Doctors in India — Page 4

The doctor specializes in renal transplantation and has been involved in over 300 transplantations. The doctor has participated in several national and international conferences and is recognized globally as a professional in the field.

Neurosurgeon, specialist in stereotactic neurosurgery

15 years

• He has received numerous international fellowships in the field of neurosurgery.
• He specialized in the transcallosal approach to colloid cysts and ventricular tumors.
• He has conducted extensive research in the field of hydrocephalus, shunt systems and is a member of the "Committee for the Evaluation of the World Ranking of Hydrocephalus Research".
• Successfully performed 2500 neurosurgical procedures, both cranial and spinal, in adults and children.

Dr. Vivek Vij is a transplant surgeon at Global Hospital Chennai. He achieved the lowest biliary complication rate worldwide in living donor liver transplants. Dr. Vij pioneered laparoscopic donor hepatectomy in the Indian subcontinent. He also founded the liver transplant programs for the Fortis group of hospitals.

• Personally performed over 500 liver transplants and 500 non-transplant resections.
• Maintains a 100% donor safety profile across his surgical practice.
• Achieved a biliary complication rate under 4% in living donor procedures.
• Part of a surgical team with a cumulative volume of 2,000 liver transplants.

Dr. Santosh Kumar Hakkalamani is an orthopedic surgeon at Global Hospital Chennai. He specializes in lower limb replacement and arthroscopic knee surgery. Dr. Hakkalamani previously served as a consultant at several university hospitals in the UK. He completed training at the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.

• Completed a Lower Limb Arthroplasty Fellowship at UHCW Coventry Hospital.
• Finished a Knee Soft Tissue Reconstruction Fellowship at York Teaching Hospitals.
• Awarded 1st Prize for research at the SICOT international meeting.
• Won 1st Prize in Orthopaedics at the British Orthopaedic Trainee Association meeting.

The doctor is a highly skilled surgical oncologist with extensive experience in performing over 15,000 cancer surgeries across a range of complexities. This impressive volume of surgeries highlights a profound expertise in the field of oncology, underscoring a commitment to advancing surgical techniques and improving patient outcomes.

The doctor is a highly experienced cardiac surgeon with over 20 years of practice in performing complex heart surgeries. Specializing in minimally invasive procedures, the doctor has successfully conducted over 1,000 cardiac operations with a focus on improving patient recovery times and outcomes. The doctor is board-certified and has been recognized for contributions to cardiac surgery with numerous awards. The doctor is also actively involved in clinical research, contributing to advancements in surgical techniques and patient care protocols.

The doctor is a highly experienced urologist with a focus on minimally invasive surgical techniques and advanced robotic surgery. They have contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and have been involved in groundbreaking research in prostate cancer treatment. The doctor has received multiple awards for excellence in clinical practice and has been a keynote speaker at several international urology conferences. Their clinical practice is renowned for its patient-centered approach and high success rates in complex urological procedures.

Dr. Sandeep Attawar is a cardiothoracic surgeon who has performed 10,000+ heart surgeries. He serves as the Director of the Lung Transplant Program at Gleneagles Global Health City. Dr. Attawar specializes in complex heart and lung transplants for both adults and children. He maintains an 85–90% success rate for thoracic organ transplant procedures.

• Member of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation.
• Expertise includes mechanical circulatory support and pediatric cardiac surgery.
• Holds membership in the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
• Works at a clinic recognized among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Sridhar Krishnamurthy is the Director of the Institute of Neurosciences and Spinal Disorders in Chennai. He is an inventor of specialized surgical tools like the Sridhar Spinal Retractor System. Dr. Krishnamurthy trained at top institutions in Germany and Switzerland. He currently treats complex cases at Global Hospital Chennai.

• Invented the Occipito-Cervical Plate Screw Wire Construct for spinal surgery.
• Completed postgraduate neurosurgery training at KRH Klinikum Nordstadt in Germany.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for conditions like Parkinson's disease.
• Works at a hospital ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.

The doctor is a highly experienced transplantologist with a focus on innovative surgical techniques and patient-centered care. With over 15 years of experience in the field, the doctor has contributed to numerous successful organ transplants, improving patient outcomes significantly. The doctor holds board certifications in general surgery and transplant surgery, and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. The doctor is actively involved in clinical research and has presented findings at international medical conferences.

Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani is a pioneer of laparoscopic surgery at Fortis Gurgaon. He was among the first in India to use minimally invasive tools for complex operations. Dr. Kriplani specializes in adrenal gland surgery and laparoscopic spleen removal. He works at Fortis Gurgaon, ranked among the most technically advanced hospitals globally.

• Served as President and Trustee of the Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons.
• Winner of over 20 professional awards for surgical excellence.
• Chaired more than 10 national surgery congresses.
• Participated in nearly 400 global lectures and live surgical demonstrations.

Dr. Kirpal Singh Chugh is recognized as the father of nephrology in India. He has performed over 6,000 successful kidney transplants at Fortis Gurgaon. Dr. Chugh performed the first kidney biopsy and transplant surgery in India. He has published over 500 scientific papers in elite journals like Oxford and Harvard.

• Serves as Vice President of the Council of Nephrologists.
• Former President of the Indian Association of Nephrologists.
• Honorary Fellow of the Royal Institution of Physicians in London.
• Served as President of the Executive Committee of India on Medicine.

Dr. S Hukku serves as the Head of Radiation Oncology at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He focuses on radiation therapy for brain, neck, and breast tumors. Dr. Hukku completed clinical training at St Bartholomew's Hospital in London and Memorial Hospital Queens in New York.

• Authored over 40 scientific articles published in international medical journals.
• Maintains professional membership in the American Association for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).
• Is a member of the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ESTRO).
• Works at BLK Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility ranked among Delhi's top 10 hospitals.

The doctor is a highly skilled oncosurgeon with extensive experience in oncological surgery. Specializing in complex cancer surgeries, the doctor has led numerous successful procedures that have significantly improved patient outcomes. With a focus on innovative surgical techniques and personalized patient care, the doctor has contributed to advancements in the field of oncology. The doctor is also recognized for their leadership in the Department of Oncological Surgery, where they oversee a team dedicated to cutting-edge cancer treatment and research.

Dr. Surender Dabas is the Director of Surgical Oncology at BLK Cancer Centre in Delhi. He holds the record for the most trans-oral robotic surgeries performed in Asia. Dr. Dabas specializes in treating head, neck, and thoracic tumors. He works at the JCI-accredited BLK Super Speciality Hospital.

• Performed over 8,000 head-neck and thoracic cancer surgeries.
• Expert in robotic treatment for thyroid, esophageal, and lung cancers.
• Former director of oncology at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute.
• Member of the International Guild of Endoscopic and Robotic Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pande is a surgical oncologist at BLK Super Speciality Hospital in Delhi. He received the Chikitsa Bhushan Award for excellence in surgery. This honor was granted by the Indian Medical Association. Dr. Pande specializes in gastrointestinal and colorectal cancer procedures.

• Performs specialized surgeries like HIPEC and cytoreductive surgery.
• Winner of the GEM award for excellence from Max Healthcare.
• Treats complex cases including stomach and pancreatic cancers.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility ranked among Delhi's top 10 hospitals.

The doctor is a highly skilled liver transplant surgeon with extensive experience in performing complex liver surgeries. As the head of the Liver Transplant Department, the doctor has led numerous successful transplant operations, contributing significantly to advancements in the field. The doctor is recognized for expertise in innovative surgical techniques and has been instrumental in improving patient outcomes.