About General Surgery

General surgery is a branch of medical science dealing with performing surgeries for various problems in the body. The person performing the surgeries is known as a surgeon and is able to perform most of the basic surgeries. For specialized cases the general surgeon will ask you to consult a specialist in the respective field.

Dr. Pravas Chandra Mishra

Hematologist | Director

MBBS, MD, DM

Works at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj
New Delhi, India

Dr. Pravas Chandra Mishra is a well-known Hematologist with close to 20 years of professional experience. He completed his MBBS and MD from Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, and went on to obtain a DM with a specialization in Clinical Hematology from the renowned All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Currently practicing as the Director of Hemato-Oncology at Max Super Specialty Hospital, Patparganj, Dr. Mishra was the former Chairperson of the Indian College of Radiation Oncology.
In 1995, Dr. Pravas Chandra Mishra became the first hemato-oncologist to perform a Peripheral Blood Stem Cell transplantation in a Metastatic Breast Cancer case following high-dose chemotherapy. His expertise and skills in the field of hemato-oncology have been awarded time and time again with accolades and memberships at various esteemed medical forums.

Clinical Focus

  • Cancer Care/Oncology
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Hematology
  • Hematology-oncology
  • Medical Oncology

Awards

  • Indo American Cancer Association (IACA) Award 
  • Geeta Medal Award for Best Research in Oncology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) (2006)
  • Young Investigator Award in Congress of Asian-Pacific Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Suzhou, China (2006)
  • Endeavour Executive Award, Australia, Westmead Hospital, Sydney (2008)

Dr. Deepak Govil

Gastroenterologist | Senior Consultant

MBBS, MS (Surgery), Phd (GI Surgery)

Works at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
New Delhi, India

Dr. Deepak Govil is a highly experienced GI and Laparoscopic surgeon, with great many credit to his name. Having attained education and training from top medical institutes, Dr. Govil has performed all types of major Gastro-surgeries, from general to advanced, in his illustrious medical career. Dr. Deepak Govil has been a pioneer who established Department of GI Surgery at PSRI. Apart from this, he is known for performing living related liver transplants and approx. 2000 operations related to liver and Gastrointestinal Surgery including Laparoscopic surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Clinical Focus

  • GI Gurgery, General & Advance Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Laparoscopic surgeries
  • Splenectomy and Lieno-renal shunts
  • Ileo-anal anstomosis with pouch for Ulcerative colitis
  • Oesophageal resection with Gastric pull up
  • Whipple's Pancreato-duodenectomy
  • Hepatico-jejunostomy for biliary strictures, benign and malignant obstructive jaundice
  • Surgical obstructive jaundice operation
  • Treatment for pancreatic diseases- Acute & Chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic malignancies, Surgery for Upper and Lower GI haemorrhage
  • Treatment for GI malignancies Oesophageal, Gastric, colonic, rectal cancers
  • Portal hypertension Surgery

Awards

  • Received Presidents appreciation award at IMA South Delhi annual convention in Jan 2009
  • Was Secretary of the Consultant forum of Apollo hospital till March 2009 organized lot of activities in the forum
  • Convenor of Delhi GI Surgeons club for 8 years from 1998 to 2007
  • Has been the National executive member of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology
  • Published and presented a number of research papers on national and international platforms

Dr. Murtaza Pithawala

General Surgeon  | Specialist General Surgeon - Advanced Laparoscopy and Bariatric Surgery

MS, DNB, MRCS (UK), FNB

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Murtazaobatined his Post graduate degree from the prestigious Kasturba Hospital, Manipal. He has worked under eminent PadmashriDr. P.K. Chowbey at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi who is one of the founders of Laparoscopic Surgery in India. Under his guidance, Dr. Murtaza was involved inperforming a wide array of advanced laparoscopic surgery including advanced Bariatric surgery, also his super-specialty training under the National Board of Examinations, India.

Clinical Focus

  • Laparoscopic Bariatric surgery for Obesity and Diabetes
  • Laparoscopic surgery for all kinds of Hernia
  • Laser and TDH Surgery for Hemorrhoids

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Dr. Neelam Mohan

General Surgeon | Director - Paediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology

NA

Works at Medanta The Medicity
Gurgaon, India

Dr. Neelam Mohan ranks among the top pediatric gastroenterologist and hepatologist in India. In her vast experience of 23 years, she has performed various surgeries with excellent outcomes. She is the recipient of a B. C. Roy National Award conferred by the President of India in 2016. Dr. Neelam isa pioneer in pediatric liver transplantation in India, having performed several firsts in the field of gastroenterology and hepatology in India. She is also credited with some firsts in pediatric liver transplantation all around the world.

Clinical Focus

  • Pediatric and Adolescent Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric and Adolescent Hepatology
  • Liver Transplantation
  • Pancreatitis

Dr. Sharat Varma

Pediatrician and Hepatologist | Consultant

MBBS, DNB - Pediatrics, Fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology & Hepatology

Works at Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
New Delhi, India

Dr. Sharat Varma is an accomplished surgeon with specialization in Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Liver Transplantation. Backed by 14 years of experience, he has worked in renowned medical institutions of India, Europe and USA, and his key interest lies in transplant Heptology. Dr. Varma is credited with a number of awards and accomplishments for his endeavors and research work. Dr. Sharat Varma, in addition to his educational qualification, has pursued advance trainings and courses to remain updated with the latest techniques. Apart from this, he has published many national and international medical papers.

Clinical Focus

  • Paediatric gastroenterology
  • Hepatology
  • Focal transplantation
  • Oesophageal stenting and dilatation
  • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube placement in new born
  • Foreign body extraction

Awards

  • Developing new methodology of Digital Fibrosis Quantification
  • NASPGHAN ESPGHAN exchange award for Paediatric Hepatology
  • Mentor-mentee Programme award and Young Investigator recognition for outstanding research from EASL
  • Key Member of International Consortium Evaluating Long term outcome of Liver allograft (GIGOLO Group)
  • Young Investigator Award from EASL
  • Young Investigator Award from ESPGHAN
  • International Award from NASPGHAN
  • Young Investigator Award from WCPGHAN

Dr. Manish Joshi

Gastroenterologist | Consultant

MBBS, MS, DNB (General Surgery), MRCS, FACRSI

Works at BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital Bangalore
Bangalore, India

Dr. Manish Joshi is a renowned and accomplished surgeon with specialization in Surgical Gastroenterology, GI Oncology and Advanced Laparoscopic procedures. He is an experience Gastroenterologist with over 19 years of experience in the surgical domain and he is an expert in the field of Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgical for Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers, Colon & rectal Cancers, Gastric Cancers, Pancreatic Cancers, Liver Cancers, and others. He is a highly qualified and proficient GI surgeon with medical qualification and training from premier institutes and is skilled performs all types of gastric procedures, from basic to complex.

Clinical Focus

  • Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers
  • Colon & rectal Cancers
  • Gastric Cancers
  • Pancreatic Cancers
  • Liver Cancers
  • Esophageal cancers
  • Gallbladder cancers
  • Bile duct cancers
  • Endoscopy (UGI Endoscopy)
  • Endoscopy Pseudocyst Drainage
  • Colonoscopy (Full Length)
  • ERCP (Diagnostic)
  • Gall Bladder Surgery
  • Capsule Endoscopy (Inpatients)
  • Hernia Repair

Awards

  • Awarded the 'International Travelling Fellowship' by the Association of Colorectal Society of India
  • Selected for the 'Travel Bursary' Award by the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Praveen Kumar Garg

Surgical Oncologist | Senior Consultant

MBBS, MS, M.Ch

Works at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
New Delhi, India

Dr. Praveen Kumar Garg is a leading surgical oncologist and brings his more than 21 years of experience in the field to treat patient with various kinds of cancers and tumors. He is a highly qualified and skilled surgeon with specialization in oncological surgeries for treatment for Lung Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Soft Tissue Sarcomas, Gynecological cancers. His area of interest includes the techniques used for Head & Neck surgeries like Commando Surgeries, Laryngectomy, Parotidectomy, Maxillectomy, Thyroidectomy, Radical Neck Dissection, and Complex Flap Reconstructions. Dr. Garg has worked in many of the top hospitals of India and has been known for his compassionate and caring attitude towards his patients. He holds expertise in oncological procedures like parathyroid and thyroid cancer surgeries and Breast Cancer surgeries like Breast conservation surgeries, Radical and Modified Radical Mastectomies, and Breast reconstructions.

Clinical Focus

  • Radical Surgeries
  • Complex Reconstructions
  • Organ Preservations
  • Lung Cancer surgeries
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgeries
  • Soft Tissue Sarcomas
  • Gynecological cancers Surgery
  • Parathyroid and thyroid cancer surgery
  • Minimal Invasive Techniques Head & Neck surgeries
  • Breast conservation/reconstruction surgeries
  • Radical and Modified Radical Mastectomies

Awards

  • The Young Achievers Award
  • Dhanwantari Samman

Dr. Prof. Halil Alış

Surgeon | Sr. Consultant

M.D.

Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. (Prof.) Halil Alış is a highly experienced and skilled surgeon in Turkey with expertise in Colorectal surgery, and management of Obesity and Metabolic conditions. He completed his medical education and training from School of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University and then pursued specialization in surgery from Department of General Surgery in Istanbul School of Medicine of Istanbul University. He has worked as a Health Group Manager and Medical Practitioner in Dernekpazarı District of Trabzon before passing the Examination for Medical Speciality. 

Prof. Halil Alış then worked as a General Surgeon in the Clinic of Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital and completed rotation in General Surgery Clinic of School of Medicine in Istanbul University. 

He became the Associate Professor of General Surgery in 2010 and undertook Management duties in Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital and in Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital. He was the Head of Education and Administrative Affairs, at this hospital before taking the position of Medical Director and General Surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, Istanbul Aydın University from 2017. 

He has performed renal transplantation on international patients. He also has a keen interest in diagnostic & therapeutic endoscopy, weight loss surgery, laparoscopy and robotic surgeries. Dr. Halil Alış has trained and completed advanced courses at premier medical institutions abroad. 

His expertise lies in all kinds of laparoscopic surgical procedures, especially bariatric and gastrointestinal surgeries as well as diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP. 

As a medical faculty, he is actively involved in training upcoming doctors in the field of General Surgery and Da Vinci Robotic system. Prof. Halil Alış has published several research papers in indexed journal (SCI and local journals) and authored chapters in 7 books. He has presented 86 papers in local conferences and over 180 papers presented at international conferences. He is a member of many national and international medical societies.

Clinical Focus

  • Laparoscopic surgical procedures
  • Bariatric and gastrointestinal surgeries
  • Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic
  • Gastroscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • ERCP

Dr. Shaleen Aggarwal

Liver Transplant surgeon | Director

MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology), ASTS Fellowship

Works at Max Hospital Vaishali
New Delhi, India

Dr. Shaleen Aggarwal is a highly reputed liver transplant surgeons in New Delhi who has an extensive clinical experience of over 20 years. He has performed many surgeries in the field of Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary and Gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Aggarwal has completed his medical education from the top institutes of the country, including Banaras Hindu University (BHU). He has obtained several advanced fellowship trainings from prestigious medical centers of the country and abroad, including Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, Asan Medical Center, Seoul (South Korea), Hospital Beaujon, Paris (France), and ASTS Solid Organ Transplant, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York (USA). Dr. Aggarwal has worked at several reputed hospitals in New Delhi and is presently the Director of Liver transplant program at Max Hospital, Vaishali. He is a member of various renowned national and international medical societies including American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS), Indian National Association for the study of Liver (INASL) and Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT), to name a few. He has published numerous papers in peer reviewed journals, and been an invited faculty at many conferences.

Dr. Shaleen Aggarwal is a highly reputed liver transplant surgeons in New Delhi who has an extensive clinical experience of over 20 years. He has performed many surgeries in the field of Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary and Gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Aggarwal has completed his medical education from the top institutes of the country, including Banaras Hindu University (BHU). He has obtained several advanced fellowship trainings from prestigious medical centers of the country and abroad, including Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, Asan Medical Center, Seoul (South Korea), Hospital Beaujon, Paris (France), and ASTS Solid Organ Transplant, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York (USA).

Dr. Aggarwal has worked at several reputed hospitals in New Delhi and is presently the Director of Liver transplant program at Max Hospital, Vaishali. He is a member of various renowned national and international medical societies including American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS), Indian National Association for the study of Liver (INASL) and Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT), to name a few. He has published numerous papers in peer reviewed journals, and been an invited faculty at many conferences.

Clinical Focus

  • Liver transplantation surgery
  • Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary surgery
  • Gastrointestinal surgery

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Dr. Abhideep Chaudhary

HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation | Senior Director & HOD

MBBS, MS (General Surgery)

Works at BLK Super Speciality Hospital
New Delhi, India

Dr. Abhideep Chaudhary is one of the most accomplished Surgical Gastroenterologist and Liver Transplantation surgeon in India. He has a rich experience of more than 18 years. Dr. Chaudhary and team has performed 1500+ Liver Transplants including Living Donor Liver Transplant, Cadaver Donor Liver Transplant, Swap Transplant, and Split Liver Transplant. Other than liver transplant, his areas of interest includes liver, pancreas and biliary diseases and minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopic and robotic surgery).

Clinical Focus

  • Liver Transplant - Living Donor Liver Transplant, Cadaver Donor Liver Transplant,  Swap Transplant,  Split Liver Transplant
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery (Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery)
  • Liver Cancer
  • Hepato Pancreas and Biliary Diseases

Awards

  • NewsX Health Excellence award presented by the Hon'ble Health Minister, Sh J.P. Nadda in the field of Surgical Gastro and Liver Transplant - December 2018
  • Times Healthcare Achiever's award - Rising star in Liver Transplant - November 2018.
  • Delhi Medical Association “Vishisht Chikitsa Award’’ - for outstanding contribution in the field of Liver Transplantation in India - 5th July 2015

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