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Dr. Shabeer Ahmed

Dr. Shabeer Ahmed

General Surgeon
Bangalore, India
34+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Shabeer Ahmed is a renowned General and Laparoscopic Surgeon, who has an experience of more than 30 years.
  • He has a keen interest in procedures such as endoscopy, GI surgeries, hernia repair surgery, abdominal surgery, colorectal surgery, and several others.
  • He acquired Preceptorship by Royal College of Surgeons in London in 2004.
  • Dr. Shabeer completed his MBBS from Madras Medical College Chennai in1986, after which he did MS in General surgery from JJMMC in 1990.
  • He continued further and acquired FRCS in General surgery from Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh UK in 1995.
  • He worked as a consultant in the Republic of Ireland.
  • Currently, he is a member of Karnataka Medical Council.
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  • Dr. Shabeer Ahmed is a renowned General and Laparoscopic Surgeon, who has an experience of more than 30 years.
  • He has a keen interest in procedures such as endoscopy, GI surgeries, hernia repair surgery, abdominal surgery, colorectal surgery, and several others.
  • He acquired Preceptorship by Royal College of Surgeons in London in 2004.
  • Dr. Shabeer completed his MBBS from Madras Medical College Chennai in1986, after which he did MS in General surgery from JJMMC in 1990.
  • He continued further and acquired FRCS in General surgery from Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh UK in 1995.
  • He worked as a consultant in the Republic of Ireland.
  • Currently, he is a member of Karnataka Medical Council.
Dr. Soumya John

Dr. Soumya John

General Surgeon
Kochi, India
17+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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Dr. Soumya John is a highly skilled General Surgeon specialising in general, laparoscopic, breast, thyroid, and trauma surgeries, and is known for her compassionate, patient-centred approach. She is dedicated to delivering high-quality surgical care, with a focus on safety, minimally invasive techniques, and expedited recovery.

Why Choose Dr. Soumya John?

  • 17+ Years of Surgical Expertise: She has extensive experience in managing a broad range of general surgical cases, including emergency, elective, and minimally invasive procedures.
  • Advanced Laparoscopic Skills: Dr. Soumya performs advanced laparoscopic surgeries that help patients experience reduced pain, minimal scarring, and quicker postoperative recovery.
  • Breast and Thyroid Surgery Specialist: She has strong expertise in breast surgeries, including benign and malignant conditions, as well as thyroid and endocrine-related surgical procedures.
  • Trauma and Emergency Surgery: Her training and experience include comprehensive trauma care and acute surgical management, ensuring timely and accurate interventions.
  • Ethical and Patient-Centric Approach: Known for her calm demeanour, clear communication, and thorough explanations, she ensures that every patient receives personalised care.
  • Academic Background: Dr. Soumya completed MBBS and MS (General Surgery) and continues to update her skills through ongoing medical training and clinical exposure.
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Dr. Soumya John is a highly skilled General Surgeon specialising in general, laparoscopic, breast, thyroid, and trauma surgeries, and is known for her compassionate, patient-centred approach. She is dedicated to delivering high-quality surgical care, with a focus on safety, minimally invasive techniques, and expedited recovery.

Why Choose Dr. Soumya John?

  • 17+ Years of Surgical Expertise: She has extensive experience in managing a broad range of general surgical cases, including emergency, elective, and minimally invasive procedures.
  • Advanced Laparoscopic Skills: Dr. Soumya performs advanced laparoscopic surgeries that help patients experience reduced pain, minimal scarring, and quicker postoperative recovery.
  • Breast and Thyroid Surgery Specialist: She has strong expertise in breast surgeries, including benign and malignant conditions, as well as thyroid and endocrine-related surgical procedures.
  • Trauma and Emergency Surgery: Her training and experience include comprehensive trauma care and acute surgical management, ensuring timely and accurate interventions.
  • Ethical and Patient-Centric Approach: Known for her calm demeanour, clear communication, and thorough explanations, she ensures that every patient receives personalised care.
  • Academic Background: Dr. Soumya completed MBBS and MS (General Surgery) and continues to update her skills through ongoing medical training and clinical exposure.
Dr. Rinku Bhatia

Dr. Rinku Bhatia

General Surgeon
Mumbai, India
19+ years of experience
Head of Department
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  • Dr. Rinku Bhatia is a transfusion medicine specialist with 13+ years of experience.
  • She has done MBBS, DPB and Gold Medalist in DHA.
  • She has experience in different aspects of Transfusion medicine, Antibody Titres, Blood Component Preparation, Quality Control, Plasma Exchange, Granulocyte Collections, and more.
  • In addition to being an Internal auditor for NABH of Blood Banks, she has experience in JCI and NABH accreditations.
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  • Dr. Rinku Bhatia is a transfusion medicine specialist with 13+ years of experience.
  • She has done MBBS, DPB and Gold Medalist in DHA.
  • She has experience in different aspects of Transfusion medicine, Antibody Titres, Blood Component Preparation, Quality Control, Plasma Exchange, Granulocyte Collections, and more.
  • In addition to being an Internal auditor for NABH of Blood Banks, she has experience in JCI and NABH accreditations.
Dr. Nischal Anand

Dr. Nischal Anand

General Surgeon
Noida, India
20+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Nischal Anand is a renowned General Surgeon with experience of more than 16 years.
  • His expertise lies in Minimal Access Surgery (Laparoscopic Surgery), Ano-Rectal Surgery (Minimal Invasive Procedure), Accident & Trauma patient care & surgery, and Endocrine & Breast surgery.
  • He has secured a scholarship from the University certificate for Anatomy and NSV trainer certificate.
  • He has achieved fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (F.M.A.S.), New Delhi, and Indian Association of Gastro-Endoscopic Surgery (FIAGES).
  • Dr. Anand has written well researched scientific papers and got published in international as well as national journals.
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  • Dr. Nischal Anand is a renowned General Surgeon with experience of more than 16 years.
  • His expertise lies in Minimal Access Surgery (Laparoscopic Surgery), Ano-Rectal Surgery (Minimal Invasive Procedure), Accident & Trauma patient care & surgery, and Endocrine & Breast surgery.
  • He has secured a scholarship from the University certificate for Anatomy and NSV trainer certificate.
  • He has achieved fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (F.M.A.S.), New Delhi, and Indian Association of Gastro-Endoscopic Surgery (FIAGES).
  • Dr. Anand has written well researched scientific papers and got published in international as well as national journals.

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Dr. Nanda Rajneesh

Dr. Nanda Rajneesh

General Surgeon
Bangalore, India
30+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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  • Dr. Nanda Rajneesh is an Eminent General and Laparoscopic Surgeon practicing successfully for more than 25 years.
  • She is highly skilled in performing in Breast surgery, Minimal invasive gastrointestinal surgery (Laparoscopy), Gall Bladder Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Minimal Invasive Haemorrhoidectomy and Surgical Oncology.
  • In her career spanning over two and half decades, she has treated about 10,000 patients, suffering from breast cancer and performed 15000 surgeries.
  • She is the recipient of several awards, such as: 1st Prize: Paediatric Quiz – JJM, Davangere, Karnataka, 1st Prize: Surgery Quiz – JSS Medical College, Mysore.1st Rank Belgaum District, Karnataka PUC II year, Distinction in MBBS, Scholarship to attend workshop on research ethics at Harvard University Boston  
  • She attends conferences and delivers lectures on breast cancer prevention both to medical faculty as well as in the corporate sector She also provides training to surgeons and young doctors.
  • She is a member of numerous prestigious associations, which include: Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), AMASICON, IAGS, Medi Tel India, Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India.
  • She is the Vice President of Colorectal Association and Colon and Rectal Surgeons Association of India 2007.
  • She is also a Faculty of The Board of Ethicon Company and Ethicon Endosurgery She takes interest in research and has multiple publications in indexed journals.
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  • Dr. Nanda Rajneesh is an Eminent General and Laparoscopic Surgeon practicing successfully for more than 25 years.
  • She is highly skilled in performing in Breast surgery, Minimal invasive gastrointestinal surgery (Laparoscopy), Gall Bladder Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Minimal Invasive Haemorrhoidectomy and Surgical Oncology.
  • In her career spanning over two and half decades, she has treated about 10,000 patients, suffering from breast cancer and performed 15000 surgeries.
  • She is the recipient of several awards, such as: 1st Prize: Paediatric Quiz – JJM, Davangere, Karnataka, 1st Prize: Surgery Quiz – JSS Medical College, Mysore.1st Rank Belgaum District, Karnataka PUC II year, Distinction in MBBS, Scholarship to attend workshop on research ethics at Harvard University Boston  
  • She attends conferences and delivers lectures on breast cancer prevention both to medical faculty as well as in the corporate sector She also provides training to surgeons and young doctors.
  • She is a member of numerous prestigious associations, which include: Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), AMASICON, IAGS, Medi Tel India, Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India.
  • She is the Vice President of Colorectal Association and Colon and Rectal Surgeons Association of India 2007.
  • She is also a Faculty of The Board of Ethicon Company and Ethicon Endosurgery She takes interest in research and has multiple publications in indexed journals.
Dr. Abhishek Guhathakurta

Dr. Abhishek Guhathakurta

General Surgeon
Kolkata, India
20+ years of experience
Consultant
4.5 (16 Ratings)
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  • Dr. Abhishek Guhathakurta is a well-known General Surgeon at Ruby General Hospital, Kolkata.
  • He has 16 years of experience in the field of General Surgery.
  • He has completed his MBBS followed by DNB in General Surgery from a well-reputed medical institution.
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  • Dr. Abhishek Guhathakurta is a well-known General Surgeon at Ruby General Hospital, Kolkata.
  • He has 16 years of experience in the field of General Surgery.
  • He has completed his MBBS followed by DNB in General Surgery from a well-reputed medical institution.
Dr. P S Binu

Dr. P S Binu

General Surgeon
Kochi, India
43+ years of experience
Consultant
4.7 (13 Ratings)
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  • Dr. P S Binu is a highly skilled and experienced General & Laparoscopic Surgeon with +40 years of experience in performing various surgeries such as pediatrics, neonatal, thyroid and breast surgeries.
  • Dr. Binu holds a graduation degree from the Armed Forces College, Pune. He was a Fellow with the Royal College Of Surgeons Of Edinburgh, United Kingdom and also an FRCS Fellow of the The Royal College Of Surgeons Of Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
  • He has performed +3,000 thyroidectomies during his career.
  • Dr. Binu is an expert general surgeon who is reputed to perform complex pediatric, breast, thyroid and neonatal surgeries. 
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  • Dr. P S Binu is a highly skilled and experienced General & Laparoscopic Surgeon with +40 years of experience in performing various surgeries such as pediatrics, neonatal, thyroid and breast surgeries.
  • Dr. Binu holds a graduation degree from the Armed Forces College, Pune. He was a Fellow with the Royal College Of Surgeons Of Edinburgh, United Kingdom and also an FRCS Fellow of the The Royal College Of Surgeons Of Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
  • He has performed +3,000 thyroidectomies during his career.
  • Dr. Binu is an expert general surgeon who is reputed to perform complex pediatric, breast, thyroid and neonatal surgeries. 
Dr. Vijay Kumar PK

Dr. Vijay Kumar PK

General Surgeon
Bangalore, India
26+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr Vijay Kumar PK has extensive experience of +23 years as an IVF Specialist. He is also a reputed General and Laparoscopic Surgeon.
  • He completed his MBBS from the University of Gulbarga (1998) and MD from Mumbai University (2002). He also did his DNB at the Institute of Reproductive Medicine, Kolkata (2004). He then did his Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery from Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Kadapa in 2013.
  • Dr. Kumar PK is an expert natural cycle IVF specialist, IUI, preimplantation genetic diagnosis, test tube baby, egg donor, gestational surrogacy, fertility preservation, embryo adoption and laparoscopic surgery.
  • He has conducted IVF audits using IVF data. 
  • He has contributed a few research articles to reputed journals.

 

 

 

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  • Dr Vijay Kumar PK has extensive experience of +23 years as an IVF Specialist. He is also a reputed General and Laparoscopic Surgeon.
  • He completed his MBBS from the University of Gulbarga (1998) and MD from Mumbai University (2002). He also did his DNB at the Institute of Reproductive Medicine, Kolkata (2004). He then did his Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery from Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Kadapa in 2013.
  • Dr. Kumar PK is an expert natural cycle IVF specialist, IUI, preimplantation genetic diagnosis, test tube baby, egg donor, gestational surrogacy, fertility preservation, embryo adoption and laparoscopic surgery.
  • He has conducted IVF audits using IVF data. 
  • He has contributed a few research articles to reputed journals.

 

 

 

Dr. Vijaya G

Dr. Vijaya G

General Surgeon
Bangalore, India
23+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Vijaya G is a renowned General Surgeon, who has an extensive experience of more than 19 years.
  • He has a keen interest in endoscopic surgery, colonoscopy, advanced laparoscopic surgery, haemorrhoids, hernia surgery, rhinoplasty, breast reduction surgery, vaser liposuction, etc.
  • He completed his MBBS from JSS Medical College Mysore in 1995, followed by MS in General Surgery from VIMS Bellary in 2001.
  • Further, he acquired MRCS from Royal College Surgeon of Edinburgh, UK in 2010.
  • Currently, he is a part of Royal College of Surgeons and Karnataka Medical Council.
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  • Dr. Vijaya G is a renowned General Surgeon, who has an extensive experience of more than 19 years.
  • He has a keen interest in endoscopic surgery, colonoscopy, advanced laparoscopic surgery, haemorrhoids, hernia surgery, rhinoplasty, breast reduction surgery, vaser liposuction, etc.
  • He completed his MBBS from JSS Medical College Mysore in 1995, followed by MS in General Surgery from VIMS Bellary in 2001.
  • Further, he acquired MRCS from Royal College Surgeon of Edinburgh, UK in 2010.
  • Currently, he is a part of Royal College of Surgeons and Karnataka Medical Council.
Dr. Nitin Jha

Dr. Nitin Jha

General Surgeon
Noida, India
19+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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  • Dr. Nitin is a General Surgeon, an expert in all laparoscopic and advanced surgeries with an experience of nearly 15 years.
  • He is an expert in all kinds of bariatric, colorectal, and upper gastrointestinal laparoscopic surgeries.
  • Dr. Nitin is primarily known for performing single-incision surgeries especially those related to the gallbladder, appendix, and hernia.
  • So far, he has performed nearly 4000 surgeries since he started practising.
  • He has also presented himself with the method of Single-incision Laparoscopic surgeries at various International platforms such as SAGES (American) and EAES (European).
  • He also acquired a prestigious fellowship (FACS) by the American College of Surgeons.
  • Apart from doing MBBS and MD, he also did further specializations such as FACS (USA), FAIS, FIAGES, FALS (Colo-rectal).
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  • Dr. Nitin is a General Surgeon, an expert in all laparoscopic and advanced surgeries with an experience of nearly 15 years.
  • He is an expert in all kinds of bariatric, colorectal, and upper gastrointestinal laparoscopic surgeries.
  • Dr. Nitin is primarily known for performing single-incision surgeries especially those related to the gallbladder, appendix, and hernia.
  • So far, he has performed nearly 4000 surgeries since he started practising.
  • He has also presented himself with the method of Single-incision Laparoscopic surgeries at various International platforms such as SAGES (American) and EAES (European).
  • He also acquired a prestigious fellowship (FACS) by the American College of Surgeons.
  • Apart from doing MBBS and MD, he also did further specializations such as FACS (USA), FAIS, FIAGES, FALS (Colo-rectal).
Dr. Kiran Shah

Dr. Kiran Shah

Colorectal Surgeon
Mumbai, India
30+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Kiran Shah is a leading General Surgeon with an experience of +27 years in the field of general and laparoscopic surgery.
  • He holds professional memberships of the Association Of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Of India, the Bombay ‘C, D & E’ Ward Medical Association and the Indian Medical Association.
  • Dr. Shah did his MBBS from Mumbai University in 1982, followed by MS from Grant Medical College, JJ Group of Hospitals Mumbai, 1985 and a fellowship from the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India. He also underwent training for colon and rectal surgery, management of prolonged piles, rectal bleeding, advances in anorectal disease, new approach in pilonidal sinus, and hemorrhoids.
  • He is an expert general and laparoscopic surgeon with medical skills to perform surgeries for hemorrhoids/anal fissure/anorectal abscess & fistula/pilonidal sinus/anal stenosis/prolapse rectum and anal incontinece. Some of the other procedures he performs are, cholecystectomy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy/hernia, open hernia, thyroid, breast and appendectomy. 
  • Dr. Shah actively participates in conferences.  

 

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  • Dr. Kiran Shah is a leading General Surgeon with an experience of +27 years in the field of general and laparoscopic surgery.
  • He holds professional memberships of the Association Of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Of India, the Bombay ‘C, D & E’ Ward Medical Association and the Indian Medical Association.
  • Dr. Shah did his MBBS from Mumbai University in 1982, followed by MS from Grant Medical College, JJ Group of Hospitals Mumbai, 1985 and a fellowship from the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India. He also underwent training for colon and rectal surgery, management of prolonged piles, rectal bleeding, advances in anorectal disease, new approach in pilonidal sinus, and hemorrhoids.
  • He is an expert general and laparoscopic surgeon with medical skills to perform surgeries for hemorrhoids/anal fissure/anorectal abscess & fistula/pilonidal sinus/anal stenosis/prolapse rectum and anal incontinece. Some of the other procedures he performs are, cholecystectomy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy/hernia, open hernia, thyroid, breast and appendectomy. 
  • Dr. Shah actively participates in conferences.  

 

Dr. R. Padmakumar

Dr. R. Padmakumar

Laparoscopic Surgeon
Kochi, India
27+ years of experience
HOD
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  • Dr. R. Padmakumar is a renowned Laparoscopic and Metabolic Surgeon with 23+ years of experience. 
  • He keeps abreast of the latest treatment techniques which make him one of the leading Obesity Surgeons across India and UAE.
  • He has performed more than 6,000 Laparoscopic Hernia Surgeries.
  • He is the first surgeon to have won approval from the UAE's Ministry of Health to perform keyhole surgery for diabetes.
  • He specializes in endoscopic thyroidectomy, thoracoscopy, laparoscopic colorectal and hernia surgery as well.
  • He holds a world record of Branchial Cyst Endoscopic removal in the youngest age (Omani child of 3 years old) and successful bowel surgery at 2gm Hb without blood transfusion
  • He is a recipient of 'Excellence in Laparoscopy' Award from Icons of Healthcare, Singapore in July 2017.
  • He plays an instrumental role in initiating various things such as diabetes mellitus surgery in the state for the non-obese category(Fifth in the World), bariatric surgery with abdominoplasty, and scarless Thyroid Surgery (Endoscopic Thyroidectomy). 
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  • Dr. R. Padmakumar is a renowned Laparoscopic and Metabolic Surgeon with 23+ years of experience. 
  • He keeps abreast of the latest treatment techniques which make him one of the leading Obesity Surgeons across India and UAE.
  • He has performed more than 6,000 Laparoscopic Hernia Surgeries.
  • He is the first surgeon to have won approval from the UAE's Ministry of Health to perform keyhole surgery for diabetes.
  • He specializes in endoscopic thyroidectomy, thoracoscopy, laparoscopic colorectal and hernia surgery as well.
  • He holds a world record of Branchial Cyst Endoscopic removal in the youngest age (Omani child of 3 years old) and successful bowel surgery at 2gm Hb without blood transfusion
  • He is a recipient of 'Excellence in Laparoscopy' Award from Icons of Healthcare, Singapore in July 2017.
  • He plays an instrumental role in initiating various things such as diabetes mellitus surgery in the state for the non-obese category(Fifth in the World), bariatric surgery with abdominoplasty, and scarless Thyroid Surgery (Endoscopic Thyroidectomy). 

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