Aayushi Chokshi Parikh
Dr Aayushi Chokshi Parikh Emergency MRCEM (UK), MBBS, ACLS Instructor (AHA), PGDMLPE Consultant Emergency Physician and ER In-Charge
Education :
- PGDMLPE (GNLU-IMA) 2023-2024
- MRCEM from Zydus Hospital Pvt. Ltd. Ahmedabad Gujarat, in 2020 In affiliation with Royal College of Emergency Medicine RCEM (UK)
- MBBS from B. J. Medical College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad in 2015.
Experience :
- AHA (American Heart Association) Certified ACLS-BLS Instructor since April 2022
- Overseas Examiner for MRCEM (Royal College of Emergency Medicine) since June 2023
- Jr. Consultant (EM) in Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad from July 2021-Feb 2022
- Senior Resident in Emergency Medicine in Zydus Hospital Pvt. Ltd. from January 2021-July 2021
- Experienced in Resuscitation (Basic & Advanced Cardio Vascular Life Support), Trauma Management & MLC Cases, Emergency Ultrasound, All Medical & Surgical Emergencies Management
- International & National Faculty at multiple prestigious EM conferences and workshops with numerous poster/paper presentations
- Conducted 100+ Basic Life Support training sessions across all sections of the society
Awards & Accolades :
- Honored with the “TIMES OF INDIA PUBLIC SPEAKING COMPETITION” in December 2016 and made it to Gujarat’s “Top 5” orators after having already won the Ahmedabad regional
- Former, President, Gujarat Chapter, Indian Medical Association’s Student Wing (IMA SW) (2014-2015)
- Former, President, Gujarat Chapter, Medical Students Association of India (MSAI) (2013-2014)
- Felicitated by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) for being an outstanding student achiever as the ‘YOUNGEST ACHIEVER AT IMA’ in 2014 at their annual day celebration
Abhilash C Chokshi
Dr. Abhilash C Chokshi
General Surgery
MS (General Surgery ), FIAGES, FALS ( Hernia ) , FMAS , FICS , FAIS
Consultant Laparoscopic General Surgeon, Head of Department of Surgery and Department of Minimal Invasive Surgery
MORE THAN 33+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
MORE THAN 7000+ MAJOR AND MINOR SURGERIES
Education :
- MBBS, MP Shah Medical College, Jamnagar
- MS, IRVIN Group of Hospital, Jamnagar
- FIAGES, Fellow Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons
- MIPH, Member of Pioneer Circle.
- LASERS, Trained for Laser in Proctology
- Completion of 3 years of teaching experience at department of surgery, MP Shah Medical College, Jamnagar
Experience :
- Vast experience in hernia surgeries – open as well as laparoscopic for basic and complex cases alike
- Advanced laparoscopic surgical work
- Minimally invasive work in the areas of MIPH and Lasers in Proctology
- Administrative experience at Superintendent and HOD level at Trimurti Trust Hospital, Bavla for 5+ years followed by private practice at Aayush Surgical Hospital , Ahmedabad for 23 years
- Attended multiple local, national and international surgical conferences and workshops with a keen interest in academic and surgical skill upgradation
- Past President – Ahmedabad Surgeons Association and an active member of multiple surgical bodies
Specialist in :
- General Surgery
- Basic and Advanced Laparoscopic Work
- Open & Laparoscopic Hernia Surgeries
- MIPH
- Lasers in Proctology
Ajay Kumar Jain
Dr. Ajay Kumar Jain
Pulmonology
MBBS, MD (Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases)
Consultant Pulmonologist, Bronchoscopist, Sleep Disorders Specialist & Critical Care Specialist
Qualifications:
- MBBS, SMS Medical College, Jaipur
- MD (Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases), RNT Medical College, Udaipur
- Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology from University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
- ERS Certificate in Thoracoscopy
Work Experience :
- Experience of 25 years.
- Vast experience in doing Interventional Bronchoscopy and It’s Procedure.
- Perform >800 Thoracoscopies and related procedures like Pleurodesis, early Empyema resection, using single port rigid thoracoscope.
- Attended many national and International conferences.
Areas of Expertise:
- Interventional Pulmonology
- Thoracoscopy
- ILD
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Airways Diseases
- Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
- Sleep Disorders
- Critical Care
Ajay Naik
Dr Ajay Naik
Cardiology
MD, DM, DNB, FACC, FHRS
Cardiac Electrophysiologist,
Director of Cardiac Arrhythmia and HF Device
Division
Overview :
DM and DNB Cardiology, KEM Hospital, Mumbai 1998
EP Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, USA 1999-2001
FACC (2003), FISE (2013), FCSI (2006), FAPSC (2008), FHRS (2010), FAPHRS (2017)
Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiologist at Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India since 2001.
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS IN ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS
2014-2015 President of Indian Society of Electrocardiology
2014- 2016 Executive Committee Member of Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
2016 – 2018 Secretary of Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
2019 – 2020 Vice-President of Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
2019 – 2020 “Country Representative for India” and Member of Board of Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society (APHRS)
Director, ECG, Echo and Imaging Core Laboratory
Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator in several ongoing Multinational Clinical Trials for Drugs and Devices.
Faculty at several international Cardiology and Electrophysiology Conferences.
3 years’ experience in Clinical and Research fields in Cardiac Arrhythmias, Electrophysiology studies and Radiofrequency ablations, CIED implantations, Cardiac EP research at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, USA.
7 months postdoctoral experience and 3 years Doctoral training program and DM residency in Cardiology at KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai.
3 years MD residency in General Medicine, LTMG Hospital, Sion, Mumbai.
1 year internship, KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
Area of Expertise :
- Cardiac Electrophysiology,
- Cardiology
- Cardiac Arrhythmias,
- Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices
- Heart Failure
Membership & Publications :
Numerous publications in major International Journals
Principal Investigator for numerous multinational drug and device clinical trials
International and National faculty for Cardiac Electrophysiology
Director of ECG, Echo, Angiography Core Laboratory
Past President, Indian Society of Electrocardiology (ISE)
Past Vice President, Indian Heart Rhythm Society
Ajit Kukreja
Short Profile
Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), FICS (Surgical Gastroenterology), FIAGES, LL.B.
Gastrointestinal & Anorectal Surgeon
36 Years of Experience
Overview:
- Into exclusive anorectal practice for the last 36 years.
- Have conducted workshops where around 500 plus surgeons all over Asia have had hands-on training for hemorrhoidal artery ligation & rectoanal repair and Lasers in Proctology.
- Faculty and organizer to multiple national and international conferences.
Areas of Expertise:
- Hemorrhoids, Fissure In Ano, Fistula In Ano, Pilonidal Sinus, Rectal Prolapse, Constipation, Fecal Incontinence, Obstructive Defecation Syndrome, Pelvic Floor Disorders.
Awards & Accolades:
- Author to Amazon bestseller “Anorectal Surgery Made Easy – With Two Interactive DVD-ROMs” & multiple chapters in National and International titles.
- Best Paper Award For “Anal Tonometry – A Newer Diagnostic Aid In Anorectal Disorders” – GujSurgcon 2005.
- Elsevier and Publons certified Peer Reviewer for international journals.
- Research: DG-RAR for the treatment of symptomatic grade III and grade IV hemorrhoids: a 12-month multi-center, prospective observational study – Published in “European Surgery” in “Feb 2013”.
- “Association Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India” – task force members for framing practice parameters for the management of hemorrhoids for surgeons of India.
Procedures & Treatment:
- Hemorrhoids: DGHAL-RAR, LHP, RF, MM (SEPTA),
- Fissure In Ano – LIS, Laser LIS,
- Fistula In Ano – Fistulectomy with PSR, Lift, Sloft, VAAFT with Laser, Plug Epsit, Flaps [All types],
- Pilonidal Sinus – VALAPS, FLAP,
- Rectal Prolapse – STARR, TASRP
Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja: A Pioneer in Anorectal and Gastrointestinal Surgery
Profile Overview:
Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja is a distinguished Gastrointestinal and Anorectal Surgeon with over 36 years of exclusive practice in anorectal surgery. With extensive experience in the field, he has emerged as a leader in training, research, and the treatment of complex anorectal conditions. He has conducted numerous hands-on workshops, training over 500 surgeons across Asia in advanced techniques such as hemorrhoidal artery ligation, rectoanal repair, and laser proctology. Dr. Kukreja is a frequent faculty member and organizer at national and international medical conferences.
Educational Qualifications:
- MBBS
- MS (General Surgery)
- FICS (Fellow of the International College of Surgeons, Surgical Gastroenterology)
- FIAGES (Fellow of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons)
- LL.B.
Dr. Kukreja’s comprehensive medical education, including an advanced specialization in surgical gastroenterology and a law degree, highlights his multifaceted approach to medicine and his commitment to excellence in the field of gastrointestinal surgery.
Areas of Expertise:
Dr. Kukreja’s clinical focus spans a wide range of anorectal and gastrointestinal disorders, including:
- Hemorrhoids (DGHAL-RAR, LHP, RF, MM-SEPTA)
- Fissure in Ano (LIS, Laser LIS)
- Fistula in Ano (Fistulectomy with PSR, LIFT, SLOFT, VAAFT with Laser, Plug Epsit, Flaps)
- Pilonidal Sinus (VALAPS, FLAP)
- Rectal Prolapse (STARR, TASRP)
- Constipation and Fecal Incontinence
- Obstructive Defecation Syndrome
- Pelvic Floor Disorders
His expertise in minimally invasive procedures, especially in the application of lasers for anorectal conditions, sets him apart in the field. He is well-versed in modern approaches that lead to quicker recovery times and reduced postoperative discomfort for patients.
Key Contributions and Accolades:
- Authorship: Dr. Kukreja is the author of the Amazon bestseller, “Anorectal Surgery Made Easy – With Two Interactive DVD-ROMs”. His contributions to both national and international textbooks have solidified his role as a thought leader in anorectal surgery.
- Awards: He received the Best Paper Award for “Anal Tonometry – A Newer Diagnostic Aid In Anorectal Disorders” at GujSurgcon 2005, showcasing his commitment to advancing diagnostic techniques in his field.
- Research: Dr. Kukreja’s research on the DG-RAR (Doppler-Guided Recto-Anal Repair) for symptomatic grade III and grade IV hemorrhoids was published in the prestigious journal European Surgery (February 2013). This study, a 12-month multi-center, prospective observational study, continues to influence treatment protocols in proctology.
- Peer Reviewer: He serves as a certified peer reviewer for international journals with Elsevier and Publons, reflecting his expertise and dedication to the advancement of medical science through quality research.
- Task Force Leadership: As a task force member of the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India, Dr. Kukreja helped frame practice parameters for the management of hemorrhoids for surgeons across India.
Workshops and Training:
Dr. Kukreja has been instrumental in advancing the field of anorectal surgery across Asia by conducting over 500 workshops. These workshops focus on the latest techniques in hemorrhoidal artery ligation, rectoanal repair, and the use of lasers in proctology, equipping surgeons with hands-on experience in cutting-edge surgical treatments.
Procedures and Treatments:
- Hemorrhoids:
- DGHAL-RAR (Doppler-Guided Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation with Recto-Anal Repair)
- LHP (Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty)
- RF (Radiofrequency Treatment)
- MM (Milligan-Morgan with SEPTA)
- Fissure In Ano:
- LIS (Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy)
- Laser LIS
- Fistula In Ano:
- Fistulectomy with PSR (Primary Suture Repair)
- LIFT (Ligation of Intersphincteric Fistula Tract)
- SLOFT (Submucosal Ligation of Fistula Tract)
- VAAFT (Video-Assisted Anal Fistula Treatment) with Laser
- Flaps, Plug Epsit (Endoscopic Pilonidal Sinus Treatment)
- Pilonidal Sinus:
- VALAPS (Video-Assisted Laser Ablation of Pilonidal Sinus)
- FLAP (Flap Surgery)
- Rectal Prolapse:
- STARR (Stapled Transanal Rectal Resection)
- TASRP (Transanal Stapled Rectal Prolapse Surgery)
Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja’s Legacy:
With decades of experience, groundbreaking research, and an unwavering commitment to teaching and training the next generation of surgeons, Dr. Kukreja has made a profound impact on the field of gastrointestinal and anorectal surgery. His extensive experience, coupled with his use of modern and minimally invasive techniques, ensures his patients receive the highest standard of care.
Amit Chandan
Dr. Amit Chandan
Cardiac Surgery
MBBS, DNB (Cardiothoracic Surgery)
Consultant Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon
Overview :
Dr. Amit Chandan is one of India’s leading cardiothoracic surgeons. In his career, he has participated in over 10,000 heart surgeries. Apart from CIMS Hospital, Dr. Chandan also visits K. K. Hospital at Bhuj.
After completing MBBS, he pursued 6 years DNB Cardiothoracic Surgery. Dr. Chandan has experience of 12 years as a Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon. In the past, Dr. Chandan has accumulated experience in different capacities at numerous hospitals including K B Bhabha Hospital (Mumbai), Sir H. N. Hospital (Mumbai), Jaslok Hospital (Mumbai), Jagjivan Ram Railway Hospital (Mumbai). He has also being to Germany to learn Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery and Ventricular assist devices.
He has a rich experience in performing all types Adult cardiac surgeries (CABG, Valve repair and replacement, complex Aortic surgery, HOCM, infective endocarditis, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, pulmonary thromboendarterectomy), Redo Cardiac surgery, Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (CABG, Valve repair and replacement, ASD, atrial fibrillation), Hybrid surgeries, Heart Transplant, ECMO and LVAD insertion.
Dr. Chandan regularly participates in several workshops, training courses, as well as conferences worldwide in order to keep up on with the latest in the field of Cardiothoracic and vascular surgery.
He is a member of the Indian Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (INSHLT) and Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS).
He is actively involved in many research projects and has many publications to his credit. He has also made several presentations at National conferences.
Dr. Chandan has been teaching and training medical students, house officers, nurse surgical assistants as well as surgical trainees.
Areas of Expertise :
Adult Cardiac Surgery, Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Aortic Surgeries, Mitral valve Repair, Heart Transplant, Redo Surgery.
Awards & Accolades :
- Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Involving Multiple Cardiac Chambers with Skeletal Muscle Involvement in a Hepatitis C Positive Patient.
- Prevalence of Genetic variations Affecting Warfarin Action from Different Parts of India.
- A Late Coronary Stent Infection: Its Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment-A Case Report.
Procedure & Treatment :
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
- Mitral Valve repair/replacement surgery
- Aortic Valve replacement
- Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
- Heart Transplant
- Atrial septal defect (ASD) repair
- LA myxoma surgery
- Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM)
- Ventricular pacing lead placement
- Hybrid Surgery
- Pulmonary Thromboendearterectomy
- Redo Cardiac Surgery
- ECMO
Amit Patel
Dr. Amit Patel
Pulmonology
MBBS, DTDC, MD, FICA, MNCCP
Consultant Interventional and Transplant Pulmonologist
Overview :
Passed MD in Respiratory Medicine in July 1989. Trained in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine from Lilavati Hospital & TATA Hospital, Mumbai. Trained in Interventional Pulmonology at Sir Gangaram Hospital. Was consultant Pulmonologist & ICU Incharge for 3 Years. Practicing in Ahmedabad since last 20 years and associated with Marengo CIMS Hospital as Full Timer Consultant Pulmonologist since last 12 Years.
Qualifications:
- MBBS
- DTDC
- MD
- FICA
- MNCCP
Area of Expertise:
- General Pulmonology
- Critical Care
- Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation
Awards & Accolades:
- Member of National College of Chest Physicians
- Member of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine
- National Faculty at NAPCON – 2018
- National Faculty at INSHLT national conference in 2019
- Poster presentation on Thoracoscopy at Madrid Spain in 2017
- Author of Paper – Remdesivir for the treatment of COVID – 19.
- Journal of Infections Diseases & Therapeutics 2021
- Author of Paper – Evaluating efficiency of Tocilizumab in Moderate to severe COVID 19 CBG Study – JIDN 2020
- Determints & Severity among COVID 19 Patients – Hospital based case control study 2020 – PLOS ONE
- Poster presentation on disseminated Cryptococcosis HIV Patient ISHAM – 2022
Mobile : +91 9824310150
Email : amit.patel@marengoasia.com