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

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

Dr Abhishek Jain

MBBS, MS, Mch. (Onco Surgery)
Consultant Breast & Minimally Invasive and Robotic Thoracic Oncosurgeon
Uniportal 3D VATS Lung Surgery specialist

Education

• MBBS, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose College, Jabalpur (2001-2007)
• MS, New Civil Hospital, B.JMC, Ahmedabad (2007-2010)
• SR (Surgical Oncology) Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2010-2011)
• Mch (Oncosurgery), GCRI, Ahmedabad (2011-2014)

Key Skills

• Special interest in minimally invasive thoracic surgeries
• Focussed and passionate about the subject
• Strong commitment and inclination towards providing high quality treatment

Clinical Expertise

THORACIC CANCERS (Benign and Malignant)

• Uniportal 3D VATS lung lobectomies for cancers (Highest series in Gujarat)
• Modified dartvelle’s technique for Pancoast tumour lung surgery
• Robotic thoracic surgeries
• Sleeve lobectomies for carcinoid tumours.
• VATS Esophagectomy
• VATS Thymectomy for thymoma and Myesthenia gravis patients
• VATS Bullectomy, Decortications, Fungal Lobectomies

BREAST CANCERS

• Breast conservation surgery expert
• Sentinel node dissection for early breast cancers
• Breast oncoplasty

MEDIASTINAL CANCERS

               Professional Summary

• Started his illustrious career as AP in Oncosurgery in GCRI (2014-2016)
• Became Unit head of Department of Breast and Thoracic Oncosurgery in GCRI (2016)
• Associate Professor in Breast and Thoracic Oncosurgery in GCRI (2016-2019)
• Became PG GUIDE for MCH students (2019)
• 1st fellow selected for IACA TRAVELLING FELLOWSHIP to LOS Angeles in Surgical Oncology and Robotic Surgery 2016 (2 months)
• Fellowship in Thoracic surgeries, LIVERPOOL. UK 2017 (3 months)
• Fellowship in Uniportal Lung surgeries Chengdu, China (2018)
• Professor in Breast and Thoracic Oncosurgery. in GCRI (2019-2022)
• Established UNIPORTAL VATS LUNG Surgery program in GCRI (2019)
• Co-Author of the very famous multicenter study (RCT) VGSC STUDY from TMH. Mumbai (CONTRIBUTED 50 PLUS PATIENTS FOR THE STUDY)
• Joined Shalby Hospitals as Senior Consultant Oncosurgeon and Head, Dept of Breast and Thoracic Oncosurgery (2022-2025)
• Performed first Uniportal VATS LUNG lobectomy for cancer in Madhya Pradesh at SHALBY HOSPITALS INDORE
• Amongst few (around 10-15) surgeons in the country who performs UNIPORTAL VATS LUNG surgery for lung cancers.
• Esteemed member of Indian Society of Thoracic Surgery, Indian Association of Surgical Oncology, Indian society of Oncology, Association of Breast Surgeon of India

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

Dr Ajaysinh V. Devda

MBBS, MS

Consultant Orthopaedics, Joint Replacement and Robotic Surgery

Education:

• M.B.B.S. D.Y. Patil Medical College & Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai (2007-2011)
• M.S. Orthopaedic D.Y. Patil Medical College & Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai (2013-2016)

Key Skills:

• Good surgical skill.
• Passion for major surgery assistance specially Trauma and joint replacement
• Focussed and passionate about the subject.
• Strong commitment and inclination towards achieving quality.
• Keen to work under good senior orthopaedic surgeon for trauma and joint replacement surgeries.

Clinical Expertise:

• Robotic Assisted Total Knee Joint Replacement
• Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
• Robotic Assisted Hip Joint Replacement
• Revision Total Knee Joint Replacement
• Revision Total Hip Joint Replacement
• Complex Knee Replacement Surgery
• Complex Hip Replacement Surgery
• Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Professional Summary :

• Previously associated as a free lancer in Sterling Hospital, Sindhu Bhavan and City Plus Hospital, Sola and performed Trauma and joint replacement surgeries and good. numbers of robotic assisted joint replacements.
• Past EC member of Gujarat Orthopaedic Association.
• Past organising chairman of national level orthopaedic conference of Banas Orthpaedics society which was held on 3, 4 August, 2024 names a academic orthopaedic conference of Banas.
• Worked as a Senior Registrar at D. Y. Patil Medical College & Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai.
• Worked as an Orthopaedic consultant. surgeon in Mavjat Multi-speciality Hospital, Palanpur for more than One year.
• Since last 7 years in private practice and free lance in mega cities like Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Coimbatore and getting cases from there to his centre Palanpur where he has done ample amount of good surgical work and as well as did many trauma and joint replacement surgeries.

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.

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 :

1. Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Involving Multiple Cardiac Chambers with Skeletal Muscle Involvement in a Hepatitis C Positive Patient.
2. Prevalence of Genetic variations Affecting Warfarin Action from Different Parts of India.
3. A Late Coronary Stent Infection: Its Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment-A Case Report.

Procedure & Treatment :

1. Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
2. Mitral Valve repair/replacement surgery
3. Aortic Valve replacement
4. Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
5. Heart Transplant
6. Atrial septal defect (ASD) repair
7. LA myxoma surgery
8. Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM)
9. Ventricular pacing lead placement
10. Hybrid Surgery
11. Pulmonary Thromboendearterectomy
12. Redo Cardiac Surgery
13. ECMO