Dr. Arun Prasad

Dr. Arun Prasad

Brief Profile:

Dr. Arun Prasad is a prominent Surgical Gastroenterologist located in South Delhi, Delhi, boasting an impressive 35 years of experience. He is well-known for his vast knowledge in General, GI, and Bariatric Surgery, and is proficient in Laparoscopic, VATS, and Robotic Surgery. Dr. Prasad has acquired several esteemed qualifications, such as FRCSED, FRCS, FACS (USA), MS (MAMC), and MBBS (AFMC), establishing himself as a leading expert in his domain. He is especially acknowledged for his dedication to patient care, employing advanced surgical techniques to achieve the best possible results. In addition to his clinical skills, he effectively communicates with patients in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, ensuring that all individuals feel at ease and understood throughout their treatment process. Dr. Prasad's commitment to ongoing education and improvement in surgical practices has garnered him recognition, including his position as a Senior Consultant. He is viewed as a vital collaborator within the medical community, making significant contributions to the advancement of surgical gastroenterology. For those in search of specialized care in gastroenterology, Dr. Arun Prasad represents an outstanding option, merging extensive experience with empathetic patient interaction.

Work Experience:

• 1995 - 2020 Senior Consultant Surgeon at Apollo Hospital
• 1988 - 1995 Junior Surgeon at Charing Cross Hospital, London, UK
• 1985 - 1988 Resident Surgeon at Maulana Azad Medical College
• 2018 - 2020 Head of Department of Surgery at Manipal Hospitals, New Delhi

Education:

• MBBS - Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, 1984
• MS - General Surgery - G B Pant Hospital / Moulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, 1988
• FRCS - General Surgery - Royal College Of Surgeon Of Edinburgh, Uk, 1991
• Fellow of American College of Surgeons(FACS) - American College of Surgeons, 2019

AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Felicitation by Health Minister of India for Bariatric Surgery - 2015
• Felicitation by Health Minister of Delhi for Thoracoscopic Surgery - 2002
• Dr Sen oration at Association of Surgeons of India, Delhi - 2015
• Ramaya oration at Association of Surgeons of India, Hyderabad - 2017
• Felicitation by NHS Trust, Lincoln, UK for starting Laparoscopic Surgery - 1994
• Examiner for FRCS and MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of UK - 2002
• President of Obesity Surgery Society of India - 2018

MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Medical Council of India (MCI)
• Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
• International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Asia Pacific Hernia Society
• Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
• Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
• Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• Indian Association Of Cardiovascular And Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
• The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSED)
• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG)
• American College of Surgeons (ACS)

Procedure

• weight loss surgery