Dr. Kumud Rai

Dr. Kumud Rai

Brief Profile:

Dr. Kumud Rai has been a practicing vascular surgeon for more than 40 years and is recognized as a prominent vascular surgeon in India. He possesses extensive experience in managing various vascular health issues and diseases, particularly those that necessitate complex surgical procedures. Currently, he serves as the Director of Vascular Surgery at Max Hospital in Saket, where he is esteemed for being one of the most skilled and diligent professionals in his field.

In addition to his clinical practice, he has held the position of professor of surgery and is regarded as an authority in vascular reconstruction, aneurysms, and endovascular interventions. Dr. Rai has been a leading advocate for the comprehension of vascular disorders and their early identification, along with the treatment and management of critical conditions such as peripheral arterial disease and venous thromboembolism.

Specialized in his area of expertise, he is widely recognized and frequently invited to speak at both national and international conferences. Dr. Rai is also appreciated for his innovative approach, extensive knowledge, and dedication to patient care. His contributions are significantly shaping the advancement of vascular surgery in India.

He possesses substantial experience in Heart Transplant, LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device), TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation), Port Access Cardiac Surgery, multi-vessel coronary artery bypass surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, mitral valve replacement (MVR), aortic valve replacement (AVR), and atrial fibrillation surgery. Dr. (Col) Kumud Rai has 25 years of experience in this domain, serves as a tutor for the Royal College of Surgeons (UK), and is an examiner for MCh. He has trained and guided numerous generations of vascular surgeons in India.

Work Experience:

• Assistant Professor (Surgery), Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (1984-87)
• Associate Professor (Surgery), Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (1993-97)
• Head of Department (Vascular Surgery), Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi, (2000-05)
• Vice President, International Society for Vascular Surgery (ISVS)
• Director (Vascular Surgery), Max Healthcare (2006-Present)
• Professor (Surgery & Vascular Surgery), Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (2005-06)

Education:

• MBBS, Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (1978)
• MS (Surgery), Pune University (1984)
• Vascular Surgery Training at Erasmus University Hospital Rotterdam, Holland (1991-93)

AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Sena Medal by President of India for services in Kargil War
• Gold Medals in Anatomy, Physiology, Surgery - Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (1978)
• Stood First in Pune University, MS (Surgery) (1984)
• Pioneer in Vascular Surgery Award, Indovasc (Mar 2015)
• Presidential Citation Award, Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) (Jun 2015)

MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Society for Vascular Surgery (USA)
• European Society for Vascular Surgery
• International Society of Endovascular Specialists
• International Society for Vascular Surgery
• World Federation of Vascular Societies
• American College of Surgeons
• Indian Association of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons
• Vascular Society of India
• Venous Association of India
• International College of Surgeons
• Association of Surgeons of India