Dr. Arun Prasad
Dr. Arun Prasad
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery 36+ Years Experience

Dr. Arun Prasad

MBBS, MS, FRCS, FRCS (Edinburgh), FACS, FICS
Senior Consultant, Department of Minimal Access, Bariatric & GI Surgery, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

About Dr. Arun Prasad

Professional Summary

Dr. Arun Prasad is a highly accomplished and internationally recognized surgeon specializing in Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery, General Surgery, and Surgical Gastroenterology, with over 35 years of extensive clinical experience. He is currently associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, one of India's premier healthcare institutions. Dr. Prasad is widely regarded as a pioneer of laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery in India, having performed thousands of successful procedures throughout his distinguished career.

Dr. Prasad's expertise spans a broad spectrum of advanced surgical disciplines, including bariatric and metabolic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and complex laparoscopic procedures. He has been instrumental in introducing and popularizing several minimally invasive surgical techniques in the Indian subcontinent. His commitment to surgical excellence, patient safety, and innovation has earned him numerous national and international accolades, making him a trusted choice for patients seeking world-class surgical care from across the globe.

Specializations

  • Surgical Gastro, HPB & Transplant
  • General Surgery
  • Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

Procedures & Expertise

Education & Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • FRCS (Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons)
  • FRCS (Edinburgh)
  • FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons)
  • FICS (Fellow of the International College of Surgeons)

Hospital Affiliations

  • Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi

Memberships

  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
  • Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
  • International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
  • Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)

Awards & Recognition

  • Padma Shri Award – one of India's highest civilian honors
  • Dr. B.C. Roy Award – India's highest medical honor
  • Best Doctor Award – Delhi Medical Association
  • International strength and recognition in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery through multiple fellowships (FRCS, FACS, FICS)
  • Pioneer of laparoscopic surgery in India
  • Recognized for excellence in surgical research and innovation with multiple published papers in national and international journals

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