- Dr. Arvind Kumar
- Speciality: Institute of Chest Surgery Chest Onco Surgery and Lung Transplantation
- Designation:Chairman
- Education: MBBS , MS Surgery , MNAMS , FUICC , FACS , FICS , FIAGES
- Experience: 40+ years
- Medanta hospital, gurgaon
About Dr. Arvind Kumar
Dr. (Prof.) Arvind Kumar is a renowned Thoracic (Chest) Surgeon with over 40 years of experience, specializing in the surgical treatment of chest diseases, including those affecting the lungs, pleura, mediastinum, trachea, esophagus, chest wall, and diaphragm. He is the leader of India’s largest and most comprehensive Chest Surgery Program at Medanta, which offers cutting-edge surgical care for various chest ailments. Dr. Kumar is particularly known for his expertise in Minimally Invasive (Key-hole or VATS) and Robotic Chest Surgeries, having performed over 15,000 thoracic surgeries, including more than 8,000 through these advanced techniques. His program is recognized for its state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional success rates, especially in the surgical management of thymic diseases such as Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma.
Dr. Kumar’s pioneering work in robotic thymectomy has positioned him as one of Asia’s most experienced surgeons in this field. Under his leadership, the Team Thoracic Surgery at Medanta provides comprehensive surgical solutions for conditions like Lung Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Thymoma, Bronchiectasis, and various chest traumas, utilizing both open and minimally invasive approaches.
Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgeries:
- Performed over 15,000 thoracic surgeries, with 8,000+ using VATS and Robotic methods.
- Pioneered the use of robotic and VATS techniques for chest surgeries in India.
Comprehensive Chest Surgery Program:
- Leads India’s largest Chest Surgery Program offering advanced surgical care for a wide range of chest ailments.
- Expert in treating Lung Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, and complex chest conditions using minimally invasive techniques.
Thymic Disease Expertise:
- Largest experience in India for surgical management of thymic diseases like Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma.
- Country’s leading surgeon in performing Robotic Thymectomy with a high success rate.
Academic and Professional Credentials:
- MBBS, MS (Surgery), MNAMS from AIIMS, New Delhi.
- Fellowships from FUICC (Geneva), FACS (Chicago), FICS (USA), and FIAGES.
Specialized Surgical Skills:
- Robotic Thymectomy, Key-hole (VATS) Chest Surgery, Lung Cancer Surgery, Tracheal Resection, Esophageal and Lung Cancer Surgeries.
Leadership in Thoracic Surgery:
- Formerly at AIIMS, New Delhi, where he introduced and performed the first VATS and robotic chest surgeries in India.
- Heads the Team Thoracic Surgery at Medanta, offering comprehensive care for chest trauma and non-tumor chest conditions like Bronchiectasis and Pneumothorax.
