- Speciality: General, Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery
- Designation: Senior Consultant – General, Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
- Education: MBBS, MS (Surgery), DNB, FRCS, , FACS, FAMS, FFST
- Experience: 35+ years
- Hospital: Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi
About Dr. Pawanindra Lal
Dr. Pawanindra Lal is a renowned laparoscopic and robotic surgeon with over 35 years of experience in treating complex gastrointestinal, hepatopancreato-biliary, hernia, proctology, and bariatric conditions. Currently serving as Senior Consultant in General Surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, he previously held the position of Director Professor & Head of Surgery at Maulana Azad Medical College. A pioneer in Minimal Access Surgery in India, he has led innovations in GI and bariatric surgery, and has mentored countless surgical students and residents. His surgical expertise lies in advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques, with a focus on patient-centric, minimally invasive care.
Dr. Lal holds prestigious fellowships such as FRCS (England, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Ireland), FACS, and FAMS, and has received several national and international accolades including the Dr. B.C. Roy Award, BMJ South Asia Award, and FICCI Excellence in Skills Award. He has over 130 publications and has authored multiple books and surgical manuals. A key figure in several surgical societies, he is affiliated with SAGES, IAGES, AMASI, and ACS, among others. His contributions in education, innovation, and leadership have earned him orations, fellowships, and honors globally, establishing him as a pillar in surgical excellence.
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals (2025 – Present)
- Director Professor & Head of Surgery, Maulana Azad Medical College (2012 – 2025)
- Chairman, Division of Minimal Access Surgery, MAMC (2011 – Present)
- Over 35 years of experience in advanced surgical care
- Held key academic roles since 1999 at MAMC, New Delhi
Specialty & Interests
- Primary: General, Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery
- Subspecialties:
- Gastrointestinal (Foregut & Hindgut)
- Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery
- Advanced Hernia (AWR), Proctology
- Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery
- Clinical Interests:
- Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
- Surgical Education and Skill Development
Memberships
- International:
- Fellow – Royal College of Surgeons (England, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Ireland)
- Fellow – American College of Surgeons
- Member – SAGES, ELSA, ASMBS, IFSO
- National:
- Fellow – National Academy of Medical Sciences
- Member – ASI, IAGES, AMASI, OSSI, IMA
- Founder President – SELSI (Delhi Chapter)
Education & Training
- MBBS, MS (Surgery) – Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
- DNB – General Surgery
- FRCS – England, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Ireland
- FACS – American College of Surgeons
- Commonwealth Fellowship – Colorectal Surgery (UK)
- International Guest Scholarship – American College of Surgeons (USA)
Honors & Awards
- Dr. B.C. Roy National Award – 2016
- BMJ South Asia Award – 2016
- FICCI Healthcare Excellence Award – 2014
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Award – 2021
- Commonwealth Fellowship (UK) & ACS International Guest Scholarship (USA)
- Delivered 15+ national orations and guest lectures
- Over 130 publications, 21 book chapters, and multiple authored books
Treatments Offered
- Advanced Laparoscopic & Robotic GI Surgery
- Complex Hernia & Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Colorectal & Proctology Surgery
- Gallbladder, Appendix & Pancreatic Surgery
- Bariatric (Weight Loss) & Metabolic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery
