- Speciality: Vascular Surgeon
- Designation: Senior Consultant – Vascular Surgeon, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
- Education: MBBS, MD (General Medicine)
- Experience: 36+ years
- Hospital: Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi
About Dr. Rakesh Mahajan
Dr. Rakesh Mahajan is a distinguished Senior Consultant Vascular Surgeon with over 36 years of extensive experience in vascular surgery. Since 2004, he has been a key figure at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, where he transformed the vascular surgery department into a leading center for advanced and specialized care. Earlier, he served as a Consultant Surgeon at Royal Gwent Hospital, UK, gaining valuable international exposure.
Dr. Mahajan specializes in minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins such as laser ablation, radio-frequency ablation, glue ablation, and foam sclerotherapy. He is also an expert in managing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), diabetic foot complications through revascularization and stem cell therapy, limb salvage surgeries, and complex aortic procedures like EVAR and TEVAR. His expertise further extends to carotid surgeries for stroke prevention, dialysis access creation, wound management, vascular trauma, and treatment of rare vascular conditions. Fluent in the latest endovascular techniques, Dr. Mahajan offers comprehensive care to both national and international patients, adhering to the highest standards.
Dr. Mahajan holds prestigious qualifications including MBBS, MS, and FRCS from the UK and Edinburgh. He is an active member of professional bodies such as the Vascular Society of India, the International Society of Vascular Surgery, and The Association of Surgeons of India. Throughout his career, he has contributed to medical research and presented at notable conferences worldwide. His published works include studies on vascular and surgical topics, reflecting his commitment to advancing vascular surgery. Dr. Mahajan’s holistic approach and dedication make him a highly trusted vascular surgeon in India.
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (Since September 2004)
- Consultant Surgeon, Royal Gwent Hospital, UK
Specialty & Interests
- Vascular Surgery
- Minimally invasive varicose vein treatments: Laser Ablation, Radio-Frequency Ablation, Glue Ablation, Foam Sclerotherapy
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) management: Thrombolysis, Thrombosuction, Venoplasty, Stenting, IVC Filter placement
- Diabetic Foot Management: Revascularization, Debridement, Stem Cell Therapy
- Limb Salvage Surgery: Endovascular and Open Bypass for Gangrene, Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Wound Management: VAC Therapy, Integra Dermal Regeneration Template (IDRT)
- Aortic Surgery: EVAR, TEVAR, Stenting for aneurysms and occlusive disease
- Carotid Surgery for stroke prevention
- Dialysis Access creation: Fistulas, HD Catheter, Permacath, PIC Line, Chemoport insertion
- Management of Vascular Trauma and Lymphedema
- Uterine Artery Embolization (Obstetric and Gynecological issues)
- Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy for Hyperhidrosis and Raynaud’s Syndrome
- Treatment of Mesenteric and Renal Ischemia, Portal Hypertension, and Arterio-Venous Malformations
Memberships
- Vascular Society of India
- International Society of Vascular Surgery
- The Association of Surgeons of India
Education & Training
- MBBS
- MS (Master of Surgery)
- FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons) – UK and Edinburgh
Honors & Awards
- Published research on “Splenic Flexure Volvulus” (Int J Colorectal Dis, 2000)
- Research on “Use of a Semipermeable Polyamide Dressing over Skin Grafts” (Br J Surg, 1995)
- Presented “End of the Road Therapy: Vascular Access in Difficult Situations” at Vascular Access Conference 2010
- Presented on “Neonatal Vascular Emergencies” at Vascular Society of India Meeting, 2007
- Presented “Audit of Cholecystectomies” at Welsh Surgical Society Meeting, 1997
Treatments Offered
- Varicose Veins (Laser, Radiofrequency, Glue, Foam Sclerotherapy)
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) treatments including thrombolysis and stenting
- Diabetic Foot care including revascularization and stem cell therapy
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair (EVAR, TEVAR)
- Carotid Endarterectomy for stroke prevention
- Dialysis Access procedures
- Limb salvage surgeries for gangrene and peripheral artery disease
- Wound care including VAC therapy and skin graft management
- Treatment of vascular trauma, lymphedema, hyperhidrosis, Raynaud’s Syndrome, and other vascular disorders
