- Speciality: Pediatric Surgeon
- Designation: Senior Consultant – Pediatric Surgeon, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
- Education: MBBS, MS (Surgery), M.Ch. (Pediatric Surgery), NNAMS, FAMS (Pediatrics)
- Experience: 46+ years
- Hospital: Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi
About Dr. Shanti Talwar
Dr. Shanti Talwar is a renowned Pediatric Surgeon with over 46 years of clinical and academic experience in the field. She has served 15 years in General Surgery and 31 years in Pediatric Surgery as a faculty member, contributing immensely to teaching, research, and surgical care. Her expertise spans complex pediatric surgeries, neonatal emergencies, congenital anomalies, and pediatric oncology. Dr. Talwar has held key roles in top medical institutions and has actively participated in organizing national and international workshops. She has also served as an examiner, interviewer for UPSC and state commissions, and held senior positions in bodies like MCI, NAMS, and the National Board. Her dedication to child health is matched by a strong record of publications and contributions to medical education.
Dr. Talwar’s excellence has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the prestigious Dr. B.C. Roy National Award (1993), Bharat Nirman Talented Ladies Award (2002), Best Citizen of India Award (2004), and the Indira Gandhi Woman Achiever Award (2010). She is a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences and has received fellowships from NAMS and the Colombo Plan. Her memberships include IAPS, IAP, NNF, ASI, IMA, and DMA. Her areas of interest include pediatric oncology, neonatal surgery, and pediatric trauma.
Work Experience
- 46+ years of experience in Pediatric Surgery
- 15 years as Faculty in General Surgery
- 31 years as Faculty in Pediatric Surgery post-M.Ch
- Experience in:
- Clinical work, teaching (undergraduate & postgraduate)
- Research and numerous scientific publications
- Examiner for UG & PG exams
- Organizing national & international medical workshops and conferences
- Interviewer for UPSC and state-level recruitments
- Holding senior positions in MCI, NAMS, and National Board of Examinations
Specialty & Interests
- Pediatric Surgical Oncology
- Neonatal and Pediatric Trauma Surgery
- Complex Congenital Anomalies
- Neonatal Intestinal Obstruction
- Wilms’ Tumor and other Pediatric Malignancies
- Surgical Management of Pediatric Urological Disorders
Memberships
- Life Member – Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons (IAPS)
- Life Member – IAPS (Delhi Chapter)
- Life Member – Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP), Delhi & Noida Chapters
- Life Member – National Neonatology Forum (NNF), National & Delhi
- Life Member – Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), Delhi Chapter
- Life Member – Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Life Member – Delhi Medical Association (DMA), South Delhi Branch
Education & Training
- MBBS, MS (Surgery)
- M.Ch. (Pediatric Surgery)
- NNAMS – National Academy of Medical Sciences
- FAMS (Pediatrics) – Fellow, Academy of Medical Sciences
- Shri Ram Travel Fellowship – NAMS
- Colombo Plan Fellowship Award – 1978
Honors & Awards
- Dr. B.C. Roy National Award – 1993
- Bharat Nirman Talented Ladies Award – 2002
- Best Citizen of India Award – 2004
- Indira Gandhi Woman Achiever Award – 2010
- Gold Medal – Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons (2015), for service as General Secretary, Treasurer, and President
- Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS) – 1993
Treatments Offered
- Neonatal Surgical Emergencies
- Wilms’ Tumor and Pediatric Cancers
- Neonatal Intestinal and Urological Obstructions
- Pediatric Soft Tissue Tumors
- Pediatric Trauma and Abdominal Injuries
- Laparoscopic and Open Pediatric Surgeries
- Management of Congenital Anomalies
