
Dr. Pradeep Chowbey
An internationally famous and innovative laparoscopic surgeon is Dr. Pradeep Chowbey. He has taught more than 20,000 doctors from all over the world in minimally invasive procedures and has over 45 years of surgical expertise. He was one of the first surgeons in North India to conduct a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, as well as the first in the Asia Pacific to use MAFT (Minimally Invasive Fistula Technology). He has charted his professional path with the primary goal of advancing minimal access, metabolic, and bariatric surgery throughout India and the Asian region.
His Max Healthcare Institute was the first in India to be accredited as a Center of Excellence for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery and Hernia Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation, USA (2011-2014)
With more than 85,000 operations under his belt, he was recognised as the first endoscopic surgeon doing the most minimal access surgeries in the Guinness Book of Records in 1997 and the Limca Book of Records from 2000 to 2020 (consecutive twenty years).
He has written more than 300 original scientific papers that have been published in national and international journals with indexes, as well as chapters for numerous text and reference books from esteemed companies like Springer, Jaypee, and Elsevier.
Specialities: Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery, Bariatric Surgery / Metabolic, Laparoscopic Surgeon, Endoscopic & Bariatric Surgery
Special Interests:
- Obesity Surgery
- Appendix
- Gallbladder Stones
- Scarless Neck Surgery
- Thyroid & Parathyroid
- Piles, Fissure, Anal Fistula
- Hernia
- Endoscopic Surgery
Hospitals
Awards
Memberships
- Founder President, Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS) (2004)
- President-Elect – International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO),2012-13
- President– IFSO, Asia Pacific Chapter)
- President-Asia Pacific Chapter of International Federation for the Surgery Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO),2011-13
- President– Asia Pacific Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Society (APMBSS),2010-12
- Honorary Member of German Hernia Society, Germany in 2011
- Honorary Member of Gulf Cooperation Council Hernia Society (National Chapter of Asia Pacific Hernia Society), Dubai in 2010
- Honorary Member of Indonesian Hernia Society, Bali, Indonesia in 2009
- Past President, Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
- Past Governor (India), Society of Endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeons of Asia (ELSA)
- Advisor- Asia Pacific Endosurgery Task Force (AETF)
- President-Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI),2006-2010
- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-surgeons (IAGES) )
- Trustee - 2006 to date
- Past President: 2004 - 2006
- President:2002 – 2004
- President-Elect: 2000 -2002
- Honorary Secretary:1998 - 2000
- Vice President:1994 - 1998
- Member, The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
- Member, International Association of Endocrine Surgeons (IAES)
- Member, International Society of Surgery (ISS)
- Member, European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)
- Member, International Medical Science Academy (FIMSA)
- Member, Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)
- Governing Council Member, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Member, National Academy of Medical Science (MNAMS)
- Member, Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)
- Member, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)
- Founder Member, Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
- Member, Membership Drive Committee – Association Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Member, Workshop Committee – Association Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Patron, Health Care Welfare Society)
- Patron, Association of Endoscopic Surgeons (AES)
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Fellow, The Association of Surgeons of India (FAIS)
- Fellow, International College of Surgeons (FICS)
- Invited by various prestigious Organizations & Foundations in the country/overseas and delivered many orations, keynote addresses, and guest lectures
Awards
- Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini Award for Excellence in the laparoscopy field, November 2005
- First Honorary Endoscopic & Laparoscopic Surgeon to the President of India, 2000
- Gold Medal and Best Performer, Govt. Medical College, Jabalpur (MP) at the MS (Gen. Surgery), 1977
- First Honorary Consultant in laparoscopic surgery to Armed Forces Medical Services of India(AFMC), 2000
- Lifetime Achievement Award by Human Care Charitable Trust in August 2014
- Honorary Rotarian by Rotary Club of Delhi, May 2011
- Awarded Arya award for the most compassionate doctor in 1997
- Awarded IMAGES Masters Virk Award – 2005 by Virk Hospital Centre for Human Reproduction
- Awarded Gold Medal by Indian Medical Association as “Young Investigator of India 95”
- Dr. K.C Mahajan Award for Best Academician, January 2006
- The honour of conducting surgery on His Excellency Shri K R Narayanan for his gall bladder treatment (March 29, 2001)
- Awarded Padma Shri, the highest civilian honor, awarded by the Hon. President of India in January 2002
- Awarded by Guinness Book of Records for most minimal access surgery in 1997
- Lifetime Achievement Award by IAGES in February,2015
- Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa Doctorate) by His Excellency Governor of MP and the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jabalpur, October 2007
- Rashtriya Rattan Award & Gold Medal for Medical Excellence, December, 2005
- Vocational award 1995-96 by Rotary International
- Merit in all subjects, Govt. Medical College, Jabalpur (MP) at the MBBS examination ,1973
- Bharat Jyoti Award, 2006
- ACADIMA 2001, awarded in the field of Minimal Access Surgery
- Dhanvantari Award for Excellence in Health Care, November, 2005
- Arch of Excellence (Medicare) Award, 2006
- Ratna Award in Laparoscopic Surgery by Punjab Government in February 2000
- Chairman’s Award by Max Healthcare, January 2012
- Aadharshila award for excellent work and contribution in the field of medicine
- Best performer National Board of Examination for MNAMS degree in 1979
- A Legend during the Lifetime Award by Balkan Ji Bari International, September 2013
- Gem of India Award for excellence in field, 2006
- Placed in Limca Book of Records 2000 to 2009 consecutive years for most minimal access surgery
- IMAAN INDIA SAMMAN award, October 2014
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Life After Whipple Surgery: A cure for Pancreatic Cancer
Overview
Your surgeon might suggest having Whipple surgery if you’re suffering from pancreatic cancer. However, Whipple surgery is a complex procedure that may require additional lifestyle changes during your recovery period. Here we will understand the benefits of Whipple surgery and the necessary changes you need to make after the same. Keep reading to learn more.
What are the benefits of Whipple surgery?
The Whipple procedure has one significant advantage: it may save your life.
In comparison to the overall prognosis (outcome) of pancreatic cancer (only about 5% survive five years after diagnosis), the Whipple procedure is one of the only known treatment modalities capable of giving hope to people with pancreatic cancer and a chance to survive.
The reason the overall pancreatic cancer survival rate is so low is that pancreatic cancer frequently begins to grow and spread (metastasize) long before symptoms appear. When pancreatic cancer is diagnosed, it is frequently too late for surgery to be effective.
So, the main advantage of having a Whipple procedure is that early screening and diagnosis can allow people to live for many years in relatively good health. Most people who have had pancreatic cancer will require other therapy as an adjuvant(such as chemotherapy) even after successful Whipple surgery.
Also, Read - Life After Hiatal Hernia Surgery
How is life after Whipple surgery?
As per our expert GI & Bariatric Surgeons, after a successful Whipple surgery, the following are the changes that you need to make to your regular lifestyle.
- Start taking enzyme supplements: Some people have a shortage of digestive enzymes (normally produced by the pancreas) after a Whipple procedure and must take supplements with each meal to properly digest their food. That’s why you should include some of these below-mentioned FDA-approved pancreatic enzyme supplements.
-Pancreaze
-Zenpep
- Ultresa
-Creon
-Viokace
Over-the-counter pancreatic enzymes are not recommended; instead, consult with your healthcare provider to determine whether pancreatic enzyme supplements are appropriate for you following your Whipple procedure.
- Establish an exercise routine: Getting back to normal activity after a Whipple procedure has always been part of the recovery process. However, studies have shown that doing exercise and working out before surgery also has some positive effects on the surgical outcome.
The following are the benefits that you can have after getting Whipple surgery.
-Blood flow and chemotherapy delivery to cancerous tissues are improved.
-You will have fewer side effects after chemotherapy.
-Increased energy levels
-Improvement in mental health (improved mood and lower levels of anxiety and depression)
-Gaining a sense of empowerment (as study participants felt they were participating more in their own treatment and recovery).
Experts may disagree on the duration of physical activity before and after a Whipple procedure. When beginning any type of physical exercise, consult with your healthcare team and follow their recommendations.
- Have a healthy diet: Diet is one of the most common lifestyle changes that people who have had a Whipple procedure must make. If you are experiencing digestive issues, it is critical to seek professional advice; ask your healthcare provider or surgeon to refer you to a dietitian for specific dietary recommendations.
-If you're having digestive issues, talk to your doctor about pancreatic enzymes.
-Take stomach acid-reducing medications as directed by your surgeon or other healthcare providers.
-Limit your intake of fried, greasy, and high-fat foods (or eat them in small quantities).
- Try having at least 2.5-3 cups of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Also, Read - Diet After Fistula Surgery
How can we help with the treatment?
If you are in search of pancreatic cancer treatment in India, we will serve as your guide throughout your treatment and will be physically present with you even before your medical treatment begins. The following will be provided to you:
- Opinions of expert physicians and surgeons
- Transparent communication
- Coordinated care
- Prior appointment with specialists
- Assistance with hospital formalities
- 24*7 availability
- Arrangement for travel
- Assistance for accommodation and healthy recovery
- Assistance in emergencies
We are dedicated to offering the highest quality health trip to our patients. We have a team of highly qualified and devoted health trip advisors that will be by your side from the beginning of your journey.