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Overview
Dr. Pawanindra Lal is a highly accomplished General Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, Delhi, with over 31 years of clinical experience. He holds an impressive array of qualifications including MS, DNB, FCLS, FRCS (Edinburgh, Glasgow, England, Ireland), FACS, FAMS, and FFSTEd, reflecting his deep knowledge and expertise in the field of surgery.
Dr. Lal specializes in a broad spectrum of general surgical procedures, with a strong focus on minimally invasive techniques. His areas of expertise include laparoscopic surgeries, hernia repairs, gallbladder surgery, and other abdominal procedures. Renowned for his precision and patient-focused approach, he combines clinical excellence with cutting-edge surgical methods to ensure optimal outcomes.
An active contributor to medical education and research, Dr. Lal regularly participates in national and international conferences, contributing to the advancement of general surgery practices. He is also known for his dedication to mentoring young surgeons and promoting best practices in surgical care.
Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Dogri, Dr. Lal is committed to providing personalized and compassionate care to a diverse patient base. His exceptional qualifications, vast experience, and patient-first philosophy make him a trusted and respected figure in general surgery.
Hospital Details
Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
Sarita Vihar, Delhi Mathura Road, New Delhi, DL, 110076
Experience
Senior Consultant – General Surgery
Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Since March 2025Director Professor & Head of Surgery
Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
2012 – PresentChairman – Division of Minimal Access Surgery
Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
2011 – PresentProfessor of Surgery
Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
2005 – 2012Associate Professor of Surgery
Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
2001 – 2005Assistant Professor of Surgery
Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
1999 – 2001
Memberships
Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
Society of Endoscopic & Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA)
The International Society for Burn Injuries
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
National Academy of Science – India
Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology
Indian Association of Surgical Oncology
Indian Medical Association (IMA)
National Academy of Burns – India
Association of British Scholars (India)
Hernia Society of India
Obesity Surgery Society of India
Awards
Dr. O. P. Taneja Gold Medal – Best Student in Surgery
S.S. Rampal Gold Medal – Surgery
Gen. D. R. Thapar Gold Medal – Surgery
K. K. Mondwal Gold Medal – Medicine
Sanjay Sidhwa Gold Medal – Best Student in Medicine
First Prize – Preventive & Social Medicine (P.S.M.)
Second Prize – E.N.T.
Professional Achievements
Senior Resident (General Surgery) – UCMS & GTB Hospital, Delhi
Awarded Memento for Best Senior Resident (1995–96) by Prof. B. B. Agarwal, Principal
Fellowships & International Recognition
Travelling Fellowship Award (1998) – Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery under Prof. Cuschieri, Dundee, Scotland (June–Aug 1998)
Indian Medical Association – Young Researcher Award (1999–2000)
Commonwealth Fellowship Award (2007)
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery in Colorectal Cancer, Southend Hospital, Essex (Oct 2007 – Mar 2008)
College Overseas Award (2009) – Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
For Most Outstanding Contribution by an Overseas Fellow
FRCS (England) – Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England without examination (2010)
International Guest Scholarship Award (2012) – American College of Surgeons
Visited 5 Centers of Excellence in the USA and delivered an invited lecture at the ACS Annual Meeting, Chicago (Oct 1–4, 2012)
National Honors & Academic Distinctions
FICCI Healthcare Award (2014) – Excellence in Skills Centre
Dr. S. K. Sen Memorial Oration – ASI (Delhi Chapter), Nov 12, 2016
BMJ South Asia Award (2016) – Excellence in Medical Education (Runner-up)
Dr. B. C. Roy National Award (2016) – For Contribution to Creation of New Departments in Medical Sciences
Dr. A. K. Sensarma Endowment Lecture (2018) – Association of Surgeons of India
Delhi State Health Award (2019) – For Development of Surgical Discipline at MAMC, New Delhi
Dr. Ranganathan Oration (2019) – Paradigm Shift in Surgical Education
Distinguished Alumnus Award (2020) – Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Award (2021) – For Distinguished Services to the Nation
Orations & Guest Lectures
Dr. R. C. Menda Oration (2021) – ACRSI – Distinguished Services to Colorectal Cancer
Dr. T. J. Agarwal Oration (2021) – ASI Delhi Chapter – Distinguished Services to Surgical Education
Dr. K. P. Prabhu Oration (Feb 2022) – Kolhapur Surgical Society
Dr. T. C. Goel Guest Lecture (Apr 2, 2022) – Department of Surgery, KGMU
Presidential Oration – SELSI (2023)
Presidential Oration – HIS (2024)
SELSI Oration (2024)
Research and Publication
Congenital Y-type Urethro-perineal Fistula – Pawanindra Lal, A. Gupta, A. Krishna. Published in European Journal of Pediatric Surgery, 1997; 7:252-253.
Obstructive Uropathy – Anurag Krishna, Pawanindra Lal. Published in Management of Common Pediatric Problems, Ed. Dr. Shyam Kukreja – CBS Publishers, New Delhi, 1995.
