Aayushi Chokshi Parikh
Dr Aayushi Chokshi Parikh Emergency MRCEM (UK), MBBS, ACLS Instructor (AHA), PGDMLPE Consultant Emergency Physician and ER In-Charge
Education :
- PGDMLPE (GNLU-IMA) 2023-2024
- MRCEM from Zydus Hospital Pvt. Ltd. Ahmedabad Gujarat, in 2020 In affiliation with Royal College of Emergency Medicine RCEM (UK)
- MBBS from B. J. Medical College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad in 2015.
Experience :
- AHA (American Heart Association) Certified ACLS-BLS Instructor since April 2022
- Overseas Examiner for MRCEM (Royal College of Emergency Medicine) since June 2023
- Jr. Consultant (EM) in Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad from July 2021-Feb 2022
- Senior Resident in Emergency Medicine in Zydus Hospital Pvt. Ltd. from January 2021-July 2021
- Experienced in Resuscitation (Basic & Advanced Cardio Vascular Life Support), Trauma Management & MLC Cases, Emergency Ultrasound, All Medical & Surgical Emergencies Management
- International & National Faculty at multiple prestigious EM conferences and workshops with numerous poster/paper presentations
- Conducted 100+ Basic Life Support training sessions across all sections of the society
Awards & Accolades :
- Honored with the “TIMES OF INDIA PUBLIC SPEAKING COMPETITION” in December 2016 and made it to Gujarat’s “Top 5” orators after having already won the Ahmedabad regional
- Former, President, Gujarat Chapter, Indian Medical Association’s Student Wing (IMA SW) (2014-2015)
- Former, President, Gujarat Chapter, Medical Students Association of India (MSAI) (2013-2014)
- Felicitated by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) for being an outstanding student achiever as the ‘YOUNGEST ACHIEVER AT IMA’ in 2014 at their annual day celebration
Aayushi Chokshi Parikh
Consultant Emergency Physician and ER In-Charge
Abhilash C Chokshi
Dr. Abhilash C Chokshi
General Surgery
MS (General Surgery ), FIAGES, FALS ( Hernia ) , FMAS , FICS , FAIS
Consultant Laparoscopic General Surgeon, Head of Department of Surgery and Department of Minimal Invasive Surgery
MORE THAN 33+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
MORE THAN 7000+ MAJOR AND MINOR SURGERIES
Education :
- MBBS, MP Shah Medical College, Jamnagar
- MS, IRVIN Group of Hospital, Jamnagar
- FIAGES, Fellow Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons
- MIPH, Member of Pioneer Circle.
- LASERS, Trained for Laser in Proctology
- Completion of 3 years of teaching experience at department of surgery, MP Shah Medical College, Jamnagar
Experience :
- Vast experience in hernia surgeries – open as well as laparoscopic for basic and complex cases alike
- Advanced laparoscopic surgical work
- Minimally invasive work in the areas of MIPH and Lasers in Proctology
- Administrative experience at Superintendent and HOD level at Trimurti Trust Hospital, Bavla for 5+ years followed by private practice at Aayush Surgical Hospital , Ahmedabad for 23 years
- Attended multiple local, national and international surgical conferences and workshops with a keen interest in academic and surgical skill upgradation
- Past President – Ahmedabad Surgeons Association and an active member of multiple surgical bodies
Specialist in :
- General Surgery
- Basic and Advanced Laparoscopic Work
- Open & Laparoscopic Hernia Surgeries
- MIPH
- Lasers in Proctology
Abhilash C Chokshi
Consultant Laparoscopic General Surgeon, Head of Department of Surgery and Department of Minimal Invasive Surgery
Ajay Kumar Jain
Dr. Ajay Kumar Jain
Pulmonology
MBBS, MD (Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases)
Consultant Pulmonologist, Bronchoscopist, Sleep Disorders Specialist & Critical Care Specialist
Qualifications:
- MBBS, SMS Medical College, Jaipur
- MD (Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases), RNT Medical College, Udaipur
- Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology from University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
- ERS Certificate in Thoracoscopy
Work Experience :
- Experience of 25 years.
- Vast experience in doing Interventional Bronchoscopy and It’s Procedure.
- Perform >800 Thoracoscopies and related procedures like Pleurodesis, early Empyema resection, using single port rigid thoracoscope.
- Attended many national and International conferences.
Areas of Expertise:
- Interventional Pulmonology
- Thoracoscopy
- ILD
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Airways Diseases
- Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
- Sleep Disorders
- Critical Care
Ajay Kumar Jain
Consultant Pulmonologist, Bronchoscopist, Sleep Disorders Specialist & Critical Care Specialist
Ajay Naik
Dr Ajay Naik
Cardiology
MD, DM, DNB, FACC, FHRS
Cardiac Electrophysiologist,
Director of Cardiac Arrhythmia and HF Device
Division
Overview :
DM and DNB Cardiology, KEM Hospital, Mumbai 1998
EP Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, USA 1999-2001
FACC (2003), FISE (2013), FCSI (2006), FAPSC (2008), FHRS (2010), FAPHRS (2017)
Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiologist at Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India since 2001.
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS IN ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS
2014-2015 President of Indian Society of Electrocardiology
2014- 2016 Executive Committee Member of Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
2016 – 2018 Secretary of Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
2019 – 2020 Vice-President of Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
2019 – 2020 “Country Representative for India” and Member of Board of Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society (APHRS)
Director, ECG, Echo and Imaging Core Laboratory
Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator in several ongoing Multinational Clinical Trials for Drugs and Devices.
Faculty at several international Cardiology and Electrophysiology Conferences.
3 years’ experience in Clinical and Research fields in Cardiac Arrhythmias, Electrophysiology studies and Radiofrequency ablations, CIED implantations, Cardiac EP research at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, USA.
7 months postdoctoral experience and 3 years Doctoral training program and DM residency in Cardiology at KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai.
3 years MD residency in General Medicine, LTMG Hospital, Sion, Mumbai.
1 year internship, KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
Area of Expertise :
- Cardiac Electrophysiology,
- Cardiology
- Cardiac Arrhythmias,
- Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices
- Heart Failure
Membership & Publications :
Numerous publications in major International Journals
Principal Investigator for numerous multinational drug and device clinical trials
International and National faculty for Cardiac Electrophysiology
Director of ECG, Echo, Angiography Core Laboratory
Past President, Indian Society of Electrocardiology (ISE)
Past Vice President, Indian Heart Rhythm Society
Ajay Naik
Interventional Cardiologist & Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Amit Chandan
Dr. Amit Chandan
Cardiac Surgery
MBBS, DNB (Cardiothoracic Surgery)
Consultant Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon
Overview :
Dr. Amit Chandan is one of India’s leading cardiothoracic surgeons. In his career, he has participated in over 10,000 heart surgeries. Apart from CIMS Hospital, Dr. Chandan also visits K. K. Hospital at Bhuj.
After completing MBBS, he pursued 6 years DNB Cardiothoracic Surgery. Dr. Chandan has experience of 12 years as a Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon. In the past, Dr. Chandan has accumulated experience in different capacities at numerous hospitals including K B Bhabha Hospital (Mumbai), Sir H. N. Hospital (Mumbai), Jaslok Hospital (Mumbai), Jagjivan Ram Railway Hospital (Mumbai). He has also being to Germany to learn Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery and Ventricular assist devices.
He has a rich experience in performing all types Adult cardiac surgeries (CABG, Valve repair and replacement, complex Aortic surgery, HOCM, infective endocarditis, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, pulmonary thromboendarterectomy), Redo Cardiac surgery, Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (CABG, Valve repair and replacement, ASD, atrial fibrillation), Hybrid surgeries, Heart Transplant, ECMO and LVAD insertion.
Dr. Chandan regularly participates in several workshops, training courses, as well as conferences worldwide in order to keep up on with the latest in the field of Cardiothoracic and vascular surgery.
He is a member of the Indian Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (INSHLT) and Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS).
He is actively involved in many research projects and has many publications to his credit. He has also made several presentations at National conferences.
Dr. Chandan has been teaching and training medical students, house officers, nurse surgical assistants as well as surgical trainees.
Areas of Expertise :
Adult Cardiac Surgery, Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Aortic Surgeries, Mitral valve Repair, Heart Transplant, Redo Surgery.
Awards & Accolades :
- Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Involving Multiple Cardiac Chambers with Skeletal Muscle Involvement in a Hepatitis C Positive Patient.
- Prevalence of Genetic variations Affecting Warfarin Action from Different Parts of India.
- A Late Coronary Stent Infection: Its Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment-A Case Report.
Procedure & Treatment :
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
- Mitral Valve repair/replacement surgery
- Aortic Valve replacement
- Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
- Heart Transplant
- Atrial septal defect (ASD) repair
- LA myxoma surgery
- Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM)
- Ventricular pacing lead placement
- Hybrid Surgery
- Pulmonary Thromboendearterectomy
- Redo Cardiac Surgery
- ECMO
Amit Chandan
Consultant Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon
Amit Patel
Dr. Amit Patel
Pulmonology
MBBS, DTDC, MD, FICA, MNCCP
Consultant Interventional and Transplant Pulmonologist
Overview :
Passed MD in Respiratory Medicine in July 1989. Trained in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine from Lilavati Hospital & TATA Hospital, Mumbai. Trained in Interventional Pulmonology at Sir Gangaram Hospital. Was consultant Pulmonologist & ICU Incharge for 3 Years. Practicing in Ahmedabad since last 20 years and associated with Marengo CIMS Hospital as Full Timer Consultant Pulmonologist since last 12 Years.
Qualifications:
- MBBS
- DTDC
- MD
- FICA
- MNCCP
Area of Expertise:
- General Pulmonology
- Critical Care
- Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation
Awards & Accolades:
- Member of National College of Chest Physicians
- Member of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine
- National Faculty at NAPCON – 2018
- National Faculty at INSHLT national conference in 2019
- Poster presentation on Thoracoscopy at Madrid Spain in 2017
- Author of Paper – Remdesivir for the treatment of COVID – 19.
- Journal of Infections Diseases & Therapeutics 2021
- Author of Paper – Evaluating efficiency of Tocilizumab in Moderate to severe COVID 19 CBG Study – JIDN 2020
- Determints & Severity among COVID 19 Patients – Hospital based case control study 2020 – PLOS ONE
- Poster presentation on disseminated Cryptococcosis HIV Patient ISHAM – 2022
Mobile : +91 9824310150
Email : amit.patel@marengoasia.com
Amit Patel
Consultant Interventional and Transplant Pulmonologist
Anagha Zope
Dr. Anagha Zope
Surgical Oncology
MBBS, MS, Breast Surgery
Senior Consultant Breast Cancer Surgeon
EXPERIENCE OF 25 YEARS
Overview :
Over 25 years of exemplary surgical experience and an exclusive breast oncoplastic practice with extensive experience in treating breast cancer. Pioneered the establishment of multidisciplinary breast cancer management and oncoplastic breast surgery in her practice. Extensively travelled to and treated patients from East African countries like Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Ethiopia. Regular participation in national and international academic meetings and conferences as faculty.
Area of Expertise :
- Multidisciplinary breast cancer treatment
- Oncoplastic breast saving surgeries and sentinel node biopsies
- Skin and nipple saving surgeries mastectomies with flap and implant based reconstruction.
- Stereotactic and guided procedures
- Screening and diagnosis of breast cancer
- Treating benign breast disorders
Awards and Accolades :
Awarded the prestigious Rowan Nick Scholarship by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Australia
International Fellowship in Breast Surgery, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
Oncoplastic Masterclass, Ecole Européenne de Chirurgie, Paris. Assistant Professor for Surgery B J Medical College and Civil Hospital Ahmedabad for 6 years
Senior Consultant & Program lead, Breast Surgery at Apollo Hospitals International ltd and Apollo CBCC Cancer, Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar for 16 years.
PG teacher for Surgery and DNB Surgical Oncology.
Anagha Zope
Senior Consultant Breast Cancer Surgeon
Anish Chandarana
Dr Anish Chandarana
Cardiology
MD, DM, FACC
Interventional Cardiologist
Overview :
- Holder of brilliant academic carrier with Gold Medals at each level – MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine) and DM (Cardiology). Extensive teaching experience, has delivered talks and presentations at many national – international conferences. Has been a part of many international research projects innovating many breakthrough medicines and technologies. Has conducted many Diagnostic – Therapeutic camps for needy segments of the society. Former Assistant Professor at Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre, Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad
Area of Interest :
- Keen interest in Clinical Cardiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology & Interventional Cardiology and has been a pioneer in establishing PAMI (Angioplasty in Acute Heart Attack) Program in Western India
- Interventional Cardiology : Complex – High Risk Coronary Interventions, Balloon Valvuloplasties, Preventive Cardiology.
- Strongly believes in “Prevention through healthy lifestyle”.
- Conducted many Workshops – Seminars on “Fitness & Happiness”, Body, Mind and Spirit”
Awards & Accolades:
- Gold Medals at each level : MBBS, MD( Internal Medicine) and DM (Cardiology). FACC (Fellow of American College of Cardiology.
- Author of the book : “The Heart – A Wonderful Gift of God”. Has written chapters in many Cardiology Books.
Mobile : +91 9825096922
Email : anish.chandarana@cims.org
Anish Chandarana
Interventional Cardiologist
Ankit Jitani
Dr. Ankit Jitani
BMT
MBBS, MD, DM (Clinical Hematology) (Gold Medalist), A.FAMS
Consultant Hematology, Blood and Marrow Transplant
EXPERIENCE OF 7 YEARS
Overview :
MBBS : Assam Medical College & Hospital, Dibrugarh, Assam. Post – Graduation : MD, Pathology Institute : North – Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS), Shillong. Post-Doctoral : DM, Clinical Hematology (Gold Medal) Institute : Nilratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata. Fellowship : Associate fellow of National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS).Consultant , Hematology and Bone Marrow transplant at Apollo CBCC Cancer Care , Ahmedabad from Oct . 2019 to April 2023. Senior Resident Doctor , NEIGRIHMS , Shillong , from Aug 2014 to Aug 2016 . Training in Autopsy Pathology at Post Graduation Institute of Medical Education and Research , Chandigarh in March 2013.
Area of Expertise :
Bone Marrow Transplant / Stem Cell Transplant : Active Member of BMT Programme at diffrent Institutes. Have experience of around 100 transplant including Autologous and Allogenic transplants . Hemato-Oncology : Experience of 7 years in managing various disorders (Both Adult and Paedatric) like : Acute Leukemia (AML & ALL ) , Chronic Leukemia (CML & CLL) , Lymphoma (Hodgkin’s & Non – Hodgkin’s) , Plasma cell dyscrasia (Multiple Myeloma & others) , Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) , Myeloproliferative neoplasm (polycythemia, thrombocytosis , myelofibrosis ) Non- Malligant / Bengin Hematology : Experience in Managing Following Disorders (both Adult & Paediatric) : Anemia (Hemolytic , Aplastic , Nutritional Anemia & others) , Thrombolytopenia (ITP & Others) , Neutropenia , Eosinoplilia , Pancytopenia , Thalassemia & Hemoglobinopathies , Hemophilia & other Coagulation Disorders , Consultative Hematology .
Awards and Accolades :
Awarded Associate Fellowship of National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS) in 2022. Gold Medal Awarded in DM (Clinical Hematology) University Examination in 2019 . Best Senior Resident Doctor in NEIGRIHMS Shillong in 2016 . Publications: 22 research articles published in National & International Journal (h – index : 6 ) . Book Chapters : Written 3 Books Chapters . Multiple Awards for Paper & Poster Presentation & Hematology Quiz . Indian Society of Bone Marrow Transplant (ISBMT) . Indian Society of Hematology & Blood Transfusion (ISHBT) . Indian Myeloma Academic Groupe (IMAGe) . European Hematology Association (EHA) . Eastern Hematology Group (EHG).Gujrat Hematology Group (GHG).