Designation of Dr. Anil Sharma
Dr. Anil Sharma
Bariatric & Laparoscopic Surgeon
Director – Max Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Anil Sharma
- Dr. Anil Sharma is a renowned figure in the field of minimally invasive surgery, currently serving as the Senior Director at the Max Institute of Laparoscopic, Endoscopic, and Bariatric Surgery at Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi.
- His special interest lies in the surgical management of abdominal wall hernias, a field in which he has made significant contributions.
- Dr. Anil Sharma’s journey in the medical field began with a strong educational foundation in India, where he completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery from Seth G. S. Medical College and K.E.M. Hospital in Bombay.
- His dedication to surgical excellence took him to the UK, where he earned prestigious fellowships from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
- In 1994, after returning from the UK, Dr. Anil Sharma worked at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi. He was associated with the founding of the Department of Minimal Access Surgery since its inception in 1996.
- He has conducted numerous operative workshops, delivered lectures worldwide, and written several chapters for international publications.
- His academic pursuits extend beyond his clinical practice. Dr. Sharma designed the Basic Medical Writing Course for Surgeons, a voluntary initiative to help surgeons enhance their medical writing and presentation skills.
- As the former President of the Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS), he developed Hernia Essentials, a comprehensive training course based on international hernia management guidelines.
- Dr. Sharma’s extensive experience includes roles as a Deputy Director at Max Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic, and Bariatric Surgery, and previous positions at Bedford General Hospital and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital.
- Furthermore, Dr. Sharma is a life member of several prestigious organizations, including the International Federation of Societies for Obesity (IFSO), the Society of Endoscopic & Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA), and the Hernia Society of India.
Dr. Anil Sharma’s Expertise
- Surgical Management of Abdominal Wall Hernias
- Gall Bladder and Associated Hepatobiliary Conditions
- Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery for Weight Loss and Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus
- Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (scarless surgery)
- Laparoscopic Surgery for Benign Conditions of the Upper GI Tract e.g. Fundoplications, Cardiomyotomy
- Gallbladder Stones
- Hernia
- Tummy Tuck
- Obesity Surgery
- Piles Treatment
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Fistula
- Appendix
- Thyroidectomy
- Parathyroidectomy
- Scarless Neck Surgery
Work Experience of Dr. Anil Sharma
- Deputy Director at Max Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi (Present)
- President & Founding Member, Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS) from 2015 to 2017
- Senior House Officer in Surgery at Bedford General Hospital
- Registrar in Surgery at Bedford General Hospital from 1991 to 1994
- Registrar in Surgery at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital from 1988 to 1991
- Rotating Residency at KEM Hospital, R. N. Cooper Municipal Hospital, L.T.M. Hospital, Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for children from 1984 to 1988
- Casualty Medical Officer at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi
Dr. Anil Sharma’s Qualifications
- MBBS from Bombay University, Seth G. S. Medical College & associated KEM Hospital, Bombay
- MS (General Surgery) from Bombay University, Seth G. S. Medical College & associated K. E. M. Hospital, Bombay
- FRCS from Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Bedford General Hospital, Bedford, UK
- FICS from the International College of Surgeons
- FRCS (Eng) from the Royal College of Surgeons of England
Memberships of Dr. Anil Sharma
- President, Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS)
- Examiner & Overseas Clinical Tutor, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
- Vice President, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
- Examiner, Royal College of Surgeons of England.
- International Advisory Board, Hernia journal.
- Associate Editor, Indian Journal of Surgery (IJS)
- Accredited Faculty & Examiner for National Board of Examinations (India) for the Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery.
- Founder & Director, Basic Medical Writing Course for Surgeons
- Life member of International Federation of Societies for Obesity (IFSO) and Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
- Life member of Society of Endoscopic & Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA).
- Life member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (SAGES)
- Life member of Hernia Society of India (National Chapter of APHS).
- Life member of Association of Surgeons of India (ASI).
- Life member of Indian Medical Association (IMA).
- Member of British Surgical Stapling Group (BSSG), 1991-1993.
Awards & Recognitions received by Dr. Anil Sharma
- Accredited faculty, National Board of Examinations for a post-doctoral fellowship in Minimal access surgery.
- Examiner and Overseas Clinical tutor, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- Examiner, Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Vice President, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES).
- Associate Editor, Indian Journal of Surgery, the official publication of the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI).
- Course Founder and Director, Basic Medical Writing Course An introductory course in scientific medical writing and presentation for clinicians.
- Course co-director – Training courses in Minimal Access & Bariatric Surgery, Max Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi
- Course co-director – Training courses in Hernia Repair and Bariatric Surgery, Professional Affairs & Clinical Education (PACE, Covidien Inc, USA)
- Faculty member, Ethicon Institute of Surgical education (EISE), New Delhi.
- Faculty member, Covidien Center of Innovation India