Designation of Dr. Jaisom Chopra
Dr. Jaisom Chopra
Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon
Senior Consultant – Vascular Surgery
Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Jaisom Chopra
- Dr. Jaisom Chopra is a highly skilled and accomplished vascular surgeon, widely recognized as one of the top specialists in Delhi.
- With over three decades of experience, Dr. Chopra’s expertise spans both domestic and international practice, making him a leading figure in his field.
- He currently practices at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi and also serves as a visiting consultant in multiple states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Haryana.
- Dr. Chopra’s practice encompasses a wide range of vascular surgeries, including leg bypasses, occlusive disease management, arterial and venous diseases, diabetic foot care, and dialysis access.
- Dr. Chopra began his medical journey with graduation and post-graduation in India, before pursuing advanced training in the United Kingdom.
- Later, he completed his Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.
- His extensive international experience includes a decade of work in renowned teaching hospitals across England and a role as a consultant in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, where he further honed his skills.
- Returning to India in 1998 with a vision to advance vascular surgery, Dr. Chopra has significantly contributed to the field.
- He is a respected member of the Vascular Society of India and holds a life membership with the Medical Council of India. Notably, he was a former Trustee of the Bahl Skin Institute.
- His expertise has been showcased at various international conferences, including presentations on esophageal erosion and endovascular techniques in Johannesburg and the UK.
- Beyond his clinical and academic achievements, Dr. Chopra is deeply committed to social causes. He actively supports charitable initiatives, including Arpana Hospital in Madhuban and Karnal, where he provides free and high-quality vascular care to underprivileged individuals.
- He has also guided numerous DNB candidates on topics such as laser techniques for varicose veins, comparisons of conventional techniques, and arterial bypass versus stenting.
Dr. Jaisom Chopra’s Expertise
- Laser Varicose Surgery
- Bypass Surgery for the Salvage of Limbs in Diabetic Patients
- Leg Bypasses
- Occlusive Disease
- Arterial Disease
- Venous Diseases
- Diabetic Foot and Dialysis Access
Work Experience of Dr. Jaisom Chopra
- Senior Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (Present)
- Senior Consultant, Apollo Spectra Hospital, New Delhi
- Senior Consultant, Aakash Hospital
- Consultant, Batra Hospital & Medical Research Centre, New Delhi
- Consultant in Vascular Surgery in Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Dr. Jaisom Chopra’s Qualifications
- MBBS from Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh in 1976
- MS (General Surgery) from Aligarh Muslim University in 1981
- FRCS (General Surgery – Vascular) from Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSE), UK in 1985
Memberships of Dr. Jaisom Chopra
- Medical Council of India (MCI)
- Delhi Medical Council
- Vascular Society of India
Publications of Dr. Jaisom Chopra
- A comparative study of Doppler vasospasm and angiography in the initial assessment of Claudication. Cowthorn SJ, Chopra J, Cox MI, Gregory MA, Gompels BM, MacFarland RJ
- Doppler spectrum analysis (vasospasm) in the diagnosis and follow-up of patients undergoing angioplasty. MacFarland RJ, Chopra J, Cowthorn SJ, Cox MI
- Closure of external pancreatic fistula by endostatin or oral pancreatic enzymes.
- The value of Dopper Spectrum Analysis in the follow-up of femoral-distal grafts in patients with peripheral vascular disease. Cowthorn SJ, Chopra J, MacFarland RJ
- Battery Acid ingestion – a retrospective study of 125 patients. Chopra J, Hameed MF, Pillay SS South African Surgeons Association Journal – August 1995
- Deep vein thrombosis – A universal problem Chopra J IMA New Delhi Branch – November 1997
- Several articles in newspapers and Hospital Journal on peripheral vascular disease.