- Dr. Pradeep Chowbey currently serves as a senior surgeon at Max Healthcare, heading advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery programs.
- He brings with him over 45 years of rich surgical experience, marked by innovation and global recognition.
- Over the course of his career, he has successfully performed close to 98,300 surgical procedures across various specializations.
- He was the first surgeon in the Asia Pacific region to perform MAFT (Minimally Invasive Fistula Technology), a breakthrough in anorectal surgery.
- Dr. Chowbey pioneered a distinctive technique for Endoscopic Hernia Repair (TEP), which has gained widespread global acceptance and adoption.
- He also developed a novel endoscopic surgical approach for neck procedures, enhancing safety and cosmetic outcomes.
- As a mentor and educator, he has trained more than 20,000 surgeons worldwide in advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques.
- FMAS
- FALS
- FIAGES
- FACS
- FICS
- FAIS
- FIMSA
- FRCS (London)
- MNAMS
- MBBS, MS (Jabalpur Medical College)
General Surgery, Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery, Bariatric Surgery / Metabolic, Institute of Laparoscopic, Endoscopic & Bariatric Surgery, Robotic Surgery
- Gall Bladder Stones: Expert in laparoscopic removal of gall bladder stones, ensuring minimal pain and faster recovery.
- Hernia: Specializes in advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive hernia repair techniques for both simple and complex cases.
- Obesity Surgery: Performs state-of-the-art bariatric and metabolic surgeries to treat obesity and related health conditions.
- Piles: Offers painless and effective surgical solutions for hemorrhoids using the latest minimally invasive technologies.
- Fissure: Provides modern, non-traumatic treatment options for anal fissures to ensure comfort and quick healing.
- Anal Fistula: Pioneered techniques like MAFT for treating anal fistulas with high success rates and minimal discomfort.
- Appendix: Experienced in laparoscopic appendectomy procedures with reduced scarring and shorter hospital stays.
- Thyroid & Parathyroid: Skilled in precise surgical management of thyroid and parathyroid disorders with minimal complications.
- Scarless Neck Surgery: Performs innovative scarless neck surgeries for improved cosmetic and functional outcomes.
- Endoscopic Surgery: A leader in advanced endoscopic procedures, offering safe and effective treatment across multiple specialties.
Dr. Pradeep Chowbey is a globally acclaimed pioneer in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery, with over 45 years of surgical excellence. He was among the first surgeons to perform laparoscopic cholecystectomy in North India and introduced MAFT (Minimally Invasive Fistula Technology) to the Asia Pacific region. Throughout his illustrious career, he has trained more than 20,000 surgeons from across the world and has consistently contributed to the advancement of Minimal Access, Metabolic, and Bariatric Surgery in India and the broader Asian subcontinent.
As the Executive Chairman of the Max Institute of Laparoscopic, Endoscopic & Bariatric Surgery, his center was the first in India to be accredited as a Center of Excellence by the Surgical Review Corporation, USA, for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery and Hernia Surgery (2011–2014). With more than 98,300 surgeries to his credit, Dr. Chowbey has been featured in the Guinness Book of World Records (1997) and the Limca Book of Records for 20 consecutive years (2000–2020) as the leading endoscopic surgeon. He has authored over 300 scientific papers in reputed national and international journals and contributed chapters to leading surgical textbooks published by Springer, Jaypee, and Elsevier, among others.