Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Therapeutic Endoscopy
Dr. Ajay Kumar is one of India’s most decorated gastroenterologists. His name is synonymous with the establishment of modern endoscopy departments across the country’s premier medical institutions.
National Authority: Before his current leadership role at BLK-Max, he held key positions at Indraprastha Apollo, Moolchand, and Fortis Escorts, where he was instrumental in setting up tertiary care gastroenterology services.
Award-Winning Clinician: He was conferred the Dr. B.C. Roy National Award by the President of India in 2008—the highest medical honor in the country—for his outstanding contributions to healthcare.
Global Recognition: He is an international authority in Therapeutic Endoscopy, having served on the editorial board of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the official journal of the American Society of GI Endoscopy (ASGE).
Patient-First Philosophy: Known for his soft-spoken and confident demeanor, Dr. Kumar is highly sought after by international patients for “second opinions” on chronic digestive issues, prioritizing evidence-based and holistic care over unnecessary tests.
Dr. Kumar specializes in the medical management of the entire digestive tract, with a focus on minimally invasive “keyhole” endoscopic solutions.
Biliary & Pancreatic Diseases: Including complex Gallstones, Pancreatitis, and Bile Duct obstructions.
Chronic Liver Diseases: Cirrhosis, Fatty Liver (NAFLD/NASH), Jaundice, and Hepatitis B & C.
Luminal Disorders: Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Acid Reflux (GERD).
GI Oncology: Early-stage diagnosis and management of Stomach, Colon, and Esophageal cancers.
Chairman & HOD: Institute for Digestive & Liver Diseases, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (Present).
Chairman: Fortis Escorts Liver and Digestive Diseases Institute.
Executive Director: Fortis Escorts Liver and Digestive Diseases Institute.
Founding Gastroenterologist: Moolchand Hospital, New Delhi (Established the therapeutic endoscopy department).
Senior Consultant: Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (Developed it into a key referral center for Hepatology).
MBBS: Punjab University, Chandigarh (1980).
MD (General Medicine): Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh (1984).
DM (Gastroenterology): University of Delhi (1987).
Fellowship: Therapeutic Endoscopy, University Hospital, Hamburg, Germany.
FRCP (Glasgow): Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, Glasgow.
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