Dr. Abhijit Whatkar is a distinguished General and Laparoscopic Surgeon with over 12 years of experience in the medical field.

His educational background includes:

• MBBS and DNB in General Surgery.
• Fellowships in Minimal Access Surgery (FMAS), Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery (FALS), and Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons (FIAGES).
• He also holds a Fellowship in General Surgery (FCPS) and a Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery (DMAS).

Professional Experience

Dr. Whatkar has extensive experience in various aspects of surgery.

• He specializes in laparoscopic and gastrointestinal surgeries, demonstrating expertise in minimally invasive procedures.
• His experience also spans trauma and burns care.
• Expertise in Robotic surgeries.
• Have delivered many lectures at different conferences throughout India as FACULTY.

Professional Affiliations

Dr. Whatkar is an esteemed member of several professional organizations, including:

• The Maharashtra Medical Council.
• The Association of Surgeons of India (ASI).
• The World Laparoscopy Institute.
• Poona surgical society. 
• Indian Medical Association, Pune. 
• National board of examination.

He serves as a Senior Consultant at Noble Hospital in Hadapsar and is also a Panel Consultant in Surgery at Ruby Hall Clinic and other prominent hospitals.

Achievements and Contributions

• Among Dr. Whatkar’s significant achievements is his successful treatment of a rare intestinal cancer, making him the 29th surgeon in the world to achieve this.
• Dr. Whatkar is recognized for his mastery in laparoscopic surgeries, particularly hernia repairs, using various mesh techniques.
• Dr. Whatkar is also a respected educator, serving as a Course Director for basic laparoscopic training.
• Winner of 3 gold medals during post-graduate days.
• Executive committee member in Poona Surgical Society. 
• Researcher in Critical surgical illness. 
• Affiliation with research teams of UAE, CANADA, and EGYPT.