M.B.B.S., M.S. (Orthopaedics), FCPS, Dip. S.I.C.O.T.
20+ years
Dr. Vaibhav Bagaria is the Director of Orthopaedics, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre. Dr. Bagaria completed his M.B.B.S. from Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur—during which he received three gold medals—followed by M.S. (Orthopaedics) at the prestigious KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
Dr. Bagaria is a globally recognised thought leader, academician, and educator and is considered a pioneer in Robotic Knee Replacement—in India—Artificial Intelligence, Cartilage Regeneration, Knee Biomechanics, and 3D printing. His patented technique for converting DICOM images to 3D-printable format is widely used in orthopaedics today. Dr. Bagaria’s interest in regenerative medicine and allografts led him to incubate India’s first private tissue bank in Mumbai. A firm believer in innovating with collaboration, he has facilitated numerous associations between engineering colleges, medical institutions and industry to translate research to the clinical arena.
He has several awards, distinctions, papers, and publications to his credit, including books and book chapters. Dr. Bagaria was chosen to solely represent the medical community in the Beijing Olympic Torch Relay held in India in 2008. He is the first Indian to top the international S.I.C.O.T. Diploma examination and amongst the select few to be invited as plenary speaker in S.I.C.O.T. Congress. His research currently focuses on Robotics, specifically optimising the technology in arthroplasty and enabling its rational use across the world. With an active academic engagement and as a Teacher for the National Board of Examinations, Dr. Bagaria continues to mentor numerous graduate students, orthopaedic residents, and fellows with enthusiasm and passion.
M.B.B.S., M.D., D.N.B., European Diploma of Adult Respiratory Medicine
More than 11 years of experience in Pulmonary Medicine
Dr. Unmil Shah is consultant at the Pulmonary Medicine Department, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.
Dr. Shah completed his M.B.B.S. with distinctions in Pharmacology, Microbiology and Paediatrics. After obtaining his M.D., he received training in Interventional Pulmonology at Ancona, Italy in 2013. Prior to that, he worked as a Senior Registrar at LTMMC & LTMGH in Sion, Mumbai. He then continued a Senior Registrar at Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, where he also served as an assistant professor. He then worked as a Pulmonologist in Global Hospital, Mumbai.
He has more than 11 years of experience in pulmonary medicine. He has more than 10 publications in several prestigious journals and has presented in several national and international conferences. He is a member of Member of Indian Association of Bronchology (IAB), European Respiratory Society (ERS), World Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (WABIP), and Indian Chest Society (ICS).
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M.B.B.S., M.Ch. (Neurosurgery)
More than three decades of proficient experience in the field of Paediatric Neurosurgery
Dr. Uday Andar is a Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon at the Department of Neurosurgery, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.
He completed his M.B.B.S. from University of Bombay in 1980, followed by M.Ch. (Paediatric Neurosurgery) in 1985. Dr. Andar has been a part of several renowned institutions such as the KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Newcastle General Hospital & Regional Neurosciences Center, UK, Addenbrookes Hospital & Regional Neurosciences Center, UK, Hospital for Children, London, UK, and National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, London, UK holding various positions including honourable Clinical Director and Consultant Neurosurgeon.
Dr. Andar has been a Professor and Academic Head of Paediatric Neurosurgery at Wadia Children’s Hospital, Mumbai, since 2004. He also held the position of Visiting Professor at Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital, London, UK (2001–2011). Dr. Andar is a part of the Editorial Board of Indian Journal of Paediatric Neurosurgery and holds a lifetime membership of various medical associations including The Indian Medical Association Neurological Society of India and International Society of Paediatric Neurosurgery. He is also a research advisor to YP2D Lifesciences, India. Dr. Andar has published over 40 articles to his credit and has presented his work at several national and International conferences.
M.B.B.S., M.Sc. (Sport and Exercise Medicine), Ph.D. (Sports Medicine)
14+ years
Dr. Tvisha Parikh is a Sports and Exercise Medicine Physician in the Department of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.
She graduated from T.N. Medical College – B.Y.L. Nair Charitable Hospital, Mumbai. She then earned a Master’s in Sport & Exercise Medicine from the University of Glasgow, UK, followed by a Ph.D. in Sports Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Parikh is an AYUSH-certified Yoga Instructor, which allows her to integrate holistic practices with her expertise in allopathic medicine. Dr. Parikh did her internship at B.Y.L. Nair Charitable Hospital (Mumbai)—Medicine, Surgery, Orthopaedics, Respiratory Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, ENT, Ophthalmology—and Liverpool John Moores University (Liverpool, UK) (Sport and Exercise Science). Then she worked as a Visiting Sports Physician at Sports Science Institute of South Africa (Cape Town, South Africa). Dr. Parikh did her observership in Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation at Cleveland Clinic (Cleveland and Columbus, USA).
Dr. Parikh served as an Associate Consultant and University Lecturer in Sports & Exercise Medicine at the Centre for Sports Science and Sri Ramachandra University in Chennai for seven years. She also served as the Sports Medicine Doctor for India at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, providing care for Olympic athletes and staff throughout the duration of the event at the Olympic Village. In addition, she has been the on-field sports medicine doctor for World Tennis Association (WTA) tournaments and the England Women’s Cricket Team (during their tours in Mumbai). Dr. Parikh also provided sports medicine support for extreme endurance races (ultra-races) that involve covering distances ranging from 55 to 555 km over five days at altitudes exceeding 10,000 feet in Ladakh.
She has been invited by various national and international organisations, running groups, and community forums to deliver talks on various topics in exercise and sports medicine, such as injury prevention, knee injuries, shoulder pain, foot biomechanics, athletic assessment, marathon injuries, anti-doping, exercise, fitness and weight loss in various cities across India – Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Coimbatore, Bangalore, Goa.
Dr. Parikh focusses on comprehensive athletic care, including the prevention and treatment of illnesses and injuries, to ultimately achieve higher performance. She also treats people affected by a variety of illnesses using a combination of scientific exercises and health-promoting lifestyle changes. Dr. Parikh is passionate about combating lifestyle diseases; she believes the best way to control the current epidemic of various lifestyle diseases is to empower as many people as possible by educating and enabling individuals to take charge of their own health.
M.B.B.S., M.S. (General Surgery), M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery), D.N.B. (Plastic Surgery)
International Fellow in Microsurgery and Aesthetic Surgery (Department of Plastic Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea).
8+ years
Dr. Tushar Thorat is a Consultant in the Department of Surgical Oncology of Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre. After completing his M.B.B.S., Dr. Thorat obtained his M.S. in General Surgery (2011) and his M.Ch. in Plastic Surgery (2014) at Nair Hospital, Mumbai. He joined KEM Hospital as a Faculty and completed his D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery (2015). After gaining extensive experience in reconstructive surgery for cancer, burns, trauma, and congenital anomalies, Dr. Thorat worked as an International Fellow in Microsurgery and Aesthetic Surgery at Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul (2016).
Dr. Thorat has presented papers at national and international medical forums, taught plastic surgery residents at Seth GS Medical College and completed multiple certifications in Microsurgery, Craniofacial Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Hair Transplant, and Laser Skin Treatment.
Dr. Thorat has transformed the lives of thousands of patients with disfigured faces and body parts; he has helped such patients lead a life of hope, confidence, and dignity.
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M.B.B.S., D.G.O., D.N.B. (OBGYN), Diploma in Pelvic Endoscopy
23+ years
Dr. Trupti Mehta is the senior-most doctor (Senior IVF Consultant) in the team led by Dr. Firuza Parikh—the pioneer of assisted reproduction in India—at the Well Women Centre of Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.
After completing her post graduation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dr. Mehta obtained a Diploma in Endoscopy at Kiel and Geisson School of Endoscopy, Germany. Dr. Mehta has completed an Ultrasonography Certificate Course under the guidance of Dr. Hemant L. Shah, Head of Radiology Department at Sir H. N. Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai. She has also completed a Certification Course in Adolescent Health (England).
Out of the 23 years of experience, Dr. Mehta has worked for 21 years in Assisted Reproduction. She feels that the greatest need of today is to spread awareness about health issues, especially about issues related to fertility, among women who find it difficult to find their voice due to social stigma. She has in-depth expertise in various aspects of infertility treatment. Known as a cheerful and dynamic person with exceptional clinical skills, Dr. Mehta has been an integral part of the Well Women Centre; she has worked relentlessly towards spreading smiles among several couples wanting to fulfil their dream of parenthood; she believes that this is her greatest reward.
Dr. Mehta’s specialities include genital TB, PCOS, endometriosis, endoscopy including operative laparoscopy, hysteroscopy for infertility-related disorders.
M.B.B.S., M.D. (Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy), FIADVL
Fellowship of the Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (FIADVL)
10+ years
Dr. Trupti Agarwal is a Consultant at the Skin Health and Rejuvenation Centre of Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.
After graduating from Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Navi Mumbai in 2011, Dr. Agarwal went on to complete her M.D. in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy at Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Pune in 2014.
She did her Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL) fellowship at the Sparkle Skin & Laser Clinic, Vashi, Navi Mumbai with Dr. Satish Udare. During this fellowship, Dr. Agarwal acquired expertise in lasers and dermatological surgery.
Over the years, Dr. Agarwal has worked with various esteemed organisations, such as the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital (Mumbai), Max Super Specialty Hospital (Delhi), Cloudnine Hospital (Mumbai), and Kaya Skin Clinic & Hairline International.
Dr. Agarwal has a keen interest in research work and has authored three chapters and six journal articles. She has presented her work at various seminars.
Dr. Agarwal was recognised for her outstanding contributions as a medical professional in the field of dermatology by the Rotary Club of Western Elite in 2018.
She is certified to provide the newest anti-ageing and dermatological procedures, including skin tightening with radiofrequency and ultrasound, platelet and stem cell injections for a range of dermatological and cosmetic purposes, and laser treatments for skin pigmentation, scar removal, and skin rejuvenation. She is also trained in administering mesotherapy, body sculpting treatments, and Botox and filler injections.
M.B.B.S., M.S. (General Surgery), M.Ch. (Neurosurgery)
Fellowship in Neurosurgery (Division of Neurological Surgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona, USA)
Dr. Trimurti D Nadkarni has been a Consultant at the Department of Neurosurgery, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre since 1991.
Dr. Nadkarni is also a Professor at the Department of Neurosurgery, KEM Hospital and Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai. Dr. Nadkarni holds the record for successfully excising a brain tumour weighing 1380 grams, which is amongst the largest brain tumours reported in literature. He is a Postgraduate Teacher and Examiner for M.Ch.(Neurosurgery), at the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. He has been involved in teaching and training several neurosurgery postgraduate students.
Dr. Nadkarni has more than 100 publications in peer-reviewed national and international journals and has authored several book chapters in neurosurgery textbooks. Dr. Nadkarni is the Associate Editor of International Journal of Neurosurgery & Neurology.
B.S. Honors Biology, M.S. (Physiology)
Dr. Thais Aliabadi is a Practicing Gynaecologist in Los Angeles since 2002. She serves as an Official Gynaecologist for several royal families and many celebrities. Dr. Aliabadi often appears as a Subject Matter Expert on TV shows, such as The Doctors, Dr. Phil, Paula Zahn and Mr. And Mrs., and is affectionately known as Dr. A on The Kardashians.
Dr. Aliabadi graduated summa cum laude from Georgetown University School of Medicine, where she was a member of the Alpha Omega Medical Honor Society. She completed her internship and residency training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center.
In 2014, Dr. Aliabadi intensified her focus on overweight and obese patients and patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She created Trimly, a personalised weight-loss treatment that brings effective and lasting changes to people who have been struggling with a spectrum of weight and PCOS issues. She has made it her mission to help patients achieve a healthier lifestyle, gain confidence, and avert future health issues.
Dr. Aliabadi’s patients have experienced life-changing improvements with her treatment. After years of struggling, these patients are finally experiencing the life they have always wanted and report that they feel healthy and ready to take on new challenges. For them, Dr. Aliabadi’s treatment is more than just about losing weight, it’s about becoming their best selves.
M.B.B.S., M.D. (Anaesthesiology), FRCA
Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA)
15+ years
Dr. Tapas Mandal is a Consultant at the Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.
After completing his M.B.B.S., Dr. Mandal completed his M.D. (Anaesthesia) from B.Y.L. Nair Hospital and Topiwala National Medical College. Subsequently, he went to England for 5 years, where he worked at leading hospitals in London. He also worked at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge University. There, he gained further experience in abdominal solid organ transplants and thoracic, upper gastrointestinal tract, and hepato-pancreatic biliary surgeries. He also gained expertise in managing high-risk pregnancies, administering regional anaesthesia, and implementing perioperative care and Enhanced Recovery Protocols to improve surgical outcomes.
Dr. Mandal became a Fellow of the prestigious Royal College of Anaesthetists, UK in 2013. He completed certified training courses in emergency and life-saving procedures, awarded by the Resuscitation Council UK; these includeALS, EPLS, and ATLS certifications.
Dr. Mandal is a member of the International Liver Transplant Society. He has a keen interest in academics and advancing research in the field of Anaesthesiology. Dr. Mandal has a keen interest in Medical Education and Training and currently oversees academic programmes in Anaesthesia for residents and fellows at the department. He is the Faculty In-Charge for overseeing the highly regarded Onco-Anaesthesia Fellowship Programme at Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital. Dr. Mandal has presented numerous papers and posters at various prestigious conferences and has several publications in peer-reviewed journals. Additionally, Dr. Mandal has served as Invited Faculty at many national conferences. He also serves as a reviewer for the Indian Journal of Anaesthesia (IJA) and the Journal of Oncoanaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine (JOAPM).