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18 Dr. A.K. Kriplani

Dr. A.K. Kriplani

Principal Director and HOD – Minimal Access, Bariatric and GI Surgery

Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram
Gurgaon, India
40+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • FALS
  • FICLS
  • FIAGES
  • FAIS
Overview:

Dr. A.K. Kriplani is a highly respected and renowned surgeon specializing in Minimal Access, Bariatric, and Gastrointestinal Surgery. With over 40 years of experience, he has trained numerous surgeons across India and neighboring countries in advanced laparoscopic techniques.

He holds the distinction of being the first surgeon in India to perform laparoscopic adrenalectomy and laparoscopic splenectomy and was also the first to perform laparoscopic Whipple’s pancreatico-duodenectomy in North India.

Dr. Kriplani has been invited as a faculty member for 534 live surgical demonstrations, guest lectures, keynote addresses, and orations at international conferences across cities like Seattle, Rome, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Tashkent, Dubai, Kathmandu, and Dhaka.

Recipient of 37 prestigious awards and honors, including the Dr. B.C. Roy National Award, he has made a remarkable impact in the field of laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. He has also been an organizing chairman for 13 national conferences and has contributed 51 scientific publications in reputed journals and books.

Conditions Treated

  • Obesity & Metabolic Disorders
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Hernia (Inguinal, Umbilical, Incisional, Hiatal)
  • Gallbladder Disorders
  • Pancreatic Disorders
  • Colorectal Conditions
  • Adrenal and Spleen Disorders

Procedures Performed

  • Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery (Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy)
  • Single-Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS)
  • Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
  • Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Surgeries
  • Laparoscopic Whipple’s Procedure
  • Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy & Splenectomy
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Onco-Surgery

Professional Memberships

  • Past President & Trustee, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
  • Governor, Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia
  • Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Life Member, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
  • Life Member, Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS)
  • Founder Member, Hernia Society of India (HSI)
  • Life Member, Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
  • Life Member, Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
  • Life Member, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)

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FAQs

Dr. Kriplani is one of the pioneers in laparoscopic surgery in India, having performed several first-of-its-kind procedures. His expertise in bariatric, gastrointestinal, and hernia surgeries, combined with over three decades of experience, makes him a highly sought-after surgeon.

Yes, Dr. Kriplani is an expert in bariatric surgery, including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and metabolic surgery, helping patients achieve significant and sustainable weight loss.

Absolutely. He has trained numerous surgeons across India and neighboring countries in laparoscopic surgery. He has also published over 50 research papers and runs a YouTube channel for surgical education.

You can book an appointment directly through Fortis Memorial Research Institute, or you can contact HOSPIDIO at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp +91-9870538337 for assistance in scheduling an appointment.