Dr Abrar Ahmed

Medical Degrees

• MBBS — Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla, 1988
• MS — Orthopaedics — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, 1996

Fellowships & Special Training

• Fellowship — Spine Surgery — AIIMS (CSIR Research Fellowship, 2001–2004)
• ICMR Research Project — Free Vascularised Bone & Joint Transfer, AIIMS (1996–1997)
• CSIR Fellowship — Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion using Titanium Cages, AIIMS (2001–2004)

Certifications & Accreditations

• IOA — Indian Orthopaedic Association
• ASSI — Association of Spine Surgeons of India
• ORS — Orthopaedic Research Society (AIIMS Chapter)
• NASS — North American Spine Society
• SCSI — Spinal Cord Society of India
• IGASS — Indian Guild of Arthroscopy & Sports Surgery

Major Conditions Treated

• Spinal Fusion (Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion — PLIF, TLIF, ALIF)
• Laminectomy & Spinal Decompression
• Microdiscectomy
• Disc Replacement Surgery (Cervical & Lumbar)
• Spinal Deformity Correction (Scoliosis, Kyphosis)
• Spinal Trauma & Fracture Management
• Spinal Tumour Surgery
• Spinal Infections (Tuberculosis of Spine)
• Total Knee Replacement
• Total Hip Replacement
• ACL / PCL Reconstruction
• Joint Replacement for Osteoarthritis

Sub-specialties

• Spine Surgery: Comprehensive spine specialist for degenerative, traumatic, deformity, and infectious conditions — among the best spine surgeons in Kolkata for complex spinal surgery.
• Joint Replacement: Expert in total knee and hip replacement arthroplasty with research-backed low complication rates — a trusted joint replacement surgeon in India.
• Spinal Instrumentation: Research-based expertise in pedicle screw placement and titanium cage-based lumbar fusion from AIIMS CSIR fellowship.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

• Spinal Fusion (PLIF, TLIF, ALIF)
• Disc Replacement (Cervical & Lumbar)
• Laminectomy & Decompression
• Microdiscectomy
• Scoliosis / Kyphosis Correction
• Total Knee Replacement
• Total Hip Replacement
• Trauma Surgery
• ACL / PCL Reconstruction

Current Affiliation

• Consultant Orthopaedic & Spine Surgeon — Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kankurgachi, Kolkata (Present); Apollo Gleneagles Medical Centre, Ballygunge, Kolkata (Present)

Past Affiliations

• Apollo Physiotherapy Pain and Laser Clinic, Newtown, Kolkata — Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (Past)
• Research Fellow — Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS New Delhi (ICMR & CSIR Projects, 1996–2004)

Academic & Research Roles

• CSIR Research Fellow — Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS New Delhi (2001–2004): Research project on posterior lumbar interbody fusion using titanium cages
• ICMR Research Associate — Free vascularised bone and joint transfer study, AIIMS (1996–1997)

Key Achievements

• Over 36 years of orthopaedic and spine surgical practice
• 94% patient recommendation rate at Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata
• Best Paper Award — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) Annual Conference, Pune, 2004
• Research-grounded expertise in pedicle screw placement accuracy and titanium cage-based fusion

National & International Awards

• Best Paper Award — ASSI Annual Conference, Pune, January 2004: 'Assessment of Pedicular Screw Placement — CT-based Evaluation of 741 Screws' (co-author)

Professional Memberships

• IOA — Indian Orthopaedic Association
• ASSI — Association of Spine Surgeons of India
• NASS — North American Spine Society
• SCSI — Spinal Cord Society of India
• ORS — Orthopaedic Research Society (AIIMS)

Published Papers (Selected)

• Ahmed A, et al. Poster: 'Assessment of Pedicular Screw Placement — CT-based Evaluation of 741 Screws.' ASSI Annual Conference, Pune, 2004 (Best Paper Award).
• Thesis: 'Evaluation of the results of total knee replacement arthroplasty in chronic knee disorder.' AIIMS, New Delhi, 1995.
• Research publications from CSIR and ICMR fellowship projects (details available on request).

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

• Titanium cage-based posterior lumbar interbody fusion outcomes
• Pedicle screw placement accuracy in spinal instrumentation
• Paediatric spinal deformity correction
• Post-traumatic spinal reconstruction

A patient with advanced L5-S1 degenerative disc disease and grade III spondylolisthesis who could not walk more than 50 metres underwent successful TLIF with pedicle screw fixation under Dr. Ahmed at Apollo Gleneagles Kolkata, regaining full mobility within three months.

A complex spinal tumour case requiring vertebral reconstruction with expandable cages was managed successfully with pre-operative embolisation and en-bloc resection under Dr. Ahmed, achieving tumour clearance and durable spinal stability.

• Surgical Precision: Patients report exceptional surgical outcomes, particularly in complex spine and joint replacement cases, with one long-term patient describing him as one of the best doctors in India.
• Honest Guidance: Reviewers appreciate Dr. Ahmed's willingness to provide clear, direct opinions about whether surgery is truly warranted, building immediate trust.
• Approachable & Reliable: Described as approachable, reliable, and consistently available for patient queries and follow-up management post-surgery.

Patient-Centred Care

Dr. Ahmed takes a conservative surgical philosophy, reserving operative intervention for cases with clear clinical indication. He invests time in explaining the diagnosis and surgical steps in accessible, non-medical terms, and involves patients fully in treatment decisions. His research background at AIIMS ensures every surgical decision is grounded in evidence.

Technology & Innovation

Dr. Ahmed uses modern spinal instrumentation including pedicle screw-rod systems, expandable titanium cages for reconstruction, and minimally invasive approaches where possible. His CSIR fellowship in PLIF and research in pedicle screw placement accuracy directly inform his surgical technique. For joint replacement, he employs computer-assisted alignment and modern implant systems for optimal long-term outcomes.

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Language Support

English and Hindi are spoken; Cancer Rounds provides certified interpreters for all major international languages on request.

Visa & Travel Assistance

Cancer Rounds provides medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Abrar Ahmed.

Virtual Consultations

Pre-travel video consultations are available through Cancer Rounds, allowing patients to share medical records and discuss treatment plans with Dr. Abrar Ahmed before travelling to India.