Dr Abrar Ahmed

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.

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

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.