Know Your Doctors - Obesity Surgery India

Dr. Abhay Agrawal

MS, FMAS, FMBS (Bariatric & Metabolic, USA), FALS,
FIAGES, FAIS, FRS(Robotic surgery),
(Laparoscopic Bariatric & Robotic Surgeon), FCLS

Meet Dr. Abhay Agrawal: India’s Leading Bariatric & Laparoscopic Surgeon

Dr. Abhay Agrawal is one of India’s most respected and experienced specialists in bariatric surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and diabetes surgery. With a surgical career spanning over three decades and more than 7,500 bariatric procedures to his name, Dr. Agrawal is widely recognized as a pioneer in the field of advanced weight loss surgery.

A Pioneer in Bariatric Surgery in India

Dr. Agrawal was among the first surgeons in Mumbai to perform Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy back in 2002, when bariatric surgery was still in its infancy in India. Since then, he has helped thousands of patients overcome obesity, type 2 diabetes, and related conditions such as hypertension and high cholesterol.

Today, he ranks among the top 5 bariatric surgeons in India based on the total number of successful surgeries performed.

Expertise Across All Major Bariatric Procedures

Dr. Agrawal is a master of all advanced bariatric procedures, including:

Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB)
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Ileal Transposition (Laparoscopic Diabetes Surgery)

He is one of only two surgeons in India to routinely perform Ileal Transposition, a cutting-edge procedure that helps non-obese patients with type 2 diabetes achieve remission without lifelong medication. This surgery modifies the digestive tract to reduce glucose absorption and improve metabolic health.

Over 35,000 Laparoscopic Surgeries Performed

Since beginning his journey in laparoscopic surgery in 1995, Dr. Agrawal has completed more than 25,000 minimally invasive procedures, covering both basic and complex operations. At the time he began, fewer than 1% of Indian surgeons had laparoscopy experience—he was truly ahead of his time.

International Recognition & Accreditation

Dr. Agrawal is one of the very few surgeons in the world to receive the prestigious title of International Surgeon of Excellence from the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), USA. This global accreditation followed a comprehensive audit of patient outcomes, surgical safety, and procedural success rates.

Global Educator and Speaker

An acclaimed academic and educator, Dr. Agrawal regularly trains surgeons across India and abroad. He is frequently invited to speak and present scientific papers at international conferences in countries such as the UK, Germany, Austria, China, and the USA.

In 2008, he was one of only four Indian surgeons invited to present his work at the Asia Pacific Obesity Conclave in Shanghai, a testament to his deep expertise in bariatric and metabolic surgery.

He also actively contributes to national and international medical journals and is often seen as a speaker, panelist, or delegate at leading workshops and medical summits.

Advanced Training from the World’s Best

Dr. Agrawal completed advanced fellowships in bariatric and robotic surgery from top global institutions:

Cleveland Clinic, USA (under Dr. Raul Rosenthal)
Clinique de Savegarde, Lyon, France – the world’s leading bariatric center
Training under global pioneers such as Prof. A. Cuschieri (UK), Prof. Jacques Perissat & Dr. Jean-Louis Dulucq (France), and Dr. Michel Gagner (USA)

He also holds a Diploma in Hospital Administration from the prestigious Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad.

Leading by Example

Beyond the operating room, Dr. Agrawal embodies the lifestyle he promotes. His personal commitment to healthy eating, fitness, and regular exercise makes him a role model for patients undergoing weight loss surgery and striving for a healthier future.

Your Journey Starts with a Trusted Expert

If you’re struggling with obesity, uncontrolled diabetes, or high blood pressure, and considering bariatric surgery as a solution, you couldn’t be in safer hands than with Dr. Abhay Agrawal.

📞 Book a consultation today to take the first step toward a healthier, more empowered life.

Dr. Saumya Agrawal

Bariatric Coordinator

Dr. Saumya Agrawal – Patient Care Expert in Bariatric Surgery & Lifestyle Management

Dr. Saumya Agrawal plays a vital role in supporting patients throughout their bariatric surgery journey—from the first consultation to long-term follow-up. As a dedicated care coordinator and patient counselor, she helps individuals make the crucial lifestyle changes required before and after weight loss surgery.

Her focus is on guiding patients through the emotional, physical, and practical aspects of recovery, ensuring long-term success in areas such as:

Sustainable fat loss
Improved nutrition and portion control
Managing expectations post-surgery
Staying motivated and informed through follow-up care

A Unique Perspective: From Patient to Caregiver

What sets Dr. Saumya apart is her personal experience with bariatric surgery. Having undergone a Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy herself—performed by Dr. Abhay Agrawal—she brings a deeply empathetic and relatable approach to patient care. Her own transformation journey and successful weight loss make her uniquely qualified to support and inspire those starting theirs.

Empowering Patients Through Support & Education

Dr. Saumya is instrumental in organizing support group rendezvous, where both new and experienced patients share their journeys, challenges, and victories. These group sessions foster community, encouragement, and accountability—crucial factors in sustaining results after bariatric surgery.

She also helps coordinate all aspects of preoperative and postoperative care, ensuring that each patient receives:

Personalized counseling
Educational resources for healthy eating and exercise
Motivation to stay on track toward their weight loss goals

Committed to Long-Term Health and Success

With a deep understanding of both the medical and emotional dimensions of obesity surgery, Dr. Saumya provides the guidance patients need to not only lose weight—but to keep it off. Her mission is to empower individuals to take charge of their health, manage associated conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, and embrace a new way of living.

📞 Looking for support through your bariatric journey?
Talk to someone who’s been through it—and now helps others succeed every day.
Reach out to Dr. Saumya Agrawal today.

Mrs. Swati Dhingra Chawla

Dietician

Mrs. Swati Dhingra Chawla, a Postgraduate in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics and a Certified Yoga Trainer has 7 years of broad expertise working in the field of nutrition & dietetics in all aspects of nutritional counselling, health care and medical nutrition management. She has handled patients from new-born to old age and excels at her counselling skills.
Her objective is to invest the best of her knowledge and experience which play an important role in improving the standards of health care. She has been reshaping lives with practical and easy to follow nutritional plans.

She brings great enthusiasm about nutrition whether leading group classes or providing one-on-one counselling to clients regarding weight loss, meal planning, disease prevention and management and nutrition education providing with recommendations for food choices, portion sizes and eating behaviours and ensuring that you maintain a nutritious diet specific to your health. She is qualified to give dietary advice for acidity, anaemia, arthritis, Bariatric surgery, cancer, diabetes, gall stones, gastric diseases, gout, hair and skin problems, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease, menopause, osteoporosis, pregnancy, surgery, weight gain, weight loss, all kinds of medical conditions etc.

Providing nutrition services in a convenient manner as per patients comfort, making use of digital technology, so that patients can get the care they need at the tip of their fingers and without having to take time off from work. She has been actively involved in organizing and conducting nutrition educational seminars for parents of preschool, school children, conducting theme based corporate health camps and diet consultations. She has expertise in handling cancer paediatric nutrition too. Also, due to her passion towards the science of nutrition, she loves to write articles and blogs disseminating nutrition and health education to the society.

Her motto in life is: – “Eat well, live well, Stay fit & healthy”.

Work Experience:-

Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd., 2.5 years
Tata memorial Hospital, 3 years
Hinduja Hospital , 4 months

Qualification:-

MSc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Certified Yoga Trainer, Yoga Institute, Santa Cruz,Mumbai
Currently pursuing MD. Alternative medicine