Dr. Kapil Kochhar is a distinguished General, Minimal Access & Bariatric Surgeon with nearly 35 years of clinical practice and leadership in both open and laparoscopic surgery. As Head of General Surgery (Unit II) at Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, he has performed over 10,000 minimally invasive procedures, including advanced gastrointestinal, bariatric, gynecological, and cancer surgeries. Dr. Kochhar is known internationally for pioneering laparoscopic training in remote regions and for his commitment to expanding access to minimally invasive techniques globally.
- Nearly 35 years of surgical excellence in general, bariatric, and laparoscopic surgery
- Extensive leadership and training roles in laparoscopic surgery education
- International exposure with observerships at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York and Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London
- Led surgical camps in Nigeria, Malawi, Congo, Afghanistan, and across India to promote laparoscopic surgery
- Awarded the Chikitsak Rattan Award by IMA South Delhi Branch for excellence in healthcare (2022)
- Trusted by patients globally for safe surgery and rapid recovery
Education Background:
- MBBS – Maulana Azad Medical College, University of Delhi
- MS (General Surgery) – Maulana Azad Medical College & Associated Lok Nayak Hospital, University of Delhi
Awards & Accolades:
- IMA South Delhi Branch’s Chikitsak Rattan Award (2022) for distinguished service to society and profession
- Invited faculty at Johnson & Johnson Hernia Academy and National Board surgical training programs
- Presenter of surgical research at national/international conferences, including a publication in World Journal of Surgery (2000)
- Known for leadership in charitable surgical camps and mentoring young surgeons across India and beyond
Dr. Kochhar specializes in General Surgery, Minimal Access Laparoscopic Surgery, and Bariatric Surgery. His areas include gastrointestinal, endocrine, gynecologic, oncologic, and hernia surgeries performed with minimally invasive techniques.
Medical Problems Treated by Doctor
- Gallbladder stones, gastrointestinal disorders, and appendicitis
- Hernias (inguinal, ventral, incisional, redo hernia)
- Obesity and metabolic syndrome requiring bariatric intervention
- Varicose veins, pilonidal sinus, fissure, and fistula
- Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
- Urological conditions including kidney stones and genital surgeries
- Breast lumps, benign tumors, and endocrine surgeries
- Trauma-related abdominal injuries and emergency general surgery
- Gynecologic conditions including fibroids, ovarian cysts, and prolapse by laparoscopy
Medical Procedures Performed by Doctor
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and bariatric procedures
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repair, appendectomy, and colorectal surgeries
- Laser treatments for piles, fistula, pilonidal sinus, and varicose veins
- Complex endocrine surgeries — thyroidectomy, adrenalectomy
- Gynecologic laparoscopy — hysterectomy, myomectomy, ovarian cystectomy, infertility procedures
- Urological laparoscopic interventions — nephrectomy, pyelolithotomy, varicocele surgery
- Trauma surgeries — splenectomy, stoma formation, abdominal wall reconstructions
- Minor soft tissue procedures — lump excision, abscess drainage
- Gallbladder stones, gastrointestinal disorders, and appendicitis
- Hernias (inguinal, ventral, incisional, redo hernia)
- Obesity and metabolic syndrome requiring bariatric intervention
- Varicose veins, pilonidal sinus, fissure, and fistula
- Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
- Urological conditions including kidney stones and genital surgeries
- Breast lumps, benign tumors, and endocrine surgeries
- Trauma-related abdominal injuries and emergency general surgery
- Gynecologic conditions including fibroids, ovarian cysts, and prolapse by laparoscopy
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and bariatric procedures
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repair, appendectomy, and colorectal surgeries
- Laser treatments for piles, fistula, pilonidal sinus, and varicose veins
- Complex endocrine surgeries — thyroidectomy, adrenalectomy
- Gynecologic laparoscopy — hysterectomy, myomectomy, ovarian cystectomy, infertility procedures
- Urological laparoscopic interventions — nephrectomy, pyelolithotomy, varicocele surgery
- Trauma surgeries — splenectomy, stoma formation, abdominal wall reconstructions
- Minor soft tissue procedures — lump excision, abscess drainage