Dr. Anurag Krishna

Overview

Dr. Anurag Krishna is a highly respected leader in paediatrics and paediatric surgery, with over 40 years of clinical, academic, and administrative excellence. Renowned for his pioneering work in paediatric laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery, he has played a transformative role in advancing child and neonatal healthcare in India. With a strong foundation in international training and research, Dr. Krishna combines clinical expertise with visionary leadership. As the Chairman – Paediatrics at Max Healthcare, he has been instrumental in strengthening healthcare governance, integrating digital innovations, and promoting patient-centred care. He is widely trusted by parents and peers alike for his compassionate approach, ethical practice, and commitment to delivering world-class treatment to infants and children.

• ✔40+ years of clinical, academic, and administrative experience
• ✔Chairman – Paediatrics & Paediatric Surgery, Max Healthcare
• ✔Pioneer in paediatric laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery
• ✔Expertise in paediatric urology and neonatal surgery
• ✔Strong international training and research background
• ✔Leader in healthcare governance and digital innovation
• ✔Patient-centred and ethical approach to child healthcare

Detailed Experience

Dr. Anurag Krishna has more than four decades of experience in paediatrics, paediatric surgery, and paediatric urology. He has held senior leadership positions at leading healthcare institutions and has contributed significantly to the development of paediatric surgical services in India. His expertise includes minimally invasive paediatric surgery, neonatal surgery, paediatric urology, and clinical governance. He has also played a key role in implementing healthcare quality frameworks and digital healthcare systems.

• ✔Chairman – Paediatrics & Paediatric Surgery, Max Healthcare
• ✔Director – Paediatrics & Paediatric Surgery, Max Healthcare (2009–Present)
• ✔Former Chairman – Department of Paediatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
• ✔Faculty Member – University College of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi
• ✔First Clinical Director – Max Healthcare (2012)
• ✔Led implementation of Clinical Governance, Credentialing, and Data Analytics Frameworks
• ✔Key contributor in transition to Computerised Patient Record System

Qualifications

• ✔MBBS – All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
• ✔MS (General Surgery) – AIIMS, New Delhi
• ✔M.Ch (Paediatric Surgery) – AIIMS, New Delhi
• ✔British Government Technical Cooperation Training Programme Fellowship – Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, UK

Clinical Focus

• ✔Paediatric Laparoscopic Surgery
• ✔Paediatric Urology
• ✔Hydronephrosis Management
• ✔Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
• ✔Hypospadias Repair
• ✔Neonatal Surgery
• ✔Endoscopic Procedures
• ✔Bronchoscopy
• ✔Cystourethroscopy
• ✔Minimally Invasive Paediatric Surgery
• ✔Congenital Anomaly Management
• ✔Advanced Neonatal Surgical Care

Research & Publications

• ✔Author of over 60 scientific publications in national and international medical journals
• ✔Contributor to multiple textbook chapters in paediatric surgery and urology
• ✔Active participant in clinical research and medical education