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Dr Lt Gen Velu Nair

Haematology & Bone Marrow Transplant

MBBS, MD (Med.), FRCP, FACP, FAMS, FICP, FIACM, FUICC, FISHTM

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January 1, 1988

Top Areas of Expertise

  • Diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders
  • Bone marrow transplantation
  • Chemotherapy for blood cancers

Top Treatments Offered

  • Treatment for anaemia
  • Treatment for bleeding disorders
  • Treatment for blood cancers
  • Treatment for clotting disorders

About Dr Lt Gen Velu Nair

Dr. Velu Nair is a distinguished Haematologist at Apollo Hospitals Gandhinagar in Ahmedabad. He has over 36 years of invaluable experience in the field, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of blood disorders, including anaemia, bleeding disorders, blood cancers, and clotting disorders. Dr. Nair is renowned for his exceptional proficiency and commitment to precision, employing state-of-the-art techniques for diagnosis and crafting personalized treatment plans. His approach to medicine is holistic, encompassing advanced therapies such as bone marrow transplantation and chemotherapy, particularly in complex cases of blood cancer.

Educational Qualifications:

  • MBBS – Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (1977)
  • MD (Medicine) – AFMC, Pune (1987)
  • Post Doctoral Fellowship in Haematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation from:
  • Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore
  • King’s College & Hospital, London
  • Stanford Medical Centre and Stanford University, USA

Professional Experience:

  • Group Head – Medical Services & Chief Consultant – Haematology & Bone Marrow Transplant: Apollo Cancer Centre, Ahmedabad.
  • Leading the haematology and bone marrow transplant department, providing expert care in various haematological disorders and transplant procedures.
  • Established the first Department of Clinical Haematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation in Army Hospital (Research & Referral), Delhi.
  • Over 25 years of teaching experience in Medicine & Haematology; recognized examiner for MBBS, MD & DNB (Medicine), DM (Clinical Haematology), and PhD in various universities in India.

Notable Achievements:

  • Awarded the President's Gold Medal and Kalinga Trophy for Best All-round Student in MBBS.
  • Recipient of multiple military awards for distinguished services, including:
  • Chief of the Army Commendation Card (four times)
  • Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) in 2005 and VSM and Bar in 2008 by the President of India
  • Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) in 2011 by the President of India
  • Published over 252 articles in international and national journals and books.
  • Presented papers and orations in over 225 national and international conferences; guest speaker at over 100 conferences.

Professional Memberships:

  • Member of the Asia Pacific Bone Marrow Transplant Group (APBMT); representative in the World Bone Marrow Transplant Group (WBMT) for the Nuclear Accident Management Standing Committee.
  • Chair of the Scientific Advisory Committee, National Institute of Virology, Pune.
  • Chair of the Scientific Advisory Committee, National Institute of Immunohaematology, Mumbai.
  • Member of various committees in DBT, ICMR, NABH, and DRDO.

Fellowships:

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)
  • Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP)
  • Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS)
  • Fellow of the Indian College of Physicians (FICP)
  • Fellow of the Indian Association of Clinical Medicine (FIACM)
  • Fellow of the American College of Angiology (FACA)
  • Fellow of the Union for International Cancer Control (FUICC)
  • Fellow of the International Society of Haematology and Transfusion Medicine (FISHTM)
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samuel karema

The Best Hospital for Cancer Patients in the world. From first hand Experience from The Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) unit under the Leadership of Senior Consultant Hemato Oncologist Lt, (Gen) Prof, Dr Velu Nair. Dr Vijay, Dr Sandip, the Head Nurse Sister Upasana, and the entire team. Great work both pre and post transplant.
Most safe and secure Stem Cell Collection procedure under strict supervision and care of the best team. Professionalism and understanding of procedures just the best.
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I came to apollo hospital Bhat Gandhinagar at emergency department with my daughter as she has high grade fever and allergies. Emergency team attend promptly. My daughter shifted to in ICU and today I came to say special thanks to all team members all nurses , all doctors, all operations team. Thanks dr Sanjay shah and team for excellent team and care. All treatments started before admission which was appreciated. Excellent service.

Parshiv Shah

Our time at Apollo International in Ahmedabad was marked by exemplary service and compassionate care. The staff's dedication to patient care was evident right from the start. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Chirag Desai and his team who took the time to thoroughly explain my father's condition and treatment options, demonstrating not only expertise but also a genuine concern for his well-being. Thank you to the entire Crown Wing team for making the entire process smooth and stress free.

Patel Chandubhai

I came to Apollo hospitals gandhinagar emergency department with complaint of road traffic accident with right proximal humerus fracture on 02nd oct 2024, the team emergency department attended me promptly and started all procedures like vitals, observation, ECG etc. within 5 to 10 minutes all was done and Dr Sanjay Shah advised x-ray, CT scan and after getting done all reports he advised admission for further treatment and management. I was discharged from ward on 07th oct  and Today I came for followup. I was so happy with advised given by Dr Sanjay Shah, I got excellent result of humerus orif and BG surgery.  Thankyou so much Dr Sanjay Shah and team mr kamlesh, Neha sister, darshan brother, Krishna sister and emergency desk Baldev, Dr sanket, Dr Vasu and all team members of ward. It was an excellent experience of Apollo hospitals. I definitely recommend to others for the same.

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