Dr Kumud Rai

Dr. (Col) Kumud Rai is one of India’s most respected vascular and endovascular surgeons with over four decades of experience. Currently serving as Principal Director of Vascular Surgery at Max Super Speciality Hospital, he has pioneered several advancements in vascular and endovascular techniques in the country. A former President of the Vascular Society of India, Dr. Rai has trained numerous vascular surgeons and led major academic initiatives in the field. His vast experience includes leadership roles at premier institutions like AFMC Pune and Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi. Renowned for his precision, innovation, and dedication, Dr. Rai is widely regarded as a pioneer in modern vascular surgery in India.

Educational Qualification:

• Vascular Surgery Training – Erasmus University Hospital, Rotterdam, Holland (1991–1993)
• MS (Surgery) – Pune University (1984)
• MBBS – Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (1978)

Professional Experience:

• Principal Director – Vascular Surgery, Max Super Speciality Hospital (2006–Present)
• Professor (Surgery & Vascular Surgery), AFMC Pune (2005–2006)
• Head, Dept. of Vascular Surgery – Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi (2000–2005)
• Vice President – International Society for Vascular Surgery (ISVS)
• Associate Professor (Surgery), AFMC Pune (1993–1997)
• Assistant Professor (Surgery), AFMC Pune (1984–1987)

Awards & Achievements:

• Sena Medal by the President of India for exemplary service during the Kargil War
• Pioneer in Vascular Surgery Award, Indovasc (2015)
• Presidential Citation Award – Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS, 2015)
• Gold Medals in Anatomy, Physiology, and Surgery – AFMC, Pune (1978)
• First Rank in MS (Surgery), Pune University (1984)

Professional Memberships:

• Society for Vascular Surgery (USA)
• European Society for Vascular Surgery
• International Society of Endovascular Specialists
• World Federation of Vascular Societies
• American College of Surgeons
• Vascular Society of India
• Venous Association of India
• Indian Association of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons
• Association of Surgeons of India