Dr N Sekar

Dr. N. Sekar is a pioneer in vascular surgery, being the first in India to qualify with an MCh in Vascular Surgery. He introduced endovascular surgery to Tamil Nadu and has trained nearly all active vascular surgeons in the state. He has performed one of the highest numbers of diabetic limb salvage surgeries in the country and has held leadership roles in shaping vascular surgery training and governance.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS – JIPMER, Pondicherry
• MS (General Surgery) – PGIMER, Chandigarh
• MCh (Vascular Surgery) – Madras Medical College
• Fellowships: Mayo Clinic (USA), Royal Perth Hospital (Australia)
• Fellow of International College of Surgeons (FICS), FRCS (Glasgow), Honorary DSc from Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University
• DSc (Hon. Causa) – TN MGR Medical University
• MNAMS – Member of National Academy of Medical Sciences

Professional Memberships:

• Founder Member and Past President of the Vascular Society of India
• Member of the European Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• Member of the Society for Vascular Surgery – USA
• Member of the Venous Association of India
• Fellow of the International College of Surgeons
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons – Glasgow
• Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences
• Member of the Diabetic Foot Society of India

Articles:

• Diabetes and Peripheral Vascular Disease
• COVID-19 Vaccine and Clots: Should We Be Afraid?

Video presentations:

• What is Vascular Surgery? — An introductory explanation of what vascular surgery entails and common vascular diseases.
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• Vascular Complications and Varicose Veins — Insights into varicose veins and related vascular complications.
  
• Thrombosis and COVID-19 — Dr. Sekar discusses how COVID-19 can lead to thrombosis and its vascular implications.
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• What is a Vascular Surgeon? And Varicose veins — Explores the role of a vascular surgeon and specifics about varicose veins.
  
• Simple Tests to Detect Artery Problems Early in Diabetics — A short educational video explaining early detection methods for artery issues in diabetic patients.
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• Video Talk on Diabetic Foot (Stroke Awareness Program) — Dr. Sekar delivers a patient awareness talk on the urgency of addressing diabetic foot complications.
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