Dr. Kartik Kulshrestha is a highly skilled Surgical Gastroenterologist and Liver Transplant Surgeon currently practicing at Apollo Adlux Hospital, Kochi. With extensive training in hepatobiliary, gastrointestinal, and transplant surgeries, he specializes in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures. He has completed fellowships in Liver Transplant and HPB Surgery from reputed institutions and holds dual DNBs in General Surgery and Surgical Gastroenterology. Dr. Kulshrestha has presented award-winning research at major surgical conferences and is actively involved in academic and clinical advancements. His patient-focused approach and proficiency in complex GI surgeries have earned him recognition in the field. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS – Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram
• MS (General Surgery) – Kerala University of Health Sciences-2013
• DNB (General Surgery) – National Board of Examinations-2014
• DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)-2018

Professional Experience:

• Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology & Liver Transplant Surgery, Apollo Adlux Hospital, Kochi(Present)‍
• Consultant, Comprehensive Liver Care Institute, VPS Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi — focused on HPB procedures and transplant protocols
• Assistant Professor, Dept. of Surgical Gastroenterology, SNIMS, Kochi — engaged in clinical teaching and surgical training
• Clinical Associate & Senior Resident, Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram — early clinical experience in general surgery and specialized GI units

Notable Achievements:

• Earned multiple recognitions at national conferences including IASG and JIPMER, receiving awards for best presentations and posters.

Professional Memberships:

• Surgical & Minimally Invasive Society of India
• National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)

Fellowships:

• Fellowship in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery – Fortis Hospital, Delhi NCR
• Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (FMAS) – specialized training in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery (FIAGES) – advanced GI endosurgery expertise
• Fellow of the Association of Surgeons of India (FAIS)