Sarbeswar Sahariah
Sarbeswar Sahariah[edit | edit source]
Sarbeswar Sahariah is a renowned Indian transplant surgeon known for his pioneering work in the field of kidney transplantation and pancreas transplantation. He has made significant contributions to the development of transplant surgery in India and has been instrumental in advancing medical education and research in this specialty.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Sarbeswar Sahariah was born in Assam, India. He pursued his medical education at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, where he completed his MBBS degree. He further specialized in surgery and obtained his MS degree from the same institution. Driven by a passion for organ transplantation, he pursued advanced training in transplant surgery in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Career[edit | edit source]
Dr. Sahariah began his career as a transplant surgeon at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi, where he was involved in the early development of the kidney transplant program. He later moved to the Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) in Hyderabad, where he established a successful kidney and pancreas transplant program.
Contributions to Transplant Surgery[edit | edit source]
Dr. Sahariah is credited with performing the first successful pancreas transplant in India. His work has significantly improved the outcomes of kidney and pancreas transplants in the country. He has also been involved in research on immunosuppression and the management of transplant patients, contributing to the development of protocols that have enhanced patient care.
Academic and Research Involvement[edit | edit source]
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Sahariah has been actively involved in medical education and research. He has published numerous articles in national and international journals and has been a mentor to many young surgeons in the field of transplantation. His research interests include the optimization of immunosuppressive therapy and the management of complications in transplant recipients.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Dr. Sahariah has received several awards for his contributions to medicine and surgery. He is a recipient of the prestigious Padma Shri award, one of India's highest civilian honors, in recognition of his services to the field of transplant surgery.
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