Dr. Virender Sekhon
Specialist: Â Â Pediatric Surgeon
Experience: 19 Years Experience Overall (11 years as specialist)
Hospital: Â Â Â Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI)
Brief About Doctor
- Dr. Virender Sekhon is a highly accomplished pediatric surgeon and urologist with extensive training and experience. He holds multiple degrees, including an MBBS and MCh in Pediatric Surgery, and has completed prestigious fellowships in countries like the USA and Belgium. Dr. Sekhon specializes in complex genitourinary reconstructions, minimally invasive pediatric urology surgeries, and kidney transplants in children. He has received numerous awards and honors, published over 20 papers in renowned medical journals, and actively contributes to the field through his work and editorial roles. Currently, he serves as an Additional Director in Pediatric Urology at FMRS, Gurgaon, and as a Senior Consultant at various hospitals in Gurgaon. Dr. Sekhon’s expertise and dedication to pediatric urology make him a highly respected figure in the medical community.
Education and Fellowships:
- MBBS from NSCB Medical College in 2005
- MS (General Surgery) from NSCB Medical College, Jabalpur, MP in 2009
- MCh in Pediatric Surgery from PGIMER Chandigarh in 2012
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Urology from SGPGIMS Lucknow in 2014
- UMN-SU Leo Fung International Pediatric Fellowship at the University of Minnesota, USA in 2015
- Robotic Pediatric Urology Fellowship at the University of Chicago, USA in 2016
- Advanced Pediatric Robotic Urology Fellowship at ORSI Academy, Melle, Belgium in 2017
- Clinical Observerships and Fellowships in various institutions in the USA, UK, Qatar, and Serbia.
Specializations:
- Complex genitourinary reconstructions
- Minimally invasive and robotic pediatric urology surgeries
- Posterior urethral valves
- Pediatric kidney transplant surgeries
Awards and Honors:
- Fellow, Society of Pediatric Urology, Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons
- Recipient of various awards, including best paper/video/poster awards and gold medals.
Professional Assignments:
- Former Secretary, Society of Pediatric Urology India
- Section Editor for Pediatric Urology, Journal of the Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons
Work Experience:
- Additional Director, Pediatric Urology at FMRS, Gurgaon
- Senior Consultant, Pediatric Urology at various hospitals in Gurgaon
- Consultant in Pediatric Urology at Medanta-The Medicity, Gurgaon
- Senior Resident in Pediatric Surgery at NSCB Medical College, Jabalpur MP
Research and Publications:
- Over 20 papers published in reputed international and national journals
- Contributions to book chapters on Pediatric Urology
- Development of protocols for biofeedback and neuromodulation for pelvic floor dysfunction in children.
Q1: What is Dr. Virender Sekhon’s specialization?
A1: Dr. Virender Sekhon is a specialist in Pediatric Surgery, with a focus on pediatric urology.
Q2: How many years of medical experience does Dr. Sekhon have?
A2: Dr. Sekhon has 19 years of overall medical experience, with 11 years dedicated to his specialization in pediatric surgery.
Q3: Where is Dr. Virender Sekhon currently practicing?
A3: Dr. Sekhon is currently affiliated with Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), a renowned healthcare facility.
Q4: What is Dr. Sekhon’s areas of expertise in pediatric urology?
A4: Dr. Sekhon specializes in complex genitourinary reconstructions, minimally invasive pediatric urology surgeries, posterior urethral valves, and pediatric kidney transplant surgeries.
Q5: Has Dr. Sekhon received any awards or honors for his work?
A5: Yes, Dr. Virender Sekhon is a Fellow of the Society of Pediatric Urology and the Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons. He has also received various awards, including best paper/video/poster awards and gold medals.
Q6: What are Dr. Sekhon’s contributions to research and publications?
A6: Dr. Sekhon has published over 20 papers in reputed international and national medical journals. He has also contributed to book chapters on Pediatric Urology and has been involved in the development of protocols for biofeedback and neuromodulation for pelvic floor dysfunction in children.
Q7: Does Dr. Virender Sekhon has international training and experience?
A7: Yes, Dr. Sekhon has completed fellowships and clinical observerships in various institutions in countries like the USA, UK, Qatar, and Serbia, enhancing his expertise in the field of pediatric urology.
