Dr. Shashank R Joshi
Diabetologist, Endocrinologist in Mumbai
MBBS, MD Internal Medicine, DM Endocrinology, FACP, FRCP, FACE, FICN, FICP
36+ Years
Experience
98% Recommended
(89 Ratings)
36+
Experience
(Years)
98%
Recommended
(89 Ratings)
WhatsApp ExpertDr Shashank R Joshi is an Endocrinologist and Diabetologist in Mumbai with 36 years of experience, who was conferred the prestigious Padma Shri award by the Government of India for his distinguished services to medicine.
He currently practises as a Consultant at Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre in Bandra West and Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital in Girgaon.
Prof Dr Shashank specialises in complex diabetes management, thyroid disorders, metabolic bone diseases, obesity, and adult endocrine disorders.
Areas of Expertise
Dr Joshi focuses on advanced clinical endocrinology, metabolic research, and hormonal therapies through the following clinical areas:
Comprehensive Diabetes and Metabolic Care
He provides evidence-based clinical management for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and the unique Asian Indian thin-fat phenotype to prevent long-term vascular complications.
Thyroid and Endocrine Gland Disorders
Prof Dr Shashank diagnoses and treats complex hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, and hormonal dysfunctions of the pituitary and adrenal glands.
Metabolic Bone Diseases and Osteoporosis
Dr Joshi evaluates and manages severe osteoporosis, adult vitamin D deficiency syndromes, and complex calcium regulatory disorders to restore skeletal strength.
Obesity, PCOS, and Growth Disorders
He delivers specialised therapeutic care for adult growth hormone deficiencies, metabolic obesity, and polycystic ovary syndrome through targeted lifestyle and medical protocols.
Educational Background
He completed his MBBS, followed by an MD in Internal Medicine and a DM in Endocrinology, securing top university ranks and gold medals across all qualifying medical examinations, along with the following international fellowships:
- Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology, United States
- Fellow of the American College of Physicians, United States
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London, Edinburgh, and Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Fellow of the Indian College of Physicians and Indian College of Nutrition
Key Achievements, Research, and Publications
He was named International Clinician of the Year by the American College of Endocrinology and served on the Maharashtra State COVID-19 Task Force, having also led national bodies as President of the Endocrine Society of India, the Association of Physicians of India, and the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India.
He has authored over 800 clinical research papers and more than 100 books and monographs, serves as Editor Emeritus of the Journal of The Association of Physicians of India, and has delivered over 200 orations globally.
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Dr. Shashank R Joshi's Medical Specialities & Areas of Expertise
Dr. Shashank R Joshi performs major interventions in the following specialities:
- Endocrinology
- Diabetes
Registration Details
- Maharashtra Medical Council - Registration No. (63690)
Education & Achievements
- Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai (MBBS)
- Grant Medical College and Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai (MD Internal Medicine)
- Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, Mumbai (DM Endocrinology)
- American College of Physicians, United States (FACP)
- Royal College of Physicians, UK (FRCP)
- American College of Endocrinology, United States (FACE)
- Indian College of Nutrition (FICN)
- Indian College of Physicians (FICP)
Awards & Recognitions
- Padma Shri Award, Government of India (2014)
- International Clinician of the Year Award, American College of Endocrinology (2012)
- Medical Expert of the Decade Award, Pharma Leaders Summit (2013)
- Healthcare Visionary of the Year Award (2014)
Published Papers
- Bhowmik B, Siddiquee T, Joshi SR, et al. Prediabetes Remission as a Pragmatic and Scalable Prevention Endpoint in Low-resource Settings. Journal of Diabetes and Endocrine Clinics. 2026;2(2):61-63.
- Agrawal PK, Samajdar SS, Garg R, et al. Sleep Deprivation, Occupational Stress, and Work-related Determinants of Sleep Disturbance Among Practicing Physicians: A Cross-sectional Study. Journal of Mid-life Health. Published online August 26, 2026.
- Mohan V, Kalra S, Ahluwalia A, et al. Original rDNA Semaglutide Versus Synthetic Copies: Differences and Clinical Implications. Cureus. Published online August 21, 2026.
- Husain N, Mohan L, Roy SS, et al. Imeglimin versus Vildagliptin as Add-On Therapy to Metformin and Glimepiride in Indian Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized Open-Label Trial. Journal of Mid-life Health. Published online August 4, 2026.
- Bhasker AG, Kapoor N, Baig S, et al. Expert Consensus on Obesity Management Protocols – A Joint Position Statement by Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI) and Endocrine Society of India (ESI). OBES SURG. Published online August 3, 2026.
- Samajdar SS, Joshi SR, Bhaduri G, et al. Efficacy and safety of empagliflozin in metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinics and Research in Hepatology and Gastroenterology. 2026;50(8):102898.
- Joshi SR, Misra A, Mithal A, et al. Corrigendum to “Nutritional considerations for glucagon-like peptide-based therapies: An Asian Indian consensus recommendation” [Obesity Pillars 19 (2026) 100296]. Obesity Pillars. 2026;19:100314.
Memberships
- Indian Academy of Diabetes (IAD)
- Indian College of Physicians (ICP)
- International Diabetes Federation (IDF)
- Endocrine Society of India (ESI)
- Association of Physicians of India (API)
- Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI)
- Hypertension Society of India (HSI)
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE)
- All India Association for Advancing Research in Obesity (AIAARO)
- The PCOS Society India
Work Experience
- Consultant - Lilavati Hospital And Research Centre
- Consultant - Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital, Girgaon
- Consultant - Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital
- Consultant - Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
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Dr. Shashank R Joshi's qualifications are:
- MBBS
- MD Internal Medicine
- DM Endocrinology
- FACP
- FRCP
- FACE
- FICN
- FICP
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