Dr. Ketan Parikh

Dr Ketan Parikh is an internationally trained, pioneering Consultant Paediatric and Neonatal Surgeon in Mumbai, bringing an extraordinary 47 years of specialised surgical experience to the field of child healthcare.

He consults at several top-tier institutions, including Jaslok Hospital, SRCC Children Hospital, and Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital.

Possessing a globally formidable academic foundation, he holds an MS in General Surgery and an MCh in Paediatric Surgery, augmented by prestigious visiting fellowships at the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London and Childrens’ Hospital in Boston.

Widely recognised as a pioneer of paediatric laparoscopy in India, he possesses profound expertise in minimally invasive neonatal surgery, congenital defect corrections, and highly complex paediatric urology.

Dedicated to highly empathetic, precision-driven surgical care, he consults fluently in English, Hindi, and Marathi.

Specialty Areas and Treatments

Dr Ketan Parikh provides highly precise, life-saving surgical interventions and comprehensive paediatric care for infants and children battling severe abdominal pathologies, complex congenital birth defects, and chronic urological disorders across Mumbai.

Minimally Invasive Paediatric Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Children suffering from acute, severe abdominal pain due to appendicitis, patients diagnosed with painful gallbladder stones (biliary issues), or infants experiencing severe abdominal hernias demand highly delicate, tissue-sparing surgical intervention. Dr Ketan provides authoritative laparoscopic care:

• Advanced Paediatric Laparoscopy and Thoracoscopy
• Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Appendicectomy
• Precision Laparoscopic Hernial Repair

Congenital and Neonatal Surgery

Infants born with complex, life-threatening congenital birth defects, critically ill neonates experiencing severe structural anomalies, or unborn children diagnosed with severe developmental issues requiring specialised fetal care require elite surgical oversight. Dr Ketan offers expert neonatal management:

• Complex Neonatal Structural Defect Correction
• Advanced Fetal Care and Surgical Consultations
• Minimally Invasive Surgery for Newborns

Paediatric Urology and Genitourinary Surgery

Children suffering from severe, recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), patients diagnosed with debilitating urinary incontinence, or infants born with severe congenital urinary tract abnormalities (such as urethral diverticulum) require highly precise genitourinary reconstruction. Dr Ketan provides elite systemic management:

• Advanced Paediatric Urology and Reconstruction
• Precision Minimally Invasive Urological Surgery
• Surgical Management of Urinary Incontinence

Credentials and Trust Signals

Dr Ketan Parikh possesses an incredibly robust academic foundation, representing the highest echelons of surgical training from India, the United Kingdom, and the United States:

• MBBS from University Of Bombay (1979)
• MS in General Surgery from University Of Bombay (1984)
• MCh in Paediatric Surgery from University Of Bombay (1986)
• Visiting Fellow at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children, London
• Visiting Professor at Childrens’ Hospital, Boston (Advanced Fetal Care and Paediatric Robotic Surgery)

Professional Memberships

Dr Ketan holds esteemed leadership positions and memberships in elite national surgical associations, reflecting his deep commitment to advancing surgical standards in India:

• Chairman, Pediatric Endoscopic Surgeons of India (PESI-IAPS)
• Past President, Association of Medical Consultants
• Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP)
• Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Extensive Clinical Experience and Academic Excellence

Demonstrating a massive clinical legacy spanning almost five decades, Dr Ketan has pioneered major advancements in paediatric surgery and telemedicine:

• Pioneering Surgeon: Highly recognised as one of the pioneers of paediatric laparoscopy and minimally invasive surgery in India.
• Awarded Excellence: Recipient of the prestigious Shailesh Raina Medal (2016) in the field of paediatric surgery.
• Prolific Author and Researcher: Authored chapters in the highly acclaimed IAP Textbook of Pediatrics and published numerous highly cited research papers in the Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons.
• Healthcare Innovator: Founder and Managing Director of PyraMed Telemedicine, an initiative dedicated to enhancing rural healthcare accessibility.

Current Hospital Affiliations in Mumbai

Dr Ketan Parikh currently consults as a leading Senior Consultant Paediatric Surgeon at the following premier healthcare facilities:

• Jaslok Hospital And Research Centre, Cumballa Hill, Mumbai
• SRCC Children Hospital (Narayana Health), Mahalakshmi, Mumbai
• Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital, Powai, Mumbai
• Tara Neo Surg Hospital, Ghatkopar East, Mumbai
• Zynova Shalby Hospital, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai.

Book an Appointment with Dr Ketan Parikh, Paediatric Surgeon

For highly specialised minimally invasive laparoscopy, expert neonatal defect corrections, and advanced paediatric urology, connect with the medical experts at HexaHealth to check availability and secure your priority appointment with Dr Ketan Parikh.