About Us

The Children's Surgery

Dr. Rakesh Shah

Consultant Pediatric Surgeon

Dr Rakesh Shah is a well known General and Pediatric Surgeon in Mumbai, having his practice “The Children’s Surgery” in Nana Chowk, Mumbai. He is also attached with various reputed hospitals in South Mumbai & has admission rights with Breach Candy & Bhatia Hospital, Tardeo, Saifee Hospital, Charni Road, Masina Hospital, Byculla & SRCC NH Children Hospital Worli.

Having done his undergraduate studies from BYL Nair Ch. Hospital & TN Medical College, he later successfully completed M.S. (General Surgery), M.Ch. (Pediatric Surgery) and Diplomate National Board (Pediatric Surgery).

Earlier on, in the beginning of his career, he worked in different capacity with various reputed hospitals BYL Nair Charitable Hospital & TN Medical College, Mumbai, Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Glasgow UK. Also worked with Seth G.S. Medical College, KEM Hospital, Mumbai. Throughout his tenure at various hospitals, he worked with eminent Doctors and Surgeons across, which gave him exposure to various disease and growth problem and issues in the Children, this helped him to gain immense knowledge and develop his potential to successfully diagnose and treat various ailments.

He understand that surgery can be a stressful and emotional experience for families, which is why we take a patient-centered approach to care. We strive to make every child feel comfortable, safe, and well-informed throughout the entire surgical process.

At our practice, we believe that open communication and collaboration between our team, our patients, and their families is critical to achieving the best possible outcomes. We are committed to working closely with you to answer any questions, address concerns, and provide personalized care that meets the unique needs of each child.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

2015 : Customer Relationship Management, IIM, Lucknow.

1991 : Diplomate National Board (Pediatric Surgery), KEM Hospital, Mumbai.

1990 : M.Ch. (Pediatric Surgery), KEM Hospital & GS Medical College, Mumbai

1988 : M.S. (General Surgery), BYL Nair Ch.Hospital & TN Medical College

1983 : M.B.B.S., BYL Nair Ch.Hospital & TN Medical College

WORK EXPERIENCE

Consultant Pediatric Surgeon

  • 1996 Onwards, Prince Aly Khan Hospital, Mumbai
  • 1998 Onwards, Masina Hospital, Mumbai
  • 2008 Onwards, Saifee Hospital
  • 2017 Onwards, SRCC NH Children’s Hospital

Senior Research Associate Pediatric Surgery(Pool Officer)
1995 to 1997, BYL Nair Charitable Hospital & TN Medical College, Mumbai.

Higher Surgical Training Pediatric Surgery (Overseas Experience)
1993 - 1994, Royal Hospital for Sick Children Glasgow UK.

Lecturer Pediatric Surgery
1990 - 1993, Seth G.S.Medical College, KEM Hospital, Mumbai.

Registrar Pediatric Surgery
1988 - 1990, Seth G.S.Medical College, K.E.M.Hospital, Mumbai.

Senior House Officer, Gen. Surg. Urology, G.I.Surg. & Orthopedics
1985 - 1987, BYL Nair Charitable Hospital & TN Medical College, Mumbai

Pre-Registration Internship Resident Intern (JHO)
1983 - 1984, TN Medical College, Mumbai

RESEARCH

Consultant Pediatric Surgeon

  • Colorectal Injuries : Study of 48 cases.
  • Comparison of Standard Invertogram and Prone Shoot Through.
  • Massive Life threatening GI bleeding in children
  • Value of Immune Reactive Trypsin in a Surgical Neonate with Meconium Ileus.
  • Normal and Abnormal fetal anatomy with a special relation to congenital malformation.
  • Study of Immune function in a child following major and minor surgical procedures.

PUBLICATIONS
30+ Publications in National And International Journals.

PRESENTATIONS
over 15 in National & International Conferences.

GUEST SPEAKER
Invited as guest speaker in various national and international

ORGANISATION

Colorectal Injuries : Study of 48 cases.

  • Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons Conference, 1992, Mumbai.
  • Asian Association of Pediatric Surgeons Conference, 1997, Mumbai.

INTEREST

  • Neonatal Surgery, Minimal Access Surgery, Thoracic Surgery,Urology.

MEMBERSHIP

  • Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons.
  • British Association of Pediatric Surgeons.
  • Indian Association of Pediatrics.
  • Association of Surgeons of India.
  • Indian Medical Association.