Amit Prabhakar Maydeo

Amit Prabhakar Maydeo is an Indian gastroenterologist and endoscopy expert known for his pioneering efforts on therapeutic endoscopy and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). In 2013, he was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award, for his contributions to the fields of medicine and medical education. His son, Dr. Rohan Maydeo, is a surgeon from MGM Medical College and Hospital, Aurangabad.

Biography Suddenly, I feel a big burden on my shoulders.But at the same time, I also feel that my responsibility towards those needing medical care has increased, said Dr. Maydeo on hearing about the Padma Shri award. After graduating in medicine, his initial specialization was in surgery, but an internship at a German Hospital introduced him to the minimally invasive technique of endoscopy. considered as the most modern gastroenterology and endoscopic centre in India where he works in the capacity of the Director. Reports credit him with introducing the concept of endoscopy in India and starting the first educational course on the topic. is the Managing Director of the Institute of Advanced Endoscopy, he also holds positions of prominence such as: Director - Baldota Institute of Digestive Sciences, Global Hospital, Mumbai