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Dr. Neelam Mohan

Dr. Neelam Mohan

Pioneer in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Position and Department

  • Senior Director and HOD, Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Liver Transplantation, Institute of Digestive and Hepatobiliary Sciences.

Medical Qualifications

  • FRCPCH (Fellow, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health)
  • FIMSA (Fellow, International Medical Sciences Academy)
  • FIAP (Fellowship of Indian Academy of Paediatrics) – 2012
  • In 2009, Dr. Neelam Mohan was honored with the title of FACG (Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology).
  • She completed a Fellowship in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Birmingham Children’s Hospital in Birmingham, UK, in 1998.
  • Fellowship in Gastroenterology & Hepatology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India – 1997
  • D.N.B. Paediatrics, National Board Examinations, New Delhi, India – 1995
  • M.B.B.S., Osmania Medical College, Osmania University Hyderabad, India – 1989

Achievements and Contributions

  • Dr. Neelam Mohan is a distinguished Pediatric Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist in India, with an impressive 23 years of experience as a consultant.
  • She is recognized as a trailblazer for initiating India’s first pediatric liver transplant program, setting a new standard in the field.
  • Dr. Mohan is also celebrated for introducing therapeutic endoscopy procedures for newborns and young children in India, revolutionizing pediatric medical care.
  • In 2016, she received the prestigious B.C Roy National Award, presented by the President of India, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the field.

Professional Accomplishments

  • Dr. Neelam Mohan’s illustrious career spans 25 years, during which she has pioneered pediatric liver transplantation in India, achieving several notable milestones.
  • She has also achieved global recognition with groundbreaking innovations in pediatric liver transplantation.
  • Dr. Mohan boasts an extensive publication record, with over 250 publications to her name, including more than 100 international publications. Additionally, she has authored over 50 chapters in various books.
  • Her expertise extends to speaking engagements at more than 900 forums, including over 200 international conferences held in countries such as the USA, Europe, UK, Canada, Japan, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and other Asia-Pacific nations.
  • She is renowned for her role as an author of several global and national guidelines on Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, shaping the standards of care.
  • Dr. Neelam Mohan serves as an advisor to the National Health Authority of India, contributing to the Aayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri – Jan Aarogya Yojna. She is also the co-chair of STW (Standard Treatment Workflow) for Pediatrics, an initiative supported by the Government of India through the ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research).
  • Additionally, she holds the position of Advisor of National Board of Examinations, influencing the education and training of healthcare professionals.

Awards and Honors

  • Apart from the B.C. Roy Award, Dr. Mohan has received prestigious accolades, including the Swastha Bharat Samman by Zee Health, the Vashisht Chikitsa Ratan Award by the Honorable Lt. Governor of Delhi, the DMA Centenary Award by the Finance Minister, and the Dr. Sadhana International Empowerment of Women Award.

Leadership Roles

  • Presently, Dr. Neelam Mohan holds the position of President within both the Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition (ISPGHAN) Society and the Commonwealth Association of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition (CAPGAN).).

Specialization and Expertise

  • Dr. Mohan’s areas of specialization and expertise encompass Liver Transplantation & Chronic liver diseases, Fatty liver disease / Metabolic liver disease, Pancreatitis & Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), and managing conditions such as Constipation, Pain abdomen, and Vomiting.