About Dr. Neelam Mohan

Dr. Neelam Mohan: Pioneer in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Current Position
• Senior Director and Head of the Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Liver Transplantation at the Institute of Digestive and Hepatobiliary Sciences.
Medical Qualifications
• FRCPCH (Fellow, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK)
• FIMSA (Fellow, International Medical Sciences Academy)
• FIAP (Fellowship, Indian Academy of Pediatrics, 2012)
• FACG (Fellow, American College of Gastroenterology, 2009)
• Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition – Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK (1998)
• Fellowship in Gastroenterology & Hepatology – AIIMS, New Delhi (1997)
• DNB (Paediatrics) – National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (1995)
• MBBS – Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad (1989)
Professional Overview
Dr. Neelam Mohan is a leading Pediatric Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist in India, with over 23 years of experience as a consultant. She is recognized as a pioneer for establishing India’s first pediatric liver transplant program, setting a benchmark in the specialty. She also introduced therapeutic endoscopy procedures for neonates and children in India, significantly advancing pediatric care. In 2016, she was honored with the prestigious B.C. Roy National Award by the President of India for her outstanding contributions.
Career Achievements
• Over a distinguished 25-year career, Dr. Mohan has been instrumental in developing pediatric liver transplantation in India and has achieved several landmark milestones.
• Internationally recognized for her innovative work in pediatric liver transplantation and hepatology.
• Authored over 250 publications, including more than 100 international articles, and contributed 50+ chapters to leading medical books.
• Invited speaker at over 900 scientific forums, including more than 200 international conferences across the USA, Europe, UK, Canada, Japan, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and Asia-Pacific regions.
• Played a key role in drafting multiple global and national guidelines in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition.
• Serves as an advisor to the National Health Authority of India, contributing to the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojna, and co-chairs the Standard Treatment Workflow (STW) for Pediatrics, an ICMR-supported initiative.
• Advisor to the National Board of Examinations, influencing postgraduate medical education and training.
Awards & Honors
• B.C. Roy National Award (2016)
• Swastha Bharat Samman – Zee Health
• Vashisht Chikitsa Ratan Award – Lt. Governor of Delhi
• DMA Centenary Award – Finance Minister of India
• Dr. Sadhana International Empowerment of Women Award
Leadership Roles
• President of the Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition (ISPGHAN)
• President of the Commonwealth Association of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition (CAPGAN)
Areas of Expertise
• Pediatric Liver Transplantation & Chronic Liver Diseases
• Metabolic Liver Disorders and Fatty Liver Disease
• Pancreatitis & Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
• Gastrointestinal conditions such as Constipation, Abdominal Pain, and Vomiting
Dr. Neelam Mohan is a trailblazer in pediatric hepatology and gastroenterology, combining clinical excellence, academic leadership, and groundbreaking research to improve the lives of children with complex digestive and liver disorders.
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