Rajesh Khullar

About

Dr. Rajesh Khullar is a leading figure in minimally invasive and robotic abdominal surgery, with a career dedicated to advancing the standards of care in hernia repair and biliary surgery. His most impactful contributions lie in the field of ventral and incisional hernia management, where he played a pivotal role in co-authoring the landmark 2019 update of the International Endohernia Society (IEHS) guidelines. This two-part work, which has garnered over 530 combined citations, provides the global surgical community with evidence-based recommendations for laparoscopic treatment, shaping best practices worldwide. Demonstrating a commitment to innovation, Dr. Khullar has also been at the forefront of robotic surgery adoption. His detailed review of the first 100 robotic cholecystectomies performed at his tertiary care centre offers crucial insights into the learning curve and adaptation of new cart-based robotic systems, contributing to the safe evolution of this technology. Through his leadership in guideline development and pioneering clinical work, Dr. Khullar has significantly influenced the trajectory of modern, patient-centered surgical care.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Update of Guidelines for laparoscopic treatment of ventral and incisional abdominal wall hernias (International Endohernia Society (IEHS))—Part A

   366 citations · 2019
2. 2
   Update of Guidelines for laparoscopic treatment of ventral and incisional abdominal wall hernias (International Endohernia Society (IEHS)): Part B

   164 citations · 2019
3. 3
   A review of the first 100 robotic cholecystectomies with a new cart-based surgical robot at a tertiary care centre

   12 citations · 2023

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