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Lucknow Pediatric Surgeons Earn Top Prizes at IAPSCON 2025
16 Nov
Summary
- Dr. Pooja Prajapati wins KK Sharma Award and 2nd prize in GI category
- Dr. Tarun Kumar secures 1st prize in minimally invasive surgery
- Dept. presents notable work on laparoscopic procedures

The pediatric surgery department of SGPGIMS in Lucknow has earned major national recognition for its excellence in research and surgical innovation. At the IAPSCON 2025 conference held on November 13th, 2025, the department's achievements were celebrated.
Dr. Pooja Prajapati, a surgeon at the hospital, won the prestigious KK Sharma Award and secured a second prize in the GI category for her groundbreaking work. Additionally, Dr. Tarun Kumar was awarded first prize in the minimally invasive surgery category, further showcasing the department's expertise.
The department's success did not stop there. Dr. Rahul Goyal presented notable work on laparoscopic renal and shunt procedures, demonstrating the team's commitment to advancing surgical techniques. Furthermore, senior faculty members Professor Basant Kumar and Professor Ankur Mandelia were recognized for their contributions, with Professor Mandelia winning first prize for his presentations on advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery.
The department's achievements are a testament to the guidance and leadership provided by the senior faculty, as well as the dedication and innovation of the entire team. This recognition at the national level highlights SGPGIMS's position as a leading center for pediatric surgical care and research.



