Dr. Jan Rather

Dr Jan Rather is a highly experienced general and laparoscopic surgeon with a dedication to patient-centred care. With over 13 years of experience, he has demonstrated expertise in multidisciplinary care, quality and safety, communication, and evidence-based practice. Dr Rather is passionate about teamwork, mentoring, and education, extending his knowledge to both patients and stakeholders. His commitment to continuous learning ensures his practice remains at the forefront of the medical field. Prior to joining NMC hospitals, Dr Rather dedicated 13 years in high volume surgical centres in India, operating thousands of cases, gaining valuable experience and honing his skills in prestigious Indian medical institutes. With a Post-Doctoral fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery, Dr Rather is an expert in all types of advanced laparoscopic surgeries besides doing all the general surgery work with expertise. Dr Rather offers comprehensive and compassionate care to his patients. He has a fellowship in robotic surgery (FALS ROBOTIC), besides being a fellow of Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons (FIAGES). Additionally, Dr Rather worked as a faculty and a consultant in a medical college in India and actively mentored and trained students, junior consultants and future leaders in the medical field, striving to uphold high standards in medical education and training. He has published numerous research publications, and also authored two books in the field of laparoscopy and has many award winning presentations in his name. He is a reviewer of many world class journals of surgery including International Journal of Surgery, International Journal of Emergency Medicine, BMC Surgery. Dr Rather is known for his collaborative approach, leadership skills, and advocacy for teamwork in achieving shared goals.

Education

• Bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery (MBBS) 2010
• Master of surgery (MS) 2015 
• Fellow of National Board in Minimal Access Surgery (FNB MAS) 2020

Expertise

• Open general surgeries
• General Laparoscopic surgeries 
• Single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy
• Advanced laparoscopy, including fundoplication, hiatus hernia, diaphragmatic hernia, and splenectomy
• Abdominal wall reconstruction
• Laparoscopic ventral hernia repair(IPOM & IPOM PLUS) 
• Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TAPP & TEP, ETEP) 
• Laparoscopic small and large bowel surgeries for benign conditions
• Anorectal diseases like hemorrhoids, fissure, fistula, pilonidal sinus
• Laparoscopic treatment of rectal prolapse