Dr. Ambrish Mithal

MBBS, MD, DM Endocrinologist Chairman

38 Years of Experience

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Heads the Endocrinology & Diabetes department at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi.
Esteemed as India’s first DM in Endocrinology from AIIMS, with wide-ranging expertise in managing diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, and related endocrine conditions.
Known for pioneering research on bone and mineral metabolism, especially in vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, and diabetes-linked complications.
The first Indian physician to receive the Laureate Award for International Excellence in Endocrinology from the Endocrine Society (US) in 2021.
Recipient of national honors including the Padma Bhushan (2015) and Dr. B.C. Roy Award (for 2015, awarded in 2017), reflecting his leadership in Indian endocrinology.

Chairman & Head, Endocrinology & Diabetes, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket (since December 2019).
Previously served as Chairman, Endocrinology & Diabetes, Medanta – The Medicity (2009–2019).
Prior Roles: Senior Consultant at Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (1998–2009); and at Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute, Lucknow (1988–1998).

Padma Bhushan, 2015 – for outstanding service in medicine.
Dr. B. C. Roy Award, presented in 2017 for contributions to endocrinology.
Laureate Award for International Excellence in Endocrinology, Endocrine Society (2021).
International Osteoporosis Foundation President’s Award, 2016.
Fogarty Fellowship, Harvard Medical School (1992–93).
JICA Fellowship, 1996.
Boy Frame Award, American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (2004).
IOF Amgen Health Professionals Award, 2005.
IMA Academy of Medical Sciences Award, 2007.
Featured in the Limca Book of Records for distinguished medical contribution, 2005.
Springer Citation Prize for high-impact research on global vitamin D status, 2012.
Doctor of the Year, Delhi Medical Association, 2005.

Authored numerous articles and abstracts in endocrinology, including studies on vitamin D treatment in children, hypothyroidism management, and metabolic markers.
Notable publications address topics like oral vs intramuscular vitamin D therapy, hypothyroidism care standards, and real-world diabetes drug effectiveness.
Continues to contribute to endocrinology literature through peer-reviewed journals and scientific forums.