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Dr Rohit Sarin

Dr Rohit Sarin

MBBS, MD Pulmonologist Director

30 Years of Experience

Park Hospital Palam Vihar Gurgaon

English, Hindi

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About Dr Rohit Sarin

Dr. Rohit Sarin is one of India’s most distinguished pulmonologists and a globally recognized authority in tuberculosis (TB), respiratory medicine, and lung diseases. With over three decades of professional experience, he has played a vital role in shaping India’s national TB control strategies and contributed extensively to global tuberculosis management and research.

He currently serves as the Director of Respiratory Medicine and has previously held prestigious positions such as Director at the National Institute of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases (NITRD), New Delhi, and Consultant for the WHO South-East Asia Region (SEAR). Dr. Sarin is globally respected for his leadership in public health policy, pioneering work in drug-resistant TB, and advancement of evidence-based respiratory care. His work has significantly influenced the WHO’s global TB initiatives and clinical practices across Asia.

Qualifications of Dr Rohit Sarin

  • MBBS – Recognized Indian Medical College
  • DRDC – Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases
  • MD – Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases

Special Area of Interest

  • Tuberculosis (TB) and Multi-Drug Resistant TB (MDR-TB)
  • Pulmonary and Respiratory Diseases
  • Interventional Pulmonology (Bronchoscopy and EBUS procedures)
  • Lung Cancer Management and Screening
  • Smoking Cessation and Rehabilitation Programs
  • Clinical Research and Public Health Policy in TB and Lung Health

Work Experience of Dr Rohit Sarin

Director – National Institute of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases (NITRD), New Delhi

  • Spearheaded India’s efforts in TB research, public health programs, and treatment innovations
  • Oversaw multiple national projects under the Revised National TB Control Program (RNTCP)

Principal Consultant – NITRD, Delhi

  • Managed advanced cases of drug-resistant TB and respiratory infections
  • Led clinical trials and guideline formulation for new TB therapies
  • WHO SEAR Consultant – END TB Initiative, Maldives
  • Contributed to international TB control strategies across South-East Asia
  • Provided expert guidance on public health policy, TB elimination, and patient care standards

Chairman – Regional Green Light Committee (South-East Asia Region)

  • Supervised WHO-endorsed drug-resistant TB programs for multiple countries
  • Member – Global Committees (WHO Geneva)
  • Global Drug-Resistant TB Initiative Committee
  • Guidelines Development Group for New TB Drugs
  • Target Product Profile for TB Treatment and Diagnostics

Clinical Experience

  • Extensive expertise in bronchoscopy, interventional pulmonology, lung cancer diagnosis, and smoking cessation clinics

Awards & Recognitions

  • Karel Styblo Public Health Prize (2017) – International recognition for outstanding contribution to TB control
  • R. Krishna Memorial Prize (1995) – Awarded by the Tuberculosis Association of India for excellence in TB research
  • Commendation Certificate and Trophy (1996) – From the TB Association of India for clinical leadership
  • Dr. O.A. Sarma Award (2006) – Prestigious award for contribution to respiratory medicine and tuberculosis management

Memberships

  • Member – Indian Association for Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases
  • Member – National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
  • Member – International Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS)
  • Member – CTSNET (USA)
  • Member – WHO’s Strategic and Technical Advisory Group (STAG), SEAR 2022

Research & Papers Published By Dr Rohit Sarin

  • Contributed chapters in four authoritative textbooks on tuberculosis and respiratory medicine
  • Authored 31 research publications in international peer-reviewed journals
  • Published 38 papers in leading national medical journals
  • Serves as an editorial reviewer for multiple journals including Indian Journal of Tuberculosis (IJT), Indian Journal of Medical Research (IJMR), and International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (IJTLD)
  • Presented numerous scientific papers at national and global medical conferences

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Rohit Sarin has more than 30 years of experience in treating and researching respiratory and tuberculosis-related diseases.

He specializes in tuberculosis, multi-drug-resistant TB, interventional pulmonology, lung cancer care, and public health policy.

Yes, he has worked as a WHO consultant for the END TB Initiative and served as Chairman of the Regional Green Light Committee for South-East Asia, guiding TB control programs in multiple countries.

He has received several prestigious awards, including the Karel Styblo Public Health Prize (2017) and the Dr. O.A. Sarma Award (2006) for his contributions to TB control and respiratory health.

Dr. Sarin has authored over 60 scientific publications in both national and international indexed journals and contributed to multiple medical textbooks.

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