Dr. Mihir Bapat
Snapshot Highlights
- Over 19 years of dedicated surgical experience.
- Expert in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Complex Conventional Spine Procedures.
- Recipient of the prestigious Scoliosis Research Society Global Outreach Fellowship.
- Authored over 100 citations and numerous international papers and talks.
- Awarded multiple accolades including the Karmakar Gold Medal and ASSI-Ingalhalikar Gold Medal.
Professional Experience & Expertise
Dr. Mihir Bapat is a distinguished spine surgeon with a career spanning over 19 years, specializing in advanced Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and intricate Conventional Spine Surgical Procedures. His extensive experience translates into a patient-centric approach focused on achieving excellent outcomes. Dr. Bapat’s surgical proficiency is underscored by an exceptionally low complication rate, consistently below 2%, which significantly enhances patient satisfaction and recovery.
Advanced Training & Global Recognition
Dr. Bapat honed his super specialization and comprehensive spine surgical training at the esteemed King Edward Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Further enhancing his global expertise, he completed his residency at Queen’s Medical Center in Nottingham, UK. His commitment to advancing spinal care was recognized with the coveted Scoliosis Research Society Global Outreach Fellowship, a testament to his dedication to international best practices and continuous learning in spine surgery.
Academic Contributions & Awards
Dr. Bapat’s significant contributions to the field of orthopedic and spine surgery are reflected in his extensive academic output, including over 100 citations and numerous presentations at international forums. He has been a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, acknowledging his excellence in clinical research and surgical practice. Notable among these are the Karmakar Gold Medal, the Pandurangi Award for Best Orthopedic Resident, the IOACON Appreciation Award, the Best Clinical Research Paper Award, the ASSI Award, the Masalawala Best Paper Award Session, the SM Tuli Best Case Paper Award, the ASSI-Ingalhalikar Gold Medal for Best Clinical Paper, and the MOA (Maharashtra Orthopedic Association) Best Paper Award. During his training period, he was also honored with the Best Resident Award.
Professional Affiliations
Maintaining active engagement with leading medical communities, Dr. Bapat is a respected member of various esteemed organizations, including the Bombay Orthopedic Association, the Indian Orthopedic Association (IOACON), AO Spine, the Bombay Spine Society, the Western India Regional Orthopedic Conference (WIROC), The Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI), the Maharashtra Orthopedic Association, the Vidarbha Orthopedic Association, and the Bangladesh Spine Society. His role as an International AO Faculty further highlights his commitment to global surgical education and standards.