In the evolving field of weight loss, metabolic and diabetes surgery, Dr. Shivanshu Misra has emerged as one of North India’s most trusted names in the field of Bariatric (weight loss) and Diabetes surgery. Known for his calm approach and sharp surgical expertise, he has dedicated his career to helping patients regain not just their health, but also their confidence.
A highly trained and board certified Bariatric, Metabolic and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, Dr. Misra completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery from the prestigious Stanley Medical College, Chennai. He is perhaps the first board certified (Fellow in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) through Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI) surgeon of India. He further refined his skills with specialized fellowships in minimal access and bariatric surgery in various centres of excellence in India and abroad. His academic excellence and commitment to innovation have earned him recognition at national and international platforms. Notably, he was honored with the President’s Gold Medal for Most Promising Young Surgeon twice, marking him as a rising leader in his field. He has also been awarded as the Best Young Bariatric Surgeon of India in the year 2021. The Health Minister of Uttar Pradesh has awarded him the Best Bariatric Surgeon of Uttar Pradesh in 2024. Dr. Misra has published more than 56 international research publications and authored 8 books in the field of weight loss and Diabetes surgery.
Dr. Misra specializes in procedures such as surgical and medical management of weight loss and diabetes. He has achieved academic excellence and surgical excellence in procedures like sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and other minimally invasive surgeries that support sustainable weight loss and diabetic surgeries, improved metabolic health, and resolution of diabetes. However, what truly sets him apart is his patient centric philosophy. His empathy and personal connect with all his patients noticeably sets him apart from other medical fraternity. He believes bariatric surgery is not just a medical procedure; it is the beginning of a new life. The terminology as he aptly describes it is a life changing surgery rather than just a cosmetic surgery.
Patients often describe him as approachable, transparent, and deeply invested in their long term well being. From pre surgery counseling to post operative support, he ensures that every patient feels informed and confident throughout their transformation journey.
Currently practicing at Kanpur in Shivani Hospital Pvt. Ltd., Dr. Shivanshu Misra continues to contribute to the advancement of bariatric care through research, innovation, and compassionate service. His mission remains clear: to provide safe, effective surgical solutions that empower individuals to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives. With the advent of cashless facilities for weight loss and Diabetes surgery, integration with multiple government sectors, Central government health schemes, corporate health insurances, including our visionary leader Honorable Shri Narendra Modi ji’s health venture of Ayushman Bharat, bariatric and Diabetes surgery can be affordable and reachable to all, so that everyone deserves a healthier and Diabetes free life.
