Prof. Dr. M R Attri stands as one of India’s most distinguished laparoscopic and bariatric surgeons, serving as Professor of Surgery at Government Medical College Srinagar for over 15 years. With an extraordinary career spanning 28 years in advanced laparoscopic surgery, he has revolutionized minimally invasive surgical care in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. His pioneering vision to bring cutting-edge laparoscopic technology from premier metropolitan hospitals to the doorstep of J&K residents has transformed surgical care accessibility across the region.

Dr. Attri’s academic credentials include MBBS, MS, FICS, and FCLS qualifications from prestigious institutions including Government Medical College Jammu, PGI Chandigarh, and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital New Delhi. His professional journey began at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in 1996, where his vision crystallized to make advanced laparoscopic procedures accessible to the people of Kashmir. This dedication led him to establish comprehensive laparoscopic services across J&K, conducting numerous surgical camps and training programs throughout the state.

With over 25,000 laparoscopic operations performed throughout his career, Prof. Attri has achieved numerous surgical milestones, including being the first in J&K to perform complex laparoscopic pancreatic surgeries and laparoscopic Whipple procedures. His commitment to surgical excellence, patient safety, and advancing medical education has earned him national recognition as the “Most Trusted and Renowned Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon in Northern India” in 2023. His philosophy that “patients safety is supreme” continues to guide his practice and teaching endeavors.