Dr. V. Balaji is a highly experienced vascular and endovascular surgeon with over 22 years of clinical practice. Trained extensively in the UK, USA, and Germany, he is known for performing advanced procedures such as carotid endarterectomy under regional anaesthesia — a milestone achievement in India. Dr. Balaji specialises in treating complex vascular conditions including arterial blockages, diabetic foot complications, and varicose veins using both open and minimally invasive techniques.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS from Madras Medical College, Chennai (1986)​
• MS in General Surgery from Madras Medical College, Chennai
• FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of England
• FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• FRCS (General Surgery) from Intercollegiate Board of Royal Colleges

Professional Experience:

• Senior Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai.

Notable Achievements:

• First overseas Indian to pass the FRCS Intercollegiate Board exam (1997)​
• Gold Medalist in Anatomy, Urology, and Paediatric Surgery​
• Awarded 'Best Doctor' by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in 2010​
• Part of the only team in India to perform Carotid Endarterectomy under regional anesthesia

Professional Memberships:

• European Society for Vascular Surgery

Fellowship Training:

• Fellowship in Pancreas Transplantation – University of Minnesota Hospitals, Minneapolis, USA
• Fellowship in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery – University of Cologne, Germany