Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 28: Dr. Gaurav Khandelwal, Head of the Spine Surgery Department at Shalby Hospital, Surat, has been honoured with the prestigious “Excellence in Spine Surgery in Gujarat” award at the Times Now Navbharat Awards & Conclave – Leaders of Navbharat 2026, held in Ahmedabad. The award was presented by Shri Harsh Sanghvi, Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, in recognition of Dr. Khandelwal’s outstanding contribution to advanced spine surgery and his commitment to delivering exceptional patient care across the state.
With over 17 years of experience and more than 7,000 successful spine surgeries, Dr. Khandelwal has established himself as one of Gujarat’s leading spine specialists. His expertise spans Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS), Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Robotic-Assisted Spine Surgery, Disc Replacement, Scoliosis Correction, Laser Spine Surgery, and Complex Spinal Reconstruction. Having undergone advanced fellowship training in spine surgery in Germany, along with specialised training at leading spine centres across India, Dr. Khandelwal combines global expertise with the latest surgical techniques to help patients recover faster and regain an active lifestyle.
Under Dr. Khandelwal’s leadership, the Spine Surgery Department at Shalby Hospital, Surat, has strengthened its position as one of the leading centres for comprehensive spine care in South Gujarat. Equipped with advanced technology and supported by a multidisciplinary team of spine specialists, physiotherapists, pain management experts, and rehabilitation professionals, the department provides personalised treatment plans designed to deliver the best possible clinical outcomes.
Receiving the honour, Dr. Gaurav Khandelwal said, “I am deeply honoured to receive this recognition. This award reflects the trust my patients have placed in me and the unwavering support of my colleagues and the entire team at Shalby Hospital. It motivates us to continue advancing spine surgery through innovation, precision, and compassionate care while making the latest treatment options accessible to every patient who needs them.”
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Khandelwal has made significant contributions to spine research and medical education. His work has been published in internationally reputed journals, including The Spine Journal and the European Spine Journal, and he has presented at numerous national and international conferences. He also actively participates in medical camps, awareness initiatives, and continuing medical education programmes to promote excellence in spine care across India.
Dr. Gaurav Khandelwal holds MS, DNB, FISS, and FNB (Spine Surgery) qualifications and is among the few spine surgeons in India to hold the prestigious FNB in Spine Surgery qualification. His unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centred care continues to set new benchmarks in spine surgery, further reinforcing Shalby Hospital, Surat’s reputation as a trusted destination for advanced spine care.
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