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Dr. A. Shabnam Fathima

Dr. A. Shabnam Fathima

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Vascular Surgery), Dr. N.B. (Vascular Surgery), Fellowship in Vascular surgery (UK) & Endovascular.

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Brief Profile

Dr. Shabnam Fathima A. brings over a decade of experience in vascular surgery to the team, enhancing its capabilities in both advanced procedures and patient-centered care.

Her specialized skills in complex vascular interventions—including aortic and endovascular surgeries—along with her focus on diabetic foot management and trauma response, will greatly enhance the team’s offerings.

With her commitment to excellence and collaborative approach, Dr. Fathima is set to be an integral part of advancing the team’s mission to provide comprehensive, high-quality vascular care and drive positive patient outcomes.

Educational Qualifications

  • MBBS, Thanjavur Medical College, Dr.MGR Medical University, Tamil Nadu, 2013
  • MS (General Surgery), Rajah Muthaiah Medical College, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, 2017
  • MCh (Vascular Surgery), Madras Medical College, Dr.MGR Medical University, Tamil Nadu, 2020
  • DrNB (Vascular Surgery), National Board, India, 2021
  • Clinical fellowship (Vascular Surgery), Doncaster Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom, 2023 – 2024

Clinical Expertise

  • Aortic Surgery (Open and EVAR)
  • Extra-Cranial Carotid Surgery (Carotid Endarterectomy, Carotid Body Tumor)
  • Peripheral Vascular Surgeries (Distal Bypass)
  • Varicose Vein Interventions (Day Care Procedures)
  • Vascular Access (Arteriovenous Fistula, Graft, Permanent Central Catheters)
  • Endovascular Interventions
  • Aneurysm Surgery
  • Arteriovenous Malformations
  • Emergency Vascular Trauma
  • Venous Thrombosis
  • Diabetic Foot Management

Affiliations and Memberships

  • Tamilnadu Medical Council

Honors and Awards

  • Gold Medalist in Physiology (MBBS)
  • Honours in Anatomy (MBBS)
  • Selected for Podium Presentation for Best Paper, ABSICON, Indore, 2015
  • Selected for Award Paper, VSICON, 2021
  • Best Published Paper Award, VSICON, 2022
  • Secured VSI Overseas fellowship 2022

Research and Publication

  • Shabnam Fathima, Sairam Subramaniam (2022). Retrospective analysis of glass staging in infrainguinal endovascular revascularization. EJVS, 63(1), E12. January 2022.
  • Paramasivam, I., Fathima, S., Sritharan, N., Muralidharan, K., & Vijaykumar, J. (2020). Posttraumatic subclavian artery pseudoaneurysm: An endovascular approach. Indian Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, 7(1), 99.
  • Shabnam Fathima A., Prathap Kumar S., and Sritharan N. (2020). Vascular injuries of the upper limb in an urban trauma center: A retrospective analysis.International Journal of Advanced Research, 8, 1271-1276. (ISSN 2320-5407)
  • Shabnam Fathima. Massive carotid aneurysm. University Journal of Surgical Specialties.
  • Ashok Swaminathan Govindarajan, Shabnam Fathima, Subramanian C.S., Umapathy, and Sivaraj. (2016). Stab injuries of the neck: A nightmare for surgeons. International Journal of Advanced Research, 4, 1211-1213. (ISSN 2320-5407)
  • Ashok Swaminathan Govindarajan, Shabnam Fathima, Subramanian C.S., and Sivaraj. (2016). A comparative study of different modalities of dressing in chronic wounds. International Journal of Advanced Research, 4, 1214-1222. (ISSN 2320-5407)
  • Dissertation on a Comparative Study Between Different Types of Dressing in Chronic Non-Healing Wounds, M.S. (General Surgery)

Paper Presentations

  • Retrospective Analysis of Glass Staging in Infrainguinal Endovascular Revascularization, VSICON, 2021
  • A Study of Collaterals in Aorto Iliac Occlusion, VSICON, 2018
  • Compartment Syndrome of the Extremity, VSI Midterm CME, 2019
  • Vascular Injuries of the Upper Limb in a Tertiary Care Centre, VSICON, 2019
  • A Rare Case of Carcinoma Breast Associated with Skin Lesion, ABSICON, Indore, 2015

Poster Presentations

  • Massive Carotid Bulb Aneurysm, VSICON, 2019

Workshops

  • BSET Endovascular Course, 2024
  • Doncaster EVAR Planning Course, 2023
  • Endovascular Live Surgery, Delhi, 2019
  • Basic Life Support Training, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, 2013
  • Basic Surgical Skills Course, Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education, 2015
  • Basic Laparoscopy Course, Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education, 2015

Experience

  • CRRI, Thanjavur Medical College, Thanjavur, Oct 2012 –  Sep 2013
  • Resident, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Rd, Chennai, Dec 2013 – Jun 2014
  • Postgraduate student cum tutor, General Surgery, Rajah Muthaiah Medical College, Chidambaram, Jul 2014 – May 2017
  • Junior Consultant, General Surgery, Lifeline Institute of Minimal Access Surgery, Chennai, Aug 2017 – Oct 2017
  • Postgraduate resident, Vascular Surgery, Institute of Vascular Surgery, MMC, Chennai, Oct 2017 – Nov 2020
  • Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Mehta Hospital, Chetpet, and Lifeline Hospital, Kilpauk, Chennai, Dec 2020 – Sep 2023
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Vascular Surgery, Stanley Medical College, Chennai, Sep 2021 – Sep 2023
  • Clinical Fellow, Vascular Surgery, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, UK, Oct 2023 – Oct 2024
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