Apollo Hospitals Chennai’s Dr. Venugopal Balaji Featured in Forbes India 18th Anniversary Edition for Advancing Vascular Surgery

Dr. Venugopal Balaji, Senior Consultant – Vascular Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, has been featured in the Forbes India 18th Anniversary Edition in recognition of his contributions to vascular surgery, clinical excellence, and patient care innovation. The feature celebrates his longstanding commitment to advancing vascular care while reinforcing Apollo Hospitals' legacy of delivering world-class, evidence-based healthcare.  

 
Vascular surgery plays a critical role in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the arteries and veins, including abdominal aortic aneurysms, carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, deep vein thrombosis, diabetic foot complications, and varicose veins. Timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment can help prevent serious complications such as stroke, limb loss, and life-threatening vascular emergencies.  

 
Over the course of his career, Dr. Balaji has contributed to the advancement of both open and endovascular vascular surgery through clinical expertise, academic research, and medical education. He established one of Chennai's first dedicated vascular surgery units at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, expanding access to specialized vascular care. Beyond his clinical practice, he has authored numerous scientific publications and has played an active role in training future vascular surgeons and promoting greater awareness of vascular diseases.  
 
This recognition reflects Apollo Hospitals Chennai's continued commitment to clinical leadership, innovation, and excellence in patient-centred care while advancing specialized vascular services that improve outcomes and quality of life for patients with complex vascular conditions.