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Dr. Veena Jeyaraj
Dr. V.G. Mohan Prasad

Founder & Chairman – VGM Gastro Centre

Qualifications M.D., D.M (Gastro), FRCP (Edinburgh), FCCP, FSGEI, FICP, FASGE Chairman & Chief Gastroenterologist Hepatologist & Therapeutic Endoscopist
Excellence 40 years
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  • With over 40 years of unparalleled excellence in the field of Gastroenterology, Dr. V.G. Mohan Prasad is a globally acclaimed Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, and Therapeutic Endoscopist. As the Chairman of VGM Hospital, he has pioneered innovations in gastrointestinal medicine and has trained hundreds of specialists through his accredited therapeutic endoscopy programs.
  • He is the inventor of Hemoseal Spray, an advanced endoscopic device used to control gastrointestinal bleeding. His dedication to medical education is evident through the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in Therapeutic Endoscopy, accredited by the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, which has successfully conducted over 50 programs benefiting more than 500 doctors across India and abroad.
  • Dr. Mohan Prasad's leadership roles in national medical societies, his global fellowships, and multiple recognitions—including two Guinness World Records for Hepatitis Awareness—are a testament to his lifelong commitment to advancing the field of Gastroenterology and improving patient care.
  • He has trained over 500 gastroenterologists worldwide and is highly regarded for making advanced, affordable care accessible to a wide population.
  • Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding Control
  • Hepatology & Liver Care
  • Capsule & Spiral Endoscopy
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound Procedures (EUS)
  • Medical Innovation & Research
  • Community Healthcare & Public Health
  • Chief Editor of a 400-page textbook titled “ACID PEPTIC DISEASE AND BEYOND”, released in January 2021.
  • “Ribavirin in the management of chronic Hepatitis B” – Chapter in Hepatitis B in India: Prevention and Management, CBS Publishers, 2004.
  • “Newer techniques for screening and surveillance in Barrett's Esophagus” – Chapter in Current Management of GERD, I JCP, 2006.
  • “Principles of Medical Ethics for Gastroenterologists” – In 100 Clinical Questions in Gastroenterology, I JCP, 2007.
  • “Microscopic colitis” – In IBD, 2008.
  • “Hepatitis A virus” – In LIVER: A Complete Book on Hepato Pancreatico Biliary Disease, Elsevier, 2009.
  • Textbook on Therapeutic Endoscopy with DVD – Under process.
  • Tamil book ‘Kaleeral Enum Kaavalan’ released by Hon. Governor of Kerala, Justice Sathasivam.
  • Tamil book on obesity “Neengalum Edai Kuraikkalam” released by Thiru Banwarilal Purohit, Hon. Governor of Tamil Nadu.
Journal Publications:
  • “Problem of Pyogenic Liver Abscess in a Tropical Country” – Am J Gastroenterol, 1989.
  • “Comparison of hepatitis C virus genotyping…” – J Clin Microbiol, 2003.
  • “Transvaginal Endoscopic Cholecystectomy in Humans” – Am J Gastroenterol, 2009.
  • “Transvaginal Endoscopic Appendectomy in Humans” – Surg Endoscopy, 2008.
  • “Intestinal parasites seen on capsule endoscopy” – Gastrointest Endosc, 2006.
  • “ERCP in situs inversus…” – J Digestive Endoscopy, 2012.
  • “Cyanoacrylate glue therapy in enteral SEMS bleeding” – J Digestive Endoscopy, 2013.
  • “SEMS for post-op esophago-jejunal anastomosis” – Tropical Gastroenterology, 2014.
  • “Essential Phospholipids in Fatty Liver: A Scientific Update” – Clin Exp Gastroenterol, 2016.
  • “Spontaneous Magnetic Gastrojejunal Fistula…” – GIE, 2016.
  • “Management of chronic constipation in diabetics” – Indian J Gastroenterol, 2016.
  • “Endoscopic Collagen Spray…” – JCGH, 2018.
  • “Motorized Power Spiral Enteroscopies – Case Series” – Video GIE, 2020.
  • “Selenium Deficiency & Oral Cancer Risk” – WHO & UIC Intl Congress on Oral Cancer, 1999.
  • “Pseudo-hypoparathyroidism and Pseudo-pseudohypoparathyroidism” – JAPI, 1986.
  • “Safety & efficacy of Shanferon in chronic Hepatitis B” – Trop Gastroenterol, 2005.
  • “HBsAg kinetics with newer therapy…” – Hepatology Int, 2013.
  • “Metadoxine vs Placebo for NASH” – March-June 2014.
  • “Chronic HCV infection in India: Demographics and Genotypes” – Indian J Gastroenterol, 2016.
  • “Integrated Gut-Brain Disorder Management” – Dec 2017.

Dr. Mohan Prasad has extended his commitment beyond medicine through impactful initiatives:

  • VGM Foundation – Healthcare and disaster relief aid
  • Guide Foundation for Young Generation – Education support
  • Ashraya Balabhavan Trust – Supporting 130 children
  • HCV Eradication Project (Annur) – Testing & treating 900+ people
  • VGM Lions Dialysis Centre – Subsidized kidney care
  • Miyawaki Forest Project – Environmental sustainability in Coimbatore
  • Outstanding Young Indian Award – Jaycees, 1993
  • Aanmiga Selvar – Karthigai Vizha Manram, Udumalpet, 1999
  • Dr. Dhamodharan Award for Best Medical Services – IMA State, 2004-05
  • Outstanding Personality Award – AP and TN Inter-State IMA, 2005
  • Star of K.G. Hospital Award, 2006
  • Outstanding Personality Award – Arya Vysya Shroff Vyabarigal Maha Sabha Trust, 2007
  • Vocational Excellence Award – Rotary Club of Coimbatore Millennium, 2009
  • Governor's Special Award – Rotary International District 3202, 2010
  • Excellence in Medical Field Award – TN Arya Vysya Mahasabhai, Chennai, 2009
  • Propagating Excellence in Liver Care Award – ISG TN, 2012
  • Award of Appreciation for 25 Years of Gastroenterology Service – Pollachi Tamil Isai Sangham, 2012
  • Best Doctor Award – Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, 2012
  • Adjunct Professor Award – Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, 2012
  • Best Entrepreneur Award – Times of India, 2013
  • Change Maker Award – R.I. District 3201, 2014
  • Star of India Award – Presented by former Prime Minister Hon. Deve Gowda, 2015
  • Iconic Citizens of Coimbatore Award – Times of India and Rathinam College, 2017
  • Real Hero Award – Youth Foundation of India, 2017
  • Vysya Glitters Award – TN Arya Vysya Mahasabha, 2018
  • Doctors Day Award (Inspirational Gastroenterologist of India) – Hon. Anupriya Patel, 2018
  • KGF Sammana Award – Kalinga Gastroenterology Foundation, 2019
  • Best Performing Doctor Award – Government of Tamil Nadu, 2018
  • ACG Community Service Award – American College of Gastroenterology, 2021
  • Distinguished Clinician Award – Indian Society of Gastroenterology, 2022
  • Master of Gastroenterology Award – Indian Society of Gastroenterology, 2022 (one of 20 recipients in India)
  • Best Entrepreneur Award – Times of India, 2023
  • For the Sake of Honour Award – Rotary, 2023
  • Dr. Kalyanaraman Oration – IMA Coimbatore
  • Presidential Oration – SGEI & ISG Conferences
  • Dr. S.P. Rajarathinam Oration – IMA Tamil Nadu
  • Dr. N. Madhanagopalan Oration – ISG Tamil Nadu
  • (and many more)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome in India – Report by Indian Society of Gastroenterology Task Force, Indian Gastroenterol, 2008.
  • HCV Status in India – INASL HCV Task Force, 2014.
  • Chronic Constipation in Adults – Indian Consensus – Joint position: ISG & Indian Motility & Functional Disease Assoc., 2019.
  • Acute on Chronic Liver Failure – APASL Consensus Recommendations, April 2019.
  • Hepatocellular Carcinoma Management in India – INASL Puri II Recommendations, JECMH, 2019.
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