Pediatric Surgeon in Pune - Dr. Apoorva Makan (4x Gold Medalist)
Comprehensive surgical care for newborns, infants, and children across Pune and PCMC by Gold medalist pediatric surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan. Book appointment now!
Helping Parents Make Confident Decisions
It is natural that, when parents hear that their child may need a surgery, it may bring anxiety and many unanswered questions.
Every parent wants their child to be treated by safest hands with the right guidance & providing them confidence that their child will be normal again.
Introducing Dr. Apoorva Makan, gold medalist pediatric surgeon in Pune who provide child friendly and advanced pediatric surgical care for newborn, infant and children.
4x University Gold Medalist
University Gold Medalist in M.S. General Surgery & MCh Pediatric Surgery
10+ Academic Distinctions
Distinctions across MBBS, Surgery & Superspeciality Training
15+ Scientific Publications
Research papers published in National & International Medical Journals
High Volume Center Training
Hands-on experience managing high volume and high risk surgeries
14+ Years Medical Excellence
Strong clinical & surgical experience across pediatric and neonatal care.
Consulting Across Pune & Pimpri Chinchwad
Available at multiple hospitals across Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad, and nearby areas.
Dr. Apoorva Makan has done super specialty pediatric surgery training from prestigious institutes in India and has achieved national academic achievements.
She is an expert pediatric surgeon for all type of complex pediatric surgical problems. On this page, we explain you why you should choose Dr. Apoorva Makan for pediatric surgery of your child.
What is meant by a Pediatric Surgeon?
A pediatric surgeon is also called as a child surgeon or a newborn surgeon or simply a pediatric surgical specialist doctor. A pediatric surgeon is an MBBS doctor with a specialization or also a super-specialization in Pediatric surgeries.
These surgeons are expert in treating surgical problems in babies, children, and teenagers. Please note, pediatric surgeons are not same as Pediatrician or child specialist doctors who treat normal, day to day medical conditions in children.
Normal pediatric doctors provide treatments for general childhood illnesses and medical conditions, but on the other hand pediatric surgeons are specially trained to treat conditions that may require surgical evaluation or advanced surgical treatment in children.
In addition, you should also note that a pediatric surgeon is different than a normal surgeon who treats adults. Children, their organs, tissues, and growth patterns are completely different from adult and that is why you need a child anatomy specialist who is trained specially in child and newborn surgery rather than a general surgeon.
Unlike a general surgeon, pediatric surgeon knows unique surgical and emotional needs of children & their parents.
In Pune, Dr. Apoorva Makan is a gold medalist child surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive pediatric laparoscopy, Neonatal, Thoracic, Pediatric Gastrointestinal & many other types of surgeries for children of all ages.
Dr. Apoorva Makan provides conservative first treatment for Children focusing on performing pediatric surgery as a last resort. She helps parents give detailed understanding of surgery complexity, risks, recovery & also provides idea on pediatric surgery cost so that parents can plan things better.
Not Every Child Needs Surgery. Consult 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan to get right guidance. Book appointment now.
Introducing Dr. Apoorva Makan - 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon
Dr. Apoorva Makan is a gold medalist pediatric surgeon in India and is now serving every corner of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad with her specialty in pediatric surgery.
She is a senior pediatric surgeon who provides child-focused care and a compassionate parent communication. Dr. Apoorva Makan believes that parent deserves honest explanation, calm discussions about risk and treatment options, realistic recovery expectation.
Dr. Apoorva provides support to parents without creating unnecessary panic. She is an expert surgeon for pediatric neonatal and pediatric urology surgeries.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is affiliated with many private, premium, children speciality & multispeciality hospitals in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, which has pediatric ICU support, neonatal care facilities, pediatric anesthesia teams, and modern operation theaters.
She is highly rated pediatric surgeon in Pune, Maharashtra on Google. Parents appreciate her about communication style, availability during emergency, and detailed follow-up care.
Not Every Child Needs Surgery. Consult 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan to get right guidance. Book appointment now.
Education Credentials of Dr. Apoorva Makan, Pune
Dr. Apoorva Makan is highly qualified Pediatric & Neonatal Surgeon in Pune. She has pursued MBBS (Gold Medalist), MCh in Pediatric Surgery (Gold Medalist), DrNB in Pediatric Surgery (Gold Medalist) & MS in General Surgery (Gold Medalist).
She is the only 4 times Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune, Maharashtra, India.
MCh Pediatric Surgery
Topiwala National Medical College & B. Y. L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
(2021)
Gold Medalist
DrNB Paediatric Surgery
National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBE), Delhi
(2022)
Gold Medalist
M.S. General Surgery
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik
(2018)
Gold Medalist
M.B.B.S.
Smt. Kashibai Navale Medical College and General Hospital, Pune
(2014)
Gold Medalist
MRCS, London
Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS), London
FIAGES
Fellowship of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons
(2021)
MNAMS
Topiwala National Medical College & B. Y. L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
(2022)
Not Every Child Needs Surgery. Consult 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan to get right guidance. Book appointment now.
Proud Moments with Hon. President of India - Smt. Droupadi Murmu
On 10th May 2024, Dr. Apoorva Makan achieved a significant milestone in her medical career at the 22nd Convocation of the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), New Delhi.
The ceremony was graced and addressed by the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu. See announcement on official website of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Dr. Apoorva Makan received the Gold Medal for her outstanding academic performance in DrNB Pediatric Surgery, marking a proud moment in her journey as a 4-Time Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon.
This prestigious national-level recognition further highlights Dr. Apoorva Makan’s academic excellence and distinguished achievements in pediatric surgery, strengthening her reputation as a highly accomplished pediatric surgeon in India.
Below are some moments of pride & honor for Pediatric Surgeon – Dr. Apoorva Makan in presence with Hon. President of India – Smt. Draupadi Murmu.
Not Every Child Needs Surgery. Consult 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan to get right guidance. Book appointment now.
Experience Credentials of Dr. Apoorva Makan, Pune
Dr. Apoorva Makan has 12+ years of experience in Pediatric & Neonatal surgeries across various cities in Maharashtra, India. This includes evaluating and managing surgical conditions affecting newborns, infants, and children.
Dr. Apoorva Makan’s professional experience spans pediatric surgical practice, hospital consultations, and academic teaching at reputed medical institutions in Pune and Mumbai.
As a consultant pediatric surgeon across multiple hospitals and Co-Founder of Borhade Heart Care & Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Ravet, she provides specialised evaluation for surgical conditions affecting newborns, infants, and children.
Below are various hospitals & colleges where Dr. Apoorva Makan, Pune has worked as a consultant pediatric surgeon & also contributed as a lecturer.
Co-Founder & Pediatric Surgeon
Borhade Heart Care & Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Ravet, Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune
(April 2026 – Present)
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
Ankura Hospital for Women & Children, Aundh, Pune
(2024 – Present)
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
Oyster and Pearl, Pimple Saudagar & Shivaji Nagar, Pune
(2023 – Present)
Lecturer in Pediatric Surgery Dept.
Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pune
(2023 – Present)
Lecturer in Pediatric Surgery Dept.
BYL Nair Hospital & TN Medical College, Mumbai
(2021 – 2022)
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Contributions to Pediatric Research by Dr. Apoorva Makan
Dr. Apoorva Makan is actively involved in pediatric surgical research and academic medicine. In her career of 12+ years of pediatric surgeon in Pune, she has published more than 17 research papers, case reports, and clinical studies in both national and international peer reviewed journals.
She has published research papers in gastrointestinal surgery, pediatric urosurgery, neonatal surgery, thoracic surgery, colorectal disorders, congenital anomalies, hepatobiliary conditions, and minimally invasive pediatric surgery.
Her publications are available on ResearchGate, Springer Nature, PubMed, Google Scholar. You can visit below links to see all the publications by Pediatric Surgeon Dr. Apoorva Makan on each individual research journal.
Below are some of her research publications for further reference.
Helminthic intestinal perforations in children: our experience
Bhagwat, A. D., Patil, R., Makan, A., Vaze, D., & Jadhav, P. (2025). Helminthic intestinal perforations in children: our experience. Journal of parasitic diseases : official organ of the Indian Society for Parasitology, 49(2), 368–377. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12639-024-01764-1
H-Type Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula: 2 Cases with Review of Literature
Makan, Apoorva & Basu, Syamantak & Dwivedi, Pankaj & Tulsian, Akriti & Joseph, Vini & Gandhi, Suraj & Shenoy, Neha & Shah, Hemanshi. (2021). H type tracheo-oesophageal fistula: 2 cases with review of literature. International Surgery Journal. 8. 1350. 10.18203/2349-2902.isj20211324.
Idiopathic Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis with Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Rare Association Paripex Indian Journal of Research
IDIOPATHIC HYPERTROPHIC PYLORIC STENOSIS WITH CONGENITAL DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA – A RARE ASSOCIATION, Dr. Apoorva Makan, Dr Syamantak Basu, Dr. Akriti Tulsian, Dr. Vini Joseph, Dr. Suraj Gandhi, Dr. Neha Sisodiya Shenoy, Dr. Hemanshi Shah PARIPEX-INDIAN JOURNAL OF RESEARCH : Volume-10 | Issue-3 | March-2021
Efficacy of Fibrin Sealant as Waterproof Cover in Improving Outcome in Hypospadias Surgery
Shenoy, Neha Sisodiya; Tiwari, Charu; Gandhi, Suraj; Kumbhar, Vikrant; Joseph, Vini; Basu, Syamantak; Makan, Apoorva; Shah, Hemanshi. Efficacy of Fibrin Sealant as Waterproof Cover in Improving Outcome in Hypospadias Surgery. African Journal of Paediatric Surgery 18(4):p 215-218, Oct–Dec 2021. | DOI: 10.4103/ajps.AJPS_132_20
Extensive gastric necrosis in an infant
Outcome Analysis of Single-Stage Transanal Endorectal Pull Through in Selected Patients with Hirschsprung Disease
Pancreatic Divisum Causing Recurrent Pancreatitis in an 8-Year-Old Child
Proximal ureteral atresia with cross fused ectopia: A case report
Proximal ureteral atresia with cross fused ectopia: A case report – Child’s proximal ureteral atresia with cross fused ectopia, which is an extremely rare congenital disorder is studied and reviewed. A 9 year old boy case of proximal ureteral atresia has been studied and presented in this article. The discussion of this case report includes the development of ureter and also the ducts, by concluding the advantages and disadvantages of using appendix as a substitute for ureter. Suraj R Gandhi*, Hemanshi Shah, Deepa Makhija, Neha S Shenoy, Syamantak Basu, Apoorva Makan and Akriti R Tulsian.
Not Every Child Needs Surgery. Consult 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan to get right guidance. Book appointment now.
Medical Societies Memberships of Dr. Apoorva Makan, Pune
Dr. Apoorva Makan’s professional memberships reflect her association with specialised medical communities dedicated to advancing pediatric surgical care, pediatric urology & pediatric GI surgeries.
She is a member of the Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons, the Society for Pediatric Urology, and the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons.
These professional associations provide opportunities for knowledge sharing, professional engagement, and staying connected with developments in specialised surgical fields.
Appreciation on IAPS India X Handle
Dr. Apoorva Makan was congratulated on X by the Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons for her stellar performance and achievements in pediatric surgery. Below is the post on X shared by official handle IAPSIndia.
Congratulations Apoorva Makan, Pediatric Surgeon (IAPS-1830) for your Stellar performance and achievements. We are proud of our Women Pediatric Surgeons. pic.twitter.com/Fm59NpRE6G
— IAPS for Kids' Surgery (@IAPSIndia) November 16, 2024
Appreciation on IAPS India Facebook Handle
The Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons (IAPS) publicly appreciated Dr. Apoorva Makan on Facebook for her outstanding performance and achievements as a pediatric surgeon.
Not Every Child Needs Surgery. Consult 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan to get right guidance. Book appointment now.
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon across Pune, PCMC & Nearby Cities
Pediatric Surgeon – Dr. Apoorva Makan provides pediatric and neonatal surgeries at multiple associated child care hospitals in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
These hospitals includes premium mother & child care hospitals across areas like Wakad, Aundh, Bhosari, Shivaji Nagar, Baner, Pimple Saudagar & many more in Pune.
Some of the most notable premium hospitals she visits as Consultant Pediatric surgeon in Pune are Surya Mother and Child Hospital (Wakad), Ankura Hospital (Aundh), Oyster and Pearl (Pimple Saudagar), Saishree Vitalife Hospital (Wakad) in Pune.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is also available for child surgeries in hospitals outside Pune city. As a consultant pediatric & neonatal surgeon, she also visits cities like Karad, Chakan, Talegaon Dabhade, Satara, Lonand, Phaltan, Nira, Rajgurunagar & many more cities at her affiliated child surgery hospitals.
If you are looking for a pediatric & neonatal surgeon in Pune closer to your residence, look no further than Dr. Apoorva Makan who is available at 10+ hospitals in Pune.
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Reviews of Pediatric Surgeon - Dr. Apoorva Makan, Pune
Dr. Apoorva Makan is highly appreciated by her patients for her clear communication, and specialized pediatric surgical expertise. Many parents mentions in their review of Dr. Apoorva Makan that she gives ample time to listen to our queries and explains complex conditions in simple language.
Below are some of her reviews on her own Google business profile at Borhade Heart Care & Pediatric Surgery Clinic in Ravet, Pune.
Swapna Rathore, Pune
Google Review – 16th Oct 2026
I am extremely grateful to Apoorva Ma’am for the excellent treatment and care provided during the puss removal surgery from the lymph node of my child. She explained the procedure clearly, addressed all our concerns patiently, and made us feel comfortable. Thank you, Doctor, for your excellent service and support.
Santosh Deshmukh, Pune
Google Review – 16th Oct 2026
Apoorva mam is one of the finest Surgeon I have known.8 months before my little brother’s appendix was burst and intestine was severely damaged. We take him to 3-4 doctors but my brother condition got even worse. But when Makan mam treated him he got well and recovered fast. We are very thankful to Dr.Apoorva Makan mam.
Shikha Singh, Pune
Google Review – 15th Oct 2026
We had a great experience with Dr Apoorva Makan.She explained the situation very well and briefed about the options.Infact with time we can’t even make out the stitch scar for my son.Highly recommend.
Not Every Child Needs Surgery. Consult 4x Gold Medalist Pediatric Surgeon in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan to get right guidance. Book appointment now.
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Clinic Address
Borhade Heart Care & Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Yashada Windsong, First Floor, Shop No, C 131-132, SB Patil School Rd, Ravet, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 412101
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Dr. Apoorva Makan (MBBS, MS – General Surgery, DrNB – Pediatric Surgery, MCh – Pediatric Surgery)
Page Last Updated on – 17th Oct 2026
