Chairman of AIG Hospitals Dr D Nageshwar Reddy conferred with Padma Vibhushan

The recognition truly belongs to all my patients, entire team at AIG Hospitals, and the countless healthcare workers who inspire me every day, says the

Hyderabad: Renowned gastroenterologist and Chairman of AIG Hospitals D Nageshwar Reddy has been conferred with Padma Vibhushan, the nation’s second-highest civilian award.

Nageshwar Reddy, who is known for transformative advancements in gastroenterology, said he feels humbled and honoured to receive the award.

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“The recognition truly belongs to all my patients, entire team at AIG Hospitals, and the countless healthcare workers who inspire me every day,” he said.

“This is not just a personal milestone, but a celebration of the spirit of Indian medicine and the immense potential our great nation holds in healthcare innovation,” Nageshwar Reddy further said.

Meanwhile, AIG Hospitals said Reddy is the first medical doctor in the country to be bestowed with all three Padma Awards — Padma Shri in 2002, Padma Bhushan in 2016, and Padma Vibhushan in 2025.

“As a proud Indian and a son of Telugu soil, I remain committed to contributing to the health and well-being of people and ensuring that India continues to shine as a global leader in medical excellence,” he said.

After completing his DM (Gastroenterology) from PGIMER, Chandigarh, he chose to specialise in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy —a field that was then in its nascent stages in India. Over the years, he made hugely significant contributions to the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders.

Reddy is the founder of the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology and AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad, which have grown to become one of the world’s largest and most advanced centres for gastroenterology, GI Endoscopy and hepatology.

As a researcher and academician, Reddy has authored over 1,000 peer-reviewed articles and delivered keynote lectures at prestigious medical conferences around the world.