Ahmedabad, Dec 23 (KNS) : Professor (Dr.) Syed Sajjad Nazir, Head of the Department of Urology and Renal Transplant Centre at Superspeciality Hospital, has once again earned national recognition for his pioneering contributions to urological surgery by winning the Second Prize under the prestigious Oliver Traxer Prize at the 7th Advancements in Endourology (AIE) Conference, held in Ahmedabad.
The AIE Conference, a premier national platform featuring leading urology experts from India and abroad, showcased cutting-edge research and innovations in endourology. Prof. Nazir was honoured for his innovative research and technique titled “Innovative Laser Treatment Strategies for Impacted Upper Ureteric Calculi,” which addresses a complex and commonly encountered clinical challenge. His work presents a refined, patient-centric approach for managing difficult kidney stones with enhanced precision and improved clinical outcomes.
This achievement marks a significant consecutive success for Prof. Nazir, who had earlier secured the First Prize under the same Oliver Traxer Prize at the AIE Conference in 2023. Securing top honours in back-to-back years at a major national forum underscores his sustained commitment to advancing the field of endourology through research excellence and clinical innovation.
Reacting to the achievement, Prof. (Dr.) Iffat Hassan Shah, Principal/Dean, Superspeciality Hospital, said:
“Prof. Sajjad Nazir’s consistent excellence on a national stage brings immense pride to our institution. His consecutive wins at the AIE Conference are not only personal milestones but also reflect the strong academic and clinical ecosystem we nurture. His work directly translates into advanced patient care and serves as an inspiration for students and colleagues alike.”
Mr. Mohammed Ashraf Hakak, Hospital Administrator, also congratulated Prof. Nazir, stating:
“This recognition is a testament to Prof.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelNazir’s exceptional surgical skill and dedication. Superspeciality Hospital remains committed to supporting innovation and excellence. His success highlights how clinical expertise, combined with research-driven innovation, can achieve national acclaim and significantly improve patient care protocols.”
Expressing his gratitude, Prof. (Dr.) Syed Sajjad Nazir said:
“I am deeply honoured by this recognition from my peers. This award reflects the collective efforts of our dedicated team and our continued pursuit of innovation in endourology. Our focus remains on developing minimally invasive techniques that reduce patient trauma, improve success rates and ensure faster recovery.”
Prof. Nazir’s work exemplifies the strong synergy between academic research and surgical excellence. His consistent achievements at national conferences reaffirm his position as a leading thought leader in urology, particularly in the application of advanced laser technologies for complex stone disease.
About Prof. (Dr.) Syed Sajjad Nazir:
Prof. (Dr.) Syed Sajjad Nazir is a renowned urologist and transplant surgeon and currently heads the Urology and Renal Transplant Centre at Superspeciality Hospital. He is widely recognised for his expertise in minimally invasive and laser urological surgeries, renal transplantation, and his significant academic and clinical research contributions.
About the Advancements in Endourology (AIE) Conference:
The AIE Conference is a leading annual academic forum in India that brings together urologists, academicians and industry experts to discuss the latest advancements, techniques and research in endourology and minimally invasive urological surgery. The Oliver Traxer Prize is a highly prestigious award conferred to recognise outstanding innovation and research excellence in the field.(KNS)