Dr. (Prof) G.P.Dureja
MBBS, MD, FIASP (USA)
- 40 years of experience in pain management
- Started pain clinic at AIIMS, New Delhi
- Expert in back pain and joint pain treatments
Dr. (Prof) G.P. Dureja is a prominent figure in the field of pain management in India. He embarked on his pioneering journey by initiating Pain Management Services at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in 1986, establishing a foundation that would meet and exceed international standards. With a dedicated career spanning over 20 years at AIIMS, he has made significant contributions to the field until 2005.
In recognition of his expertise and dedication, Dr. Dureja was appointed as a Fellow of the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP), a prestigious position that highlights his commitment to advancing pain management globally. He is also an active member of the World Institute of Pain (WIP) and the Indian Society for the Study of Pain (ISSP), further underscoring his role in shaping the discourse and practice of pain management.
Dr. Dureja’s impact extends beyond clinical practice to academia and research. He has been a prolific author, contributing 6 books and over 240 papers on pain management, sharing his knowledge and insights with both the medical community and the public. His role as a thought leader in the field is also evidenced by his frequent invitations to speak at international conferences over the last two decades, where he has shared the platform with other experts to discuss advances and challenges in the field.
In 2005, Dr. Dureja expanded his contributions to the field by establishing the Delhi Pain Management Centre, a facility dedicated to providing state-of-the-art pain management services. This institution serves as a beacon for patients suffering from chronic pain, offering them the latest in pain management therapies and technologies.
Dr. Dureja’s pioneering work has not only transformed pain management in India but has also set a benchmark for excellence globally, making him a revered figure in the medical community.