Dr. (Maj Gen) Darshan Singh Bhakuni
Experience: 44+ Years
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali
Delhi NCR, India
Introduction
Dr. (Maj Gen) Darshan Singh Bhakuni is employed as the Senior Director for Rheumatology at Max Super Speciality Hospital. The clinical activities that he performs include monitoring difficult cases of autoimmune disorders, controlling joint inflammation, and initiating biologic therapy programs. During his career spanning more than forty years, he has treated several cases of advanced rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, lupus, and vasculitis. Local families consult him for his experience in performing specialised intra-articular joint injections for rapid pain relief.
About Dr. (Maj Gen) Darshan Singh Bhakuni
Dr. (Maj Gen) Darshan Singh Bhakuni completed his basic medical MBBS studies at King George’s Medical College, Lucknow, in 1982. He then finished his MD in General Medicine from the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, in 1989, where he secured the first rank in the university. To further specialise, he completed a 2-year specialised Post Doctoral Certified Course (PDCC) in Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology at Sanjay Gandhi PGIMS, Lucknow, in 1998.
He served with stellar distinction in the Indian Armed Forces Medical Corps for 36 years before transitioning to premier corporate healthcare. He ran the clinical rheumatology wing as Professor and Head of Department at the prestigious Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi, for six years, and as Chief Consultant at Command Hospital, Lucknow. His corporate career includes holding senior consultant positions at Manipal Hospital Dwarka and Fortis Escorts Heart Institute.
Qualifications
- MBBS (King George’s Medical College, Lucknow University, 1982).
- MD in General Medicine (Armed Forces Medical College, Pune University, 1989).
- PDCC in Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology (Sanjay Gandhi PGIMS, Lucknow, 1998).
Awards & Recognition
- Awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) by the President of India (2013).
- Received the Chief of Army Staff Commendation for military medical services (2011).
- Won the international APLAR travel fellowship for research presentation.
- Secured the Best Paper Award from the Indian Rheumatology Association (1997).
- Worked as the Secretary of the Delhi Rheumatology Association.
Specialities & Expertise
- Treating severe autoimmune diseases like SLE and Scleroderma.
- Managing Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis in young patients.
- Performing precise diagnostic and therapeutic joint injections.
- Diagnosing complex systemic vasculitis and giant cell arteritis.
- Therapy for Ankylosing Spondylitis, Gout, and Uric Acid Issues.
- Managing bone conditions like osteoporosis and fibromyalgia.
Patient Experience & Approach
Dr. (Maj Gen) Darshan Singh Bhakuni talks to families in plain language without using confusing medical terms. He knows that being told about chronic autoimmune conditions or dealing with long-term joint damage is very stressful for average individuals. In meetings, he concentrates on making his explanations clear so that patients will be sure of what lies ahead. His clarity in approach makes patients feel safe as well as knowledgeable about administering their immunosuppressive medications and managing systemic flares.