Dr. Sushil Kotru
Leading Diabetologist & Endocrinologist
Transforming Diabetes Care with Expertise & Innovation
MBBS, MD(Medicine), PG Diploma In Endocrinology (Univ. of South Wales, UK), MASTERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY (UNIv. OF SOUTH WALES, UK), FELLOWSHIP IN DIABETES (CMC, VELLORE), FELLOWSHIP IN DIABETIC FOOT MANAGEMENT(FDFM)
Biographical Sketch of Dr. Sushil Kotru
Early Life & Education
Dr. Sushil Kotru, born in Kashmir, overcame early challenges to pursue his passion for medicine. He excelled in his MBBS and later completed his MD, earning recognition for his dedication and academic excellence.
Medical Career & Specialization
He worked as a Senior Resident in Cardiology at Escorts Heart Institute, gaining valuable experience. However, his interest in Diabetes & Endocrinology led him to establish his own clinic early in his career.
Contributions to Diabetes Care
Dr. Kotru played a key role in educating and treating diabetic patients, especially in rural areas. He pioneered Punjab’s first Diabetes Footcare Clinic, providing advanced treatment and preventive care.
Academic & Professional Achievements
His commitment to education led him to join Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda, as an Assistant Professor, where he established the Diabetes & Obesity Care Unit. He is currently associated with MAX Super Speciality Hospital, Bathinda, serving patients across a 200 km radius.
Advanced Specialization & Recognition
Dr. Kotru holds a Fellowship from CMC Vellore and a Master’s in Endocrinology from the University of South Wales, UK. His expertise has earned him:
✅ 1st Prize at DFSICON (PGI Chandigarh) for Poster Presentation
✅ Diabetes Awareness Initiative Award from the World Diabetes Congress
Degrees and Education
- MBBS, MD(Medicine)
- PG Diploma In Endocrinology (Univ. of South Wales, UK)
- MASTERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY (UNIv. OF SOUTH WALES, UK)
- FELLOWSHIP IN DIABETES (CMC, VELLORE)
- FELLOWSHIP IN DIABETIC FOOT MANAGEMENT(FDFM)
Get in Touch
Address: Subash Nagar, Jammu
Contact(J&K): +91 9797595946 | +91 9018946138
Contact Number(Punjab): +91 9780011442 ,+91 8054263346
Email: drsushil.kotru@gmail.com | drkotru@gmail.com
Specialities
- Comprehensive Diabetes Care
- Diabetes Foot Care
- Thyroid Disorders
- Men's Health/ Male Infertility
- Men’s Sexual Disorders & Erectile Dysfunction
- Type 1 Diabetes/ LADA
- Obesity Care
- Diabetes in Pregnancy Care
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Short Stature
- Osteoporosis
- Metabolic Bone Disease
- Parathyroid Disorders
- Secondary Hormone Related Hypertension
- Other Hormones Problem
Certification / Training
Fellowship In Diabetic Foot Management, Indian Podiatry Association (2021).
Masters In Endocrinology, University Of South Wales, Uk (Enrolment No. 12066796) (2018)
Postgraduate Diploma In Endocrinology, University Of South Wales, Uk (Enrolment No. 12066796) With Distinction (2015)
Fellowship In Diabetes Management (Dfid) From Cmc Vellore
Case Based Learning Programme On Sleep Disorders By Ace School Of Sleep Medicine.
Diabetes Care Curriculum For Indian Physicians, Joslin Diabetes Center (Affiliation With Harvard Medical School)
Practical Guidance In Comprehensive Diabetes Management, From Totall Institute Of Health Education, Indore
Post Graduate Certificate Course In Clinical Diabetology, Ima Akn Sinha Institute, New Delhi
Workshop & Training In Pc Based Vascular Doppler Versalab, Vibrotherm & Podiascan For Diabetes Foot Analysis From Diabetes Foot Care India
Distance Based Learning Programme On Management Of Type 2 Diabetes From Royal College Accredited Course Series, Uk.
The Steno Course On Practical Diabetology Held By Steno Diabetes Education Center, Denmark
Advanced Certificate Course In Diabetes- 2014, Cleveland Clinic
Advanced Course In Hypertension From Royal College Accredited Course Series
2000- 2003: Postgraduation [Md-Medicine] From Dr.S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur, University Of Rajasthan, Recognized By Medical Council Of India (Mci) -1st Attempt
1993-1999: Graduation [Mbbs+Internship] From Jln Medical College, Ajmer, University Of Rajasthan, Recognized By Medical Council Of India (Mci)-1st Attempt
Awards & Felcitations
- 🎤 Chaired A Session At “Gastroenterology Conclave 2011” At Adesh Institute Of Medical Sciences And Research, Bathinda.
🏆 Honoured With Best Poster Presentation Award During 13th Annual Dfsi Conference Held At Chandigarh, 2015.
📢 Delivered A Lecture On “Empareg Outcome Study On Sglt2 Inhibitors” At Hp Apicon 2016, Igmc Shimla.
🦸♂️ Awarded Hero Of The Year Award By Max Healthcare, 2015-16.
🌍 Received Diabetes Awareness Initiative Award From World Diabetes Congress On 23rd Feb 2017 At New Delhi For Spreading Diabetes Awareness In Four States Punjab, J&K, Rajasthan And Haryana.
🎤 Chaired Two Sessions At National Conference On Diabetes And Endocrinology (Speedcon 2019), At Leela Ambience, Gurugram, New Delhi.
📢 Delivered A Lecture On “Declare Timi- Study On Sglt2 Inhibitors” At Hp Apicon 2019, Igmc Shimla.
🏆 Awarded “Rssdi-Usv Award For Excellence In Diabetes Care 2019” At 47th Annual Meeting Of Rssdi 2019, Jaipur.
🎤 Chaired Two Sessions At National Conference On Diabetes And Endocrinology (Speedcon 2020), At Leela Ambience, Gurugram, New Delhi.
💻 Panelist For National Level Meeting On “Diabetes And Covid-19 Pandemic” (06.05.2020).
💊 Panelist For ‘Launch Meet’ Of ‘Novel Patented Break Through Antibiotic-Emrok For Diabetic Foot Infections’ From Wockhardt On July,23’2020.
📺 Panelist On Ndtv 24*7 For Live Discussion On Covid-19 Pandemic.
🎓 Speaker For E-Cme On “Management Of Hypoglycemia In Hospitalised Patients” On 6-6-2020 By Torrent Pharma.
🏫 Delivered Lecture To Faculty & Students Of ‘Baba Farid University’ On “Healthy Living During Covid-19 Pandemic & Lockdown”.
💼 Panelist In National Level Meeting On “Scope & Relevance Of Sglt2i/Dpp4i Fdc To Impact Patient Treatment Outcome” Held By ‘Boehringer Ingelheim’.
👨⚕️ On Advisory Board Panel For ‘Sanofi’, ‘Boehringer Ingelheim’, ‘Astrazeneca’, ‘Msd’, ‘Wockhardt’, ‘Usv’, ‘Johnson & Johnson’, ‘Glenmark’.
📻 Live Radiotalk On “Covid-19 & Diabetes” On All India Radio.
📺 Programme On “Covid-19 & Comorbidities” On Doordarshan J&K For Public Awareness.
📱 So Many Facebook Activities For Public Awareness About Diabetes & Other Hormonal Disorders.
🎥 Running Youtube Channel For Public Awareness About Diabetes, Other Disorders & Healthy Lifestyle.
📢 Speaker For The Topic “Optimal Glycemic Control: Evolving Role Of Fast-Acting Insulin Aspart” On 29-09-2019 By Novo Nordisk
Work Experience
Honorary Visiting Faculty & Professor
May 2020 – Till Date: Honorary Visiting Faculty & Professor, Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Bathinda
Senior Consultant & Head, Diabetes & Endocrinology Department
4th April, 2013 – Till Date: Senior Consultant & Head, Diabetes & Endocrinology Department, MAX Superspeciality Hospital, Bathinda, Punjab
Assistant Professor & Head, Diabetes & Obesity Care Unit
1. Oct. 2009- Mar. 2013: Assistant Professor & Head , Diabetes & Obesity Care Unit, Department of Medicine, Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Adesh University, Barnala Road, Bathinda, PUNJAB
Head, Bee Enn Diabetes & Obesity Care Centre
Nov 2008 – Sept 2009: Head, Bee Enn Diabetes & Obesity Care Centre, Jammu.
Medical Director & Chief Consultant Physician & Diabetologist
Dec. 2006 – Oct. 2008: Medical Director & Chief Consultant Physician & Diabetologist, DNK Hospital, Jodhpur
Senior Registrar, Super Speciality Cardiac Care Unit
Oct. 2005 – Nov. 2006: Worked at Escorts Goyal Heart Centre, Jodhpur, in Super Speciality Cardiac Care Unit as Senior Registrar.
Chief Physician
Dec. 2003 – Jul. 2005: Worked as Chief Physician at SHH Balotra Raj.
About Present Department
MEDOC-Max Endocrine, Diabetes & Obesity Care Centre
An innovative concept in Northern India for Diabetes care, MEDOC Centre is a centre of excellence for the management of diabetes, obesity, and other endocrine disorders.
360º Comprehensive Diabetes Care Centre
Various facilities are provided at MEDOC Centre, offering a one-stop solution for managing diabetes and endocrine-related conditions.
Diabetes Education & Awareness Sessions
Sessions conducted by diabetes educators to improve patient knowledge and care.Medical Nutrition Therapy
Registered dieticians provide customized nutrition plans for diabetes management.Exercise, Physical Activity & Yoga Training
Guided sessions for improving physical fitness and overall health.Consultation by Endocrinologists/ Diabetologists
Expert consultation for managing diabetes and related endocrine disorders.Screening for Complications
Screening for both micro and macrovascular complications based on international guidelines.Insulin Administration & Glucometer Use Workshops
Patient workshops on insulin administration and glucometer usage (SMPG).Advanced Diabetes Foot Care Centre
Comprehensive foot care including foot debridement, offloading, and customized footwear for diabetic foot patients.24-hour Diabetes Helpline
Accessible helpline to assist patients at any time.Research in Diabetes
Conducting research to advance diabetes care and management.CME’s, Workshops & Courses for Clinicians & Paramedical Staff
Regular professional development programs for medical staff.Diabetes Awareness Programs & Detection Camps
Organizing awareness programs and detection camps in rural and urban areas.Association with Allied Departments
Collaboration with cardiology, nephrology, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, and other departments for holistic care.
Specialty Clinics and Services
MEDOC Centre runs day-wise specialty clinics for various conditions related to diabetes and endocrine disorders.
- Thyroid Clinic
- Obesity Clinic
- Type I Diabetes Clinic
- Diabetes in Pregnancy (DIP Clinics)
- Endocrine Problems Clinic
- Diabetes & Eye Diseases
- Diabetes & Kidney Diseases
- Sexology Clinic
The clinics are supported by allied departments, ensuring comprehensive care.
State-of-the-Art Facilities & Technology
MEDOC Centre utilizes advanced medical equipment for improved patient care:
Fundus Camera
For retinal screening in diabetic patients.Sleep Study Lab
To assess and diagnose sleep disorders in diabetic patients.Insulin Pumps
For efficient insulin delivery in type 1 and type 2 diabetic patients.Ambulatory Blood Glucose & Blood Pressure Monitoring Devices
For continuous monitoring of glucose and blood pressure.CGMS (Continuous Glucose Monitoring System)
Real-time glucose level tracking for better management.
Bariatric Surgery for Morbid Obesity
The centre also performs bariatric surgeries for morbidly obese patients to aid in weight loss and improve their diabetes control.
Ongoing Research Studies
1. Investigator in LANDMARC Study (Longitudinal Nationwide Study on Management and Real-World Outcomes of Diabetes in India), conducted by Sanofi group. Longitudinal Nationwide study on Management And Real-world outcomes of diabetes in India (LANDMARC study) aimed to understand the micro- and macrovascular complications, glycemic control, and time to treatment adaptation in Indian subjects with T2DM over a follow-up period of 3 years. LANDMARC (CTRI/2017/05/008452) is the first pan-India, prospective, multicenter, observational, and longitudinal study of subjects with T2DM.
2. Investigator in IDMPS Study (International Diabetes Management Practices Study), conducted by Sanofi group.
3. Co-Investigator in a study “Pharmacogenetics of SGLT2 inhibitors”, conducted by Central University of Punjab.
Ongoing Research Studies
1. A review entitled “Role of mRNAs in Diabetic Neuropathy: mechanisms and possible interventions” has been communicated.
2. A review entitled “Role of mRNAs in the pathogenesis of T2DM, Insulin secretion, Insulin resistance and β-cell dysfunction: The story so far” has been accepted and published by Journal of Physiology and Biochemistry.
3. Principal investigator in “Assessment of Hypogonadism in men with Type 2 DM- A cross-sectional study”
4. Purohit, A., Joshi, K., Kotru, B. and Kotru, S. (2012) : Hypolipidemic effects of Bees wax on serum lipid parameters in induced hyperlipidemic male albino Rabbits. J. of cell & tissue research., 12(3): 3311-3316.
5. Purohit, A., Joshi, K., Kotru, B. and Kotru, S. (2013) : Effect of Indian propolis on haematological parameters in experimentally induced hyperlipidemic male albino Rabbits. Asian J. of Pharmaceutical & clinical Research., 6 (1) : 17-19.
6. Purohit, A., Joshi, K., Kotru, B., Kotru, S. and Heera Ram (2012) : Histological study of antiatherosclerotic effect of propolis in induced hypercholesterolemic male albino rabbits. Indian J. of fundamental & applied life sciences., 2 (2) : 384-390.
7. Purohit, A., Kotru, B., Joshi, K., and Kotru, S. (2015) : Toxicological Study Of Policosanol In Experimentally Induced Hyperlipidemic Male Albino Rabbits. International Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology., 5(1) : 38-41.
8. Joshi, K., Kotru, B. and Kotru, S. (2015): Haematological Study Of Indian Bees Wax in Experimentally Induced Hyperlipidemic Male Albino Rabbits. International Journal Of Pharmaceutical Sciences And Research. 5(1) : 10-14.
9. Kotru et. Al( 2014): Intervention of Diabetes foot care practices on the prevention of new diabetic foot ulcers in patients with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Accepted 22 November, 2014, Journal name J. Diabetes Metab. 6:494
Life Membership
1) President “C-Dot Forum” Bathinda
2) Ex-Secretary Physician Forum, Bathinda
3) Indian Medical Association( Raj/6754/54/10/111441/2004-05/Cl)
4) American Diabetes Association( Membership No- 080430810039967) Since Feb 2008
5) Life Member Of Api( L-14359)
6) Easd ( Membership Number- 281331)
7) Indian Thyroid Society ( Membership Number- 1354)
8) Member Aace( 2014-2015)
9) Member Indian Association Of Sexology( Ias-1405)
10) Member Of Medical & Scientific Ethics Committee
Invited Faculty
Dr. Sushil Kotru has been invited as a faculty member at various endocrine and diabetes-related meetings, both regionally and internationally. He has contributed his expertise at events organized by major pharmaceutical companies, including:
- NOVARTIS
- ELI LILY
- NOVO NORDISK
- BOEHRINGER
- AVENTIS
- LUPIN
- ASTRAZENECA
- USV
- BIOCON
- SUN
- MSD
Chairperson / Speaker
- Speaker for Certified Programme in Clinical Diabetology organized by Harvard Medical School, Boston
- Speaker for Certification Programme on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) for Gynaecologists & Obstetricians organized by FOGSI & DIPSI associations
- Chairperson for CME on Hyponatremia conducted by SPS Apollo Hospital, Ludhiana
- Chairperson at Gastroenterology Conclave 2011 under the aegis of Punjab Medical Council, Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Bathinda (28th Aug, 2011)
- Chairperson for CME on Adrenal Disorders by Physicians Forum, Bathinda
Oral Presentations
Dr. Sushil Kotru has conducted CME sessions on topics like:
- Thyroid Disorders
- PCOS
- Gestational Diabetes
- Management of Diabetes
- Newer Diabetes Medications
- Insulin Use in Diabetes
- Newer Diabetes Technologies
These sessions have been conducted across Northern India for the education of healthcare providers.
Oral Presentations
Conferences/CME’s/WORKSHOPS attended :
✅ SPEEDCON 2020, Gurugram, New Delhi
✅ ESICON 2019, Nagpur, Maharashtra
✅ RSSDI 2019, Jaipur, Rajasthan
✅ SPEEDCON 2019, Gurugram, New Delhi
✅ EASD 2018, Berlin
✅ SPEEDCON 2018, Gurugram, New Delhi
✅ ESICON 2017, Thiruvananthapuram
✅ EASD 2017, Barcelona, Spain
✅ EASD 2015, Stockholm, Sweden
✅ ADA – Clinical Update in Diabetes 2015, Bengaluru
✅ ESICON Ahmedabad, 2015
✅ National Diabetic Foot Congress, 13th DFSICON-2015, PGI Chandigarh
✅ Train the Trainers Programme by the Endocrine Society
✅ EASD 2014, Vienna, Austria
✅ AACE 23rd, 2014, Paris Las Vegas
✅ Global Scientific Expert Meeting, 2014, Mumbai
✅ MedPump Advanced-Medtronic Advanced Pump Skills Builder Program on Insulin Pump Therapy and Continuous Glucose Monitoring System, 2014, Medanta, Gurgaon
✅ International Clinical Update on Endocrinology, Hyderabad, India
✅ National Endocrine Congress (ESICON 2014) at Chandigarh
✅ RSSDI 2013, Greater Noida, New Delhi
✅ EASD 2013, Barcelona, Spain
✅ Diabetes Today by EASD 2013, Chandigarh
✅ 71st Annual Scientific Session of ADA, 2011, San Diego, CA
✅ Best of ADA India 2009, Chandigarh
✅ Diabetes Asia 2008 Conference conducted by National Diabetes Institute, Malaysia at Kuala Lumpur
✅ 44th EASD 2008, Rome
✅ ARB Conclave III: Hypertension & Beyond from European CME.CPD Academy
✅ ESICON 2006, Jaipur
✅ NCCP Rajcon, 2003, Dr. S.N. Medical College, Jaipur