Professor Radwan Kassir is a distinguished medical professional specializing in digestive and bariatric surgery, currently serving as a Consultant General surgeon at The View Hospital.
With over a decade of experience, Prof. Kassir is a full western-trained surgeon who completed his medical studies in France. His journey includes obtaining the title of Professor of digestive Surgery, one of the most challenging titles to achieve in France, requiring a high level of competence and recognition. He is a member of the prestigious National Academy of Surgery.
Before joining The View Hospital, he served as the president of the Federation of Digestive Surgery of the Territorial Hospital Group in Reunion, and president of the League Against Obesity in Reunion. His leadership extended to chairing several scientific commissions. As an elected member of the Order of Physicians, Professor Kassir played a vital role in medical governance. he took charge of internships at the UFR Réunion-France medical school.
His expertise was further recognized as he served as an expert physician for the French health insurance system. As a doctor accredited by France's High Health Authority (HAS), he played a pivotal role in upholding medical standards. Additionally, he chaired the Scientific Board of the JIR health, Health Strategy in Réunion.
Prof. Kassir is actively involved in clinical research and major holds editorial roles in respected medical journals. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles, contributed to international recommendations and surgical techniques.
Professor Kassir is the author of 11 medical books. He has participated in the development of numerous medical devices. He has been a guest of honor at many conferences/congresses. In 2016, he created his internationally renowned congress WICOD.
Professor Kassir's impressive academic background includes six years as the head of the surgery department at CHU Felix-Guyon, where he established a center of excellence for digestive surgery. He has been recognized with numerous awards.
In his scope of practice, Professor Kassir covers advanced digestive surgery, including bariatric surgery, reflux disease surgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, surgical oncology, trauma surgery, abdominoplasty, surgical emergencies, and general surgery. His surgical talent is remarkable. He has successfully performed a multitude of digestives surgeries of difficult cases some of which have been published in prestigious Journal like NEJM
Professor Kassir's commitment to advancing the field of digestive and bariatric surgery, coupled with his patient-centered approach, has established him as a highly sought-after figure in the international medical community.
