Rudolf V Schindler Award is the highest category in the prestigious Crystal Awards named after Dr Schindler who is considered as “the father of gastroscopy”
The American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) has honoured Dr D Nageshwar Reddy, Chairman, AIG Hospitals, with the renowned Rudolf V Schindler Award. The award was presented at the ASGE’s annual Crystal Awards virtual ceremony.
With this, Dr Reddy becomes the first Indian medical practitioner to win this award.
Rudolf V Schindler Award is the highest category in the prestigious Crystal Awards named after Dr Schindler who is considered as “the father of gastroscopy.”
While presenting the award to Dr Reddy, Dr Klaus Mergener, President, ASGE, said, “ASGE’s highest honour is given to a member who has accomplishments in endoscopic research, teaching, and/or service to the field of GI Endoscopy that exemplifies the standards and traditions of Dr Schindler.
“Dr Reddy is one of the first to promote endoscopy in India and has led the charge of educating numerous endoscopists all over the world.”
Speaking on his achievement, Dr Reddy said, “It is humbling for me as an international member of ASGE to receive the ASGE’s Rudolf V Schindler Award. This is also a testament to all the endoscopists worldwide even from the developing nations that hard work and dedication are recognised by society irrespective of where they work. With this honour, I rededicate myself to the education and promotion of quality endoscopy. My contributions to the field of endoscopy and my success would not have been possible without the support of my wife Carol and my family. I owe deep gratitude to my colleagues and staff at AIG hospitals, India for sharing and supporting my vision of providing quality affordable care, promote education and research in endoscopy.”