Dr. Ashutosh Kaul is a highly respected surgeon known for his innovative work at the forefront of modern medicine, particularly in the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within clinical practice. He has developed a keen interest in how AI can reshape patient care through improved diagnostics, decision-making tools, and surgical outcomes.

Dr. Kaul serves as director of minimally invasive surgery at Westchester Medical Center and director of the Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery Fellowship. 

Dr. Kaul’s areas of expertise span a wide range of surgical disciplines, including artificial intelligence in healthcare, bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, hernia surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and reflux surgery. With a clinical philosophy grounded in precision and patient-centric care, he combines technical excellence with a commitment to holistic well-being.

He is a media contributor on topics involving AI in healthcare and advanced surgical practices. Known for clear, evidence-based commentary, Dr. Kaul brings a thoughtful perspective to public conversations about healthcare innovation and digital transformation.

His achievements include leadership as president of the New York State Chapter of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the “Cutting Edge Award” at the Westchester County Doctors of Distinction, repeated recognition on Castle Connolly’s “Top Doctors NY Metro Area” list, inclusion in “America’s Top Minimally Invasive Surgeons,” and early distinction as an “Outstanding Young Man of America.”

Education

Fellowship: Minimal Access Surgery, Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, New York

Residency: General Surgery, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, New Jersey, and Bronx Lebanon Hospital, Bronx, New York

Medical: M.B.B.S., LLRM Medical College, Meerut U.P., India

Post-Graduate: P.G.I.M.E.R., Chandigarh, India, General Surgery

Areas of Expertise

• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• Bariatric Surgery
• Robotic Surgery
• Hernia Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Reflux Surgery

Honors and Awards

• “Cutting Edge Award” at the Annual Westchester County Doctors of Distinction Award, 2017

• Castle and Connolly List of “Top Doctors NY Metro Area,” multiple years
• America's Top Minimally Invasive Surgeons," Consumers Research Council of America

• Honored Member, Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2002-2003 Edition
• Selected Outstanding Young Man of America in recognition of “outstanding professional achievement, superior leadership ability and exceptional service to the community”

Publications

• Kumaraswami S, Futterman I, Pothula S, et. al. "Pushing the Envelope in Obstetric Care: A Case Report of Cesarean Delivery in a Parturient with a BMI >100 kg m(-2)." Case reports in anesthesiology, 2020(), (2020) 5498584. doi: 10.1155/2020/5498584
• Amin A, Zhurov Y, Ibrahim G, et. al. "Combined Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Management of Postcholecystectomy Mirizzi Syndrome from a Remnant Cystic Duct Stone: Case Report and Review of the Literature." Case reports in surgery, 2016(), (2016) 1896368. doi: 10.1155/2016/1896368
• Zhang N, Maffei A, Cerabona T, et. al. "Reduction in obesity-related comorbidities: is gastric bypass better than sleeve gastrectomy?" Surgical endoscopy, 27(4), (2013) 1273-80. doi: 10.1007/s00464-012-2595-7
• Kaul A, Sharma J. "Impact of bariatric surgery on comorbidities." The Surgical clinics of North America, 91(6), (2011) 1295-312, ix. doi: 10.1016/j.suc.2011.08.003
• Risucci DA, Wolfe KC, Kaul A, et. al. "Promoting self-efficacy in minimally invasive surgery training." JSLS : Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, 13(1), (2009) 4-8.
• Ver MR, Rakhlin A, Baccay F, et. al. "Minimally invasive repair of traumatic right-sided diaphragmatic hernia with delayed diagnosis." JSLS : Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, 11(4), (2007) 481-6.
• Artuso D, Wayne M, Kaul A, et. al. "Extremely high body mass index is not a contraindication to laparoscopic gastric bypass." Obesity surgery, 14(6), (2004) 750-4.

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Professional Service

• President, New York State Chapter, American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
• Chair, Insurance Committee, ASMBS (2015–2021)
• Member, Access to Care Committee, ASMBS (2013–2021)
• Member, Compensation and Nominating Committees, ASMBS
• Board Member, NY Chapter, ASMBS (2008–2022)
• Fellowship Council Site Reviewer and Member, Finance Committee
• Member, Operating Room Value Analysis Committee, Westchester Medical Center
• Member, Perioperative Executive Committee, Westchester Medical Center
• Reviewer, Annals of Surgery, Lancet, Surgical Endoscopy, Journal of Robotic Surgery, International Journal of Surgery, and other peer-reviewed journals
• Invited Faculty & Speaker, ASMBS, SAGES, IFSO, and other international surgical conferences
• Director & Course Chair, Bariatric Surgery CME Programs (including live international surgical transmissions)
• Preceptor, Foundations of Clinical Medicine Program, New York Medical College

Memberships and Affiliations

• American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• Fellow Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh), 1993 (FRCS)
• Fellow, American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS)
• NY State Chapter of ASMBS
• Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
• American College of Physician Executives (ACPE)
• Diplomat N.B, National Board of Examinations, New Delhi India
• American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI)
• Westchester County Medical Society
• Medical Society of State of New York
• Surgical Society of New York Medical College