- NameDr. Dhirubhai Chhaganbhai Patel
- Emaildrdcpatel88@gmail.com
- Phone+91 98797 45588
- +91 96388 14388
Dr. D. C. Patel
M.S. (General Surgery) Specialist in Traumatology, Toxicology & Snakebite Management
Distinguished General Surgeon and Toxicologist with over 40 years of experience, recognized as one of India’s foremost experts in snakebite management. Founder of Shree Sainath Hospital, single‑handedly treating over 21,600+ snakebite patients with a survival rate of ~99%. A pioneer in region‑specific antivenom research and community awareness, instrumental in establishing India’s first Snake Research Institute at Dharampur, Gujarat. His protocol for optimal antivenom use and prevention of complications has gained national and international recognition.
Vision
Zero snakebite deaths in India through treatment excellence, training, awareness, and region‑specific antivenom.
Current Positions
1990–Present: Founder & Chief Surgeon, Shree Sainath Surgical & Maternity Hospital
2020–Present: Vice-Chairman, Snake Research Institute (SRI), Dharampur
Lead Trainer, Nationwide doctor training programs on Snakebite Management & Airway Management
Public Health Advocate, Snakebite Awareness and Prevention Programs
Core Expertise
Snakebite Management & Treatment
Traumatology & Critical Care
General Surgery
Airway Management & Endotracheal Intubation
Venom Research & Region Specific Antivenom Development
Public Health, Community Outreach & Disaster Management
Medical Officer Training
Education
M.B.B.S., M.S. (General Surgeon)
South Gujarat University
Impact in Snakebite Eradication (35+ Years)
Community Awareness
- Educated 1,50,000+ tribal villagers to disbelieve superstition and seek timely medical care
- Reached 25,000+ students to educate the ecological importance of snakes
- Designed and distributed thousands of protective gumboots for 6+ years to prevent snakebites
- Organized regular free surgical camps for under‑served tribal communities
Research & Policy
- 2021 – Co‑author, PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
- 2020 – Key role in establishing Snake Research Institute
Disaster Relief & Emergency Service
- 2001 – Bhuj Earthquake (Emergency Surgeries)
- 1994 – Surat Plague (Medical Volunteer)
Honors & Awards
2023 – Certificate of Honor, Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel (77th Independence Day)
2017 – Jewel of Nation Award, National Anti‑Crime & Human Rights Council of India
2017 – Limca Book of Records (Removed World’s 2nd Largest & India’s Largest(1.365 kg) Urinary Bladder Stone)
2012 – Indian Medical Association Award
2006 – State Honor by Smt. Anandiben Patel
2005 – Felicitation by Governor of Gujarat in presence of Shri Narendra Modi
2004 – Karma Yogi Award, Mohan Gandhi Foundation
1990 – Dharampur Ratna Award, Sankar Seva Trust
