Before her recent move to sunny California, Dr. Misra held the positions of General Surgeon, and was an Assistant Professor of Surgery at McMaster University. She was Co-Director of the Bariatric Surgery program, Associate Director for Center of Minimal Access Surgery (CMAS) and CTU Director for Senior Medical Students at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton, ON, Canada. She was the Director and Co-Founder of the Canadian Institute of Bariatric Options (CIBO). This is one of the first Canadian comprehensive multidisciplinary outpatient weight loss programs that involves surgical, medical, psychological, nutritional, and fitness programs. Dr. Misra has an impressive educational background that includes completion of the Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgical Fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA in 2005. Since completion of her training, she has performed thousands of advanced laparoscopic, bariatric, and endoscopic procedures. She is Board Certified to practice General Surgery in both Canada and the USA. |
ABOUT DR. MONALI MISRA
Dr. Misra has been the recipient of a number of Honors and Awards, some of which are the “Most Distinguished Poster Presentation” awarded at S.A.G.E.S. (Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) Conference, Denver, CO, Mar. 2004. The Third Place Award at the Annual Surgical Residents Research Day, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Oct. 2001, Dr. Misra was on the Dean’s Honor List ranking in the Top 5% of students in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan in 1995. Dr Misra was also awarded the Canada Scholarship in Science and Engineering, by the Government of Canada through Industry, Science, and Technology for the entire degree program and the Saskatchewan General Proficiency Award, from the Saskatchewan Government, based on her academic standing in1993.
Dr. Misra’s research experience includes presentations at numerous national and international research meetings on advance laparoscopic techniques and metabolic surgery. Currently she is working on projects regarding bariatric surgery and type II diabetes.
In addition Dr. Misra has been the program director for numerous educational programs at the Center for Minimal Access Surgery. These courses were designed to teach surgeons, residents and nurses advanced and innovative techniques in surgery.
Dr. Misra’s professional affiliations include: the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons (ASMBS), Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), Canadian Medical Association, Ontario Medical Association, Canadian Medical Protective Association, Canadian Association of General Surgeons, Treasurer, Secretary, Vice president, and finally President of The St. Joseph’s Hospital Medical Staff Association in 2010.
Dr. Misra’s experience is lengthy and spans over 13 years. She has DaVinci Robotic Training Certification, Basic and Advanced Laparoscopic Skills Course Certification, as well as Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
Dr. Misra’s varied interests extend beyond surgery; she has been featured on a Television Series on the Life Network and Discovery Health Channel - Examining experiences in training of McMaster medical students and residents, 2002, 2003, 2004. As well, she has given Professional East Indian Semi-Classical Dance performances all over North America over the past 20 years.
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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgical Fellowship
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA |
2004 - 2005 |
| American Board of Surgery Certification in General Surgery |
2005 |
| Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada |
2004 |
General Surgery Residency - Chief Resident in final year
McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada |
1999 – 2004 |
| Medical Council of Canada Licensing Exam – Part II |
2000 |
| Medical Council of Canada Licensing Exam – Part I |
1999 |
College of Medicine
University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada |
1995 – 1999 |
College of Arts and Science - Major in Biology
University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada |
1993 – 1995 |
CURRENT STATUS AT MCMASTER UNIVERSITY
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| Present: General Surgeon, St. Joseph’s Hospital, McMaster University |
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| Assistant Professor, Dept. of Surgery, Faculty of Health Sciences |
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| Associate Director of Bariatric Program, St. Joseph’s Healthcare |
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| Associate Director for Center of Minimal Access Surgery (CMAS) |
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| Director of Bariatric Surgery, Canadian Institute of Bariatric Options, Toronto |
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| CTU Undergraduate Director at St. Joseph’s Healthcare |
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CURRENT PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
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President, Medical Staff Association Executive,
St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton |
2009-present |
| Member, Medical Advisory Executive Committee |
2008-present |
| Member, Board of Trustees, St. Joseph’s Healthcare |
2008-present |
| Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS) |
2007-present |
| Member, Residency Education Committee |
2007-present |
| Member, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) |
2006-present |
| Member, American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons (ASBMS) |
2006-present |
| Member, Medical Advisory Committee |
2006-present |
| Member, Canadian Obesity Network |
2006-present |
| Member, Canadian Association of General Surgeons |
2006-present |
| Member, Hamilton Academy of Medicine |
2005-present |
| Member, Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery Faculty |
2005-present |
| Fellow of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) |
2005-present |
| Member, Canadian Medical Association |
2004-present |
| Member, Ontario Medical Association |
2004-present |
| Member, Canadian Medical Protective Association |
1999-present |
HONORS AND AWARDS
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| Awarded by the Undergraduate MD Program Class of 2008, Outstanding Preceptor Award - Surgery |
2008 |
| Awarded by the Undergraduate MD Program Class of 2007, Outstanding Preceptor Award – Surgery |
2007 |
| Nominated for the PAIRO Trust Fund Travel Award for Clinical Educators (1 of 2 from McMaster University) |
2007 |
| Canadian Association of Medical Educators, Certificate of Merit Award, Canada (Awarded to one) |
2007 |
| Most Distinguished Poster Presentation awarded at S.A.G.E.S. (Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) Conference Denver, CO |
March 2004 |
| Third Place Award at Annual Surgical Residents’ Research Day, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario |
October 2001 |
| Dean’s Honor List (Top 5% of students in the College of Arts and Science), University of Saskatchewan |
1995 |
| Canada Scholarship in Science and Engineering, Government of Canada through Industry, Science, and Technology for entire degree program |
1995 |
| Saskatchewan General Proficiency Award, Saskatchewan Government, based on academic standing |
1993 |
PUBLICATIONS
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| Taylor VH, Misra M. Bariatric Surgery in patients with Bipolar Disorder: an emerging issue. Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience. 2009; 34(4):336. |
2009 |
| Taylor VH, Misra M, Mukherjee S. "Is red meat intake a risk factor for breast cancer among premenopausal women?" Breast Cancer Research and Treatment. June 20, 2009 |
2009 |
| Journal Article, Dept. of General Surgery, Dr. D. Birch, Dr. M. Misra - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON. The Feasibility of introducing advanced minimally invasive surgery into surgical practice. – Can J Surg. 2007 Aug; 50(4):256-60 |
2007 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. S.Cunneen, Dr. E.Phillips, Dr. M. Misra - Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA. Device Related Reoperations After Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band Placement – Accepted for presentation at American College of Surgeons Conference in Santa Barbara, California, Jan. 2005, Am Surg.2005 Sep; 71(9): 738-43 |
2004-2005 |
| ournal Article, Dept. of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Dr. E. H. Phillips, Dr. M. Misra - Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. Splenic Malignancy: A Minimally Invasive Approach – The Cancer Journal, a publication of the National Cancer Institute, 2005 Jan-Feb; 11(1):36-42. |
2004-2005 |
| Case Report, Dept. of Thoracic Surgery, Dr. D. Maziak, Dr. F. Shamji, Dr. M. Misra - Ottawa General Hospital, Ottawa, ON. A case report on the rare presentation and treatment of esophageal leiomyomatosis - Medical Science Monitor. 2003 9(11): CS98-101 |
2003 |
Bamehriz F, Misra M, Anvari M, Allen CJ. Incidence of Symptomatic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease after Laparoscopic Heller’s myotomy Without Anti-reflux Procedure. Surg Endosc 2002;16 (Suppl 1): S275
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2002 |
ABSTRACTS |
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Abstract, Dept. of Surgery, Dr. S. Malik, Dr. S. Pooler, Dr. M. Misra, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr. M. Anvari – St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton, ON. Management of Acute Mechanical Small Bowel Obstruction in the Octogenarian – Is Minimally Invasive Approach Safe? – Accepted for publication in Canadian Journal of Surgery.
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2009 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Surgery, Dr. B. Teague, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr, M. Anvari, Dr. M. Misra – St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton, ON. Evaluation of a Novel Magnetic Enteral Anastamosis in Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES) – Accepted for poster presentation at NOSCAR, Boston, July 2009. |
2009 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Surgery, Dr. B. Teague, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr, M. Anvari, Dr. M. Misra – St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton, ON. Hybrid Notes Transvaginal Sleeve Gastrectomy – Accepted for poster presentation at NOSCAR, Boston, July 2009. |
2009 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. S.Cunneen, Dr. E.Phillips, Dr. M. Misra - Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA. Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass for Morbid Obesity - Accepted for presentation at American College of Surgeons Conference in Santa Barbara, California, Jan. 2005, paper pending |
2004 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. S.Cunneen, Dr. E.Phillips, Dr. M. Misra - Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA. Moderate Weight Loss Produces Significant Improvement in Comorbid Conditions After Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding – Accepted for presentation at S.A.G.E.S. (Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) Conference, Florida, April 2005, paper pending |
2004 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. S.Cunneen, Dr. E.Phillips, Dr. M. Misra, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA. Pattern of Weight Loss During the First 6 Months After Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding Predicts Success – pending |
2004 |
POSTERS |
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Accepted for poster presentation at Canadian Association of General Surgeons Meeting (CAGS), Victoria BC, Sept 2009
Abstract, Dept. of Surgery, Dr. Samaad Malik, Dr. S. Pooler, Dr. M. Misra, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr, M. Anvari – St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton, ON. The Effectiveness of Laparoscopic Approach for The Management of Acute Mechanical Bowel Obstruction in the Octogenarian. |
Sept 2009 |
| Accepted for poster presentation at NOSCAR, Boston |
July 2009 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Surgery, Dr. Ben Teague, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr, M. Anvari, Dr. M. Misra – St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton, ON. Evaluation of a Novel Magnetic Enteral Anastamosis in Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES). |
July 2009 |
| Abstract, Dept. of Surgery, Dr. Ben Teague, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr, M. Anvari, Dr. M. Misra – St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton, ON. Hybrid Notes Transvaginal Sleeve Gastrectomy. |
July 2009 |
| Research awarded for most distinguished poster presentation at Annual S.A.G.E.S. (Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) Conference, Denver, Colorado, U.S.A. |
March 2004 |
| Research accepted for poster presentation at Annual S.A.G.E.S. (Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) Conference, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. |
March 2003 |
Research accepted for poster presentation at Annual S.A.G.E.S. (Society
of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) Conference,New York, U.S.A. |
March 2002 |
RESEARCH PROJECTS |
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| Research Project, Dept. of General Surgery, Dr. M. Anvari, et.al., Dr. M. Misra, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON. A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Laparoscopic Surgery and Open Surgery in Patients with Rectal Cancer. Work in Progress |
2008-present |
| Research Project. Principle Investigator for International Mesh Registry. Comparing clinical outcomes in a five year follow-up, multicenter, international hernia mesh registry.- ($12,500.00 grant funding). |
2008-present |
| Research Project, Dept. of General Surgery, Dr. M. Anvari, Dr. M. Misra, McMaster University, Hamilton. Development of an Assessment Tool to Measure Flexible Endoscopic Performance. Work in progress |
2008-present |
| Research Project, Dept. Of General Surgery, Dr. M. Anvari, Dr. M. Misra Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr. Goldsmith, Dr. Iacobellis, Dr. Sharma, Dr. Taylor, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON. Co-Principle Investigator. A Prospective Randomized Controlled Pilot Study of Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery for Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes in Obese Patients with End Organ Damage – ($155,000 grant funding, work in progress) |
2007-present |
| Research Project, Dept. Of General Surgery, Dr. M. Misra, Dr. A. Alderazi, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON. Principal Investigator. A Randomized Controlled Study Comparing Preoperative Management of Oral Intake Prior to Laparoscopic Procedures vs. Traditional Methods (Grant funding-$14,800, work in progress) |
2007-present |
| Research Project, Dept. of Surgery, Dr. M. Misra, N. Golda, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON. Relationship of Surgery Clerkship Timing, Student Satisfaction and Academic Performance (submitted for publication) |
2007-present |
| Research Project, Dept. of General Surgery, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr. N. Amin, Dr. M. Anvari, Dr. M. Misra, Dr. L. Biertho, Dr. F. Farrokhyar, Dr. C. Gill-Pottruff, Dr. K. Kahnamoui, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON. A Pilot Study of Bupivicaine Infusion in Abdominal Surgery - Residence Research Day. |
2006-present |
| Case Report, Department of General Surgery, Dr. N. Kahn, Dr. M. Misra, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario. Abdominal TB versus Ovarian Carcinoma; A High Risk Diagnostic Dilemma – work in progress |
2007-present |
| Case Report, Dept. of General Surgery, Dr. M. Cadeddu, Dr. M. Misra -McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario. A case report describing the rare complication of the intra-abdominal migration of a mesh plug presenting as appendicitis, effectively diagnosed and treated laparoscopically - work in progress |
2002 |
| Centre for Minimal Access Surgery Courses |
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1. Laparoscopic Basic Residents Course (program director) - Aug. 21 & 22, 2009
2. Laparoscopic Bariatric Course (live surgery, lecturer, & hands on teaching) - June 12&13, 2009
3.McMaster Annual Bariatric Course (expert guest lecturer) - June 11, 2009
4. Laparoscopic Colorectal Course (live surgery, lectures and moderator) - Oct. 3&4, 2008
5. Laparoscopic Colorectal Course (live surgery, lectures and moderator) - May2 &3, 2008
6. Laparoscopic Advanced Residents Course (lectures & hands on teaching) - November 14 &15, 2008
7. Nurses Course (expert guest lecturer) - Nov, 7, 2008
8. 1st Canadian N.O.T.E.S Course - February 28th, 2008
9. Nurses Course (expert guest lecturer) - November 9, 2007
10. Laparoscopic Basic Residents Course (program director, live surgery, lectures and moderator) - August 24& 25, 2007
11. Nurses Course (expert guest lecturer) - May 4, 2007
12. Laparoscopic Colorectal Course (lectures & moderator) - March 30&31 2007
13. Laparoscopic Hernia Course (lectures & hands on teaching) - Feb.9&10, 2007
14. Laparoscopic Advanced Residents Course (lectures & hands on teaching) - December 1&2, 2006
15. Laparoscopic Colorectal Course (lectures & hands on teaching) - November 24& 25, 2006
16. Basic Residents Course (program organization & coordinating, lectures & hands on teaching) September 29&30, 2006
17. Laparoscopic Colorectal Course (lectures & hands on teaching) February 24 & 25, 2006
18. Laparoscopic Bariatric Course (lectures & hands on teaching) February 17& 18, 2006
19. Nurses Course (expert guest lecturer) May 5, 2006, Nov. 11, 2005
20. 2nd Annual McMaster Bariatric Conference (expert guest lecturer) April 20, 2006
21. Basic Residents Course (program organizer and coordinator, lectures & hands on teaching) October 29 & 30, 2005 |
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SKILLS |
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| DaVinci Robotic Training Certification |
October 2004 |
| Advanced Laparoscopic Skills Course Certification |
November 2001 |
| Basic Laparoscopic Skills Course Certification |
November 1999 |
| A.C.L.S. Certification |
May 2004 |
| B.C.L.S. Certification |
June 2004 |
| A.T.L.S. Certification |
July 1999 |
| P.A.L.S. Certification |
November 1998 |
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE |
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| President, Medical Staff Association, St. Joseph’s Healthcare |
2009-2010 |
| Member, Board of Trustees, St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton |
2009-2010 |
| Vice President, Medical Staff Executive, St. Josephs Hospital |
2008-2009 |
| Member, Medical Advisory Committee, St. Joseph’s Hospital |
2008-2010 |
| Member, Physician Hospital Relationship Working Group, Ontario Medical Association |
2007-2009 |
| Secretary, Medical Staff Executive, St. Joseph’s Hospital |
2007-2008 |
| Treasurer, Medical Staff Executive, St. Joseph’s Hospital |
2006-2007 |
| Surgical Residency Education Committee Resident Representative |
1999-2004 |
| P.A.I.R.O. (Professional Association of Interns and Residents of Ontario) General Council Resident Representative |
2001-2003 |
| Resident Health and Well-Being Committee Resident Representative–(Sub-committee of P.A.I.R.O. Council) |
2001-2003 |
| Surgical Research Committee Resident Representative |
2001-2002 |
| Elected Treasurer/Secretary of Class of Medicine |
1997-1999 |
| Elected Student Medical Society Executive Secretary |
1997-1998 |
| Elected Vice-President of Academic Affairs, College of Arts and Sciences Students’ Union, University of Saskatchewan |
1995-1996 |
| Elected Vice-President of Internal Affairs, College of Arts and Sciences Students’ Union, University of Saskatchewan |
1994-1995 |
| Appointed Member of University Council, University of Saskatchewan |
1993-1995 |
| Appointed Member of Enrollments and Admissions Board, University Council, University of Saskatchewan |
1994-1995 |
| Appointed Chairperson of Elections and Appointments Board, Arts and Sciences Students’ Union, University of Saskatchewan |
1994-1995 |
| Appointed Member of Faculty of Arts and Sciences Association, University of Saskatchewan |
1993-1995 |
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