Dr. (Col) Kumud Rai is considered one of the best vascular and endovascular surgeons. He was the President of the Indian Vascular Society, and he trained numerous Vascular Surgeons. His extensive experience spans a variety of fields, and he invented Vascular Surgery. He was honored with the Presidential Citation Award, and the Sena Medal from the President of India, for his contributions during the Kargil War. His areas of expertise include Carotid Surgery, Aortic Aneurysm Repair (open and EVAR), Peripheral Bypass Surgery (Aorto-Femoral, Fem-Distal), and Surgery for Dialysis Access (fistula/grafts).