Dr. Vijay Prakash is one of the most respected and experienced Gastroenterologists in Bihar, with over 34 years of clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive, liver, pancreatic, and gastrointestinal diseases. He currently serves as the Director and Consultant Gastroenterologist at BIG Apollo Spectra Hospital, Patna.

An outstanding academician, Dr. Vijay Prakash, topped the I.Sc. Examination conducted by Ranchi University in 1971. He completed his MBBS from Patna Medical College (PMC) in 1978, graduating as the Best Graduate of his batch. He later earned his MD in Medicine from PGIMER, Chandigarh, in 1983, where he was awarded a Silver Medal for securing the highest position in his subject.

Dr. Vijay Prakash has played a pioneering role in advancing gastroenterology services in Bihar. He established the Department of Gastroenterology at Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Patna, and later at Patna Medical College & Hospital (PMCH). He served as Professor & Head, Department of Medicine at PMCH (2004–2008) before becoming the Professor & Head of the Department of Gastroenterology.

A passionate teacher, researcher, and mentor, Dr. Vijay Prakash has organized and participated in numerous national and international medical conferences. He has authored and guided several research publications and has held prestigious positions in various national medical and academic organizations.

In 2009, Dr. Vijay Prakash founded BIG Hospital, Patna, with the vision of providing comprehensive and affordable gastroenterology care to the people of Bihar. Under his leadership, the hospital has grown into a leading multi-specialty healthcare institution with the addition of several super-specialty departments, while continuing its commitment to accessible, patient-centric, and high-quality medical care.

BIG Hospital has also become a platform for talented doctors from Bihar, trained at premier medical institutions across the country, to return and serve the people of their home state. Through this vision, Dr. Vijay Prakash has played a significant role in strengthening advanced healthcare services in Bihar.

Dr. Vijay Prakash has made remarkable contributions to clinical research and medical education by authoring and mentoring numerous scientific publications in gastroenterology. In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the field of medicine, he was awarded the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2003.

Dr. Vijay Prakash currently serves as the Director and Consultant Gastroenterologist at BIG Apollo Spectra Hospital, Patna, where he continues to provide advanced diagnostic endoscopy, therapeutic endoscopy, and expert treatment for disorders of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and digestive system. His extensive experience, academic excellence, and commitment to clinical innovation have earned him the trust of thousands of patients, making him one of the most sought-after gastroenterologists in Bihar.