Centre for Obesity & Digestive Support
CODS Foundation brings high-quality surgical care and preventive health services to rural and underserved populations, ensuring that healthcare becomes a right, not a privilege.
Foundational Journey
Established in 2009 from a shared vision and collective ideals, the CODS Foundation emerged from a deep commitment to making quality healthcare accessible to every individual — regardless of where they live. What began as a modest initiative, driven by compassion and purpose, soon grew into a mission to bridge the substantial healthcare divide between urban and rural India. Through dedicated medical camps, community outreach programmes, and advanced surgical interventions, CODS has continued to deliver specialised care to regions that once had little or no access, ensuring that hope and healing reach even the most remote corners of the country.
FOUNDERS
Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala
A pioneer in laparoscopic GI and bariatric surgery; Founder of the Digestive Health Institute and the CODS Foundation, dedicated to delivering compassionate and accessible healthcare.
Priyanka Kaul Lakdawala
From investment banking to healthcare and philanthropy; Founder of Soulfuel and Co-founder of Digestive Health Institute & CODS Foundation.
Mentors
It was through the guidance of my mentors that I had the opportunity to attend my very first camp in 2005. Today, I believe both of them are in a better place, smiling from above. Their teachings continue to guide me, and I hope to carry their legacy forward with the same compassion and purpose they instilled in me.
impact
Over the years, CODS Foundation has reached deep into India’s rural and tribal regions — delivering modern healthcare to people who had little to no access before. From life-saving surgeries to preventive health programs, our mission is simple: to heal with skill and compassion.
50 cr+
Worth pro bono surgeries & instruments donated.
2,00,000+
Free medical consultations via JANTA-OPD.
5000+
Lives changed through advance surgical interventions.
Hope through Health
Support. Heal. Empower.
Our Mission
Building Healthier Communities, Strengthening Lives
From life-saving surgeries to preventive care and digital awareness, we are committed to ensuring that every individual — especially in rural and underserved regions — receives the healthcare support they deserve.
Mission
Deliver accessible, advanced healthcare to underserved communities while inspiring future doctors to bridge India’s rural–urban healthcare gap.
Vision
Provide life-changing surgeries to the underprivileged and train the next generation of surgeons in advanced laparoscopic skills.
Philosophy
Healthcare must be compassionate, equitable, and excellent—empowering every individual with dignity, hope, and quality treatment.
Transforming Healthcare across india
Through medical camps, free surgeries, and strong local partnerships, we bring accessible and affordable care to thousands of families across India.
MAHARASHTRA
Impacting Lives Across Baramati , Gadchiroli & Kolhapur
Over the years, CODS has strengthened surgical access for underserved communities across Maharashtra. Our medical outreach teams have conducted 100+ life-changing surgeries, bringing advanced laparoscopic care to people who otherwise had little or no access to specialized healthcare.
Rajasthan
Delivering Life-Saving Surgeries Across Sumerpur & Bhavani Mandi
Rajasthan remains one of CODS’s highest-impact regions, with 1,200+ patients treated through multiple surgical camps. Our work restores mobility, improves quality of life, and brings hope to families through life-saving and reconstructive surgeries.
PUNJAB
Providing Free Surgeries at Dera Hospital, Radhasoami Trust
In collaboration with the Radhasoami Trust, CODS has delivered 75+ free surgical interventions to families with limited financial resources. These camps focus on restoring dignity and health for underserved communities who rely on charitable medical care
Jammu & Kashmir
Resilient Healthcare Delivery Through SKIMS Collaboration
Despite challenging conditions, CODS carried out a major medical initiative in Srinagar through its partnership with SKIMS. Over 500+ patients were consulted and treated in 2019, ensuring essential care reached those who needed it most.
Ethiopia
Enhancing Healthcare Reach in Ethiopia
CODS has extended its medical outreach to Ethiopia through its partnership initiatives in the region. The foundation continues to deliver essential healthcare services to underserved communities, ensuring that individuals receive timely consultations, treatment, and compassionate support.