Who are the best general surgeons in India?

Some of the best general surgeons in India are: Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani Dr. B M L Kapoor Dr. Paritosh S Gupta Dr. Rajan Madan

What factors should I consider before choosing a general surgeon in India?

The factors to consider while choosing a general surgeon in India include the surgeon’s qualifications, experience, hospital affiliation, specialisation, patient reviews, and success rates.

How long is the recovery period after general surgery?

The recovery period of minor surgeries may take 4 to 5 days, whereas major surgeries may take 3 to 4 weeks, depending on the complexity of the surgery.

Can I consult a general surgeon online through Vaidam Health before travelling to India?

Yes, you can get online consultations with top surgeons of India through Vaidam Health before travelling to India.

What are the common risks of general surgery?

Possible risks include infection, bleeding, anaesthesia reactions, and delayed healing, though these are minimised with expert care.

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Dr. Debojit Kumar Roy

Obesity and Bariatric Surgeon

Kolkata, India

34+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Ruby General Hospital, Kolkata

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Dr. Debojit Kumar Roy is a leading General Surgeon with +31 years of experience in the field of performing various surgeries. He is also a well-known laparoscopic surgeon.
He is professionally affiliated to several medical societies such as, the Association of Surgeons of India, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endo- Surgeons, the Indian Medical Association, the Asia Pacific Hernia Society, the Indian Association of Hernia Surgeons and the Indian Federation of Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology.
Dr. Roy is an MBBS, and holds higher qualification of MS and a fellowship from the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons.
He is renowned for performing incisional hernia, endoscopic surgery, and several laparoscopic procedures such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy/CBD exploration/hernioplasty/appendectomy/Hydatid cyst of liver/ureteric stones/pyelolithotomy/hysterectomy/myomectomy/ovariotomy/HPB and other GI surgeries.
Patients also consult him for treatments of urinary incontinence, piles/appendicitis/gall bladder stones.
Dr. Roy's scope of work also involves gynaecological endoscopy and gastro surgery.

Dr. Debojit Kumar Roy is a leading General Surgeon with +31 years of experience in the field of performing various surgeries. He is also a well-known laparoscopic surgeon.
He is professionally affiliated to several medical societies such as, the Association of Surgeons of India, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endo- Surgeons, the Indian Medical Association, the Asia Pacific Hernia Society, the Indian Association of Hernia Surgeons and the Indian Federation of Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology.
Dr. Roy is an MBBS, and holds higher qualification of MS and a fellowship from the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons.
He is renowned for performing incisional hernia, endoscopic surgery, and several laparoscopic procedures such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy/CBD exploration/hernioplasty/appendectomy/Hydatid cyst of liver/ureteric stones/pyelolithotomy/hysterectomy/myomectomy/ovariotomy/HPB and other GI surgeries.
Patients also consult him for treatments of urinary incontinence, piles/appendicitis/gall bladder stones.
Dr. Roy's scope of work also involves gynaecological endoscopy and gastro surgery.

Dr. Dilip Trivedi

Obesity and Bariatric Surgeon

Mumbai, India

54+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: S. L. Raheja Hospital, Mumbai

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Dr. Dilip Trivedi is one of the most respected and experienced General & Laparoscopic Surgeons with nearly 50+ years in the field.
He is an eminent member of the Maharashtra Medical Council, Indian Medical Association (IMA), and several other prestigious organizations over the years.
He pursued his MBBS in the year 1966 from the University Of Mumbai, Mumbai, and later MS in the year 1970 from the same university. He has also trained as a Fellow under the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, London, UK.
Dr. Trivedi takes a keen interest in treatments such as General Surgery, Gastroenterology Surgery, Hepatology Liver Surgery, Thyroid, Laparoscopic Surgery, Gastroenterological Endoscopy, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Pancreatic surgery, etc.
In an academic career spanning almost two decades, he has trained undergraduate and postgraduate students at several academic organizations such as T.N.M.C and B.Y.L Nair Hospital.
He has authored 21 research publications, 26 conference papers, and been a part of 23 research projects.

Dr. Dilip Trivedi is one of the most respected and experienced General & Laparoscopic Surgeons with nearly 50+ years in the field.
He is an eminent member of the Maharashtra Medical Council, Indian Medical Association (IMA), and several other prestigious organizations over the years.
He pursued his MBBS in the year 1966 from the University Of Mumbai, Mumbai, and later MS in the year 1970 from the same university. He has also trained as a Fellow under the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, London, UK.
Dr. Trivedi takes a keen interest in treatments such as General Surgery, Gastroenterology Surgery, Hepatology Liver Surgery, Thyroid, Laparoscopic Surgery, Gastroenterological Endoscopy, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Pancreatic surgery, etc.
In an academic career spanning almost two decades, he has trained undergraduate and postgraduate students at several academic organizations such as T.N.M.C and B.Y.L Nair Hospital.
He has authored 21 research publications, 26 conference papers, and been a part of 23 research projects.

Dr. GH Raju

General Surgeon

Bangalore, India

26+ years of experience

Consultant

4.4 (14 Ratings)

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Dr. GH Raju is a renowned General surgeon, who has been practicing for more than 22 years.
He specializes in minimally invasive surgery, bariatric surgery, endoscopy, colorectal surgery, and several other procedures.
He also holds an expertise in face lift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty,hair transplant, lung transplant, etc.
Dr. Raju completed his MBBS from JSS Medical College Mysore in 1992, followed by MS in General Surgery from Dr. BR Ambedkar Medical College in 1998.
He also did Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery from The Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India in 2008.
He has been registered with Karnataka Medical Council since 1992.

Dr. GH Raju is a renowned General surgeon, who has been practicing for more than 22 years.
He specializes in minimally invasive surgery, bariatric surgery, endoscopy, colorectal surgery, and several other procedures.
He also holds an expertise in face lift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty,hair transplant, lung transplant, etc.
Dr. Raju completed his MBBS from JSS Medical College Mysore in 1992, followed by MS in General Surgery from Dr. BR Ambedkar Medical College in 1998.
He also did Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery from The Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India in 2008.
He has been registered with Karnataka Medical Council since 1992.

Dr. Kumar Palaniappan

Laparoscopic Surgeon

Chennai, India

16+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, Chennai

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Dr. Kumar Palaniappan is a well-known Liver Specialist at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Center.
His medical interests are Living donor and Deceased donor liver transplantation, Laparoscopic donor hepatectomy, Laparoscopic HPB surgery including laparoscopic hepatic and pancreatic resections, and Single-incision laparoscopic surgery.
He has obtained training certification in Liver Transplantation from Medanta - the Medicity, Gurgaon followed by Robotic HPB Surgery from Vattikuti Institute of Robotic Surgery.
He has been honored with several best awards at national and international conferences.

Dr. Kumar Palaniappan is a well-known Liver Specialist at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Center.
His medical interests are Living donor and Deceased donor liver transplantation, Laparoscopic donor hepatectomy, Laparoscopic HPB surgery including laparoscopic hepatic and pancreatic resections, and Single-incision laparoscopic surgery.
He has obtained training certification in Liver Transplantation from Medanta - the Medicity, Gurgaon followed by Robotic HPB Surgery from Vattikuti Institute of Robotic Surgery.
He has been honored with several best awards at national and international conferences.

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Dr. M Nandakishore

General Surgeon

Chennai, India

32+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Apollo Specialty Hospital, OMR

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Dr. M Nandakishore is an eminent General Surgeon practicing for more than 29 years.
He is well-trained in various surgical procedures including Vaser Liposuction, Breast Reduction Surgery, Rhinoplasty, etc.
After completing MBBS in 1992, he pursued MS in General Surgery in 1999.
He is professionally affiliated with The Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES) and Addiction Severity Index (ASI).

Dr. M Nandakishore is an eminent General Surgeon practicing for more than 29 years.
He is well-trained in various surgical procedures including Vaser Liposuction, Breast Reduction Surgery, Rhinoplasty, etc.
After completing MBBS in 1992, he pursued MS in General Surgery in 1999.
He is professionally affiliated with The Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES) and Addiction Severity Index (ASI).

Dr. Manjunath Haridas

Obesity and Bariatric Surgeon

Bangalore, India

24+ years of experience

Consultant

5.0 (23 Ratings)

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Dr. Manjunath Haridas is a very highly experienced General Surgeon having a practice of +21 years in the field of general, laparoscopic and GI surgeries.
He holds professional memberships of the, American Board of Surgery, the International College of Surgeons and is also a fellow of the International College of Surgeons.
After completing MBBS in 2000 from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, he pursued the MD degree and was a clinical research fellow. He has also completed his training in robotic surgery. He has also received surgical training at Case Western Reserve University working at University Hospitals Cleveland, Metro-health Medical Center and VA Wade Park hospital in the USA.
Dr. Haridas is also an MD Anderson Certified Physician for Cancer Care Fellow of International College of Surgeons.
Dr. Haridas is a respectable name in the field of general surgery, owing to his proven expertise in performing laparoscopic and open surgeries of the colon & rectum, stomach, anal fissure, gall bladder, laparoscopic cholecystectomy/hernia and hiatus hernia repair surgeries. He also offers treatment for breast cancer, breast conservation surgeries, does sentinel node biopsy, endoscopy, endosurgery and GI endoscopic mucosal resection.
He is mainly sought for, foregut advanced laparoscopic surgery and MIS robotic surgery. His scope of work also includes treating tumours of the oesophagus and the stomach.

Dr. Manjunath Haridas is a very highly experienced General Surgeon having a practice of +21 years in the field of general, laparoscopic and GI surgeries.
He holds professional memberships of the, American Board of Surgery, the International College of Surgeons and is also a fellow of the International College of Surgeons.
After completing MBBS in 2000 from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, he pursued the MD degree and was a clinical research fellow. He has also completed his training in robotic surgery. He has also received surgical training at Case Western Reserve University working at University Hospitals Cleveland, Metro-health Medical Center and VA Wade Park hospital in the USA.
Dr. Haridas is also an MD Anderson Certified Physician for Cancer Care Fellow of International College of Surgeons.
Dr. Haridas is a respectable name in the field of general surgery, owing to his proven expertise in performing laparoscopic and open surgeries of the colon & rectum, stomach, anal fissure, gall bladder, laparoscopic cholecystectomy/hernia and hiatus hernia repair surgeries. He also offers treatment for breast cancer, breast conservation surgeries, does sentinel node biopsy, endoscopy, endosurgery and GI endoscopic mucosal resection.
He is mainly sought for, foregut advanced laparoscopic surgery and MIS robotic surgery. His scope of work also includes treating tumours of the oesophagus and the stomach.

Dr. Mohan Koppikar

General Surgeon

Mumbai, India

30+ years of experience

Senior Consultant

Works At: Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai

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Dr. Mohan Koppikar is a General and Laparoscopic surgeon with 26+ experience.
He has graduated and post graduated from the prestigious Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai. Later, he did FRCS from the well known The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS), UK.
Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about different laparoscopic surgeries. He has operated over 4000+ Minimal Access surgeries successfully.
Dr Mohan has worked with some of the premier institutes like Kem Hospital, Tata Memorial Hospital, New Cross And Royal Hospital, West Middlesex Univesity Hospital, London. He is also associated with Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education(EISE) and Centre for Minimal Access Surgery for Training (C-MAST) and guided many postgraduates in Minimal Access Surgery.

Dr. Mohan Koppikar is a General and Laparoscopic surgeon with 26+ experience.
He has graduated and post graduated from the prestigious Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai. Later, he did FRCS from the well known The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS), UK.
Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about different laparoscopic surgeries. He has operated over 4000+ Minimal Access surgeries successfully.
Dr Mohan has worked with some of the premier institutes like Kem Hospital, Tata Memorial Hospital, New Cross And Royal Hospital, West Middlesex Univesity Hospital, London. He is also associated with Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education(EISE) and Centre for Minimal Access Surgery for Training (C-MAST) and guided many postgraduates in Minimal Access Surgery.

Dr. Nitish Kr Das

Laparoscopic Surgeon

Siliguri, India

33+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Medica North Bengal Clinic, Siliguri

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Dr. Nitish Kr Das is a leading Laparoscopic Surgeon with +30 years of extensive experience. He is also a leading surgical oncologist.
He holds professional memberships of, the Indian Medical Association and the West Bengal Medical Council.
Dr. Das has done MBBS from the University of North Bengal, 1986 and MS.
He is an expert at performing trauma and abdominal procedures.

Dr. Nitish Kr Das is a leading Laparoscopic Surgeon with +30 years of extensive experience. He is also a leading surgical oncologist.
He holds professional memberships of, the Indian Medical Association and the West Bengal Medical Council.
Dr. Das has done MBBS from the University of North Bengal, 1986 and MS.
He is an expert at performing trauma and abdominal procedures.

Dr. Ramesh Punjani

General Surgeon

Mumbai, India

38+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai

4.7 (12 Ratings)

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Dr. Ramesh Punjani is a General and Laparoscopic surgeon with 34+ experience.
His expertise lies in Non-Surgical Fat Loss, Laparoscopic Sleeve Resection, Vaser Liposuction, Breast Augmentation Surgery, Rhinoplasty, Cosmetic Surgery, Breast Reduction Surgery, Incisional Hernia, Endoscopic Surgery, Colonoscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Piles Treatment, etc.
Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications accredited in indexed journals and is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about the advancement in Laparoscopic surgeries. He is a member of the Maharastra Medical Council and the Medical Council of India (MCI).
Dr. Punjani completed his graduation and post-graduation from the prestigious Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai. He is also a trained surgeon in Robotic Surgery and has a good rapport with the patients.

Dr. Ramesh Punjani is a General and Laparoscopic surgeon with 34+ experience.
His expertise lies in Non-Surgical Fat Loss, Laparoscopic Sleeve Resection, Vaser Liposuction, Breast Augmentation Surgery, Rhinoplasty, Cosmetic Surgery, Breast Reduction Surgery, Incisional Hernia, Endoscopic Surgery, Colonoscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Piles Treatment, etc.
Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications accredited in indexed journals and is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about the advancement in Laparoscopic surgeries. He is a member of the Maharastra Medical Council and the Medical Council of India (MCI).
Dr. Punjani completed his graduation and post-graduation from the prestigious Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai. He is also a trained surgeon in Robotic Surgery and has a good rapport with the patients.

Dr. Sanjay Doke

Obesity and Bariatric Surgeon

Mumbai, India

31+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi

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Dr. Sanjay Doke is an eminent General & Laparoscopic Surgeon with 27+ years in the field.
He is a Member of the Indian Medical Association and Maharastra Medical Council.
He completed MBBS from the University of Mumbai, Mumbai in 1991, and MS - General Surgery from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in 1995.
He has taken training in Robotic Surgery at the prestigious World Laparoscopic Hospital, Delhi.
He has received a Lifetime Health Achievement Award for his incredible work and dedication in the field of laparoscopic surgery.
Dr. Doke's special interest lies in Hernia, Piles, Upper GI Endoscopy, Colposcopy, Laparoscopic Appendectomy, etc.
He has written for various national and international journals and given speeches at several conferences.

Dr. Sanjay Doke is an eminent General & Laparoscopic Surgeon with 27+ years in the field.
He is a Member of the Indian Medical Association and Maharastra Medical Council.
He completed MBBS from the University of Mumbai, Mumbai in 1991, and MS - General Surgery from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in 1995.
He has taken training in Robotic Surgery at the prestigious World Laparoscopic Hospital, Delhi.
He has received a Lifetime Health Achievement Award for his incredible work and dedication in the field of laparoscopic surgery.
Dr. Doke's special interest lies in Hernia, Piles, Upper GI Endoscopy, Colposcopy, Laparoscopic Appendectomy, etc.
He has written for various national and international journals and given speeches at several conferences.

Dr. Sanjoy Mandal

General Surgeon

Kolkata, India

30+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Manipal Hospital Formerly AMRI Hospital, Kolkata (Mukundapur)

4.6 (16 Ratings)

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Dr. Sanjoy Mandal is a renowned General and Laparoscopic Surgeon, based in Kolkata with 26+ years of experience.
His expertise lies in the management of Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis, Diverticulitis, Rectal prolapse, Constipation, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Hemorrhoids, Cancers of the Breast, Digestive system, Endocrine system, and some cancers of the reproductive system, etc.
Dr. Mandal completed his graduation and post-graduation from the reputed All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, followed by DNB from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, and MCH in GI Surgery from the well known Moulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi.
Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Laparoscopic & General Surgeries.

Dr. Sanjoy Mandal is a renowned General and Laparoscopic Surgeon, based in Kolkata with 26+ years of experience.
His expertise lies in the management of Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis, Diverticulitis, Rectal prolapse, Constipation, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Hemorrhoids, Cancers of the Breast, Digestive system, Endocrine system, and some cancers of the reproductive system, etc.
Dr. Mandal completed his graduation and post-graduation from the reputed All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, followed by DNB from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, and MCH in GI Surgery from the well known Moulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi.
Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Laparoscopic & General Surgeries.

Dr. Shirish Bhagvat

General Surgeon

Mumbai, India

35+ years of experience

Senior Consultant

Works At: Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai

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Dr. Shirish Bhagvat is a renowned General Surgeon with experience of more than 30 years.
He provides services such as treatment of Hernia, Appendix, Inguinal, Umbilical, Spleen, Intestines, Hiatus Hernia, Gastro-Intestinal surgeries, Laparoscopic Gall Bladder.
His special interest lies in Laparoscopic surgery and minimally invasive surgery.
He is also appointed as 'Examiner in Surgery' by Mumbai University in 1996.
Dr. Shirish took training in Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Melbourne, Australia in 1992.
He has publications in international as well as national peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Shirish Bhagvat is a renowned General Surgeon with experience of more than 30 years.
He provides services such as treatment of Hernia, Appendix, Inguinal, Umbilical, Spleen, Intestines, Hiatus Hernia, Gastro-Intestinal surgeries, Laparoscopic Gall Bladder.
His special interest lies in Laparoscopic surgery and minimally invasive surgery.
He is also appointed as 'Examiner in Surgery' by Mumbai University in 1996.
Dr. Shirish took training in Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Melbourne, Australia in 1992.
He has publications in international as well as national peer-reviewed journals.

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