About Department

Department of Gastrointestinal, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary & Liver Transplant Surgery

A Comprehensive Centre of Excellence for Advanced GI, HPB, Cancer & Minimally Invasive Surgery

The Department of Gastrointestinal, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (GI & HPB) and Liver Transplant Surgery provides comprehensive, high-quality surgical care for disorders of the digestive system, liver, pancreas, biliary tract, oesophagus, stomach, colon, rectum, and abdominal wall.
Our department brings together expert surgeons, state-of-the-art technology, and a 24×7 multidisciplinary support system, establishing a unified centre dedicated to excellence in patient care, complex surgical management, and long-term outcomes.

Our Core Surgical Team

Our strength lies in a highly skilled, coordinated team that includes:

  • Consultant GI & HPB Surgeons
  • Liver Transplant Surgeons
  • Colorectal, Bariatric & Upper GI Surgeons
  • Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons
  • Surgical Fellows & Clinical Assistants
  • OT Assistants, Technicians & Specialist Stoma Care Nurse

The department is seamlessly supported by Medical Gastroenterologists and a fully equipped GI Endoscopy Unit, enabling precise diagnostics and therapeutic interventions round-the-clock.

Liver Transplant Surgery Program

Our Liver Transplant Unit delivers advanced care to patients with end-stage liver disease, acute liver failure, metabolic disorders, and liver cancer.

Key Strengths

  • Experienced transplant surgeons for adult and living donor liver transplantation
  • Transplant anaesthesia and intensive care expertise
  • Dedicated transplant coordinators and hepatology support
  • Specialized Transplant ICU with trained intensivists
  • 24×7 support from Radiology, Interventional Radiology & Laboratory Services

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive donor–recipient evaluation
  • Minimally invasive donor hepatectomy (where applicable)
  • Adherence to international transplant protocols
  • Post-transplant graft surveillance & immunosuppression management
  • Nutrition, psychological support & long-term follow-up care

GI & HPB Cancer Surgery

We offer complete multidisciplinary care for stomach, liver, pancreas, bile duct, oesophageal, colorectal, and other abdominal cancers.

Team Excellence

  • GI & HPB cancer surgeons with expertise in advanced oncologic procedures
  • Oncologists, Interventional Radiologists & Molecular Diagnostics Team
  • Gastroenterologists for EUS, ERCP & endoscopic staging
  • Pathologists for rapid, accurate tumour analysis

Program Highlights

  • Minimally invasive and organ-preserving cancer surgeries
  • Multidisciplinary tumour board planning
  • Individualized chemotherapy, radiation & surveillance
  • ERAS pathways for faster recovery and improved outcomes

Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

We provide holistic solutions for obesity, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and related disorders.

Team Excellence

  • Bariatric surgeons specializing in sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass & revisional procedures
  • Endocrinologists, Nutritionists & Psychologists
  • Postoperative metabolic monitoring and lifestyle support

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive pre-operative assessment
  • Structured nutritional and psychological guidance
  • Long-term follow-up for sustained weight and metabolic improvement

Colorectal Surgery

Our colorectal specialists manage both benign and malignant conditions of the colon, rectum, and anus.

Team Excellence

  • Specialized Colorectal Surgeons
  • GI Endoscopy, Radiology & Interventional Radiology support
  • Stoma Care Specialist for pre- and post-operative counselling

Program Highlights

  • Minimally invasive colorectal resections
  • Advanced pelvic and sphincter-preserving procedures
  • Comprehensive cancer care with coordinated oncology support

Gastro-Oesophageal Surgery

We provide advanced care for disorders of the oesophagus and stomach including GERD, oesophageal cancer, achalasia and hiatal hernias.

Team Excellence

  • Surgeons skilled in minimally invasive oesophagostomy & anti-reflux surgery
  • Gastroenterology specialists for motility studies and diagnostic endoscopy
  • Oncology, Radiology, and Nutrition teams for comprehensive care

Program Highlights

  • Thoracoscopic and laparoscopic esophageal procedures
  • Specialized diagnostics including manometry, pH studies & EUS
  • ERAS-based rapid recovery protocols

Hernia Surgery & Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

We treat all types of hernias, ranging from simple inguinal hernias to complex recurrent and incisional hernias.

Team Excellence

  • Hernia specialists trained in open, laparoscopic & robotic repair
  • Expertise in abdominal wall reconstruction & mesh-based repair
  • Integrated physiotherapy and nutritional support

Program Highlights

  • Minimally invasive and robotic hernia repair
  • Component separation techniques
  • Customized mesh selection based on anatomy and defect complexity

Advanced Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Surgery

Our department is a regional leader in minimally invasive surgery across GI, HPB, bariatric, and colorectal specialties.

Program Strengths

  • 3D and high-definition laparoscopic systems
  • Minimally invasive GI cancer surgery
  • Reduced pain, early recovery & minimal scarring
  • Faster return to daily activities

24×7 Multidisciplinary Support

Our surgical excellence is reinforced by continuous collaboration with:

  • Anaesthetists & Pain Management Specialists
  • Intensivists & ICU Registrars
  • Fully trained ICU & HDU nursing teams
  • Clinical Pathologists, Histopathologists, Radiologists & Interventional Radiologists
  • Medical Oncologist for perioperative cancer care

This integrated multidisciplinary model ensures timely interventions, safe outcomes, and personalized treatment pathways for every patient.

A Centre Committed to Excellence

From routine GI conditions to complex cancer and liver transplant surgeries, our department is dedicated to:

  • Compassionate patient care
  • Evidence-based, protocol-driven treatment
  • Minimally invasive surgical excellence
  • Comprehensive long-term follow-up

We strive to deliver the highest standards of surgical care, ensuring safe procedures, rapid recovery, and long-term well-being for our patients.