At Nidhi Hospital, the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology offers advanced, comprehensive management of disorders affecting the digestive system, including surgical diseases of the pancreas, biliary tract, liver, spleen, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and bile ducts. Our team comprises experienced GI surgeon, Gastroenterologists, and support staff trained to handle complex cases.
We provide care across the full spectrum of GI surgical conditions, including:
Inflammatory bowel diseases such as Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease
Colon cancer and other digestive tract tumours
Chronic diarrhoea and intestinal infections such as intestinal tuberculosis.
Gastrointestinal bleeding, anorectal disorders (e.g. bleeding, prolapse, fissures), chronic constipation
Diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and biliary tree
Pancreatic surgical conditions
Preventive and screening services are integral to our practice
We conduct Liver health screening for individuals at increased risk (such as those with hepatitis B or C, history of heavy alcohol consumption, obesity, diabetes, or family history of liver disease). Diagnostic endoscopy for people with risk factors for GI cancers, including those with tobacco or alcohol use, or strong family history.
Surgical interventions are performed using minimally invasive techniques (laparoscopy) wherever feasible, aiming for faster recovery, reduced pain, and shorter hospital stays. Multidisciplinary input (from radiology, oncology, nutrition, pathology, etc.) supports the best outcomes.
Facilities Available
Separate & dedicated GI operation theatre
Fully equipped OT tailored for complex gastrointestinal surgeries with strict aseptic protocols.
State of art set up for Advanced Laparoscopy
High-definition imaging and minimally invasive tools for precision laparoscopic procedures.
Dedicated Endoscopy Theater
Advanced suite offering comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic services.
Back up available from well trained & experienced super specialists
24/7 backup from experienced GI surgeons, hepatologists, and critical care experts.
Medical Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Specialized care for liver, pancreas, and gastrointestinal disorders with expert consultants.
Interventional Radiologist
Expert imaging-guided procedures for accurate diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment.
Intensive care unit
Round-the-clock critical care managed by trained intensivists for complex GI cases.
Infectious disease specialist
Expertise in managing GI infections, sepsis, and post-operative infectious complications.
Special Features
Liver Clinic: a comprehensive clinic for patients with various liver diseases. People are screened who are at high risk for developing the liver disease (diabetic and obese, regular alcohol consumers, sufferers of hepatitis-B & C and those with a family history of liver diseases).
We provide preventive diagnostic endoscopy services to patients who are at high risk of developing gastro-intestinal cancers for various reasons like chronic tobacco chewing, smoking or chronic alcohol consumption and people with a strong family history of gastro-intestinal cancers.
Comprehensive care is provided to patients who are suffering from intestinal tuberculosis, chronic diarrhoea, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s Disease, colon cancer, bleeding from the back passage, chronic constipation and ano-rectal problems, etc.
Laparoscopic surgery for various gastro-intestinal or Hepato – Pancreatic – Biliary
Procedures
Whether you’ve been living with symptoms for a while or you’ve just started noticing muscle or bone pain, we can help pinpoint what’s ailing you
Diagnostic Eus & therapeutic Eus
Endotherapeutic treatments
Removal of a swallowed foreign body
Dilation of narrowed esophagus or intestine
Removal of polyp or early cancer from esophagus / stomach / intestines
Endoscopic examination and biopsy of stomach
PEG tube placement for long term nutritional support
Gall Bladder Surgery
Stones in the gall bladder can cause recurrent pain, belching after food, back pain or even shoulder pain. If left untreated, it can cause Jaundice or Pancreatitis, both very serious illnesses. Long standing gall stones can cause cancer of the gall bladder. Gall bladder removal (Cholecystectomy) is the only treatment. Laparoscopic removal of gall bladder gives rapid recovery.
Bile duct surgery is a procedure to repair, remove, or bypass blockages in the bile ducts, which carry bile from the liver and gallbladder to the small intestine. Common reasons for surgery include gallstones, duct obstruction from tumors or cysts, injuries, and cancer. Surgical options vary from minimally invasive procedures to complex open surgeries like the Whipple procedure (for cancer), with recovery time depending on the extent of the surgery.
Reasons for Bile Duct Surgery
Gallstones: Stones may lodge in the bile ducts, causing pain and inflammation.
Bile Duct Obstruction: Blockages can result from tumors, cysts, or inflammation, preventing bile from flowing.
Bile Duct Injury: Damage from accidents or other surgeries may require repair or reconstruction.
Bile Duct Cancer: Surgery is performed to remove tumors, often involving removing surrounding tissue and lymph nodes.
Types of Bile Duct Surgery
Bile Duct Exploration:A minimally invasive procedure to remove stones from the common bile duct. It can be done by Open or Laparoscopically.
Biliary Bypass:A surgical connection is made to create a new path for bile to flow around a blockage.
Resection of the Bile Duct:Part of the bile duct is removed, especially if it contains a small tumor.
Whipple Procedure:A major surgery to remove the head of the pancreas, part of the small intestine, gallbladder, and bile duct for cancer.
Hepatectomy:Removal of a portion of the liver, along with surrounding tissue, if cancer has spread.
Liver Transplant:May be considered for advanced bile duct cancer.
Liver surgery, or Hepatectomy, involves removing all or part of the liver to treat diseases like cancer, with the remaining healthy liver capable of regrowing. Common types include liver resection, where a portion is removed, and liver transplantation, where a donor's liver portion is placed in a recipient. Procedures can be performed through open or minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, with recovery depending on the patient's health and the surgery's complexity. Potential risks include bleeding, infection, and complications from anesthesia, with close monitoring post-surgery being crucial.
Why is liver surgery performed?
To treat liver cancer
Hepatectomy is a key treatment for both primary (originating in the liver) and secondary (spreading from another organ) liver tumors.
To donate for transplantation
Part of a healthy liver is removed from a living donor to be transplanted into a patient with liver disease.
Types of liver surgery
Liver Resection (Hepatectomy)
A surgeon removes a portion of the liver. The remaining part can grow back to its original size if it is healthy.
Liver Transplantation:
A donor's diseased liver is removed and replaced with a healthy donor liver, or part of one.
How is it done?
Open surgery:
A large incision is made to access the liver.
Laparoscopic surgery:
A minimally invasive approach using small incisions and a camera, which can lead to less pain and a faster recovery.
Risks and complications
Bleeding, Infection, Anesthesia complications, Blood clots, Pneumonia, New liver cancer
Recovery
Patients may initially go to intensive care or a high-dependency unit for 24 hours to a few days.
Pain is managed with epidurals or patient-controlled analgesia pumps.
Oral pain medications are prescribed as the patient recovers and can drink fluids
Laparoscopy
Laparoscopy is done through a small incision (key hole) using long instrument while looking at the TV monitor. Advantages of this new way of doing operation include
Minimal pain
Faster recovery
Shorter hospital stay
Early return to work & normal activity
Lesser risk of infection
Cosmetically superior
Surgery on gall bladder, appendix, hernia, bowel adhesions, hiatus hernia and rectal prolapse can also be done laparoscopically with very impressive results.
Portal Hypertension Surgery and Liver Cirrhosis
At times liver is damaged due to viruses, alcohol etc. This converts liver into the nodular structure and blood flow is directed through the abnormal channels. These patients can develop bloody vomiting or bloody diarrhoea, accumulation of fluid in the abdomen, swollen feet and abnormal behavior. Best treatment for such condition is liver transplant. However, there are other surgical procedures which benefit these patients.
Types of Procedures
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: Creates a small stomach pouch and re-routes the small intestine.
Sleeve Gastrectomy: Removes a large portion of the stomach, leaving a narrow sleeve.
Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAP-BAND): Places an adjustable band around the upper stomach to create a small pouch.
Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS): Removes a large portion of the stomach and re-routes the small intestine.
Gastric Balloon Inserts a balloon into the stomach to reduce hunger and increase feelings of fullness.
Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SADI-S)A variation of the duodenal switch procedure.
Mini Gastric Bypass A variation of the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass procedure.
Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) A minimally invasive procedure that reduces the size of the stomach. It’s a incisionless bariatric procedure that used Endoscopic stapling to create smaller stomach size along lesser curvature promoting early satiety.
Potential Benefits
Significant and lasting weight loss.
Improvement in obesity-related health problems, such as type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea.
Say Goodbye to Pain and Discomfort with Advanced Anorectal Surgeries
Conditions like piles (hemorrhoids), anal fissure, and fistula-in-ano are increasingly common due to lifestyle changes, poor diet, and chronic constipation. These problems can significantly impact your comfort, hygiene, and daily life — but the good news is they are completely treatable with modern surgical techniques.
Our hospital provides safe, effective, and minimally invasive treatment options with faster recovery and fewer complications.
Common Conditions We Treat
Piles (Hemorrhoids)
These are swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus that cause:
Bleeding during stools
Pain and itching
Swelling or lumps near the anus
Our Treatment
We offer Stapler Hemorrhoidectomy, a modern procedure that:
Requires no external dressing
Has minimal pain post-surgery
Is quick, effective, and often done as a day-care procedure
Offers faster recovery compared to traditional surgery
We also offer laser surgery for piles, which provides excellent results with minimal discomfort.
Anal Fissure
A fissure is a small tear or crack in the lining of the anus, often due to hard stools or constipation.
Symptoms include:
Sharp pain during and after bowel movements
Bleeding with stools
Fear of going to the toilet
Our Treatment
Laser Fissure Surgery
Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy (LIS)** for chronic fissures
Both techniques are:
Highly effective
Quick and minimally painful
Usually don’t require overnight hospitalization
Anal Fissure
Fistula is an infected tract that forms between the skin and anal canal, often following an abscess.
Symptoms include:
Recurrent pus or fluid discharge near the anus
Pain, swelling, or fever
Skin irritation
Our Treatment
We use cutting-edge procedures like:
Laser Fistula Treatment
VAAFT (Video Assisted Anal Fistula Treatment)
LIFT Procedure (Ligation of Intersphincteric Fistula Tract)**
These methods are:
Sphincter-preserving (low risk of incontinence)
Less invasive than traditional surgery
Have low recurrence rates
Why Choose Our Surgical Centre?
Experienced Surgeons:Trained in advanced and laser anorectal procedures
Modern Infrastructure: Operation theatres equipped with latest technology
Faster Recovery: Most procedures are day-care surgeries with minimal downtime
Hygienic & Comfortable Environment
Transparent Pricing & Insurance Assistance
Integrated Pathology Support Through Neuberg Supratech Laboratory
Regain Comfort & Confidence with Expert Hernia Care
A hernia is a common surgical condition where an internal organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. While it may start as a small lump or discomfort, if left untreated, it can lead to complications like pain, obstruction, or strangulation of the organ.
At our center, we specialize in advanced laparoscopic and robotic hernia surgeries, ensuring minimal pain, faster recovery, and **superior long-term outcomes.
What is a Hernia?
A hernia occurs when an organ (usually intestines or fat) protrudes through a weak area in the abdominal muscles. Common sites include:
Groin (Inguinal Hernia)
Navel (Umbilical Hernia)
Upper abdomen (Epigastric Hernia)
Surgical scar site (Incisional Hernia)
Hiatal Hernia (Upper stomach into chest through diaphragm)
Symptoms of Hernia
A visible bulge or swelling
Pain or discomfort, especially during lifting or bending
Heaviness or pressure in the abdomen
In severe cases – nausea, vomiting, and bowel obstruction
Important: Hernias do not go away on their own and may worsen over time.
Our Treatment Approach
Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
Minimally invasive keyhole surgery performed using a camera and small instruments.
Benefits:
Smaller cuts, less pain
Faster recovery
Minimal scarring
Lower risk of infection
Ideal for: Inguinal, Umbilical, Incisional, Ventral Hernias
Open Hernia Repair
In certain cases (very large or complex hernias), open surgery may be recommended. We use modern mesh techniques to reinforce the weakened area for better strength and reduced recurrence.
Advanced Techniques We Offer
TAPP (Transabdominal Preperitoneal Repair)
TEP (Totally Extraperitoneal Repair)
IPOM / IPOM Plus (Intraperitoneal Onlay Mesh)
Component Separation Technique** (for large incisional hernias)
Why Choose Us for Hernia Surgery?
Highly experienced laparoscopic & robotic surgeons
Advanced technology & mesh options
Day-care surgery for many patients
Minimal pain & early return to work
Personalized pre-operative evaluation & post-operative care
Support from leading pathology lab (Neuberg Supratech)
Conditions We Specialize In:
Inguinal Hernia (Direct / Indirect)
Umbilical Hernia
Femoral Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Hiatal Hernia
Recurrent Hernias
Complex / Giant Ventral Hernias
Early Detection. Effective Surgery. Better Outcomes.
Cancers of the abdominal organs — including the esophagus, stomach, colon, rectum, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts — are among the most commonly encountered gastrointestinal (GI) malignancies. When detected early or managed appropriately, many of these cancers are curable or significantly controllable with surgery.
At our center, we offer comprehensive, precise, and organ-specific surgical care for abdominal cancers using the latest techniques and international standards.
Abdominal Cancers We Treat
We offer advanced surgical treatment for:
Esophageal Cancer
Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
Colon and Rectal Cancer (Colorectal Cancer)
Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Metastases)
Pancreatic Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
Small Bowel Tumors
Retroperitoneal Tumors
Our Surgical Expertise
We specialize in performing:
Open & Laparoscopic Cancer Surgeries
Depending on the stage and location of cancer, we choose the most appropriate approach to ensure complete tumor removal (R0 resection) with minimal trauma.
Oncologic Principles Followed
Wide margins, lymph node clearance, and reconstruction are performed meticulously to minimize recurrence and optimize long-term survival.
Multidisciplinary Care
We work closely with oncologists, radiologists, gastroenterologists, pathologists, and critical care experts to offer complete cancer care — before and after surgery.
Advanced Technologies Used
Laparoscopic and Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery
HIPEC (Heated Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) – for advanced abdominal cancers
Liver Resections with Intraoperative Ultrasound
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Anterior Resection and APR for Rectal Cancer
Why Choose Us?
Experienced cancer surgeon with GI specialization
Organ-specific, personalized treatment planning
Minimally invasive options where feasible
Pre- and post-operative cancer care guidance
Integrated diagnostic support via Neuberg Supratech Laboratory
Compassionate team focused on long-term recovery and quality of life
Early Signs to Watch Out For:
Unexplained weight loss
Difficulty swallowing (esophageal issues)
Blood in stools or black tarry stools
Persistent abdominal pain or bloating
Jaundice or yellowing of the eyes/skin
Fatigue, nausea, or vomiting without clear cause
Other Surgery
Esophageal Surgery
Pouch surgery for Ulcerative Colitis
GI Fistula
Surgery for Abdominal Emergency cases
Critical surgical cases
High risk surgical cases
Re-operative surgery
Colo-Rectal Surgery
Hepato-Biliary Pancreatic Surgery
Complex-Recurrent Hernia Surgery
Gastroenterology & G I Surgery Doctors
Prof. Dr. Sunil D Popat
Senior Consultant Surgeon
Dr. Jigar Rangani
Clinical Assistant GI surgery