Gastrointestinal (GI) & General Surgery at Westin Hospital provides comprehensive care for a wide range of surgical conditions, including complex abdominal surgeries and trauma cases. Our skilled team of surgeons specializes in diagnosing and treating both common and complex conditions, ensuring that each patient receives the highest standard of care.

Our Gastrointestinal surgery department is dedicated to treating disorders of the digestive system and related organs, including the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Whether performing routine procedures or tackling more complex cases, our surgeons deliver effective solutions tailored to each patient's needs.

The following surgical procedures and treatments are offered:

  • Emergency surgery, including polytrauma
  • Hernia repairs (Inguinal, Incisional, and Ventral)
  • Liver and gallbladder surgeries
  • Treatment for stones in the biliary tree (choledochal cysts, CBD stones)
  • Bile duct injury repair
  • Gastric (stomach) surgery
  • Treatment of caustic injuries/strictures
  • Small and large intestine surgeries
  • Splenectomy (spleen removal)
  • Anorectal condition treatments
  • Pancreatic surgery and pancreatitis management
  • Varicose vein treatment
  • Wound care for diabetic foot and venous ulcers
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgeries
  • Breast surgeries

Minimal Access Surgery (MAS) is a modern surgical technique performed through small incisions (usually around 0.5-1.5 cm). This technique, also known as laparoscopic surgery, offers numerous benefits over traditional open surgeries, such as reduced blood loss and faster recovery. MAS ensures a quicker return to daily activities with smaller scars.

With this approach, patients benefit from faster recovery times and less post-surgical complications. Other advantages include better clinical outcomes, improved cosmesis, and a shorter hospital stay, allowing patients to return to their routine life sooner.

Common laparoscopic procedures performed include:

  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal)
  • Diagnostic Laparoscopy
  • Laparoscopic Appendectomy (Appendix Removal)
  • Laparoscopic Hernia Repairs (Inguinal, Incisional, Ventral)
  • Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy (Adrenal Gland Removal)
  • Laparoscopic Splenectomy (Spleen Removal)
  • Laparoscopic Treatment of Hydatid Disease of the Liver
  • Laparoscopic Fundoplication for Heartburn
  • Laparoscopic Colectomy (Colon Removal)
  • Laparoscopic Rectopexy (Rectal Prolapse Surgery)
  • Laparoscopic Treatment for Varicocele

Our Specialist Doctors

Dr. Karan Malhotra
Senior Consultant Gastrointestinal, Laparoscopic & Hepatobiliary Surgeon MS, DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology), FMAS, FIAGES, FALS (Hepatobiliary Surgery)

Dr. Karan Malhotra has been a senior consultant at Westin Hospital since 2014. With extensive expertise in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgeries, he specializes in advanced laparoscopic procedures, liver resections, and minimally invasive treatments for digestive disorders. Renowned for his precision and patient-centered care, Dr. Malhotra has performed numerous successful surgeries.

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