Dr. Deepak Govil
Senior Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology
Surgical Gastroenterologist
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About Dr. Deepak Govil
Dr. Deepak Govil is one of India's foremost Surgical Gastroenterologists, with more than 29 years of clinical experience in gastrointestinal, hepato-biliary and pancreatic surgery. He currently serves as Senior Consultant and senior Gastro and laparoscopic surgeon at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi.
Holding an MBBS, MS and PhD in GI Surgery from AIIMS, Dr. Govil has established himself as one of Delhi's leading experts in diagnosing and treating a wide range of complex gastrointestinal conditions. His surgical expertise spans colorectal surgery, surgical oncology, chronic liver disease, gastrointestinal surgery, and hepato-biliary-pancreatic procedures.
Dr. Govil is particularly adept at managing both common and complex conditions — from gastric ulcers, haemorrhoids and gallstones to more challenging diseases such as colon cancer, pancreatitis and inflammatory bowel disease. His proficiency in advanced surgical techniques, including laparoscopy and bariatric surgery, underscores his commitment to providing cutting-edge, minimally invasive care.
His dedication to his patients, combined with his extensive experience and academic background, has earned him a reputation as a trusted and compassionate healthcare provider for both Indian and international patients.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Deepak Govil
- Colorectal cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Liver and biliary disorders
- Gallstones and gallbladder disease
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Haemorrhoids (piles)
- Hirschsprung's disease
- Rectal cancer
- Pancreatitis (acute and chronic)
- Stoma-related conditions
Areas of Interest
- Hepato-biliary-pancreatic surgery
- Colorectal and rectal cancer surgery
- Laparoscopic GI surgery
- Bariatric surgery
- Living-related liver transplantation (team member)
- Surgical management of portal hypertension
- Complex pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple's procedure)
- Oesophageal resection with gastric pull-up
Qualifications
- MBBS — AIIMS, New Delhi
- MS (General Surgery) — AIIMS, New Delhi
- PhD (GI Surgery) — AIIMS, New Delhi
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant (GI & Laparoscopic Surgery), Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi (Present)
- Senior Consultant, Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
- Established the Department of GI Surgery at PSRI Hospital, New Delhi — performed approx. 1,000 operations related to liver and GI surgery including laparoscopic surgery
- Assistant Professor of Surgery, GTB Hospital, New Delhi — independently managed major GI surgical operations
- Senior Resident in GI Surgery, AIIMS, New Delhi (during PhD) — managed both inpatients and outpatients for 3 years
- Surgical training during MS at AIIMS in liaison with the Department of Gastroenterology
- Surgical training at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital — handled routine and emergency gastrointestinal surgical cases
Certifications (1)
PhD in GI Surgery
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi — 1995
Memberships (9)
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Delhi chapter of the Association of Surgeons of India
- Indian Society of Gastroenterology
- Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology
- Indian Association of Endoscopic Gastro Surgeons of India
- South Delhi branch of the Indian Medical Association
- Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India
- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
- Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
Research Papers & Publications (7)
Evaluation of renal functions in Surgical Obstructive Jaundice
MS Thesis, AIIMS New Delhi — 1985
Biliary obstruction and portal hypertension — a clinical and experimental study
PhD Thesis, AIIMS New Delhi — 1995
Renal Function in Obstructive Jaundice: Apre & post operative assessment
JAPI — 1993
2-Portal Haemodynamics in Rats with Biliary Obstruction followed by Biliary Decompression
Gastroenterology — 1995
Surgical treatment of complete prolapse rectum in childhood by posterior rectal wall shortening prochology
International Surgery — 1959
Surgical treatment for Ulcerative Colitis
Indian Journal — 2003
Duodenal Angiomyolipoma
Indian Journal of Pathology and Microbiology — 2007
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
Request a consultation through Gaf Healthcare. Our team will coordinate with Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals to schedule a video consultation or in-person appointment with Dr. Govil within 48–72 hours, depending on his surgical schedule.