
Dr. Manish Baijal
Principal Director — Max Institute of Laparoscopic, Robotic and Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon
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About Dr. Manish Baijal
Dr. Manish Baijal is the Principal Director of the Max Institute of Laparoscopic, Robotic and Bariatric Surgery at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi. With over 30 years of surgical experience, he stands as a leading authority in minimally invasive bariatric, metabolic, and gastrointestinal endoscopic surgery across India and the Asia-Pacific region. He holds the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) Edinburgh, along with multiple national certifications including MS General Surgery, DNB, MNAMS, FIAGES, and Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery (FALS).
Dr. Baijal's clinical practice encompasses a full spectrum of bariatric and metabolic procedures performed via laparoscopic and robotic techniques. His areas of expertise include Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy), metabolic surgery for type 2 diabetes resolution, advanced hernia repair, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and management of gastroesophageal reflux disease. He has performed thousands of minimally invasive bariatric procedures and is recognized for his pioneering work in endoscopic hernia repair (VAAFT) and advanced laparoscopic abdominal wall reconstruction. His academic contribution extends to authoring multiple textbooks on endohernia repair and bariatric surgery, and publishing over 110 peer-reviewed national and international papers.
International patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia travel to Max Hospital Saket to benefit from Dr. Baijal's expertise. He has earned numerous accolades, including the Excellence in Bariatric Surgery award (India News Health Awards, 2016) and recognition as a Surgeon of Excellence by the American surgical community. His fluency in English and Hindi facilitates seamless communication with diverse patient populations seeking weight-loss and metabolic surgery.
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket is a Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited facility located in central New Delhi, equipped with state-of-the-art robotic surgical suites, advanced imaging, and dedicated bariatric surgery units. The hospital maintains an international patient desk with visa and travel support. Dr. Baijal's leadership roles as President Elect of the Hernia Society of India and Executive Committee Member of the Asia Pacific Hernia Society and Obesity Surgery Society of India underscore his standing as a thought leader.
International patients should know that bariatric and metabolic surgery in India offers world-class clinical outcomes at a fraction of Western costs, with minimal waiting times and comprehensive pre- and post-operative follow-up programs. Dr. Baijal's institute combines advanced technology with 30+ years of refined surgical technique, making it a preferred destination for patients seeking safe, effective weight loss and diabetes remission.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Manish Baijal
- Obesity and morbid obesity
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Hiatal hernia
- Abdominal wall hernia
- Gallstones and cholecystitis
- Bariatric surgery complications
- Metabolic syndrome
- Sleep apnea related to obesity
- Weight regain after prior bariatric surgery
Areas of Interest
- Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery
- Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
- Metabolic Surgery for Type 2 Diabetes
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Surgery
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Qualifications
- MBBS — Kasturba Gandhi Medical College, Manipal
- MS (General Surgery) — Kasturba Gandhi Medical College, Manipal
- DNB (General Surgery) — Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
- FRCS (Edinburgh) — Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- MNAMS — National Board of Examination, New Delhi
- FIAGES — Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons
- FALS — Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
Work Experience
- Principal Director, Max Institute of Laparoscopic, Robotic and Bariatric Surgery, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
- Consultant Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon, Max Hospital Gurugram
- Consultant Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon, Max Hospital Saket, New Delhi
- Senior Surgeon in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Bariatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
- Fellow in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, USA
Certifications (7)
MBBS
Kasturba Gandhi Medical College, Manipal
MS (General Surgery)
Kasturba Gandhi Medical College, Manipal
DNB (General Surgery)
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
FRCS (Edinburgh)
Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
MNAMS
National Board of Examination, New Delhi
FIAGES (Fellowship)
Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons
FALS (Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery)
Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons
Memberships (0)
Research Papers & Publications (5)
Outcomes of Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass in Obese Indian Patients
Indian Journal of Surgery — 2018
Metabolic Surgery for Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review of Long-term Results
Obesity Surgery — 2019
Minimally Invasive Repair of Ventral Hernia: VAAFT Technique and Clinical Outcomes
Journal of Minimal Access Surgery — 2020
Safety and Efficacy of Robotic-Assisted Bariatric Surgery in High-Risk Patients
Surgical Endoscopy — 2021
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Resolution Following Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Multi-Center Analysis
World Journal of Surgery — 2017
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare by submitting their medical history and prior reports via our secure online portal or WhatsApp. Dr. Baijal offers video consultations for initial assessments, allowing patients to discuss their medical condition and surgical options from home. Our international patient team will arrange travel documentation, hospital coordination, and post-operative follow-up via telemedicine. Consultation fee is USD 95.
