Dr. Sreedhara V

Dr. Sreedhara V is the Director of the Department of Minimal Access & Robotic Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru—one of India's foremost experts in advanced robotic and laparoscopic surgical gastroenterology. With over 19 years of dedicated surgical experience, he holds an MBBS, MS in General Surgery, FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology, and FMAS in Minimal Access Surgery. His credentials reflect a career built on rigorous surgical training and a commitment to the highest standards of care.

Dr. Sreedhara V has performed over 500 robotic surgeries and pioneered numerous complex minimally invasive procedures across multiple surgical domains. His expertise spans robotic bariatric surgery, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hepato-pancreato-biliary resection, colorectal surgery, hernia repair, and gynecologic robotic procedures. Under his leadership, Apollo Hospital Bannerghatta was recognized as a Centre of Excellence by Intuitive Surgical—a distinction that underscores both the volume and quality of robotic surgical work at the institution. He holds national records for rapid case accumulation and procedural diversity, including the highest number of different robotic procedures performed by a single surgeon in India.

International patients—particularly from the Gulf, East Africa, and South Asia—increasingly seek Dr. Sreedhara V's care for complex upper GI, bariatric, and HPB conditions. He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and works closely with Gaf Healthcare to facilitate seamless consultations, medical records review, and surgical coordination for overseas patients. His patient-centric approach combines technical precision with clear communication and comprehensive post-operative follow-up.

Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road is a leading quaternary care centre equipped with state-of-the-art robotic operating theatres, advanced ICU facilities, and an established international patient services team. The hospital's NABH accreditation and JCI recognition ensure that international patients receive world-standard care at competitive costs. Bengaluru's location as a major medical-tourism hub, combined with the hospital's infrastructure and Dr. Sreedhara V's reputation, makes it an ideal destination for patients seeking cutting-edge minimally invasive surgery without long waiting times.