Dr. T S Bala Shanmugam

Dr. T S Bala Shanmugam is a Senior Consultant and Head of Department of Minimally Invasive Bariatric & GI Surgery at Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai, with over 30 years of distinguished clinical experience in surgical gastroenterology. He holds an MBBS from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute and an MS in General Surgery from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore. His fellowship in minimal access surgery (FMAS) from the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India and specialized training in advanced laparoscopic surgery at IRCAD in Strasbourg, France, position him as a leading authority in minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Dr. Bala Shanmugam has performed over 2,500 laparoscopic surgeries—both basic and advanced procedures—demonstrating exceptional clinical depth and technical mastery. His expertise spans laparoscopic bariatric surgery, anti-reflux procedures (Nissen fundoplication), gastrectomy, pancreatectomy, ostomy surgery, and robotic-assisted interventions. He received robotic surgery training from the World Laparoscopic Hospital in New Delhi, ensuring his practice incorporates the latest surgical innovations. His comprehensive case volume and proficiency across diverse laparoscopic and robotic procedures reflect a commitment to delivering outcomes-focused, minimally invasive care.

Dr. Bala Shanmugam welcomes international patients from across the Gulf, Africa, and South Asia, offering consultations in English, Hindi, and Tamil. His department at Gleneagles Global Health City is equipped to manage international patient pathways, including pre-operative video consultations and seamless coordination of travel and hospitalization. Patients appreciate his meticulous surgical approach and detailed post-operative care, which reduces recovery time and minimizes complications—critical advantages for those traveling for surgery.

Gleneagles Global Health City is one of India's leading tertiary care hospitals, recognized for NABH accreditation and advanced surgical infrastructure. Located in Chennai, a major medical tourism hub, the hospital offers world-standard operating theaters, intensive care facilities, and an established international patient services desk. The hospital's commitment to safety and quality makes it an ideal destination for international patients seeking complex bariatric and GI surgical interventions.

Dr. Bala Shanmugam is also an active academic contributor, serving on the Editorial Board of the World Journal of Laparoscopic Surgery and Gastroenterology International. He serves as an examiner for MS (General Surgery), MBBS, and BDS examinations at multiple universities and is a Post-Doctoral Fellowship examiner in minimal access surgery at Dr. MGR University. International patients choosing Dr. Bala Shanmugam benefit from evidence-based, innovation-driven care backed by three decades of refinement and academic contribution to the field.