7 surgical gastroenterology specialists are listed in our India network in Chennai, at 3 hospitals, with 11–30 years of listed experience among them.
This page lists the surgical gastroenterology doctors in our directory for Chennai, India, drawn from hospitals including Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, Gleneagles Global Hospital. Each listing links through to the doctor's full profile page.
Why Choose Chennai, India for Surgical Gastroenterology?
Chennai, India is one of GAF Healthcare's listed hubs for surgical gastroenterology, with 7 specialists across 3 hospitals in our directory, offering 11–30 years of listed experience among them.
Of the hospitals listed here, 2 hold JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation, and 3 hold NABH accreditation — recognised international and national benchmarks for hospital patient-safety and clinical-quality standards. Published patient guides on this site put typical India treatment costs at roughly 60–80% less than equivalent care in the US, UK or Gulf.
As with every doctor and hospital you find through GAF Healthcare, choosing Chennai, India comes with our own coordination support: a single itemised quote, visa and travel arrangements, and a language-speaking companion where needed — see "How GAF Healthcare assists" below.
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FeaturedDr. T S Bala Shanmugam
- 30+ years of experience in Minimally Invasive Bariatric & GI Surgeon
- Senior Consultant and Head of Department — Minimally Invasive Bariatric & GI Surgery, Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai
- Surgeon with 30+ years of clinical experience in minimally invasive gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery
- Laparoscopic gastric bypass
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
- Nissen fundoplication (anti-reflux surgery)
- Laparoscopic gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic pancreatectomy
Dr. J K A Jameel
- 26+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Gastroenterology, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, Present
- Advanced training in Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, United Kingdom
- Hepatic resection and hepatectomy
- Whipple pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Gastrectomy for gastric cancer
- Biliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomy
- Pancreatic resection and distal pancreatectomy
Dr. Senthilkumar Ganapathi
- 20+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepatobiliary & Transplant Surgery, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai, Present
- Over 20 years of clinical experience in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgical care
- Liver resection and hepatectomy
- Gastrectomy for gastric cancer
- Low anterior resection (LAR)
- Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer
- Biliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomy
Dr. Vasantha Kumar
- 20+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist & Hepatobiliary Surgeon
- Associate Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery & Liver Transplantation, Rela Hospital, Chennai, India
- Clinical training in Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Institute of Liver Diseases and Transplantation, Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai, India
- Liver transplantation
- Liver tumor resection and hepatectomy
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal pancreatectomy and total pancreatectomy
- Pancreas transplantation
Dr. Ramkiran Reddy Cherukuru
- 15+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist
- Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Rela Hospital, Chennai, India
- Post-Doctoral Fellow — Liver Transplantation, Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai
- Liver transplantation
- Living donor liver transplantation
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal pancreatectomy
- Total gastrectomy
Dr. S. R. Shyam Sundar
- 12+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist
- Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology and Robotic GI Surgery, Rela Hospital, Chennai, Present
- Fellow in Robotic Upper GI Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea, 2023
- Robotic Upper GI Surgery
- Laparoscopic Gastrectomy
- Esophagectomy
- Anti-Reflux Surgery (Fundoplication)
- Complex Hernia Repair (Ventral, Incisional)
Dr. Saravanan M N
- 11+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist
- Senior Consultant, Minimally Invasive GI Surgery & GI Oncology, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai
- Assistant Professor in GI Surgery, GB Pant Institute of PGMER & MAMC, New Delhi
- Hepatic resection and hemi-hepatectomy
- Liver transplant evaluation and surgical support
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal pancreatectomy
- Biliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomy
How we selected these doctors
A doctor appears on this page when their listed specialty maps to Surgical Gastroenterology in Chennai, India. Doctors are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows years of listed experience (highest first), the same field shown on each doctor's profile. This page does not display aggregate star ratings.
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🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaHow to Select the Best Doctor for Surgical Gastroenterology in Chennai, India?
Choosing the right surgical gastroenterology surgeon is one of the most important decisions in your treatment journey. A few factors are worth weighing before you decide:
Experience and Expertise
Look for a surgeon with a strong track record in surgical gastroenterology specifically, not just general surgery. Years of listed experience — shown on every profile below — is a reasonable starting point.
Specialization
Surgical Gastroenterology covers a wide range of procedures, from routine endoscopic work to complex organ transplants. Check that the doctor's listed procedures (see "Procedures in surgical gastroenterology" below) actually match the treatment you need.
Hospital Affiliation
The hospital matters as much as the surgeon. Look for an accredited centre with a dedicated gastroenterology/HPB (hepatopancreatobiliary) unit, ICU support, and experience treating international patients — see "Hospitals where these doctors operate" below.
Communication and Second Opinions
You should be able to get clear answers about your case before committing to travel. Ask for a written second opinion on your reports, in a language you're comfortable in, before you decide.
Transparent Costs
Ask for an itemised, all-inclusive estimate — surgeon's fee, hospital charges and stay — before you travel, so there are no surprises once treatment begins. Our cost calculator (linked below) gives a starting estimate.
How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Doctor for Surgical Gastroenterology in Chennai, India
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This page lists 7 surgical gastroenterology specialists across 3 hospitals in Chennai, India, so you can compare experience and hospital affiliation in one place.
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Transparent, All-Inclusive Costs
We provide a single, itemised quote covering the doctor's fee, hospital charges and stay — no hidden fees, and there's no charge for requesting an estimate. Use our cost calculator alongside this page for a first estimate.
Visa, Travel and Stay Coordination
Once you choose a doctor, we help arrange the medical visa invitation letter, hotel or serviced-apartment booking near the hospital, airport pickup and transport to your appointments.
On-the-Ground and Language Support
A dedicated, language-speaking companion can accompany you to appointments, and our team stays in touch after you return home to check on your recovery.
Curious what treatment might cost for your case? Use our cost calculator for a personalized estimate.
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