About
Dr. Vikram J. Rao
Surgical Gastroenterologist · Pancreatic & Colorectal Surgeon · Robotic GI Surgeon · GI Oncology
Dr. Vikram J. Rao is a Surgical Gastroenterologist, GI Oncosurgeon, and Robotic GI Surgeon with special expertise in the management of pancreatic, colon, and rectal diseases, including both benign and malignant conditions. He specializes in the treatment of pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer, complex pancreatic disorders, advanced gastrointestinal cancers, gallbladder stones, and complex hernia surgery.
His clinical practice encompasses diseases of the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, stomach, small intestine, colon, and rectum, with a particular focus on pancreatic surgery, colorectal surgery, GI cancer surgery, robotic surgery, and advanced minimally invasive GI surgery, including abdominal wall reconstruction with robotic/laparoscopic hernia surgery.
Dr. Rao has extensive experience in performing complex procedures including Whipple surgery (pancreaticoduodenectomy), distal pancreatectomy, colon cancer surgery, rectal cancer surgery, liver resections, robotic GI cancer surgery, and minimally invasive procedures for pancreatitis. He has a special interest in the multidisciplinary management of pancreatic tumours, borderline resectable pancreatic cancer, hepatobiliary malignancies, and advanced colorectal cancers.
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Credentials
Training and fellowships
Qualifications
- MBBS, MS
- DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology (KEM, Mumbai)
- Hospital Management (IIMBx)
Fellowships
- FMAS, Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery
- FIAGES, Fellowship of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons
- FACRSI, Fellowship of the Association of Colon and Rectal Surgeons of India
Affiliations
Indus Institute of Gastro Uro Hospitals (IIGU)
Founder & Medical Director
Manipal Hospitals, Bengaluru
Consultant, Surgical Gastroenterologist · Pancreatic & Colorectal Surgeon · Robotic GI Surgeon & GI Oncology
Clinical focus
Areas of expertise
Dr. Rao has extensive experience in performing complex procedures including Whipple surgery (pancreaticoduodenectomy), distal pancreatectomy, colon cancer surgery, rectal cancer surgery, liver resections, robotic GI cancer surgery, and minimally invasive procedures for pancreatitis. He has a special interest in the multidisciplinary management of pancreatic tumours, borderline resectable pancreatic cancer, hepatobiliary malignancies, and advanced colorectal cancers.
By utilizing robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques, he aims to deliver precise treatment, faster recovery, reduced postoperative pain, and improved patient outcomes. His practice combines evidence-based medicine, advanced surgical expertise, and a patient-centered approach to provide comprehensive care for patients with pancreatic, colorectal, and gastrointestinal disorders.
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