Expert in Advanced Laparoscopic & Robotic HPB Surgery
Dr. Raju Ponnusamy is an expert super-specialist in Surgical Gastroenterology, focusing on the surgical management of liver, pancreas, and biliary disorders. He utilizes advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures to improve recovery times and patient outcomes.
About Dr. Raju Ponnusamy
Dr. Raju Ponnusamy is a Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist, and Advanced Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon, with extensive experience in managing both benign and malignant diseases of the gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) system.
He has undergone comprehensive super-specialty training in Surgical Gastroenterology, with focused expertise in the surgical management of liver, pancreas, and biliary disorders, along with advanced gastrointestinal procedures.
His clinical practice emphasizes minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery, ensuring precision, faster recovery, and improved patient outcomes. He has actively participated in various national conferences and continuing medical education (CME) programs, and has delivered several academic presentations.
Qualifications
- DrNB (Surgical Gastroenterology) – Super-specialty national board degree
- DNB (General Surgery)
- MBBS
- FMAS – Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery
Core Strengths
- Minimally Invasive & Robotic HPB Surgery
- Liver Surgery for Benign & Malignant Diseases
- Pancreatic Surgery for Tumors & Chronic Pancreatitis
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy & advanced Biliary Procedures
- Complex Hernia and Abdominal wall reconstructions
- Advanced Proctologic Surgery
Achievements & Awards
- Bursary Award: Received at IASGCON 2023, Patna.
- Best Video Presentation: Awarded at AWR DI 2025, Chennai.
- Bursary Award: Received at IHPBA 2025, Kolkata.
Publications
- Original Publication: Ponnusamy R, Dasgupta P, Pai A. Intestinal Perforation in a Case of Peripheral T Cell Lymphoma after Initiation of Chemotherapy. (Korean J Gastroenterol. 2024 Aug 25;84(2):90-94).
- Research Article: Dasgupta P, Ponnusamy R, Pai A, Ravuri N. Laparoscopic preperitoneal repair of lateral hernia - our experience. (Mini-invasive Surg. 2025;9:5).