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Advanced Centre for Upper GI Diseases in India

GEM Hospital provides advanced medical oncology services for the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers using precision-based and evidence-driven approaches.

Our experienced medical oncologists deliver personalized care with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive treatments following internationally accepted oncology protocols.

Medical Oncology at GEM Hospital
World's First

GEM Hospital is the first in the world to perform Thoraco-Laparoscopic Esophagectomy in 'prone position' for esophageal cancer — a technique now followed in most major centres across the globe.

At GEM Hospital, our skilled surgeons ensure not only life-saving interventions for conditions like esophageal, stomach, or pancreatic cancer but also an enhanced quality of life for those dealing with GERD or peptic ulcer disease. Experience healthcare redefined at GEM Hospital, where your well-being is our paramount priority.

Medical Oncology may treat:
  • Cancer of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or pancreas
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Hiatal hernia
  • Peptic ulcer disease
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Pancreatitis
Benefits at GEM Hospital:
  • Most advanced facilities for Medical Oncology
  • Personalized treatment plan for every patient
  • Committed to the safest possible care
  • Expert team ready to guide you every step of the way
  • World-class robotic & laparoscopic facilities
  • 35+ years of trusted surgical excellence

Conditions We Treat

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Hiatus hernia Achalasia Cardia & other motility disorders of the esophagus Corrosive esophago-gastric injuries (acid / alkali ingestion) Stomach / Gastric cancers, GISTs, NETs Esophageal Cancers GE Junction tumors

Advanced Diagnostic Tools

Upper G.I Endoscopy (OGD)

Upper G.I Endoscopy (OGD)

Rapid Urease Test for H.Pylori

Narrow Band Imaging

Narrow Band Imaging (NBI) – Early Cancer Detection

HR Esophageal Manometry

High Resolution Esophageal Manometry with Impedance

24-Hour pH Study

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)

Barium/Gastrograffin Swallow & Follow-through Studies

Ultrasound of Abdomen (USG)

Multidetector CT Scan – Cancer Specific Protocols

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Why GEM Hospital?
  • 35+ Years of Excellence
  • 1,00,000+ Surgeries Done
  • Robotic & Laparoscopic Care
  • Internationally Accredited
  • World-class ICU & Recovery
Surgeries Performed
01 Laparoscopic Antireflux / Nissen's Fundoplication
02 Hiatal / Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
03 Surgery for Achalasia Cardia & Redo-Heller's Myotomy
04 Corrosive Esophago-Gastric Injury Surgery
05 Laparoscopic Trucal Vagotomy & Gastrojejunostomy
06 Benign Esophageal Diseases (Leiomyoma, Diverticulum)
07 Robotic/Lap. Esophageal & Stomach Cancer Surgery
08 Robotic/Lap. Resection of GIST & NET
Dr. C. Palanivelu
Dr. C. Palanivelu
Head of Division

World-renowned pioneer in laparoscopic & robotic surgery with 1000+ esophageal cancer surgeries performed successfully.

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GEM at a Glance
35+ Years of Excellence
1L+ Surgeries Performed
1000+ Cancer Surgeries
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