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Advanced Centre for Gastrointestinal Disorders in India

GEM Hospital's Gastrointestinal Surgery Division is one of India's top centres for treating complex GI disorders. We offer expert care in laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for conditions like cancer and GERD.

Our team is led by Dr. C. Palanivelu, a leader in esophageal and gastric cancer surgeries, having successfully performed over 1,000 laparoscopic and robotic procedures with high precision and patient satisfaction.

With 35+ years of experience, we focus on providing world-class care using the latest technology. Our team ensures the best outcomes with minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and improved results.

Upper GI Surgery at GEM Hospital
World's First

GEM Hospital is the world's pioneer in performing Thoraco-Laparoscopic Esophagectomy in the prone position for esophageal cancer, a groundbreaking technique now adopted by leading centers worldwide.

Benefits at GEM Hospital:
  • Advanced Upper GI Surgical Facilities
  • Tailored Treatment for Every Patient
  • Commitment to Safe, Quality Care
  • Expert Surgeons Guiding You at Every Step
  • State-of-the-Art Robotic & Laparoscopic Technology
  • 35+ Years of Trusted Surgical Excellence
Upper GI Surgery May Treat:
  • Esophageal, Stomach, Small Intestine or Pancreatic Cancers
  • GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Gallbladder Disorders
  • Pancreatitis

Diagnostic Modalities

Upper GI Endoscopy (OGD)

Upper GI Endoscopy (OGD)

H. Pylori Testing (RUT)

Narrow Band Imaging

Narrow Band Imaging (NBI)

HR Esophageal Manometry

HR Esophageal Manometry

24-hour pH Study

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)

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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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