Dr. Karthik Maruthachalam
Bariatric Surgeon
The Madras Institute of Orthopedics and Traumatology , Chennai, India18 Years of experience
Speaks: Tamil , English
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Bariatric Surgeon
The Madras Institute of Orthopedics and Traumatology , Chennai, India18 Years of experience
Speaks: Tamil , English
One of the finest Gastrointestinal Surgeon in Chennai, India, Dr. Karthik Maruthachalam, has worked with several world class multidisciplinary hospitals over the years. A doctor with outstanding credentials, the doctor is known to guarantee efficiency and safety when performing different kinds of procedures as he keeps abreast of latest developments in his specialty. The specialist holds a very degree of experience with over 18 years of experience. Some of the most common conditione the doctor deals with are Morbid Obesity, Anal Cancer, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases, Colorectal or Colon Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer.
Here is a list of some of the conditions a Gastrointestinal Surgeon Dr.Karthik Maruthachalam treats:
The doctor ensures high-quality treatment for a wide array of conditions. The specialist has performed a large number of procedures with a high success rate and adheres to medical protocols to ensure patient safety and speedy recovery.The doctor has rich experience in performing complex cases with accuracy. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures and ensures that the patient recovers quickly.
Gastrointestinal diseases may produce a wide arrow of symptoms ranging from mild to severe. We list here some of the symptoms:
The above symptoms may vary from person to person and can be mild or severe. They may hint at some minor disorders and symptoms of more serious conditions. You should take the symptom seriously which lasts for a while or recurs even if it is not linked to any pain. Speak with a specialist if you experience painful cramps, abdominal pain, and heavy bleeding between periods as these could indicate more serious health issues.
Dr Karthik Maruthachalam works from 11 am to 5 pm on all days of the week, except Sunday.
The list of popular procedures that Dr Karthik Maruthachalam perform is given below:
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is minimally invasive surgery to remove the gallbladder. It is done when gallstones cause pain, inflammation, or infection. The surgery is performed by making a few small incisions, and the patient can go home the same day and can resume normal activities. You must call your doctor if you have any problems after surgery.
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Dr Karthik Maruthachalam is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 18 years of experience.
Gastrointestinal Surgeon treats problems and diseases of the digestive systems and knows how the digestive system works. They are trained in surgical treatment. Some disorders that Gastrointestinal Surgeon treats include:
As experts, Gastrointestinal Surgeons can do more than only treat problems. They could also help both adults and children by educating them on what they need to do to keep their system healthy.
A Gastrointestinal Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose conditions related to the Gastrointestinal tract:
Endoscopy is a very common diagnostic procedure in which a doctor inserts a tube-like medical instrument, known as an endoscope, into the mouth and the throat to look for any condition.
You may be instructed to visit a Gastrointestinal Surgeon if you experience the below symptoms:
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