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BIOGRAPHY

Conditons treated by Dr. Mohan Koppikar

Listed below are some of the conditions that General Laparoscopic Surgeon Mohan Koppikar treats::

  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis

Though many digestive problems could be treated successfully with or medications or lifestyle changes, some conditions may require laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopic surgery is a "minimally invasive" procedure commonly used to treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. For laparoscopic surgery, small incisions are made in the abdomen. The laparoscope instruments are inserted through these ports.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Mohan Koppikar

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, consult a General Laparoscopic Surgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions:

  • Abdominal bloating
  • Flatulence
  • Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses
  • Loss of appetite
  • Back pain between your shoulder blades
  • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in your abdomen
  • Constipation or diarrhea
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements
  • Nausea or vomiting

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions related to the abdomen or pelvis. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions.

Operating Hours of Dr. Mohan Koppikar

You can consult Dr Mohan Koppikar from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Mohan Koppikar

With several years of experience and deep knowledge, Dr Mohan Koppikar has successfully performed a wide range of surgeries. Some of the popular procedures performed by the specialists include:

  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Appendectomy
  • Whipples Procedure

Gallbladder removal has become very common these days. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal is a minimally invasive procedure that involves making small incisions to remove a diseased or inflamed gallbladder. Laparoscopic removal is mostly preferred for gallbladder removal surgery. It is also known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Qualification

  • MS
  • MBBS

Past Experiences

  • General And Laparoscopic Surgeon - Kem Hospital
  • General And Laparoscopic Surgeon - Tata Memorial Hospital
  • General And Laparoscopic Surgeon - New Cross And Royal Hospital Wolverhampton Cheltenham Gen. Hospital
  • General And Laparoscopic Surgeon - West Middlesex Univesity Hospital ,London
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  • Association of Surgeons of India

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PROCEDURES

  • Appendectomy
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Whipple's Procedure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Mohan Koppikar have?
Dr. Mohan Koppikar is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Mumbai, India.
Does Dr. Mohan Koppikar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Mohan Koppikar have?
Dr. Mohan Koppikar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 30 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

What does a General Laparoscopic Surgeon do?

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon is a doctor who is trained in laparoscopic surgery, also called minimally invasive surgery/keyhole surgery, The surgeon evaluates the condition of the patient completely so that the actual condition can be identified and a treatment plan can be designed. There are many other works that a General Laparoscopic Surgeon handles like monitoring general health problems that generally a general physician addresses. They also perform diagnostic tests to find out the underlying conditions. Some other conditions that a gynecologist can treat are Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis.

What are the tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon?

The tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon are listed belowA General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose underlying conditions:

  • Urine Tests
  • Skrotal Doppler
  • Blood Tests
  • CT scan Abdomen
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Physical Exam
  • Ingunial Ultrasound

If a person shows symptoms related to the abdomen and pelvis, different tests are done to identify the cause of the condition. The doctor will perform some tests to detect the condition and plan the treatment as per the test report.

When should you go to see a general laparoscopic surgeon?

Patients see a general surgeon in a variety of circumstances. If your doctor thinks that non-surgical treatments will not be enough, they may refer to a general laparoscopic surgeon. An individual needs to consult a General Laparoscopic Surgeon in case of the below situations:

  1. Reduced appetite and weight loss
  2. Persistent change in your bowel habits
  3. Nausea and vomiting.
  4. Fever.
  5. Abdominal tenderness
  6. Loss of appetite
  7. Abdominal pain and cramping.
  8. Blood in your stool.