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About Dr. Nikunj Gupta

  • Dr Nikunj Gupta, MD, is a gastrointestinal surgeon who has worked for around 8 Years in his area of choice. He is famously known for his great aim and talent when handling the various tools of the trade. These skills enable him to perform various procedures, such as bariatric surgeries, with considerable precision.
  • Dr. Nikunj Gupta has operated independently and as part of a team to perform complex and simple laparoscopic procedures to correct malignancies and other gastrointestinal tract conditions. Currently, he is the Deputy medical director & the Consultant Gastrointestinal Surgeon at NMC Royal Hospital, DIP, Dubai.
  • About the Teaching Facility Staff, Dr. Nikunj Gupta has working experience in a large number of tertiary care hospitals in India and Dubai Before joining Dubai, he was working as a consultant at Jaypee Hospital &Jindal Institute of Medical Sciences, India. He holds an MBBS from a well-established BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad, India.
  • He took an MS in General Surgery from the NHL Municipal Medical College, Ahmedabad to get better at actual surgical operations. To extend his learning in the field of gastrointestinal surgeries he did an M.Ch in Surgical Gastroenterology which is a very specialized course at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences at Lucknow.
  • After he was done with his legal studies he felt the need to get more training. He also gained the Fellowship of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeries(FIAGES). After this, there was a Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery.
  • Dr. Nikunj Gupta is well-versed in doing bariatric Surgeries including gastric bypass and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. He mostly manages conditions for illnesses such as pancreatic stones, acute pancreatitis, and gallbladder stones.
  • His interest also covers laparoscopic upper gastrointestinal surgical operations such as thoracoscopic-laparoscopic esophagectomy, para-oesophageal hernia surgery, and fundoplication.

Conditions treated by Dr. Nikunj Gupta

  • Stomach Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Liver Tumors
  • Cirrhosis
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Fundoplication
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Colorectal Tumors
  • Diverticulitis
  • Gallbladder Diseases (Gallstones, Cholecystitis)
  • Hernias (e.g., inguinal hernia, ventral hernia)
  • Gastrointestinal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Area of Interest

  • Bariatric Surgery (Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass)
  • Laparoscopic Upper Gastrointestinal Procedures
  • Thoraco-laparoscopic Esophagectomy
  • Gastrectomy
  • Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
  • Colectomy
  • Abdominoperineal Resection
  • Total Proctocolectomy with Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis
  • Hepatectomy
  • Whipple’s Procedure
  • Porto-systemic Shunts
  • Gastrointestinal Oncology (Cancer surgeries for GI tract)
  • Hernia Repair
  • Gall Bladder Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

Qualification

  • MBBS- BJ Medical College and
  • MS in General Surgery- NHLM Medical College
  • M.Ch. in Surgical Gastroenterology- Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS)

Work Experiences

  • NMC Royal Hospital DIP
  • Jaypee Hospital
  • Sir Ganga Ram City Hospital, Delhi
  • Sir Ganga Ram Hospital (SGRH), Delhi
  • Shri Ram Singh Hospital & Heart Institute, Delhi
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (2)

  • Fellowship course of Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, FIAGES
  • Fellowship course in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, FALS

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (IAGES)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • He has presented his work at various international conferences and has publications in national and international journals.

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PROCEDURES

  • Abdominoperineal Resection
  • Appendectomy
  • Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Stomach Cancer Treatment
  • Thymectomy
  • Whipple's Procedure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Dr. Nikunj Gupta doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Nikunj Gupta is available to teleconsultate on the MediGence platform.

Q: How long is the consultation?

A. The consultation can last 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

Q: How soon can the consultation be organized?

A. Our panel of doctors includes Medical specialists and board-certified doctors. The consultation will be organized within 24 to 48 hours or based on the doctor and patient's availability.

Q: Is follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

A. No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will need to rebook the consultation.

Q: How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

A. The option to share your medical records is available at the end of the form provided on the website.

Q: Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

A. Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, our case managers can help you choose treatment packages for your diagnosis.

Q: Can we get the estimate for the procedure?

A. Yes. Our case manager will provide you with a cost estimate that includes the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

What does a General Laparoscopic Surgeon do?

A doctor who is trained in laparoscopic surgery is called a general Laparoscopic Surgeon. Laparoscopy is a type of operation performed in the abdomen and pelvis using several small incisions with the help of a camera. The doctor also uses a laparoscope for diagnosis or therapeutic interventions with some small cuts in the abdomen. A general surgeon has knowledge of the entire surgical process, from the evaluation to preparation, procedures, and post-operative care. The surgeon understands all the basic areas of surgery, including the abdomen and its content, surgical treatment of cancer. The surgeons have expertise in minimally invasive techniques.

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

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose conditions related to the abdomen and pelvis:

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

There are various types of conditions related to the abdomen and pelvis. Every condition has different symptoms and signs. A person may not have the same set of signs for a condition and the severity of symptoms might also differ. You need to see a gynecologist if you have persistent symptoms. 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?

Your general physician will refer you to a general laparoscopic surgeon if they suspect a condition that may require surgical treatment. The specialist will perform a series of diagnostic tests to detect the actual cause of the disease and will design a treatment plan accordingly. In the below-listed situations, you must seek assistance from a General Laparoscopic Surgeon:

  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.

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