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Dr. S Sankar

Dr. S Sankar

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Chennai, India

34 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Tamil , English

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About Dr. S Sankar

Conditons treated by Dr. S Sankar

General Laparoscopic Surgeon S Sankar treats the following conditions:

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

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. S Sankar

The below symptoms should be discussed with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon who will advise required diagnostic tests and start appropriate treatment:

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

The symptoms are caused by a disorder that affects the abdomen or pelvis and could vary greatly as the nervous system controls many various body functions.

Operating Hours of Dr. S Sankar

If you want to seek consultation from doctor S Sankar, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. S Sankar

The popular procedures that General Laparoscopic Surgeon S Sankar performs are listed below:

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

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

  • MBBS
  • MS

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre

Memberships (3)

  • Indian medical association - IMA
  • Association of surgeons of india - ASI
  • Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology - IASG

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Procedures Performed

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. S Sankar is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. S Sankar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 21 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon is a doctor who is trained in laparoscopy technique which involves making small incisions in the abdomen to insert instruments and a camera so that the surgeon can see the organs. The surgeons used this technique to operate on several diseases related to the gallbladder, hernias, etc. A General Laparoscopic Surgeon can perform laparoscopic surgeries to treat conditions like Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis, etc. The surgeon works closely with a surgical team that includes anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgical technicians. The surgeons have expertise in minimally invasive techniques which involves making small incisions to access various organs.

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:

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

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.

There are many reasons to see a general laparoscopic surgeon. Your primary doctor will evaluate your condition and will suggest you see a general laparoscopic surgeon if they find that the condition of the abdomen would need laparoscopic surgery. Some of the symptoms which require a consultation with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon are:

  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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