Dr. Balakrishna S

With 18 years of experience, Dr Balakrishna S is a highly esteemed surgical gastroenterologist in Bangalore providing holistic digestive healthcare.

Having successfully operated on hundreds of patients with intricate gastrointestinal ailments, patients seeking an expert GI surgeon in Bangalore trust Dr Balakrishna for his operative accuracy and compassionate approach to managing complex abdominal conditions.

He communicates effectively in English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, and Tamil.

Area of Expertise

Dr Balakrishna S independently manages delicate digestive pathologies using targeted, minimally invasive techniques.

He delivers dedicated, patient-focused treatment, focusing on robotic gastro-surgery, liver transplantation, and GI oncology.

Minimal Access and Robotic Gastro-Surgery

Dr Balakrishna treats chronic digestive tract ailments and benign abdominal tumors.

He executes meticulous clinical protocols to restore optimal intestinal function and ensure lasting relief with minimal scarring.

• Precision Robotic Gastro-Surgery
• Cutting-edge Laparoscopic Procedures
• Comprehensive Appendectomy

HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation

He effectively treats severe hepatic damage, chronic biliary conditions, and gallbladder issues.

He utilizes modern therapeutic modalities to perform safe, life-saving interventions promoting optimal hepatic health.

• Expert HPB (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary) Surgery
• Advanced Liver Transplantation
• Precision Gallbladder Surgery

GI Oncology and Colorectal Interventions

He evaluates intricate malignant pathologies including advanced gastrointestinal cancers and severe colorectal diseases like Crohn's Disease. He provides vital diagnostic insights to guide focused, minimally invasive tumor resections.

• Specialized GI Oncology Procedures
• Expert Colorectal Disease Management
• Comprehensive Crohn's Disease Interventions

General and Complex GI Surgeries

He manages acute abdominal emergencies and complicated structural wall defects including hernias. He utilizes advanced surgical approaches to ensure safe and complete anatomical repair.

• Specialized Elective and Emergency GI Surgeries
• Precision Hernia Repair

Credentials and Education

• MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore (2008)
• MS in General Surgery from KIMS, Hubli (2012)
• MCh in Gastrointestinal Surgery from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (2020)

He holds exceptional academic qualifications and has acquired extensive training in comprehensive digestive care.

He is registered with the Karnataka Medical Council (Registration No 80509 since 2008).

Professional Experience

Dr Balakrishna brings vast medical expertise to his practice. He is presently serving as a Consultant Laparoscopic and Robotic Gastrosurgeon at Manipal Hospital (Millers Road) in Bangalore.

Previously, he has provided top-tier academic and clinical care at a premier institution:

• MS Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore (Assistant Professor of Surgery)

Talks and Publications

Dr Balakrishna S actively contributes to the broader medical community through rigorous academic research and dedicated clinical mentoring. His most notable achievements include:

• Authored multiple impactful research publications in highly respected Indian and International Medical Journals.
• Presented critical surgical outcomes on Crohn's Disease and Liver Transplantation at prestigious national conferences like IASGCON and LTSICON.
• Frequently featured in the media, including a prominent piece in the Deccan Herald discussing successful emergency surgical interventions.

Awards and Achievements

• Secured 2nd Place for his outstanding poster presentation at the 1st Annual National Conference LTSICON in 2019.
• Won 2nd Place for his excellent academic presentation at the 30th Annual State Conference KSC-ASICON in 2012.

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