Dr. Shaik Mohammad Safiuddin

Dr Shaik Mohammad Safiuddin is a general and laparoscopic surgeon in Bangalore with 12 years of experience in open surgery, minimally invasive procedures, proctology, and vascular care.

Patients looking for a laparoscopic surgery specialist in Bangalore or a general surgeon for hernia, proctology, and varicose vein treatment will find in Dr S M Safiuddin a surgeon with advanced fellowship training and a strong academic background.

He currently consults at Manipal Hospital, Jayanagar and Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, MSRIT Post.

Area of Expertise

General Surgery

Dr Safiuddin manages a broad range of acute and elective general surgical conditions including hernia, gallbladder disease, appendicitis, bowel disorders, colorectal malignancies, thyroid and breast diseases, diabetic foot, non-healing ulcers, and blunt and penetrating trauma injuries.

He also has experience in the management of solid organ injuries and perforation peritonitis.

• Open and Laparoscopic Hernia Repair (inguinal, umbilical, incisional)
• Appendicectomy
• Thyroidectomy (Total and Hemi)
• Modified Radical Mastectomy and Breast Conservative Surgery
• Bowel Resection and Anastomosis
• Right/Left Hemicolectomy
• Wound Debridement and Amputation
• Traumatic Liver, Splenic, Pancreatic, and Intestinal Repair
• Incision and Drainage

Laparoscopic Surgery

Dr S M Safiuddin specialises in minimally invasive surgical techniques for abdominal, gastrointestinal, and bariatric conditions, with advanced fellowship training in 3D laparoscopy and complex laparoscopic procedures.

• Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
• Laparoscopic Hernia Repair (inguinal, umbilical, hiatal, incisional)
• Laparoscopic Fundoplication
• Laparoscopic Appendicectomy
• Laparoscopic Bowel Surgery
• Sleeve Gastrectomy
• Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
• Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB)

Proctology

He treats common anorectal conditions including haemorrhoids, anal fissures, and fistula-in-ano, offering both open and advanced stapler-based surgical options for lasting relief.

• Open and Stapler Haemorrhoidectomy
• Fistulectomy
• Sphincterotomy (for anal fissure)

Vascular Surgery

Dr Safiuddin manages peripheral vascular conditions including varicose veins, peripheral vascular disease, and lower limb complications associated with diabetes and chronic venous insufficiency.

• Varicose Vein Stripping and Perforator Ligation
• Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
• Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT)

Circumcision

Dr Shaik Mohammad Safiuddin manages foreskin-related conditions including Phimosis, Paraphimosis, Balanitis, and Recurrent Foreskin Infections.

• Open Circumcision
• Stapler Circumcision (ZSR)
• Laser Circumcision

Bariatric Surgery

Dr S M Safiuddin treats severe obesity and related metabolic conditions such as Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, Dyslipidaemia, and Sleep Apnoea.

• Intragastric Balloon Placement (Weight Loss Balloon)
• Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG)
• Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
• Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB)

Professional Experience

Assistant Professor, Department of General Surgery from St. John's Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore (November 2024 to Present)

• Independently performs open and laparoscopic procedures including colorectal, endocrine, and trauma surgeries
• Part of the Renal Transplant team for live and deceased kidney retrieval and transplantation
• Conducts undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervises residents and CRRIs
• Participates in departmental audits and morbidity/mortality meetings

Credentials and Education

• MBBS from Narayana Medical College and Hospital, Nellore in 2014
• CRRI (Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship) | Narayana Medical College, Nellore in 2015
• MS (General Surgery) from PES Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Andhra Pradesh in 2021
• DNB (General Surgery) from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 2024
• FMIS (Fellowship in Minimal Invasive Surgery) from AV Hospital, Bangalore (RGUHS) in 2024

Medical Registration: Andhra Pradesh Medical Council No 91559

Research and Publications

• Journal Publication: A comparative study between honey dressing and local application of insulin in wound healing for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
• Thesis: Risk factors, clinical profile, and outcome of management of paraumbilical hernia in a rural tertiary care hospital
• State Conference Paper: Clinical and sonological correlation in the diagnosis and management of acute appendicitis
• State Conference Poster: Primary intratesticular rhabdomyosarcoma in the paediatric age group
• Collaborative Study: Member of the IAGES Hiatus Hernia Surgery Study Team

Memberships, Certifications and Languages

Professional Memberships: Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) | Surgical Society of Bangalore (SSB)

Certifications: BLS Training | ICU Management

Languages: English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil

Book an Appointment with Dr Shaik Mohammad Safiuddin, General and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Bangalore

Dr Shaik Mohammad Safiuddin, General and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Bangalore, consults at Manipal Hospital, Jayanagar and Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, MSRIT Post (consultation fee: Rs. 1,000).

To book an appointment for general surgery, laparoscopic surgery, proctology, or vascular surgery in Bangalore, contact the respective hospital directly or book a priority consultation through HexaHealth.