Dr. Gunjan Desai

Dr Gunjan Desai is an experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist and Hepato Pancreato Biliary (HPB) Surgeon in Mumbai with over 15 years of clinical expertise in gastrointestinal surgery, liver surgery, pancreatic surgery, and advanced laparoscopic procedures. With internationally recognised qualifications including MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, England.

Dr Gunjan currently serves as a Consultant at Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Bandra West, Mumbai. He has also worked at S L Raheja Fortis Hospital, MPCT Hospital, and ACI Cumballa Hill Hospital, gaining extensive experience in complex surgical gastroenterology and HPB surgery across reputed institutions in Mumbai.

Dr Gunjan Desai consults in English.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Gunjan Desai specialises in surgical gastroenterology and HPB surgery, including liver resections, bile duct surgery, pancreatic surgery, and minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

Liver and HPB Surgery

Dr Gunjan Desai manages complex liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic surgical conditions using advanced surgical techniques and thorough pre-operative evaluation.

• Liver resection and liver tumour surgery
• Gallbladder cancer and bile duct surgery
• Pancreatic surgery for cancer and other conditions
• Hepatocellular carcinoma surgical management
• Comprehensive HPB surgical planning and care

Surgical Gastroenterology

Dr Gunjan Desai provides surgical treatment for a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions with a focus on safe outcomes and faster recovery.

• Gastrointestinal cancer surgery
• Hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction
• Bowel and colorectal surgical procedures
• Acute pancreatitis surgical management
• Diverticulitis evaluation and surgical treatment

Laparoscopic and Minimally Invasive Surgery

Dr Gunjan Desai performs advanced minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures that result in less pain, smaller cuts, and faster recovery for patients.

• Laparoscopic gallbladder and bile duct surgery
• Laparoscopic hernia repair and mesh reconstruction
• Minimally invasive liver and pancreatic procedures
• Laparoscopic bowel and colorectal surgery
• Advanced keyhole gastrointestinal surgical procedures

Research and Publications

• Late Margin Recurrence after Curative Resection for Hepatocellular Carcinoma – Case Report of Two Cases and Review of this Enigmatic Entity
• Synchronous Multifocal Gall Bladder Cancer and Extrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma
• Pyrexia of Unknown Origin: An Atypical Presentation of Hepatic Hemangioma
• Is Laparoscopic Lavage Safe in Purulent Diverticulitis Versus Colonic Resection? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Professional Experience

Current Experience

• Consultant, Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Bandra West, Mumbai

Previous Experience

• Gastrointestinal Surgeon, S L Raheja Fortis Hospital, Mumbai
• Consultant, MPCT Hospital, Mumbai
• Consultant, ACI Cumballa Hill Hospital, Mumbai

Education and Credentials

• MBBS – B J Medical College, Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute (2010)
• MS General Surgery – University of Delhi (2014)
• DNB Gastroenterology – National Board of Examinations (2018)
• MRCS – Royal College of Surgeons, England
• FMAS

Professional Memberships

• Medical Council of India (MCI)
• Indian Medical Association (IMA)
• Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC)
• Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
• International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
• Member of Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS)
• Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)

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