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Dr. Vikram J Rao

Founder, Managing Director

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About the Doctor

Dr. Vikram J Rao is a distinguished surgical gastroenterologist and the visionary Founder and Managing Director of IIGU Hospitals in Bangalore. Widely recognized as a premier gastroenterologist in Bangalore, he brings decades of clinical excellence, leadership, and advanced surgical precision to the management of complex digestive disorders.

Educational Background & Fellowships

Dr. Vikram J Rao completed his specialized surgical training at the prestigious KEM Hospital in Mumbai, earning his Master of Surgery (MS) and DNB in Surgical Gastroenterology. He holds elite fellowships including FMAS, FIAGES, and FACRSI, alongside an advanced credential in Hospital Management from IIMBx.

As the Director of Gastrointestinal Sciences, he leads a world-class team providing comprehensive care for complex gastrointestinal tract malignancies, bariatric needs, and advanced laparoscopic interventions.

Fluent in: English, Hindi, Kannada

Areas of Expertise

Advanced therapeutic care and precision treatment pathways tailored for optimal patient recovery.

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Advanced Laparoscopic GI Surgery
Minimally invasive keyhole procedures for hernia repairs, appendectomy, and complex colorectal conditions, ensuring faster recovery times and minimal scarring for patients.
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Gastrointestinal Oncology Care
Comprehensive, highly targeted surgical management of complex gastrointestinal cancers, including esophageal, stomach, pancreatic, and advanced colorectal malignancies.
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Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Care
Specialized surgical interventions for complex liver diseases, gallbladder disorders, bile duct structures, and benign or malignant pancreatic conditions.
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Laser Proctology Procedures
Advanced, minimally invasive laser treatments for common conditions like piles (haemorrhoids), fissures, and fistulas, ensuring minimal pain and rapid recovery.
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Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery
Weight loss surgical procedures tailored for clinical obesity and metabolic syndromes, focused on long-term health restoration and lifestyle improvement.
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Advanced GI Endoscopy
High-definition diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic screenings to accurately detect, evaluate, and manage early-stage digestive tract disorders

Journey

Experience

Director & Senior Consultant - Surgical Gastroenterology
IIGU Hospitals, Bengaluru
Current
Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist
Belenus Champion Hospital, Bengaluru
Current

Affiliations

Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist
Apollo Clinic, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru
Active
Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist
Medicover Hospitals, Whitefield, Bengaluru
Active
Life Member
Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India
Active

Awards / Education

DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)

dvanced residency and superspecialty training in surgical gastroenterology

KEM Hospital, Mumbai
Completed 2016

MS (General Surgery)

Master of Surgery degree focusing on core open and laparoscopic principles.

M R Medical College, Gulbarga
Completed 2016

MBBS

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery medical degree.

RGUHS, Bengaluru
Completed 2012
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