Dr. Balashanmugam T.S.
Head of Department Minimally Invasive Bariatric
Gleneagles Hospital, ChennaiChennai, India
30+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MBBS
- MS
- FMAS
Overview:
Dr. Balashanmugam T.S. is a renowned expert in Minimally Invasive Bariatric and Gastrointestinal Surgery, heading the department at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai. With close to 20 years of surgical experience, he has carved a niche in advanced laparoscopic and gastrointestinal procedures.
He received specialized training in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery and NOTES (Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery) at IRCAD, France – a globally reputed surgical training institute. His proficiency spans a wide range of laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques, particularly in bariatric and esophageal surgeries.
Dr. Balashanmugam is a well-regarded member of multiple prestigious national and international societies, including:
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
- Asia Pacific Hernia Society
- European Association of Transluminal Surgical Society
- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons
- Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
- Obesity and Metabolic Surgical Society of India
He is an active contributor to medical literature and regularly participates as a faculty member in international and national surgical conferences.
Conditions Treated
- Obesity
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Esophageal Disorders
- Colorectal Disorders
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Hernias
Procedures Performed
- Minimal Access Surgery
- Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Surgery
- Laparoscopic Esophagectomy
- NOTES & Single-Incision Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
- Acute Pancreatitis and POEM Procedure
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FAQs
He specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic bariatric and GI surgeries.
He is available at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, located in Perumbakkam, Sholinganallur.
Yes, he has been trained at IRCAD in France, a leading international institute for laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery.
You can directly book an appointment with Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai or reach out to HOSPIDIO for personalized assistance at [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337. Our team will help coordinate your consultation and treatment seamlessly.
Yes, he is one of the leading specialists in obesity surgery and has performed numerous successful bariatric procedures over the years.