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General Surgery

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General Surgery

The Department of General Surgery offers a comprehensive range of both general and super-specialty surgical services. It is structured into five specialized units, each led by experienced faculty members. The fourth unit is led by our esteemed Head of Department, Dr. Laxman, who also oversees the department's academic and clinical operations.

Each of the remaining units is headed by dedicated Professors, and Associate Professors, ensuring high standards of patient care, teaching, and research.

Our department operates regular services from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, while emergency surgical care is available round-the-clock (24/7) to manage critical and trauma cases efficiently.

General Surgery

Labs, museums, facilities available within the Department

In addition to clinical services, the department is well-equipped with the following academic and learning facilities:

  • Surgical Museum: Showcasing a wide range of anatomical and pathological specimens for student learning.
  • Departmental Library: Available for faculty and postgraduate students, stocked with key surgical textbooks and reference materials.
  • Seminar Hall: Used regularly for postgraduate lectures, discussions, case presentations, and academic sessions.

These facilities support our commitment to excellence in surgical education, patient care, and clinical research.

Services offered in the Department

The GIMSR General Surgery Department offers a comprehensive range of surgical services, including thyroid surgery, abdominal surgery, breast surgery, and vascular surgery. They also have facilities for laparoscopic surgery, such as cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and hernia repairs. Additionally, the department includes an out-patient department, upper and lower GI endoscopy, and 11 well-equipped operation theaters.

Working Guidelines

  • General Surgeries: The department addresses a wide array of surgical needs related to the abdomen, breast, and vascular systems.
  • Thyroid Surgery: Surgeries for thyroid conditions are a part of the department's offerings.
  • Abdominal Surgery: Procedures related to the digestive tract and other abdominal organs are performed.
  • Breast Surgery: The department provides surgical care for breast-related conditions.
  • Vascular Surgery: Surgeries addressing blood vessel issues are performed by the department.
  • Laparoscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive procedures like cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and hernia repairs are available.
  • Endoscopy: The department provides facilities for upper and lower GI endoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
  • ICU and Emergency Services: The department has a 24/7 Surgical ICU, ensuring immediate and comprehensive care for patients.

Academics in the Department

Our department offers academic programs for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) students.

Currently, we have three active PG batches: 2022–23 2023–24 2024–25

Each PG batch consists of 6 students, bringing the total number of PG students to 18.

On the undergraduate side, we also have three active batches:

2021–22 batch with 150 students
2022–23 batch with 124 students
2023–24 batch with 153 students

The department continues to maintain a strong academic environment, supporting students across various levels of study.

Academics in the Department

Conference and Workshops

  1. Breast Cancer Awareness Program & Breast Cancer Week – 21st October 2024

    The Department of Surgery successfully conducted a Breast Cancer Awareness Program in observance of Breast Cancer Week on 21st October 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness about early detection, prevention, and treatment of breast cancer. Various informative sessions and interactive activities were organized, receiving enthusiastic participation from both students and faculty.

  2. Surgery Foundation Zonal Workshop & CME in Collaboration with ASI – 26th April 2025

    On 26th April 2025, the Department of Surgery hosted the Surgery Foundation Zonal Workshop & Continuing Medical Education (CME) program in collaboration with the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI). The workshop featured expert-led sessions, hands-on training, and case discussions, enriching the knowledge and skills of budding surgeons.

    The event saw participation from over 150 students, including attendees from our institution as well as from other medical colleges, making it a grand academic success.

Faculty

Professor-HOD
  • Janni Laxman

    Janni Laxman

Associate Professor
  • Potnuri Radhika

    Potnuri Radhika

  • Santosh Raja Erabati

    Santosh Raja Erabati

Assistant Professor
  • Grace Lalitha Priya Uppada

    Grace Lalitha Priya Uppada

  • Hareesh Meka

    Hareesh Meka

  • J Lakshmi Sushama Vadali

    J Lakshmi Sushama Vadali

  • M Sundara Krishna

    M Sundara Krishna

  • Malla Navya Teja

    Malla Navya Teja

  • Nandigrama Siva Durgesh

    Nandigrama Siva Durgesh

  • Pedada Rakesh

    Pedada Rakesh

  • Raj Kumar Sahu

    Raj Kumar Sahu

Consultant
  • P Satish Babu

    P Satish Babu

Professor
  • Dasari Prasada Rao

    Dasari Prasada Rao

  • Pasagadugula Satya Srinivas

    Pasagadugula Satya Srinivas

  • Reddi Bhavani Rao

    Reddi Bhavani Rao

Senior Resident
  • Anaparthy Divya

    Anaparthy Divya

  • Chandini Samantula

    Chandini Samantula

  • Karri Shyamini

    Karri Shyamini

  • Pulavarty Prateek

    Pulavarty Prateek

  • Pulugu Gyandeep

    Pulugu Gyandeep

  • Swastik Nihar Mohanty

    Swastik Nihar Mohanty

  • Thammaneni Sarath Reddy

    Thammaneni Sarath Reddy

  • Yelamati Sai Deepika

    Yelamati Sai Deepika

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