Hernia Repair

Many hernias do not cause problems such as pain and blockage. However, once a hernia is established, they do not disappear as the defect or hole is present. Over time, they tend to increase in size. Sometimes, they can impair patient’s ability to function normally. Sometimes they are unsightly and occasionally can result in a surgical emergency. An emergency in this setting occurs when the hernia is stuck and painful or red. Do seek help quickly. Surgery for hernia aims to correct the mechanical defect and minimizing future recurrences. The surgeon will need to take into account the type of hernia, location and important patient factors prior to repair.

Stomach Cancer

Like many major parts of the body, the stomach can have non-cancerous (benign) and cancerous (malignant) conditions. Benign conditions could range from ulcers of various causes to growths from polyps. Most times, the diagnosis is made on gastroscopy and biopsies. Once a diagnosis of gastric cancer is made, the second step is to undertake a “staging” process. This “staging” process essentially tells the surgeon its location, extent or spread. This allows a treatment plan that may include an operation. Often chemotherapy and possibly radiotherapy may take place prior to surgery. After surgery, the course of chemotherapy is completed.

• Oesophageal Cancer (Comprehensive care)
• Oesophageal Stenting
• Oesophageal Diverticulum (Transoral stapling)
• Pilonidal disease
• Pancreatic Tumors
• Polyps of gastrointestinal tract
• Small Bowel Tumors
• Surgery for Diabetes
• Screening for Gastrointestinal cancers (Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy)
• Weight management and obesity