Expertise of Dr. Kumaragurubaran

Dr. Kumaragurubaran is a Senior Gastroenterologist, GI & Laparoscopic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals, Chennai, and has 28+ years of expertise in performing minimally invasive techniques like laparoscopic and robotic surgery to handle both simple and complex hernia, gallbladder, GI and colorectal surgeries. He also has considerable expertise in the treatment of medical problems of the GI tract, the digestive system, the liver and the pancreas.

Dr. Kumaragurubaran has 28+ years of expertise in performing minimally invasive techniques like laparoscopic and robotic surgery to handle both simple and complex hernia, gallbladder, GI and colorectal surgeries. This is beneficial for patients because it lessens post-operative discomfort and shortens the hospital stay.

Dr. Kumaragurubaran is also very experienced in the treatment of medical conditions of the digestive tract, liver and pancreas, including GERD, gastritis, peptic ulcer, jaundice, fatty liver, hepatitis, pancreatitis, colitis and IBS.

He is skilled in cutting-edge laparoscopic treatment (keyhole surgery), which enables quicker recovery with a lower risk of infection and minimal scarring. With excellent surgical success rates, these techniques support a speedier return to regular activities.

Even in high-risk gastrointestinal and gangrenous gallbladder situations, the availability of cutting-edge laparoscopic and robotic infrastructure — including 4K imaging and precision instruments — allows for safer procedures.

Main areas of expertise

1. Laparoscopic hernia surgery, including complex and recurrent hernia
2. Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, including complex and gangrenous gallbladder surgeries
3. Complex and routine laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries
4. Laparoscopic colorectal and pancreatic surgeries
5. Medical conditions such as GERD, gastritis, jaundice, fatty liver, pancreatitis and colitis
6. Treatment of anorectal conditions such as piles, fissure and fistula, including laser treatment of piles and fistula

Treatment options are based on pre-operative examination and individualised care plans, which ensure that every patient receives customised advice based on their medical history and lifestyle requirements.