Gastrointestinal Surgery

At a glance

Sub-specialties

upper gastrointestinal and esophageal surgery, colorectal surgery, hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery, surgical oncology of the digestive tract, proctology

Common procedures

laparoscopic gallbladder removal, colectomy and bowel resection, anti-reflux and hiatal hernia surgery, stomach and esophageal cancer surgery, liver and pancreas surgery, hemorrhoid and anal surgery, hernia repair

Common reasons to travel

experienced surgical teams, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, one coordinated cancer plan, shorter waiting times

Typical hospital stay

a day or two for keyhole gallbladder surgery, several days to a week or more for major bowel, liver or pancreas operations

Anaesthesia

general anaesthesia for most operations; some anal procedures use spinal or local anaesthesia

Typical first step

a remote review of your imaging, endoscopy and reports, followed by an in person assessment and any tests needed before surgery