Dr. Karthik S
Dr. Karthik S
MBBS,MS (General Surgery), DNB (General Surgery), FNB (MAS)
Speciality
Gastrointestinal, Bariatric, General & Robotic Surgeon
Experience
19 Years
Experienced Gastrointestinal, Bariatric & General Surgeon in Bengaluru, providing expert care in minimally invasive surgery, hernia repair, weight-loss procedures,and advanced digestive treatments to restore health and improve quality of life.
About Dr. Karthik S
Dr. Karthik S is a highly skilled Gastrointestinal, Bariatric and General Surgeon known for delivering safe, precise and patient-centered surgical care. He specializes in advanced minimally invasive and laparoscopic procedures for digestive and metabolic disorders, focusing on faster recovery, reduced pain and improved long-term outcomes. His approach combines careful diagnosis, modern surgical techniques and compassionate care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Dr. Karthik has extensive expertise in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions, obesity-related surgical treatments and a wide range of general surgical problems. He is also actively involved in research and academic presentations, reflecting his commitment to innovation, evidence-based treatment, and continuous improvement in surgical care.
Area Of Expertise
Advanced keyhole procedures for digestive disorders using small incisions to reduce pain, shorten hospital stay and enable faster recovery.
Specialised weight-loss surgeries that help control obesity and related conditions like diabetes, improving long-term health and quality of life.
Advanced robot-assisted surgery offering high precision, minimal pain, smaller incisions and faster recovery for complex gastrointestinal and hernia conditions.
Precise laparoscopic procedures to treat gallstones and bile duct problems, relieving pain and preventing complications.
Advanced surgical treatment for appendix and colon conditions, restoring digestive function with safe, minimally invasive techniques.
Minimally invasive laser procedures to treat piles and fistula with less pain, minimal bleeding and faster healing.
Comprehensive surgical solutions for severe obesity that support sustainable weight loss and improved metabolic health.
Education & Fellowship
FNB (MAS) from NBE, New Delhi (2016)
DNB (General Surgery) from NBE, New Delhi (2012)
MS (General Surgery) from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (2009 – 2012)
MBBS from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (2001 – 2007)
Work Experience
- Consultant in Minimal Access, Gastrointestinal and Bariatric, Robotic & General Surgery, Apollo Speciality hospital, Sheshadripuram, Bangalore, 2025 till date.
- Consultant in Minimal Access Surgery, Gastrointestinal and Bariatric surgery, Aster R V Hospital, J P Nagar, Bangalore from April 2019 Sep 2021.
- Associate Consultant in Minimal Access Surgery, Gastrointestinal and Bariatric surgery, Fortis Hospital, Cunningham road, Bangalore from May 2016 to April 2019.
- Senior Resident in Minimal access surgery, Gastrointestinal and Bariatric surgery, Fortis hospital, Bannerghatta road, Bangalore from March 2014 to May 2016.
- Deputy Medical Officer in Neyveli Lignite Corporation from August 2013 to March 2014.
- Senior Resident in General Surgery in ESIC PGI&MSR, Rajajinagar, Bangalore from 28 July 2012 to August 2013.
- Resident doctor in Bangalore institute of Oncology from Feb’08 to Aug’08.
- Junior Resident in General Surgery in Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore from May 2009-April 2012
Achievements
- Robotic Surgery certification course from Intuitive Inc.
- Attended Certified course and workshop on Minimal Invasive Coloproctology at SMILES Bangalore, and training in laser haemorroidopexy, LIFT, management of complex fistulas.
- Attended workshop and hands on training in management of complex ventral hernias. e TEP/ e TAR/ Component Separation procedures conducted by Dr Ramana Balasubramaniam in Medica Gamma hospital, Kolkata.and certified as AWR Surgeon in Nov 2018.
- First Author of case report “ Spontaneous Per Oral expulsion of Intragastric balloon” in Journal of Digestive Endoscopy.
- Best poster award for “Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy using one 10mm and two 5mm Ports; Is routine 4th Port mandatory?” in ASICON 2016.• Awarded best poster for “Management of Zenkers diverticulum “ in KASICON 2020
- Awarded best paper for “Analysis of regional blocks in management of Groin hernias , A Comparative study” in KASICON 2020
- First Author of case report “laparoscopic excision of large rectal GIST” and in published in Indexed journal of minimal access surgery, July-Sep2016 issue.
- First Author of original article “Analysis of Laparoscopic port site complications- A descriptive study” and is published in Indexed journal of minimal access surgery, April – June 2013 issue.
- Presented a paper “Study of port site complications in Laparoscopic surgery” in National conference ASICON 2010 held in New Delhi.
- Karnataka Medical Council registration # 76815.
- Member of Association of surgeons of India FL17297
- Training in laparoscopic surgery in CEMAST
- Worked in Government Wenlock District Hospital for 2 years during postgraduation.