Dr. Ganga Shanker
MS General, Laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon
- 📍 Address: Kompally, Suchitra, Hyderabad
- 📱 WhatsApp: 9100009108
- 📞 Phone: 9100009108
- ✉️ Email: vuppalashanker@gmail.com
- 🌐 Web: www.lasersurgicare.com
APJ Abdul Kalam Excellence Award
Awarded in the field of Medicine, August 2021
Dr. Ganga Shanker
Dr. V Gangashankar has made a name for himself as a specialist for diseases of the colo-proctology. He has enormous experience, particularly in the fields of minimally invasive surgery and laser surgery.
He is well versed in the entire spectrum of ordinary and sophisticated minimally invasive laser surgeries for haemorrhoids (piles), Pilonidal sinus, anal fissures and anal fistulas with special expertise in laser haemorrhoidopexy, recurrent and complex fistulas.
Is a well experienced, versatile, highly reputed Consultant General & Laparoscopic Surgeon with more than 16 years of expertise in surgical practice. His in-depth expertise in different types of surgeries and healthcare areas has made him one of the most sought-after surgeons in Hyderabad and Telangana. He stands out for his passion for excellence in medicine and good healthcare placing the patient’s needs above all other interests.
Special Clinical Focus
- Minimally invasive surgery - Laparoscopic
- Advanced Laser Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction & Hernia Surgery
- Colo-proctology & Advanced Proctology
- Male Infertility & Andrology
- Diabetic Footcare & Podiatric Surgery
Education & Qualifications
MBBS
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh
MS (General Surgery)
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Karnataka
FICP
Fellowship in Colo-Proctology
FMAS
Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery
MACRSI
Member of Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India
Professional Experience
- 16+ Years of surgical experience in General, Laparoscopic, and Podiatric surgeries.
- 5+ Years of highly specialized experience in advanced Laser proctology and EVLT.
Awards & Professional Memberships
- APJ Abdul Kalam Excellence Award in field of medicine (August 2021).
- Life member of Indian Medical Association (Kompally Branch).
- Life member of Association of Surgeons of India (ASI).
- Life member of Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI).
- Life member of International Society of Colo-Proctology (ISCP).
- Life member of Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI).
- Life member of Podiatric Surgeons of India.
- Life member of Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (AWR) Surgeons of India.
- Organized and Conducted WORLD-CON (February 2020 in Hyderabad) - International Colorectal Conference.
- Delivered a lecture on Peri Anal Block/Pudendal Block Anesthesia for Anorectal Surgeries in ISCP Conference (January 2020, Rajahmundry).
Specialized Surgical Training
- June 2015: Advanced Laparoscopic Hernia Surgeries at EISE (Johnson & Johnson), New Delhi.
- August 2010: Basic Laparoscopic Hernia at EISE (Johnson & Johnson), Chennai.
- April 2008: Laparoscopic Surgeries at Global Hospital Hyderabad by IAGES.
- July 2006: Stapler Technology for Prolapsed Piles from Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education (EISE), Chennai.
- July 2006: Minimally Invasive Surgical Technology at Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education (EISE), Chennai.
Understanding Laparoscopy
Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgery that uses smaller cuts than conventional surgery. It takes its name from the laparoscope, a slender tool with a tiny video camera and light on the end.
When a surgeon inserts it through a small cut and into your body, they can look at a video monitor and see what's happening inside, eliminating the need for large openings. This translates to less tissue cutting, lower pain levels, and faster recovery.
Why Laser Surgery is Better than Conventional Surgery
The laser is the latest modality for fissures, fistulas, and piles. It is a daycare procedure that offers significant advantages over traditional surgery:
- ⏱️ Less Operation Time: Faster surgical execution.
- 🏠 Daycare Procedure: Discharge within a few hours.
- 🏃 Quick Recovery: Return to normal routine within 1-2 days.
- 🎯 High Precision: Sphincter is well preserved (no fecal leak/incontinence).
- 📉 Less Recurrence: Substantially lower relapse rates.
- 🩸 Bloodless & Painless: Less loss of blood and minor post-operative pain.
- 🩺 Fewer Doctor Visits: Smooth healing with minimal follow-ups.
- ✨ Aesthetic Result: Less sutures with no visible scars.