Dr. Prashanth Rao

About Dr. Prashanth Rao

Dr. Prashanth Rao is a highly experienced surgeon operating out of Mumbai, who has dedicated himself to complex surgical procedures for the last 20 years and beyond. For this reason, he is now the most respected Chief of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Minimal Access Surgery at Global Hospital in Mumbai. People respect him because of his depth of knowledge in his area of specialization and concern about other people's welfare.

Educational Background of Gastroenterologist Prashanth Rao

The educational journey of Dr. Prashant Rao has been marked by various qualifications together with an unwavering dedication to his field as an impressive one as shown below:

• MBBS from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College, Mumbai (1992): This course was his first stepping-stone into the medical profession.
• MS in General Surgery from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College, Mumbai (1995): The postgraduate degree that narrowed down on general surgery skills.
• Fellowship from Royal Colleges of Surgeons, Edinburgh: Advanced training which increased surgical expertise.
• DNB in General Surgery from the National Board of Examination, New Delhi:  It is a diploma indicating competency in General Surgery.
• Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery from Louis Pasteur University, France: Specialized training on minimally invasive courses..
• Fellowship from the College of Physicians and Surgeons: Another major credential in his extensive training.
• Fellowship from the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons: Latest techniques involved with gastrointestinal surgeries.

Specialized Treatments Provided by the Doctor Rao

Dr. Prashant Rao offers a wide range of specialized treatments some of which include:

• Gastric Perforation Repair: Surgical cure for gastric perforations.
• Rectovaginal Fistula Repair: Surgery to cure abnormal connection between rectum and vagina.
• Ileostomy Closure: Operation that closes the ileostomy which was done earlier on.
• Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: Gall bladder removal surgery using a small incision in the abdomen.
• Endoscopic Mucosal Resection: It is a procedure used to remove cancer or other abnormal tissues from the lining of the digestive tract.
• Pancreaticojejunostomy: A surgical operation through which pancreas are connected to the jejunum.
• Whipple Procedure: Complicated operation involves removing parts of pancreas, small intestine and others also.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Prashant Rao is an active member in various well-known medical organizations like:

• National Academy of Medical Sciences
• Indian Medical Association
• Society of American Gastro Endosurgeons
• Associations of Surgeons of India
• Indian Association of Gastro Endosurgeons
• Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
• Association of Medical Consultants of India
• Hepato Pancreatico Biliary Association Indian Chapter

Professional Experience

Dr. Prashant Rao has been part and parcel in some prestigious medical institutions that have made strides in surgery including:

• Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai: Currently serving as a Consultant in General Surgery.
• S L Raheja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai: Consultant in General Surgery.
• Global Hospital, Mumbai: Director and Senior Consultant in Gastrointestinal Surgery and Minimal Access Surgery.
• SRV Mamata Hospital, Dombivli, Mumbai: Visiting Consultant in Laparoscopic Surgery and Liver Transplant Surgery.

These positions reflect Dr. Rao’s commitment to advancing his expertise and providing top-notch care to his patients.

Availability and Consultation Charges

Dr. Prashanth Rao is available for consultations at the following locations:

• Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai: Available on 30th July from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Consultation fee is INR 2000.
• Global Hospital, Mumbai: Regular consultations for gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeries.
• S L Raheja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai: Consultations for general surgical procedures.

SRV Mamata Hospital, Dombivli, Mumbai: Specialized consultations for laparoscopic and liver transplant surgeries.