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Dr Wasim Darr

Dr. Wasim M Dar

Chief General & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, Member of Royal College(Eng/ Glasg),
Member of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine,
Diploma in Hernia and Bariatric Surgery,
Hon. Joint Secretary Surgical Society Bangalore

MBBS, MS (Gen Surg), MRCS (Eng) ,MRCS( Glasg), MFPM RCPS(Glasg), FMAS, FAIS, Dip. Hernia Essentials(APHS), DMAS(Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery)

Dr. Wasim M Dar is highly skilled and accomplished General & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon practising at Manipal Hospital in Jayanagar, Bangalore. With extensive qualifications and expertise in various surgical procedures, Dr. Wasim is dedicated to providing excellent patient care and ensuring positive surgical outcomes.


Dr. Dar's educational background is impressive, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence. He completed his M.B.B.S. degree from K.B.I.N.S. in 2006, followed by a Master of Surgery (M.S.) in General Surgery. He enhanced his surgical skills by obtaining the Royal College of Surgeons (M.R.C.S.) Membership from England and Glasgow. Dr. Dar also holds several other qualifications, including F.A.I.S. (Fellow of the Association of Surgeons of India), F.M.A.S. (Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery), D.M.A.S. (Diploma in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery), and a Diploma in Hernia Essentials from A.P.H.S. (Asia Pacific Hernia Society).

Dr. Dar's educational background is impressive, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence. He completed his M.B.B.S. degree from K.B.I.N.S. in 2006, followed by a Master of Surgery (M.S.) in General Surgery. He enhanced his surgical skills by obtaining the Royal College of Surgeons (M.R.C.S.) Membership from England and Glasgow. Dr. Dar also holds several other qualifications, including F.A.I.S. (Fellow of the Association of Surgeons of India), F.M.A.S. (Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery), D.M.A.S. (Diploma in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery), and a Diploma in Hernia Essentials from A.P.H.S. (Asia Pacific Hernia Society).

Dr. Dar specialises in various fields of surgery, with expertise in open and laparoscopic hernia repairs. He is skilled in performing endocrine surgeries, gall bladder surgeries, colorectal surgeries, minimal access surgery, basic and advanced laparoscopic procedures, bariatric surgery, laser proctology, venous disease treatment (including laser varicose veins), and diabetic foot management. His extensive knowledge and proficiency enable him to provide comprehensive care to patients with diverse surgical needs.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Wasim M Dar has significantly contributed to the medical field through his research and publications. He has authored various papers on General Surgery published in national and international journals, showcasing his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and sharing his expertise with the wider surgical community. Additionally, he has delivered talks and presentations on topics such as evolving techniques in laparoscopic ventral hernia mesh repair and the prevalence of venous thromboembolism in COVID-19 infection. For the same reason, he is considered as a top general surgeon in Bangalore.

Dr. Dar's achievements extend to his involvement in notable publications. He has contributed a chapter on hernia surgery titled "Hybrid: Evolving Techniques in Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Mesh Repair" in a textbook published by IntechOpen. Another chapter he authored, "Varicose Veins: E.V.L.T. with Foam Sclerotherapy," is featured in the book "New Frontiers in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 3." As a surgeon, Dr. Dar provides various services to his patients, including minimal keyhole surgery, gastritis treatment, laparoscopic surgery, liver disease treatment, intestine surgery, hepato-biliary-pancreatic procedures, chronic liver disease management, and hernia repair surgeries. His expertise extends to specialised procedures such as appendectomy, cholecystectomy (both open and laparoscopic), fistulectomy, fistulectomy/sphincterotomy, and hemorrhoidectomy.

Dr. Dar is fluent in multiple languages, including Kannada, English, and Hindi, which allows him to effectively communicate with patients from various backgrounds and ensure personalised care. With his dedication, expertise, and commitment to advancing surgical practices, Dr. Wasim M Dar is a highly respected and sought-after General Surgeon in Bangalore. His patients benefit from his extensive knowledge, skillful surgical techniques, and compassionate approach, making him a trusted name in surgery.

Area of Expertise:

Some of the surgeries performed by Dr. Wasim M Dar are

  • Thyroid and breast surgeries,

  • laparoscopic surgeries like cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hernia repairs, intestinal surgeries

  • Bariatric surgeries,

  • Laser varicose veins surgeries,

  • Diabetic foot treatment, and

  • Laser and stapler proctology procedures.

  • MBBS - KBNIMS, Gulbarga,

  • MS (General Surgery) - Manipal Hospital, Bangalore,

  • MRCS (England)

  • MRCS (Glasgow)

  • FMAS

  • FAIS

  • Diploma Hernia Essentials (APHS)

  • Associate Fellow Member – American College of Surgeons

  • DMAS (Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery)

Work Experience:

    • Dec 2021 till date - Manipal Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore - Consultant General Surgery

    • Oct 2014 till date - Lakeside Medical Centre, Bangalore - Consultant General and Minimal Access Surgery

    • Oct 2014 till date - Sri Krishnasevashrama Charitable Hospital, Bangalore - Consultant, General and Vascular Surgery

    • Jan 2015 till date – Santosh Hospital, Bangalore - Consultant General and Laparoscopic Surgery

    • Jan 2015 till date - - Axon Speciality Hospital - Consultant, Dept. of General and Vascular Surgery

    • Jan 2018 – Oct 2019 - Vasavi Hospital, Bangalore - Consultant, General and Vascular Surgery

    • Jan 2015 - 2017 – Beams Hospital, Bangalore - Consultant General and Laparoscopic Surgery

    • Apr 2012 – Oct 2014 – Manipal Hospital, Bangalore - Surgical Registrar

    • Apr 2009 – Apr 2012 – Manipal Hospital, Bangalore - Surgical Resident

    • May 2008 – Mar 2009 – Columbia Asia Hospital, Bangalore - Medical Officer

    • Jan 2008 – May 2008 – Mallya Hospital, Bangalore - Casualty Medical Officer

    • Sep 2007 – Dec 2007 – Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital, Bangalore - Resident

Dr Manish Joshi

Dr. Manish Joshi

Senior Consultant - Surgical Gastroenterology, GI Oncology, HPB Surgery, Advanced Laparoscopic, Bariatric & Robotic Surgery

MBBS, M.S. General Surgery,
MRCS (Edinburgh),
DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology
FAIS, FICS, FACRSI, FHPB, FRCS (Glasgow)

Dr. Manish Joshi is a Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist, GI Oncologist and Advanced Laparoscopic / Robotic Surgeon in Bangalore. With Dr. Manish Joshi (20 + yrs Exp) - You are in Trusted Hands. His motto is ''Patient comes first''.

Dr. Manish Joshi founder of DrDigest - Advanced Gastro Care Clinic in Bangalore. He is also currently a Director of Institute of Gastrosciences at Trustwell Hospitals - Bangalore. Dr. Manish also practices as Senior Consultant (Surgical Gastroenterology) at Fortis Hospitals (Bannerghatta Road & Richmond Road).

Previously Dr. Manish Joshi was the HOD of Surgical Gastroenterology at BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital - Kengeri. Prior to that he served as the HOD of Surgical Gastroenterology at St. John's Hospital & Medical College - Bangalore.

Area of Expertise:

  • Pancreas Clinic : Acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic tumors 
  • Liver Clinic - Benign And malignant lesions of the liver 
  • Obesity Clinic : Advanced bariatric surgery and endoscopic weight loss solutions
  • Colorectal Clinic : Colorectal disorders like rectal prolapse, colonic tumors, rectal cancer
  • Laser Proctology : Piles, fissure, fistula, and pilonidal sinus laser therapy
  • Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery : Fundoplication, cholecystectomy, appendicectomy 
  • Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (AWR) and laparoscopic hernia surgery.

Dr. Manish Joshi graduated with an MBBS from MRMC, Gulbarga University, and M.S in General Surgery from Bangalore Medical College, Bengaluru. He then moved to the UK for pursuing MRCS (Membership the Royal Colleges Surgeons) and FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons). He obtained his super specialty degree in Surgical Gastroenterology from Meenakshi Mission Hospital, Madurai.

  • International Fellowship of Colorectal and Bariatric surgery 
  • Birmingham Fellowship of Hepatobiliary and Pancreas surgery 
  • Fellowship of Colorectal Society of India 
  • Fellowship of International College of Surgeons 
  • Fellowship of Association of Indian Surgeons 
  • Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow
Dr Shabeer Ahmed

Dr. Shabeer Ahmed

Surgical Gastroenterologist, Colorectal Surgeon, General / Gastro Intestinal / Laparoscopic / Diabetic / Procto Surgeon.

M.S, FRCS (London), MMAS( Dundee)

Dr. Shabeer Ahmed is an eminent Senior Consultant Gastrointestinal & Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon with over 30 years of extensive surgical experience. He is also an acknowledged teacher and mentor by the Association of Laparoscopic Surgery (ALS), UK. As an avid researcher, his interests included colon cancer screening and prevention, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), teaching medicine, and clinical medical ethics.

He was a supervisor for several research projects and clinical trials in Dundee (UK). His contributions in peer-reviewed publications, review articles, and abstracts to the medical literature are also worth-mentioning.

Area of Expertise:

  • Advanced laparoscopic surgery especially for gastrointestinal cancer. He has his passion for Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS), Bariatric Surgery and Metabolic Surgery.

After having completed his Doctor of Medicine with honors from Madras University (1986), Dr. Shabeer Ahmed pursued his MS from Mysore University (1989). He was further trained for 8 years as a surgeon in the Republic of Ireland (1989 -1996). He obtained his FRCS from England in 1995. He joined Professor Alfred Cuscheri in Nine well Hospital, Scotland with his passion for Minimal Access Surgery and later was awarded with Master in Minimal Access Surgery (MMAS) from Dundee University, Scotland. He also spent his one full year doing research in laparoscopic handling and submitted a thesis in 2002.

He was appointed as a consultant colorectal surgeon in the republic of Ireland from 1998 – 2001. He was later appointed as a consultant colorectal surgeon in Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline, Scotland for 4 years.

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham

Dr. Shabeer Ahmed further established a laparoscopic centre at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, where he had successfully performed around 240 cases of colorectal cancers laparoscopically. These numbers were recognized by the Association of Laparoscopic Surgery (ALS) and he was made a “Preceptor”, who went around various parts of UK to train surgeons.