Dr. Arun Raja A

Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology
Qualification
M.S. General Surgery, MCh. GI Surgery
Speciality
Surgical Gastroenterology
Location
Salem
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Dr. Arun Raja A has a keen interest in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery, with focused expertise in laparoscopic and robotic techniques for upper GI, colorectal, hepatobiliary, and bariatric procedures. He is passionate about advancing surgical outcomes through precision-based approaches and has actively participated in complex liver and pancreatic resections, bariatric evaluations, and advanced colorectal surgeries. His clinical exposure includes diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, ERCP, and transplant-related procedures. With a strong foundation in surgical innovation and continuous learning, he remains committed to enhancing patient care through evidence-based, minimally invasive solutions.

Education

  • MCh – Gastrointestinal Surgery Government Thanjavur Medical College Hospital (2022–2025)
  • MS – General Surgery Government Tirunelveli Medical College (2017–2020)
  • MBBS Government Tirunelveli Medical College (2008–2014)

 Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor, Dept. of Surgical Gastroenterology – Govt. Salem Medical College Hospital (2025)
  • Consultant Surgeon – Sri Kamatchi Medical Centre, Thanjavur (2025)
  • NHM Co-ordinator – Dindigul District (2022)
  • Assistant Surgeon – Natham GH (2020–2022), PHC Sivakasi (2015–2017)
  • CSI Annapackiyam Hospital, Tirunelveli (2014–2015)
  • Joined Government Service – 23 March 2015

 Clinical Skills & Experience

  • Upper GI: Esophagectomy, Gastrectomy, Fundoplication, Hernia Repairs
  • Colorectal: Colectomies, LAR, APR, Pelvic Exenteration
  • HPB: Liver Resections, Whipple, Pancreatectomies, Biliary Reconstructions
  • Bariatric: Sleeve Gastrectomy, RYGB
  • Endoscopy: Upper GI Scopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP (50+ cases)
  • Transplant: Liver Retrievals, Observership at RELA Hospital
  • Robotic Surgery: Observed advanced GI procedures at Tata Memorial Hospital
  • Laparoscopic: Cholecystectomy, Appendicectomy, Hernia Repair (TAPP)

 Publications

  • Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy Outcomes – Cureus Journal
  • Step-Up Management in Acute Pancreatitis – Cureus Journal
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Colorectal Oncology
  • Robotic & Laparoscopic Techniques
  • Medical Council of India – Reg. No. 105975
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) – FL 41012
  • Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG) – A-91

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