About Doctor
A trusted name in advanced gastrointestinal and cancer surgery, Dr. Vikram J. Rao brings extensive expertise in robotic, minimally invasive, and complex GI surgical procedures. He is currently serving as a Consultant - Surgical Gastroenterology Pancreatic & Colorectal Surgery Robotic GI Surgery & GI Oncology at Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road. He specialises in treating both benign and malignant conditions of the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, stomach, small intestine, colon, and rectum, with particular focus on pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer, advanced gastrointestinal malignancies, gallbladder stone disease, and complex hernia disorders.
A highly skilled surgeon, Dr. Rao is experienced in performing advanced procedures such as Whipple Surgery (Pancreaticoduodenectomy), Distal Pancreatectomy, Liver Resections, Colon and Rectal Cancer Surgery, and Robotic GI Cancer Surgery. His clinical interests include the multidisciplinary management of pancreatic tumours, borderline resectable pancreatic cancers, hepatobiliary malignancies, and advanced colorectal cancers, where precision and personalised treatment planning are critical to achieving optimal outcomes.
Dr. Rao is a strong advocate of robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques, leveraging advanced technology to offer patients greater surgical precision, reduced postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, and improved quality of life. His expertise also extends to advanced laparoscopic surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction, robotic and laparoscopic hernia repair, and proctology.
With a patient-centric approach rooted in evidence-based medicine, Dr. Rao is committed to delivering comprehensive, compassionate, and outcome-focused care. His contributions to the field have been recognised through multiple awards and accolades, including honours for scientific presentations, research in gastrointestinal surgery, and innovations in minimally invasive techniques. He has also been invited as faculty and panellist at several national surgical conferences, reflecting his standing as a respected voice in gastrointestinal oncology and advanced GI surgery.
Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, Dr. Vikram J. Rao is dedicated to helping patients navigate complex surgical conditions with confidence and clarity.
Field of Expertise
Robotic & Minimally Invasive GI Oncosurgery
Pancreatic Cancer & Complex Pancreatic Surgery
Colon & Rectal Cancer Surgery
Liver Tumours & Liver Resection Surgery
Esophageal Cancer Surgery
Gallbladder stones & Bile Duct Diseases
Robotic /laparoscopic Complex Hernia Surgery (Hiatus,Inguinal ,Umbilical & Complex Hernia)
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
Proctology