GENERAL SURGERY Department

The Department of General Surgery at BAMTH performs a wide range of elective, urgent and emergency surgical procedures. Backed by modern Operation Theaters and an experienced surgical team, we deliver safe, effective and patient-centered surgical care for conditions affecting the abdomen, gastrointestinal tract, soft tissues, endocrine glands and more.

• Abdominal surgery including appendectomy, hernia repair, bowel resection and colostomy
• Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery — cholecystectomy, appendectomy, diagnostic laparoscopy
• Upper GI surgery including gastric procedures and anti-reflux surgery
• Colorectal surgery
• Breast surgery — lumpectomy, mastectomy and reconstructive procedures
• Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
• Minor surgical procedures — excision of cysts, lipomas, abscess drainage
• Trauma surgery in liaison with the A&E Department
• Wound care and management of complex surgical wounds
• Endoscopic procedures — upper and lower GI endoscopy

Four fully equipped Operation Theaters, a dedicated post-operative recovery unit, pre-operative assessment facilities, and surgical wards with round-the-clock nursing supervision.

Senior consultant surgeons, FCPS-qualified registrars, and specialist nursing staff. The department serves as a teaching unit for MBBS and postgraduate surgical trainees at BAMDC.