When should I see a GI surgeon and not a physician?

If symptoms persist beyond 4–6 weeks despite medication, if you have red-flag symptoms (weight loss, bleeding, vomiting, dysphagia), or if imaging/endoscopy already shows a structural problem, see a GI surgeon directly. A surgeon will also manage you medically when surgery isn't needed.

Are all GI surgeries done by keyhole / laparoscopy?

Most are. Over 90% of our GI procedures — gallbladder, hernia, colon, stomach, even cancer surgery — are done laparoscopically or robotically. Open surgery is reserved for selected complex cases where it's safer.

Where can I consult Dr. Jain?

Hiranandani Hospital Powai, Fortis Mulund, Zynova Shalby Ghatkopar, Godrej Memorial Vikhroli, and the clinic at IIT Market, Powai. Call +91 81698 65898 for the next available slot.

Gastrointestinal Surgeon in Mumbai

Specialist evaluation and surgery for diseases of the food pipe, stomach and intestine — by Dr. Nitin Jain, DNB GI Surgery, FARIS Robotic Surgery.

20+ years · 15,000+ surgeries DNB GI Surgery · FARIS Robotic 2025 Powai · Mulund · Ghatkopar · Vikhroli

Medically reviewed by Dr. Nitin Jain · DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology), FARIS Robotic Surgery · Updated June 2026

A gastrointestinal (GI) surgeon manages diseases of the digestive tract that require surgical opinion — from chronic acidity and difficulty swallowing to ulcers, tumours and cancers of the food pipe, stomach and intestine. Dr. Nitin Jain has 20+ years of surgical experience and operates at Hiranandani Hospital Powai, Fortis Mulund, Zynova Shalby Ghatkopar and Godrej Memorial Vikhroli. Most procedures are performed laparoscopically or robotically, which means smaller incisions, less pain and a faster return to routine. Persistent symptoms — unexplained weight loss, blood in vomit or stool, difficulty swallowing or pain that wakes you at night — should not be self-medicated. Early specialist review changes outcomes, especially in cancers where stage at diagnosis is the single biggest factor for cure.

Conditions commonly treated

If any of the warning signs below sound familiar, get a specialist opinion — early evaluation is the single biggest factor in good outcomes.

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)

A sensation that food gets stuck in the chest or throat. Causes range from reflux-related strictures and motility disorders (achalasia) to growths in the food pipe. Persistent dysphagia is never normal.

When to see a specialist

Food or liquids regurgitate back
Weight loss without trying
Chest pain on swallowing

Treatment offered: Endoscopy with biopsy, manometry where needed, and definitive surgery — laparoscopic Heller's myotomy for achalasia, fundoplication for reflux strictures, or oncologic resection if a tumour is found.

Esophageal cancer

Cancer of the food pipe usually presents with progressive difficulty swallowing solids, then liquids, along with weight loss. Outcomes are far better when treated early by a high-volume GI surgeon.

When to see a specialist

Progressive trouble swallowing solids
Significant unintended weight loss
Vomiting of undigested food

Treatment offered: Endoscopy + biopsy, PET-CT staging, and minimally-invasive esophagectomy (laparoscopic / thoracoscopic / robotic) with multidisciplinary chemo-radiotherapy where indicated.

Stomach cancer

Often presents late with vague indigestion, fullness after small meals and anaemia. India sees a rising incidence — anyone with persistent dyspepsia over 45 (or with red-flag symptoms at any age) should have an endoscopy.

When to see a specialist

Black or tarry stools
Vomiting blood
Loss of appetite and weight

Treatment offered: Staging laparoscopy, laparoscopic or robotic radical gastrectomy with D2 lymphadenectomy, and adjuvant therapy as per tumour board.

Stomach ulcer (peptic ulcer disease)

Burning upper abdominal pain related to food, often linked to H. pylori, NSAID use or smoking. Most heal with medication — surgery is reserved for bleeding, perforation or obstruction.

When to see a specialist

Sudden severe abdominal pain (suggests perforation)
Vomiting blood or coffee-ground material
Inability to keep food down

Treatment offered: Endoscopic confirmation, H. pylori eradication, and laparoscopic repair / definitive surgery for complicated ulcers.

Surgical approach & techniques

Laparoscopic & robotic GI surgery
Cancer surgery with multidisciplinary tumour board
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols
Cashless insurance at empanelled hospitals

Why patients consult Dr. Nitin Jain

Dr. Nitin Jain is DNB-qualified in GI Surgery with the FARIS Robotic Surgery Diploma (2025). 20+ years of focused GI practice, operating at four leading Mumbai hospitals. All cancer cases are reviewed at a multidisciplinary tumour board to ensure guideline-based care.

Persistent swallowing trouble, unexplained weight loss or blood in vomit/stool needs an upper GI endoscopy — not another antacid. Book a specialist consultation today.

Frequently asked questions

Get a definitive specialist opinion

Most TPAs and corporate insurance plans are accepted cashless at empanelled hospitals. Bring previous scans / reports — we'll review them in the same visit.

Where Dr. Nitin Jain performs Gastrointestinal Surgery in Mumbai

Gastrointestinal Surgery is offered at the hospitals below — click through for hospital-specific details, insurance, directions and OPD timings.

Gastrointestinal Surgery at Hiranandani Hospital

Powai, Mumbai

NABH & JCI accredited multi-specialty tertiary care hospital

Gastrointestinal Surgery at Fortis Hospital

Mulund, Mumbai

Quaternary-care multi-specialty hospital

Gastrointestinal Surgery at Zynova Shalby

Ghatkopar, Mumbai

Multi-specialty tertiary care hospital with advanced GI, HPB & laparoscopy programme

Gastrointestinal Surgery at Godrej Memorial

Vikhroli, Mumbai

Multi-specialty hospital with advanced GI, HPB & laparoscopy services

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