The Department of Surgery has long been in the forefront of surgical innovation and advancement in the country.Since their first operation in 1965,the results delivered by the surgical team have been consistently excellent
The Department of Surgery works closely with the Research department to ensure that you are provided with the best possible treatment,informed by global trends and the latest findings in medical research.
The department of anesthesiology is dedicated to relieving pain before, during, and after surgery. Our anesthesiologists come highly trained and experienced in administering local, regional, and general anesthesia.
Bariatric surgery is especially helpful in cases of morbid obesity, as it involves surgery of the stomach and other parts of the digestive system, which aid in weight loss.
Day procedures are conducted in the case of patients who do not require major surgery involving an overnight observation period. These surgeries are usually done and the patient is discharged from the hospital the same day.
The department of Otorhinolaryngology performs multiple surgical procedures in the ear-nose-throat, and head and neck area. Thee procedures vary in complexity, depending on the severity of the patient’s illness.
Our laproscopic surgical team is dedicated to performing minimally invasive surgeries of various complexities. Laproscopic surgeries ensure minimal patient discomfort and quick recovery time.
At St. Philomena’s, we have a dedicated team of surgical specialists who handle specialised and general surgeries relating to newborns and young children.
The Neurosurgery department specialises in surgical procedures involving the nervous system, specifically the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and the supporting cardiovascular system.
This department works closely with the obstetrics and gynecology department, to identify, diagnose, and treat obstetric and gynecology related health issues that require surgical intervention for management and treatment.
The ophthalmic surgery department specialises in surgeries related to the management and treatment of eye disorders. These also include glaucoma surgery, cataract surgery, and reconstructive surgery to repair trauma-related or congenital abnormalities.
The department of oral and faciomaxillary surgery specialises in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of a broad set of health issues and disorders affecting the facial region, including the jaws and oral cavity.
The orthopaedic surgery department specialises in surgery involving the musculoskeletal system.
The department of Reconstructive Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery specialises in various surgical procedures involving parts of the body that have been aesthetically affected as a result of trauma or congenital disorders.
The department of surgical gastroenterology surgically treats diseases of the parts of the body involved in digestion. Minor surgical procedures may be used to help diagnose problems of the digestive system.
The department of surgical oncology specialises in surgically treating and removing tumours and other cancerous tissue from a patient’s body.
The department of thoracic surgery takes care of patients with diseases of the chest. This department does not surgically deal with issues relating to the heart and the greater blood vessels.
The department of surgical urology deals with surgical issues relating to the male and female urinary tract.
The department on vascular surgery specialises in surgical treatment of the aorta, carotid arteries, veins, and the lower extremities.
