Gastroenterology
Principal Director & HOD – GI, Bariatric & Robotic Surgery25 Years
Fortis Hospital
Bengaluru
Dr. (Prof.) Amit Javed is a highly experienced Gastrointestinal Surgeon, GI Cancer Surgeon, Bariatric Surgeon and Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialist in Gurugram with over 25 years of experience. He serves as Principal Director and Head of the Department of Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Surgery, Gastrointestinal Oncology, Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram. His clinical expertise includes complex gastrointestinal surgery, digestive system cancer surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, bariatric procedures and advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Dr. Amit Javed completed his MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, followed by MS in General Surgery from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. He subsequently obtained his MCh in Gastrointestinal Surgery from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He is ECFMG certified and holds the FACS qualification awarded by the American College of Surgeons, USA.
His academic and surgical career includes advanced training and professional experience at leading institutions in India and internationally. He previously served as a faculty member in the Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery at the GB Pant Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, New Delhi, where he contributed to specialist surgical education and training.
Dr. Amit Javed also worked as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Abdominal Transplant Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco, USA. During this period, he participated in surgical services involving liver, pancreas and kidney transplantation. His international experience also includes work at the thoracic division of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA.
His expertise in gastrointestinal oncology includes surgical assessment and treatment of selected cancers affecting the stomach, esophagus, colon, rectum, pancreas and other digestive system structures. Surgical treatment planning considers cancer stage, tumor location, clinical investigations and recommendations from multidisciplinary oncology teams.
Dr. Amit Javed has extensive experience in complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery. These operations may involve diseases affecting the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and gastrointestinal tract. He focuses on selecting appropriate surgical approaches according to the underlying condition, anatomical complexity and individual patient requirements.
Advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery are important areas of his professional expertise. Such procedures involve specialized instruments and small surgical incisions, potentially reducing surgical trauma and supporting recovery in suitable patients. His experience extends to complex gastrointestinal and cancer-related operations requiring specialized surgical planning.
Bariatric and metabolic surgery represent another major area of Dr. Amit Javed's clinical practice. Bariatric surgery may be recommended for eligible patients with obesity and associated metabolic conditions when appropriate nonsurgical treatment has not provided sufficient benefit. Comprehensive assessment and long-term medical and nutritional follow-up are essential components of bariatric care.
Dr. Amit Javed has previously headed gastrointestinal surgery, GI oncology and bariatric surgery departments at Fortis Hospital Shalimar Bagh, Fortis Hospital Vasant Kunj and CK Birla Hospital, New Delhi. His leadership experience combines advanced surgical practice, multidisciplinary care and specialist medical training.
In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Amit Javed is actively involved in academic research and surgical education. According to Fortis Healthcare, he has contributed more than 50 articles to national and international medical journals and textbooks. He has also described innovative surgical techniques, participated as invited faculty at professional conferences and mentored gastrointestinal surgeons.
Fortis Healthcare reports that Dr. Amit Javed performs more than 1,000 surgical procedures annually across his areas of expertise. His professional work emphasizes advanced gastrointestinal surgery, surgical oncology, minimal access techniques and individualized treatment planning for complex digestive system diseases.
At Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, Dr. Amit Javed provides specialized surgical consultation for patients with gastrointestinal cancers, hepatobiliary disorders, complex abdominal conditions and obesity requiring surgical management. His clinical approach focuses on detailed assessment, evidence-based surgical planning, patient safety and appropriate postoperative care.
Dr. Amit Javed specializes in surgical treatment of complex gastrointestinal diseases involving the stomach, intestines, colon, rectum, liver, pancreas and biliary system. His expertise includes advanced abdominal surgery, minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures and cancer-related surgical treatment.
Dr. Amit Javed has extensive expertise in gastrointestinal oncology and the surgical management of selected digestive system cancers. Treatment decisions depend on the cancer type, stage, anatomical location, overall health and recommendations from a multidisciplinary oncology team.
Surgical treatment for selected stomach cancers may involve partial or total removal of the stomach, depending on the location and extent of the tumor. Dr. Amit Javed's gastrointestinal oncology expertise supports evaluation and planning of complex gastric cancer operations.
Dr. Amit Javed has expertise in gastrointestinal cancer surgery, including conditions affecting the colon and rectum. Surgical management may involve removal of affected intestinal segments, lymph node assessment and appropriate reconstruction based on the disease stage.
Complex gastrointestinal cancer care may include surgical evaluation of selected esophageal cancers. Treatment planning depends on tumor stage, location, nutritional status and whether chemotherapy or radiotherapy is required alongside surgery.
Dr. Amit Javed has experience in complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery. Selected pancreatic conditions may require specialized procedures, including pancreatic resection, following detailed imaging, staging and multidisciplinary medical assessment.
His surgical expertise includes complex hepatobiliary diseases affecting the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts. Treatment may involve open or minimally invasive surgery according to the diagnosis, anatomical findings and patient health.
Dr. Amit Javed specializes in advanced minimally invasive gastrointestinal operations using laparoscopic techniques. These procedures allow selected abdominal conditions to be treated through small incisions, with suitability determined by surgical complexity and patient requirements.
His clinical field includes robotic and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery. Robotic-assisted techniques may provide enhanced instrument control for selected complex abdominal procedures, depending on available equipment and surgical indications.
Dr. Amit Javed is experienced in bariatric surgery for eligible patients with obesity. Treatment requires assessment of medical history, body mass index, obesity-related conditions and previous weight management attempts, followed by appropriate surgical and nutritional planning.
Metabolic surgery may improve weight and selected obesity-related health conditions, including Type 2 diabetes in eligible patients. Dr. Amit Javed's bariatric expertise includes evaluating surgical suitability and coordinating long-term follow-up after treatment.
Sleeve gastrectomy is a bariatric procedure that removes a substantial portion of the stomach to reduce its capacity. It may be considered for eligible patients following appropriate evaluation of weight-related health conditions, nutritional status and surgical risk.
Gastric bypass is a bariatric procedure that modifies the stomach and digestive tract to support weight reduction and metabolic improvement. Suitability depends on patient health, obesity-related complications and the balance of expected benefits and potential risks.
Complex abdominal surgery may include treatment of selected abdominal wall hernias and other gastrointestinal conditions requiring operative intervention. The surgical approach may involve open, laparoscopic or other minimally invasive techniques according to the patient's condition.
Dr. Amit Javed's hepatobiliary expertise includes the surgical management of selected gallbladder and bile duct diseases. Treatment may involve laparoscopic or open procedures following appropriate imaging and clinical evaluation.
Some gastrointestinal tumors require extensive surgical procedures involving multiple anatomical structures. Dr. Amit Javed has experience in complex gastrointestinal cancer surgery, with treatment planned according to tumor characteristics and multidisciplinary recommendations.
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Gastrointestinal Surgery), FACS (USA), ECFMG Certified
Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery, Stomach Cancer Surgery, Colorectal Cancer Surgery, Esophageal Cancer Surgery, Pancreatic Cancer Surgery, Liver and Bile Duct Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Amit Javed
Dr. Amit Javed specializes in the surgical treatment of gastrointestinal cancers affecting the stomach, esophagus, intestines, colon, rectum, pancreas and hepatobiliary system. Surgical treatment depends on cancer stage, tumor location, patient health and multidisciplinary oncology recommendations.
Selected gastrointestinal cancers can be treated through laparoscopic or robotic-assisted surgery. These techniques use minimally invasive access to perform certain complex operations. Suitability depends on tumor characteristics, disease stage and surgical requirements.
Surgery for stomach cancer may involve partial or total gastrectomy with appropriate lymph node removal. Some patients also require chemotherapy before or after surgery. The treatment plan depends on cancer stage, tumor location and overall medical condition.
Bariatric surgery may be recommended for patients who meet clinical eligibility criteria based on body mass index, obesity-related medical conditions and previous weight management efforts. Patients require comprehensive medical, nutritional and psychological assessment before surgery.
Sleeve gastrectomy reduces the size of the stomach, while gastric bypass creates a smaller stomach pouch and changes the route of food through part of the small intestine. Both support weight reduction, but their benefits, risks and long-term nutritional requirements differ.
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