The Department of Surgery serves as a cornerstone of tertiary medical care, clinical instruction, and surgical innovation. Standardized to deliver both elective and emergency operative management, the department combines evidence-based clinical practices with cutting-edge surgical technology to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

It acts as an integrative clinical hub where general surgeons, sub-specialists, resident physicians, and medical interns collaborate under strict sterile and technical guidelines.

Beyond patient care, the department maintains a strong academic mandate, training the next generation of medical graduates, surgical residents, and allied healthcare professionals through structured residency tracks, bedside teaching, and hands-on operative mentorship.

Department Mission & Objectives

Mission

To deliver high-standard surgical education and compassionate, evidence-based surgical care while upholding medical ethics and clinical excellence.

Objectives

• Train undergraduate medical students and surgical interns to master essential diagnostic, perioperative, and basic surgical skills.
• Provide accessible round-the-clock emergency and elective surgical care to diverse patient populations.
• Foster research, clinical audits, and continuous skill refinement through modern surgical techniques, including minimally invasive modalities.

Services and Activities

• 24/7 Emergency Surgical Care: Rapid resuscitation, acute abdomen management, and emergency trauma operations.
• Elective General Surgery: Hernia repairs, cholecystectomies, appendectomies, thyroid, breast, and gastrointestinal procedures.
• Minimally Invasive / Laparoscopic Surgery: Keyhole surgical procedures designed to reduce recovery time and inpatient hospital stay.
• Outpatient Department (OPD) Consultations: Daily clinical evaluation, pre-operative screening, and post-operative follow-up clinics.
• Inpatient Ward Management: Dedicated pre- and post-operative monitoring, wound care, and inpatient surgical management.

Available Laboratories, Units, and Specialty Services

• General & Gastrointestinal Surgery Unit: Standard and complex abdominal surgical interventions.
• Urology Specialty Unit: Management of kidney stones, prostate conditions, and urinary tract disorders.
• Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Unit: A dedicated unit for performing high-complexity, minimally invasive procedures. Specialized surgical teams, high-definition visualization technology, and dedicated perioperative care are used to manage intricate abdominal, pelvic, and thoracic operations without large traditional incisions.
• Burn, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery Unit: A specialized clinical unit dedicated to managing acute thermal, electrical, and chemical trauma alongside complex tissue reconstruction, congenital deformity correction, and post-traumatic rehabilitation.
• Orthopedic Surgery Unit: Bone fracture fixation, joint procedures, and musculoskeletal trauma care.
• Otolaryngology (ENT) & Ophthalmology Units: Head, neck, ear, nose, throat, and eye surgical interventions.
• Supportive High-Care Units: High Dependency Unit (HDU) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) support for critically ill surgical patients.
• Diagnostic & Pathology Laboratories: Histopathology, frozen section facilities, hematology, and advanced radiological imaging including CT, Ultrasonography, and Digital X-Ray services supporting the department.

Academic and Clinical Facilities

• Operation Theatres (OT): Modern, sterile operating theatre suites equipped with laparoscopic towers, anesthesia workstations, and advanced monitoring equipment.
• Clinical Skill & Academic Facilities: Lecture galleries, seminar rooms equipped with audiovisual aids, and clinical tutorial spaces for small-group teaching.
• Library & Digital Access: Access to surgical textbooks, international medical journals, and online repositories for research and academic preparation.
• Inpatient Surgical Wards: Gender-segregated male and female surgical wards along with private cabins for admitted patients.
• Basic Surgical Skill Lab: Basic surgical skill training sessions are organized every three months for interns and trainee doctors.
• CME / Scientific Sessions: Regular Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs and scientific sessions are arranged to promote continuous professional development, academic discussion, and knowledge sharing.