Dr. Alister Victor is a full-time consultant surgical gastroenterologist and GI–HPB surgical oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore, with over 13 years of experience. His approach is simple — patient comes first: quality care, ethical practice and honest guidance. He treats gallstones, hernia, appendicitis, piles, fissure and fistula, GERD, achalasia, pancreatitis, colorectal disease and all GI cancers, with a focus on minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery. Robotic-assisted surgery is being introduced and is expected to be available in the coming months. The hospital is easily reached from Sarjapur Road, HSR Layout, Koramangala, Bellandur, Electronic City, Marathahalli, Mahadevapura and Whitefield.
Why choose laparoscopic surgery? Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery uses small incisions and generally allows faster recovery than open surgery. Dr. Alister Victor performs minimally invasive procedures for gallbladder, hernia, appendix, colorectal and GI cancer surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore. Robotic-assisted surgery, a further minimally invasive option, is expected to be available in the coming months.
Discuss your symptoms, get a clear diagnosis and plan your surgery with Dr. Alister Victor. Patient comes first.
Request Appointment Call NowSurgical Gastroenterologist: GI, HPB & Colorectal Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist — working full-time at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore. Experienced in minimally invasive surgery, complex cancer surgery and colorectal procedures.
Dr. Alister Victor is a surgical gastroenterologist — a specialist who performs surgery on the digestive system — and a GI–HPB surgical oncologist. He practises full-time at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore, which is convenient for patients from HSR Layout, Koramangala, Bellandur, Sarjapur, Electronic City, Marathahalli, Mahadevapura and Whitefield.
Dr. Alister Victor performs gallbladder, appendix, hernia, piles, fissure and fistula surgery; GERD and achalasia surgery; pancreatitis and HPB surgery (Whipple procedure, liver resection, distal pancreatectomy); colorectal surgery; bariatric surgery; and all GI cancer surgery. With over 13 years of experience, his practice is built on quality care and ethical decision-making. He works full-time at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore. For cancer-specific information, see Cancer Care.
Dr. Alister Victor treats the full range of digestive and GI conditions at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore — from gallstones and hernia to piles, fistula, GI cancers and emergency surgery — with evidence-based surgical care.
What is gastroenterology? Gastroenterology is the medical specialty for diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive system: esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, liver, gallbladder and biliary system. A surgical gastroenterologist like Dr. Alister Victor performs surgery for these conditions.
A full range of GI and cancer surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore.
Minimally invasive surgery for GI, HPB and colorectal conditions — smaller incisions and faster recovery. Includes laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repair (TEP/TAPP), cancer surgery and appendectomy.
Diagnosis and repair of all hernia types — inguinal, femoral, umbilical, epigastric, incisional and ventral — using modern mesh and laparoscopic techniques, plus complex abdominal wall reconstruction.
Management and surgery for gallstones, gallbladder polyps, bile duct stones and gallbladder cancer, with laparoscopic gallbladder removal as the standard approach.
Piles, fissure and fistula can cause pain and bleeding. Treatment may involve laser hemorrhoidoplasty, lateral sphincterotomy, VAAFT for complex fistulas, or stapler hemorrhoidectomy, chosen by severity and anatomy.
Laparoscopic fundoplication for GERD; achalasia cardia surgery (Heller's myotomy, POEM); and hiatal hernia repair at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore.
Weight-loss surgery — sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass — and metabolic surgery for type 2 diabetes, with full pre- and post-operative care.
Surgery for cancers of the stomach, esophagus, liver, pancreas, colon and rectum — including gallbladder cancer — within a GI-HPB surgical oncology approach.
Hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery: liver resections, Whipple procedure, distal pancreatectomy and Frey's procedure for chronic pancreatitis, for tumors and inflammation.
24/7 care for appendicitis, acute abdomen, GI bleeding, intestinal perforation and obstruction — including appendectomy and other life-saving procedures.
GI, HPB and colorectal surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore.
Dr. Alister Victor is a consultant surgical gastroenterologist and GI–HPB surgical oncologist who practises full-time at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore, with over 13 years of experience.
Gallbladder stones, appendicitis, hernia, piles, fissure, hemorrhoids and fistula, GERD, achalasia, pancreatitis, colorectal disease and all GI cancers — both laparoscopic and open surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore.
Gastroenterology is the medical specialty for diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, liver, gallbladder and biliary system.
A surgical gastroenterologist is a doctor who specialises in surgery of the digestive system, including the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. Dr. Alister Victor is a surgical gastroenterologist and GI-HPB surgical oncologist.
Full-time at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore (Opposite Decathlon, Sarjapur Road, Mulluru Hobli, Bengaluru 560035). Convenient for HSR Layout, Koramangala, Sarjapur, Bellandur, Electronic City, Marathahalli, Mahadevapura and Whitefield.
Book online using the form below, or call/WhatsApp +91-79858-19243. Monday–Saturday, 10 AM–6 PM. Emergency GI surgery 24/7 at the same hospital.
MBBS (KMC, Manipal University), MS General Surgery (Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute), MCh Surgical Gastroenterology (SGPGIMS, Lucknow), Fellowship in GI–HPB Surgical Oncology (Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Delhi), with training in Bariatric Surgery (IRCAD India) and Liver Transplant (Max Hospital, Delhi).
Not all gallstones need surgery. Surgery — usually laparoscopic (keyhole) gallbladder removal — is generally advised when stones cause pain, infection, jaundice or repeated attacks. Stones found by chance with no symptoms may only need monitoring. A consultation helps decide what is right for you.
Most hernias are repaired as planned (elective) surgery to prevent complications. Seek care immediately if a hernia becomes suddenly painful, cannot be pushed back, or comes with vomiting or a hard, tender swelling — these can signal a trapped hernia, which is an emergency.
Occasional acidity is common. Persistent reflux, difficulty or pain on swallowing, food sticking, unintentional weight loss, repeated vomiting or black stools should be checked. Long-standing reflux is sometimes treated with surgery (fundoplication). A specialist can advise when further tests are needed.
Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery uses smaller incisions, which generally means less scarring, lower infection risk, a shorter hospital stay and faster recovery than open surgery. Dr. Victor uses it for gallbladder, hernia, appendix, colorectal and GI cancer cases where suitable.
Come on an empty stomach if advised. Bring a responsible attendant, all health and medication records, and any previous reports or imaging. Mention any allergies.
The doctor discusses the visual findings before you leave. If biopsies were taken or polyps removed, results are typically available within a week. You can call the hospital or Dr. Victor's team for follow-up.
Monday–Saturday, 10 AM–6 PM at Apollo Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore. Emergency GI surgery is available 24/7. Call +91-79858-19243 to book or for emergencies.
Peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations and professional memberships.
Short, practical guides on common GI conditions — to help you understand symptoms and when to seek care.
Gas discomfort tends to wander and pass; gallstone pain follows a pattern. It is usually felt in the right upper abdomen, often after fatty meals, lasts from 30 minutes to a few hours, and is not relieved by antacids. It can spread to the right shoulder or back and come with nausea. Fever, chills or yellowing of the eyes or skin alongside abdominal pain needs prompt medical attention. Persistent "acidity" that antacids don't settle is worth evaluating — a clinical review and a simple ultrasound usually confirm the cause, and where treatment is needed, the gallbladder is often removed laparoscopically. Book an evaluation.
Most hernias are repaired as planned (elective) surgery to prevent complications, using mesh and laparoscopic (TEP/TAPP) techniques where appropriate. Seek care immediately if a hernia becomes suddenly painful, cannot be pushed back, or comes with vomiting or a hard, tender swelling — these can signal a trapped (obstructed or strangulated) hernia, which is an emergency. Recurrent hernias — ones that have come back after a previous repair — benefit from careful assessment, often with imaging, so the next repair can be tailored to the defect. Book an assessment.
Planned GI or hernia surgery begins weeks before the operation, with a structured pre-operative assessment: a clinical review and the right tests; a check of existing conditions and regular medicines (some need adjusting before surgery); confirmation of anaesthesia fitness; a clear explanation of the procedure, its risks and recovery for informed consent; and precise pre-surgery instructions on fasting, which medicines to pause and what to bring. A thorough assessment lets the team anticipate rather than react — the difference between a rushed operation and a planned one. Book a pre-operative consultation.
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