Dr. Ramesh Makam is a pioneer in minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery with more than three decades of surgical experience. His clinical expertise focuses on bariatric surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, colorectal surgery, endocrine surgery, and complex minimally invasive procedures.
He has performed thousands of surgeries using advanced laparoscopic techniques that help reduce surgical trauma, minimize scarring, and allow faster recovery for patients. His work includes metabolic surgery for obesity, colorectal procedures for digestive disorders, hernia repair, and endocrine surgeries involving the thyroid and adrenal glands. Dr. Makam has also played a major role in advancing minimally invasive surgery training and has trained more than 1,500 surgeons worldwide. His work focuses on improving surgical outcomes through modern techniques and patient-centered surgical care.
D.N.B. (General Surgery) – St. Martha’s Hospital, India.
M.B.B.S – Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore, India.
Experience
Senior Bariatric & Laparoscopic Surgeon – Arka Anugraha Hospital, Bangalore, India.
Senior Consultant – AV Hospital, Bangalore, India.
Senior Consultant GI - Minimal Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at BGS Global Hospital, Bangalore, India
Awards
DR. B.C. Roy Doctor’s Day Award, Indian Medical Association (July 6, 2014) Celebrated for his unwavering commitment to surgical excellence and his role in training emerging surgeons
DR. H.S. Bhat Oration, ASI – KSC Annual National Conference (February 12, 2014) Honored for his exceptional research and advancements in complex laparoscopic procedures
Samaja Seva Bhushan Award, Subharam Trust (July 2011) Recognized for his outstanding community service and efforts in improving healthcare access in underserved areas
DR. B.C. Roy Memorial Award, Indian Science Congress (July 1, 2014) Presented for significant scientific contributions and innovations in the field of medical technology
Professional Excellence Award, Rotary Club (2008) Awarded for pioneering minimally invasive surgical techniques that have set new benchmarks in patient care and safety
Dr. Ramesh Makam performs bariatric procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass surgery, and metabolic surgery using minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques to help patients manage severe obesity and related metabolic conditions.
Yes. Dr. Ramesh Makam specializes in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries including colorectal surgery, hernia repair, and advanced minimally invasive procedures designed to reduce recovery time and surgical trauma.
Yes. Dr. Ramesh Makam performs endocrine surgeries including thyroidectomy, parathyroid surgery, and adrenal gland surgery using laparoscopic techniques to improve recovery and reduce postoperative complications.
