Surgeon Gowda's Gastro & Laparoscopy Centre, Hegde Nagar

I had history of acid-reflux and heartburn from last two years. I have gone through many treatment but nothing worked. In march 2021 I had my first endoscopy and I was diagnosed with small hiatal hernia. My doctor said symptoms can be cured by medication with lifestyle changes and surgery is immediately required. For one whole year I tried medication with lifestyle changes but the situation got worse for me. I had following symptoms:1) Acid- reflux2) Random chest pain (on both sides)3) it felt like something is stuck in my throat and I was always trying to cough it out.4) Heartburn, generally when I am hungry5) Shortness of breath.6) whenever I was eating something, I felt like vomiting.In march 2022, I went to Bangalore for the treatment and I had my second endoscopy. Now that small hernia is converted into a large hiatal hernia with fundal erosions.The doctor who did endoscopy has suggested me to go for 24 PH hour manometry before surgery. Instead I went to surgeon Gowda and told him everything. He talked for almost 10 minutes'and suggested me to go for fundoplication. He was kind enough to answer my doubts through WhatsApp, he made me sure that the symptoms will disappear and will not persist after the surgery. I will be able to Live a normal Life again So I went for surgery with him on 8th April 2022.Now after 2 months of surgery I am having following symptoms:1) unexplained left shoulder pain which is very severe sometimes even painkillers won't work. ******* ***** *** ** **** ***** *** **** ** ********** Whenever I ask him what's wrong he says it will settle down.2) sometimes I face problem in swollowing food 3) it feels like something is stucj in my throat and I am trying to cough it out.4) severe heartburn when I am hungry5) I lost around 5 kgs of wait6) shortness of breath7) my diet is cut by 50% because i feel full too early nowI would suggest to choose your surgeon carefully before going for surgery and do not avoid pH manometry. **** **** ******* ** *** *** ******** ** **** ******* *** **** ** ****** * **** ********* ****

The slot available is only 10 minutes. It is highly inadequate for patients who have a chronic problem, to explain their issues to doctor, and for doctor to understand the issue and write a prescription. It is particularly required for patients who don’t stay in metro cities, and hence don’t have access to good healthcare in places of stay.

I suggest Practo should give option of longer time slot (e.g. 20 minutes ), and if required, more fees can be charged for the same.

We discussed a chronic problem and an immediate problem (related to chronic) with doctor. We felt 10 minutes was very inadequate for the same. Even doctor was in a hurry and we also didn’t insist, since we knew our time slot is only 10 minutes.

Consulted Dr Maruthesh Gowda for Rectal cancer treatment for my father. He was professional and reassuring all the way through. He explained treatment options including open surgery or laparoscopic surgery or robotic surgery for rectal cancer. He explained in detail life after surgery and what to expect so that we are better prepared. Even though my father is 80 years old he was home with in 5 days after laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer. Highly recommend Dr Maruthesh Gowda for cancer surgery.

If you or your parents know about agriculture then you are in for treat. So far have never come across any other doctor who has so much of enthusiasm for agriculture. It reflects in his treatment. Nil or Minimal tests in first visit unless absolutely necessary. More emphasis on Life style changes. Does not ask you to redo tests already done. Had actually gone to get Robotic Nissen Fundoplication instead of Laparoscopic surgery for my hiatus hernia. My parents were worried about me having surgery so they had accompanied me. He talked to them about things that they know – agriculture which calmed them. Then explained how lifestyles are important whether you have surgery or not. He was the first surgeon to stress lifestyle changes are necessary even after surgery. If we control symptoms with lifestyle changes then surgery may not be needed.

I visited Dr Gowda at his Hegde Nagar clinic around 50 days ago after observing Rectal Discharge.

Dr Gowda was very effective in diagnosing the issue and immediately suggesting an MRI fistulogram. He was caring and empathic in explaining all options for my treatment while starting me on an antibiotic course to reduce the discharge. He was able to correlate both diagnostic and clinical findings in suggesting the right course of treatment.

I could not get the surgery done by him (due to my own reasons)- but purely on his basis of keeping the patients interest first, his accurate diagnosis, his friendliness and his warmth in explaining both the issue and treatment options - I would recommend and rate him highly for his field and expertise.

God bless him for all his efforts.

Took my father who was having bleeding while passing motions. After thorough history and examination doctor suggested we do colonoscopy. He was unfortunately diagnosed with rectal cancer from biopsy taken at the time of colonoscopy. Doctor explained staging process which included MRI rectum and CT scan. Luckily it was stage1 cancer. Doctor did Laparoscopic anterior resection and my father was discharged after just 4 days. Over all good experience. We are glad we went early as doctor was able to diagnosed and treat rectal cancer. Through out this difficult time doctor guided us and helped us all along the way. With out a doubt I would highly recommend Dr Maruthesh Gowda for colon cancer or rectal cancer treatment and surgery.

My sister had digestion problems right from her childhood days due to a medicine reaction when she was at school. This lead into complications recently - we went to Dr Maruthesh and were super worried - but after talking to him we had so much confidence that this problem for my sister will be fixed - he recommended a surgery which was a success and my sister is back to being normal. We are so thankful with the way he handled this complication, explained everything in detail for us and helped us out of it. Thanks Doctor!

My father had Laparoscopic colon/Rectal cancer surgery. He had given impartial advice to have chemo and radiotherapy prior to surgery. Waited for 6 weeks after completing radiotherapy. Even at his age he was discharged walking independently 3 days after surgery. He had counselled regarding temporary stoma and we are very happy he did not need it. It's been 3 months and PET CT has shown no recurrence.

One thing stands out is his calm approach and re assurance he gives to patients and family.

He clearly outlines whole process beforehand and educates the patients

Surgery mithra helped me to set up video consultation with Dr Maruthesh after I was detected with cholelithiasis in master health check up as live in Marathalli. I had consulted a surgeon who had advised immediate surgery near to my home. Doctor explained possible complications of infection, jaundice and pancreatitis and stressed complications happens in only 5% of people. He said having Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is up to me in current condition. He gave honest opinion. If have gallbladder surgery then I will choose Dr Maruthehs Gowda.

We consulted Dr. Maruthesh Gowda for our mother’s acidity issues which actually turned out to be gall bladder infection and stones. He comes across as a down to earth, simple, straight forward and  no-nonsense medical professional which is a rarity in today’s times. He was quick to diagnose the issue, advise tests to confirm and complete the surgery. The surgery went on well and my mother is feeling much better. He gave us a feeling of being in safe hands from day 1 and we can’t thank him enough! He doesn’t give too many medicines and reiterates the need for natural healing.This review will also not be complete till we thank Ms. Supreetha who was quick and patient throughout in guiding and helping us in the initial stages for coordination.His clinic is hygienic and maintains all protocols for Covid safety which also instills confidence.Thank you once again!