What Gallbladder Patients Say
Verified Google reviews from Dr. Sujeeth Kumar's 4.9★ rating (117+ patients)
“In a most risky condition, he treated my mother (renal transplant patient) in a day-care procedure and avoided hospital admission. Apollo is really fortunate to have a good surgeon like him.”
“Dr Sujeeth is the best laparoscopic surgeon in India. When I visited for consultation, I saw many international patients waiting for his appointment. I strongly recommend Dr. Sujeeth.”
“Very pleased with the doctor. He is caring, empathetic, and you get to establish a connection with the Doctor — which I feel is seldom today. One of the best doctors I have met.”
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery in Hyderabad — Expert Care, Fast Recovery
Gallstones affect millions of Indians and can cause debilitating pain, digestive disruption, and serious complications if left untreated. At Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, Dr. Sujeeth Kumar Bashetty offers advanced laparoscopic gallbladder surgery — the gold-standard treatment for gallstone disease — with same-day or next-day discharge and a return to normal life within days.
Conditions Treated
- ✓Gallstones (cholelithiasis) — symptomatic and complicated
- ✓Gallbladder inflammation (acute and chronic cholecystitis)
- ✓Gallbladder polyps (above 10 mm)
- ✓Common bile duct stones (choledocholithiasis)
- ✓Biliary colic — recurrent right-upper-quadrant pain
- ✓Biliary tract strictures and inflammation
Recognising Gallbladder Symptoms
Gallbladder disease often presents with characteristic symptoms. If you experience any of the following, a surgical consultation is advisable:
- ✓Severe or cramping pain in the upper right abdomen, especially after meals
- ✓Pain radiating to the right shoulder or back
- ✓Nausea, vomiting, or indigestion after fatty foods
- ✓Fever with abdominal pain — may indicate acute cholecystitis
- ✓Jaundice (yellow skin or eyes) — may indicate common bile duct involvement
- ✓Dark urine or pale stools
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy — The Procedure
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed under general anaesthesia through 3–4 small incisions of 5–10 mm. A laparoscope (camera) is inserted to guide the surgeon, and the gallbladder is gently detached from the liver and bile duct before being removed. The procedure typically takes 30–60 minutes. Most patients are discharged within 24 hours and can resume light activities within 3–5 days.
Additional Procedures
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration
When gallstones have migrated into the common bile duct, Dr. Kumar performs laparoscopic bile duct exploration — avoiding the need for a separate ERCP procedure in selected cases.
Gallbladder Polyp Surgery
Polyps larger than 10 mm carry a risk of malignant transformation and are treated with laparoscopic cholecystectomy as a preventive measure.
Why Choose Dr. Sujeeth Kumar?
- ✓20+ years of laparoscopic surgical experience — hundreds of cholecystectomies performed
- ✓FAIS, FIAGES, FALS fellowships — internationally trained and accredited
- ✓Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills — advanced surgical infrastructure and post-op care
- ✓Day-case surgery available for suitable patients
- ✓Transparent consultation — honest assessment of whether surgery is necessary
- ✓Recognised as India Today Top Doctor (South) 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I live normally without a gallbladder?
A: Yes. The gallbladder stores bile but is not essential for digestion. After removal, bile flows directly from the liver to the small intestine. Most patients experience no dietary restrictions after a brief adjustment period.
Q: Is gallbladder surgery always necessary for gallstones?
A: Not always. Asymptomatic gallstones may be monitored. However, once symptoms begin — especially recurrent pain or complications such as acute cholecystitis — surgery is the recommended and most definitive treatment.
Q: What is the recovery time after laparoscopic gallbladder removal?
A: Most patients are discharged within 24 hours and return to light activity within 3–5 days. Full recovery typically takes 1–2 weeks.
Q: Are there risks with laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
A: As with any surgery, there are small risks including bleeding, infection, and bile duct injury — though bile duct injury is rare and less common with an experienced surgeon. Dr. Kumar discusses all risks transparently during your consultation.
Book Your Gallbladder Consultation — Apollo Clinic Manikonda, Hyderabad (surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills)
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Short videos from Dr. Sujeeth on gallstones, when surgery is needed, and a second opinion you should hear. From the YouTube channel @dr.sujeeth (26,500+ subscribers).
