Dr. Keerthiraj is a highly skilled Consultant General and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon at Silicon City Hospital, with over 10 years of clinical experience. Having completed his MBBS from Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore, and his postgraduate specialization in General Surgery (DNB) from Bangalore Baptist Hospital, Dr. Keerthiraj’s relentless pursuit of excellence led him to acquire advanced qualifications, including MRCS from The Royal College of Surgeons, UK, and FMAS from the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India.
Dr. Keerthiraj specializes in minimally invasive surgery, with advanced training in laparoscopic, endoscopic, and robotic surgery. He has received specialized training in Bariatrics and Upper GI Surgery under the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons and has further honed his expertise through an FNB in Minimal Access Surgery fellowship at the prestigious GEM Hospital, Coimbatore, under the mentorship of the renowned Dr. C Palanivelu.
Dr. Keerthiraj’s commitment to patient-centred care and surgical excellence has earned him recognition for innovative approaches in laparoscopic surgery. He has also been acknowledged with accolades such as the Best Video Presentation in the Young Turk category and the Best Innovator Award for his laparoscopic work. His plenary presentation won the Outstanding Presentation Award at the prestigious KSERS 2023 in South Korea.

Areas of Expertise

• Advanced laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Gastrointestinal (GI) surgery
• Bariatric surgery
• Minimally invasive and robotic surgery
• Upper GI surgery

Awards & Fellowships

• Best Video Presentation (Young Turk category)
• Best Innovator Award in Laparoscopic Surgery
• Outstanding Presentation Award at KSERS 2023, South Korea
• MRCS (Royal College of Surgeons, UK)
• FMAS (Minimal Access Surgery, India)
• FALS (Upper GI, Bariatrics and Consultant General, Advanced Laparoscopic Hernia, GI Surgeon)
• FNB (Minimal Access Surgery) from GEM Hospital, Coimbatore

Dr. Keerthiraj is renowned not only for his technical expertise but also for his ethical standards, communication skills, and ability to foster positive relationships with patients and fellow healthcare professionals. His professional journey continues to inspire and set benchmarks for excellence in the field of general, laparoscopic, and bariatric surgery.