Dr. Manoj Ayyappath is a Senior Consultant and Head of Department in Surgical Gastroenterology at Apollo Adlux Hospital, Kochi, with over a decade of experience in minimally invasive gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgeries. He is one of India’s pioneers in performing daycare gallbladder and hernia surgeries and regularly contributes to national and international academic forums, including discussions on colorectal cancer on digital platforms. Fluent in Malayalam and English, Dr. Ayyappath delivers personalized, cutting-edge GI care with a compassionate approach.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS – Medical College, University of Calicut
• MS (General Surgery) – Medical College, University of Calicut
• DNB (General Surgery) – National Board of Examinations, India
• DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology) – National Board of Examinations
• MRCS – Member, Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh

Professional Experience:

• Senior Consultant & Head of Department – Surgical Gastroenterology Apollo Adlux Hospital, Karukutty (on NH‑47), Kochi, Kerala
• Consultant/Specialist roles at: Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur, Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi, GEM Hospital, Coimbatore
• Pioneer of daycare gallbladder & hernia surgeries — Among the first in India to perform these procedures

Notable Achievements:

• Robotic Surgery Advocate: As HOD of Surgical Gastroenterology, he champions use of the Da Vinci Xi robotic system across GI, bariatric, and HPB surgeries at Apollo Adlux

Professional Memberships:

• Royal College of Surgeons (UK) – MRCS member

Fellowship:

• Fellowship in Liver Transplant & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, Fortis Hospital Noida