About Dr. Srinivas Bojanapu
Dr. Srinivas Bojanapu is one of Bangalore's most respected Surgical Gastroenterologists and HPB Surgeons, with a career spanning over 15 years dedicated exclusively to gastrointestinal, hepato-pancreato-biliary, and laparoscopic surgery. He leads the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology at Dhaara Speciality Hospital, Yelahanka, where he has built a reputation for combining technical precision with genuine patient-centred care.
His training pathway — MS (General Surgery) followed by DrNB (Surgical Gastroenterology) and a Post Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) in HPB Surgery & Liver Transplantation — places him among a select group of surgeons in India with subspecialty expertise spanning the entire gastrointestinal tract from oesophagus to rectum, the liver, biliary system, and pancreas. He is also a Fellow of the Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India (FACRSI).
Dr. Srinivas is particularly known for his advanced laparoscopic skills — having performed over 5,000 laparoscopic procedures including cholecystectomy, hernia repair (TEP/TAPP/IPOM), appendicectomy, Heller myotomy, and laparoscopic liver resections. His ERCP volume exceeds 1,000 procedures, making him one of the highest-volume ERCP operators in North Bangalore.
Qualifications & Training
MBBS
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka
MS — General Surgery
Postgraduate surgical training — Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
FACRSI — Fellow, Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India
Fellowship recognising expertise in colorectal surgery, GI oncology, and advanced surgical gastroenterology
DrNB — Surgical Gastroenterology
Doctorate of National Board — super-specialty training in surgical gastroenterology covering advanced GI surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, endoscopy, and GI oncology
PDF — Post Doctoral Fellowship, HPB Surgery & Liver Transplantation
Advanced post-doctoral fellowship in hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery and liver transplantation at a high-volume transplant centre
Clinical Expertise
⚙ Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
- Laparoscopic hernia repair — TEP, TAPP, IPOM
- Laparoscopic appendicectomy
- Laparoscopic fundoplication (GERD surgery)
- Laparoscopic colectomy
- Laparoscopic splenectomy
- Laparoscopic adrenalectomy
🔍 Endoscopy & ERCP
- Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic & therapeutic)
- Colonoscopy with polypectomy
- ERCP — stone extraction, sphincterotomy
- Biliary stenting (plastic & metal SEMS)
- Pancreatic stenting
- Oesophageal dilation
- Variceal band ligation
🧠 HPB & Liver Surgery
- Liver resection (open & laparoscopic)
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal pancreatectomy
- Liver transplant surgery (donor & recipient)
- Bile duct reconstruction
- Portal hypertension surgery
- Liver cyst & abscess drainage
📋 Colorectal & Anorectal
- Haemorrhoidectomy, stapler (MIPH), laser
- Fissure surgery (lateral sphincterotomy)
- Fistula surgery — fistulotomy, LIFT, seton
- Anterior resection for rectal cancer
- Hartmann procedure
- Colostomy & ileostomy formation/reversal
Conditions Dr. Srinivas Treats
Dr. Srinivas Bojanapu's Approach to Surgery
Dr. Srinivas operates on a simple principle: minimally invasive wherever possible, maximally safe always. He evaluates every patient individually, ensuring that the surgical approach — laparoscopic vs. open, endoscopic vs. surgical — is chosen based on evidence and the patient's specific anatomy, comorbidities, and goals.
He is known for:
- Thorough pre-operative counselling — patients and families leave every consultation with a clear understanding of their diagnosis, options, risks, and expected recovery
- Zero-compromise approach to oncology — in GI cancer surgery, he follows international guidelines (NCCN, ESMO) to ensure oncologically complete resections with adequate margins and lymph node clearance
- High-volume ERCP expertise — a procedure that requires significant skill; his team's success rate for CBD stone clearance in a single session exceeds 95%
- Personal post-operative follow-up — accessible via WhatsApp and direct contact for patients during recovery
- Multidisciplinary approach — collaborates with medical gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiologists, and ICU specialists for complex cases
Why Patients Travel from Across North Bangalore
Dhaara Speciality Hospital's location in Yelahanka makes it accessible from Hebbal, Jakkur, Thanisandra, Sahakara Nagar, Kogilu, Devanahalli, and Airport Road. Patients from these areas now have access to a surgeon trained at the level of tertiary referral centres — without travelling to distant hospitals in central Bangalore. Same-day consultations are typically available, and most laparoscopic procedures can be planned within the same week.
Patient Testimonials
★★★★★
"Dr. Srinivas removed my gallbladder laparoscopically. The procedure was done in under an hour, I went home the next morning, and I was back at my desk job in 5 days. He explained everything clearly before and after surgery. I wouldn't go anywhere else."
— Ravi K., 42, YelahankaLaparoscopic Cholecystectomy
★★★★★
"My father had a bile duct stone causing jaundice. Dr. Srinivas performed the ERCP the same day we came in — the stone was removed in one sitting, the jaundice cleared within 48 hours. He is truly exceptional at this procedure."
— Venkat S., HebbalERCP — Bile Duct Stone Removal
★★★★★
"I was diagnosed with early liver cancer (HCC) during routine surveillance. Dr. Srinivas performed a laparoscopic liver resection. It has been 2 years and I am cancer-free. His surgical skill and the care at Dhaara ICU post-op were outstanding."
— Ramesh T., 58, ThanisandraLaparoscopic Liver Resection for HCC
Frequently Asked Questions
What surgeries does Dr. Srinivas Bojanapu perform?
Dr. Srinivas performs the full spectrum of GI and HPB surgery: laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, hernia repair, appendicectomy, ERCP, colonoscopy, piles/fissure/fistula surgery, liver resection, Whipple procedure, and liver transplant surgery. He is also available for emergency surgical consultations 24/7.
Where does Dr. Srinivas Bojanapu practise?
Dr. Srinivas is the Chief of Surgery at Dhaara Speciality Hospital, 61 Jakkur Road, Yelahanka, Bengaluru 560064. OPD hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–7 PM. Emergency consultations available 24/7. Call 87478 74666 or WhatsApp for appointments.
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Srinivas?
Call 87478 74666 or 87478 74888, WhatsApp us, or book online at click4appointment.com. Same-day appointments are often available. Emergency patients are seen immediately on arrival at the hospital.
Does Dr. Srinivas perform liver transplants at Dhaara?
Dr. Srinivas has fellowship training in liver transplantation and performs pre-transplant evaluation and optimisation at Dhaara. He coordinates with transplant centres in Bangalore for the transplant surgery itself, and provides post-transplant follow-up care at Dhaara. For patients who need a transplant, we manage the entire workup and coordination process.
Is laparoscopic surgery safer than open surgery?
For most GI procedures, laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery offers significant advantages: smaller incisions, less blood loss, lower infection risk, shorter hospital stay, faster recovery, and less post-operative pain. In the hands of an experienced laparoscopic surgeon like Dr. Srinivas, outcomes are equivalent or superior to open surgery for the vast majority of cases.
