English

    Overview

  • Dr. Praveen Kumar T N is an experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist in Bangalore with specialized training in Gastrointestinal surgery, Hepato- Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery,Gastrointestinal oncology, Minimally invasive surgery, and Robotic GI surgery. He is currently practicing as Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB, Colorectal Surgery and GI Onco Surgery, Robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka Dr. Praveen has an impressive academic track record including MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) and General Surgery from the prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi, and a super-specialty DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, one of India’s leading high-volume centres for advanced GI and HPB surgery. Along with his strong academic acumen, Dr. Praveen brings extensive expertise in elective as well as emergency surgical care, covering trauma, perforations, intestinal obstruction,GI cancers and complex GI and HPB disorders. He has worked across reputed institutions such as Lady Hardinge Medical College and Manipal Hospitals, strengthening his expertise in advanced open, laparoscopic, and robotic GI surgeries.

  • Listed among the top surgical gastroenterologists in Yelahanka, Bangalore, Dr. Praveen manages a wide spectrum of complex gastrointestinal procedures, including esophagectomy, gastrectomy, bariatric surgery, pancreatic surgery, liver resections, colorectal surgeries, hepatectomy, choledochal cyst excision, bile duct reconstruction, and emergency laparotomies. His special interest lies in GI oncosurgery, HPB surgery, Colorectal and Robotic minimally invasive techniques. He has also completed the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Equivalency certification, further strengthening his expertise in precision-driven surgical care. Dr. Praveen believes in continued learning, constant knowledge enhancement, and advancing his specialty through meaningful academic contributions.

  • He is actively involved in teaching, research, and scientific presentations. His academic achievements include multiple national and international conference presentations, including IASGCON, IHPBA, and HPB Surgery Week. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Praveen regularly mentors trainees, contributes to multidisciplinary academic forums, and remains committed to advancing evidence-based surgical practices. His engagement in ongoing research and knowledge-sharing reflects his dedication to shaping the future of GI and HPB surgery. Dr. Praveen embraces a compassionate, patient-centred approach in his practice, ensuring that every individual entrusted to his care receives clear communication, empathetic guidance, and personalised treatment planning. He strongly believes in ongoing collaboration with patients and their families, empowering them to make well-informed decisions at every stage of care. His unwavering commitment to ethical practice, clinical excellence, and holistic healing has earned him the trust of patients seeking advanced GI and HPB surgical care.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic GI Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal/HPB Onco-surgery- Cancers of Oesophagus/Stomach/Liver/Pancreas/Bile duct/Gallbladder/Small Intestine
  • Surgery for caustic injuries of the Stomach and oesophagus
  • Surgery for Achalasia cardia and GERD
  • Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Surgery for Acute & Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Surgery for Complex biliary strictures and Bile duct injury
  • Major Liver resection surgery
  • Colorectal surgery – Cancers of the colon, rectum and anal canal
  • Proctology- Surgery for fissure, piles, fistula, obstetric injuries and anal incontinence
  • Video-assisted Thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS)
  • AWR (Abdominal Wall Reconstruction) and Hernia Surgery
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Life member- International Society for Fluorescence Guided Surgery (ISFGS)
  • Life member- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
  • Life member- Indian chapter of International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (IC-IHPBA)
  • Member- International Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (IHPBA)
  • Member- Asian Pacific Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (APHPBA)
  • FALS (Fellow of Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery) in Bariatric Surgery
  • Robotic surgical equivalency certification by DaVinci, Intuitive Surgical
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist in MBBS.
  • Bursary Award- Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology 2022.
  • Certification in Perioperative Nutrition for Enhanced Recovery after Gastrointestinal Surgery, American Gastroenterology Association
  • Certification in Biomedical Research by the Indian Council of Medical Research
  • ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) society certification
  • Certification in Surgical Skills and Techniques, MAMC, New Delhi
  • Certification in Communication skills course organised in the PG Medical Education and Training Cell,
  • Certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills
  • Talks & Publications

  • Invited as Faculty to chair a session on Pancreatic Neuroendocrine tumors (PNETS) Diagnosis and treatment options (Panel Discussion) in KASGOCON 2024, Mangalore, India.
  • 33rd National Conference of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, IASGCON, November 2023.
  • Free paper presentation in the 9th Biennial Congress of the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the 19th Annual National Conference of the Indian Chapter of IHPBA, 27th-30th September 2023, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Selected for paper presentation in HPB Surgery Week, March 2023, Busan, South Korea.
  • Oral Poster presentation at IASGCON, Kolkata, October 2022 - Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Paper presentation in the Surgical Society of Bangalore, Bangalore, Karnataka, March 2022- Role of SMI and PMI as Sarcopenic indices and predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing Pancreatic surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Atypical presentations of a common endemic disease: a series of 3 cases of filariasis. IJSR 2017
  • Comparison Of the Surgical Stress Response and Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major GI and HPB Surgeries with ERAS Protocol and Conventional Protocol. Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases (Accepted for publication).
  • Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgeries- A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study. Annals of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (under process).
  • M.S. Thesis: Conservative management versus Emergency Open Appendicectomy as primary treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis A Randomised Clinical Study. (Delhi University, 2018).
  • Dr N.B. Thesis: Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as Predictors of Poor Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeries. A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort Study. (National Board of Examinations, 2022).

    Fellowship & Membership

  • Life member- International Society for Fluorescence Guided Surgery (ISFGS)
  • Life member- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
  • Life member- Indian chapter of International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (IC-IHPBA)
  • Member- International Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (IHPBA)
  • Member- Asian Pacific Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (APHPBA)
  • FALS (Fellow of Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery) in Bariatric Surgery
  • Robotic surgical equivalency certification by DaVinci, Intuitive Surgical
  • Overview

  • Dr. Praveen Kumar T N is an experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist in Bangalore with specialized training in Gastrointestinal surgery, Hepato- Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery,Gastrointestinal oncology, Minimally invasive surgery, and Robotic GI surgery. He is currently practicing as Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB, Colorectal Surgery and GI Onco Surgery, Robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka Dr. Praveen has an impressive academic track record including MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) and General Surgery from the prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi, and a super-specialty DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, one of India’s leading high-volume centres for advanced GI and HPB surgery. Along with his strong academic acumen, Dr. Praveen brings extensive expertise in elective as well as emergency surgical care, covering trauma, perforations, intestinal obstruction,GI cancers and complex GI and HPB disorders. He has worked across reputed institutions such as Lady Hardinge Medical College and Manipal Hospitals, strengthening his expertise in advanced open, laparoscopic, and robotic GI surgeries.

  • Listed among the top surgical gastroenterologists in Yelahanka, Bangalore, Dr. Praveen manages a wide spectrum of complex gastrointestinal procedures, including esophagectomy, gastrectomy, bariatric surgery, pancreatic surgery, liver resections, colorectal surgeries, hepatectomy, choledochal cyst excision, bile duct reconstruction, and emergency laparotomies. His special interest lies in GI oncosurgery, HPB surgery, Colorectal and Robotic minimally invasive techniques. He has also completed the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Equivalency certification, further strengthening his expertise in precision-driven surgical care. Dr. Praveen believes in continued learning, constant knowledge enhancement, and advancing his specialty through meaningful academic contributions.

  • He is actively involved in teaching, research, and scientific presentations. His academic achievements include multiple national and international conference presentations, including IASGCON, IHPBA, and HPB Surgery Week. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Praveen regularly mentors trainees, contributes to multidisciplinary academic forums, and remains committed to advancing evidence-based surgical practices. His engagement in ongoing research and knowledge-sharing reflects his dedication to shaping the future of GI and HPB surgery. Dr. Praveen embraces a compassionate, patient-centred approach in his practice, ensuring that every individual entrusted to his care receives clear communication, empathetic guidance, and personalised treatment planning. He strongly believes in ongoing collaboration with patients and their families, empowering them to make well-informed decisions at every stage of care. His unwavering commitment to ethical practice, clinical excellence, and holistic healing has earned him the trust of patients seeking advanced GI and HPB surgical care.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic GI Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal/HPB Onco-surgery- Cancers of Oesophagus/Stomach/Liver/Pancreas/Bile duct/Gallbladder/Small Intestine
  • Surgery for caustic injuries of the Stomach and oesophagus
  • Surgery for Achalasia cardia and GERD
  • Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Surgery for Acute & Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Surgery for Complex biliary strictures and Bile duct injury
  • Major Liver resection surgery
  • Colorectal surgery – Cancers of the colon, rectum and anal canal
  • Proctology- Surgery for fissure, piles, fistula, obstetric injuries and anal incontinence
  • Video-assisted Thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS)
  • AWR (Abdominal Wall Reconstruction) and Hernia Surgery
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist in MBBS.
  • Bursary Award- Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology 2022.
  • Certification in Perioperative Nutrition for Enhanced Recovery after Gastrointestinal Surgery, American Gastroenterology Association
  • Certification in Biomedical Research by the Indian Council of Medical Research
  • ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) society certification
  • Certification in Surgical Skills and Techniques, MAMC, New Delhi
  • Certification in Communication skills course organised in the PG Medical Education and Training Cell,
  • Certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills
  • Talks & Publications

  • Invited as Faculty to chair a session on Pancreatic Neuroendocrine tumors (PNETS) Diagnosis and treatment options (Panel Discussion) in KASGOCON 2024, Mangalore, India.
  • 33rd National Conference of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, IASGCON, November 2023.
  • Free paper presentation in the 9th Biennial Congress of the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the 19th Annual National Conference of the Indian Chapter of IHPBA, 27th-30th September 2023, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Selected for paper presentation in HPB Surgery Week, March 2023, Busan, South Korea.
  • Oral Poster presentation at IASGCON, Kolkata, October 2022 - Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Paper presentation in the Surgical Society of Bangalore, Bangalore, Karnataka, March 2022- Role of SMI and PMI as Sarcopenic indices and predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing Pancreatic surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Atypical presentations of a common endemic disease: a series of 3 cases of filariasis. IJSR 2017
  • Comparison Of the Surgical Stress Response and Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major GI and HPB Surgeries with ERAS Protocol and Conventional Protocol. Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases (Accepted for publication).
  • Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgeries- A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study. Annals of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (under process).
  • M.S. Thesis: Conservative management versus Emergency Open Appendicectomy as primary treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis A Randomised Clinical Study. (Delhi University, 2018).
  • Dr N.B. Thesis: Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as Predictors of Poor Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeries. A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort Study. (National Board of Examinations, 2022).

    Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu
  • Overview

  • Dr. Praveen Kumar T N is an experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist in Bangalore with specialized training in Gastrointestinal surgery, Hepato- Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery,Gastrointestinal oncology, Minimally invasive surgery, and Robotic GI surgery. He is currently practicing as Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB, Colorectal Surgery and GI Onco Surgery, Robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka Dr. Praveen has an impressive academic track record including MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) and General Surgery from the prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi, and a super-specialty DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, one of India’s leading high-volume centres for advanced GI and HPB surgery. Along with his strong academic acumen, Dr. Praveen brings extensive expertise in elective as well as emergency surgical care, covering trauma, perforations, intestinal obstruction,GI cancers and complex GI and HPB disorders. He has worked across reputed institutions such as Lady Hardinge Medical College and Manipal Hospitals, strengthening his expertise in advanced open, laparoscopic, and robotic GI surgeries.

  • Listed among the top surgical gastroenterologists in Yelahanka, Bangalore, Dr. Praveen manages a wide spectrum of complex gastrointestinal procedures, including esophagectomy, gastrectomy, bariatric surgery, pancreatic surgery, liver resections, colorectal surgeries, hepatectomy, choledochal cyst excision, bile duct reconstruction, and emergency laparotomies. His special interest lies in GI oncosurgery, HPB surgery, Colorectal and Robotic minimally invasive techniques. He has also completed the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Equivalency certification, further strengthening his expertise in precision-driven surgical care. Dr. Praveen believes in continued learning, constant knowledge enhancement, and advancing his specialty through meaningful academic contributions.

  • He is actively involved in teaching, research, and scientific presentations. His academic achievements include multiple national and international conference presentations, including IASGCON, IHPBA, and HPB Surgery Week. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Praveen regularly mentors trainees, contributes to multidisciplinary academic forums, and remains committed to advancing evidence-based surgical practices. His engagement in ongoing research and knowledge-sharing reflects his dedication to shaping the future of GI and HPB surgery. Dr. Praveen embraces a compassionate, patient-centred approach in his practice, ensuring that every individual entrusted to his care receives clear communication, empathetic guidance, and personalised treatment planning. He strongly believes in ongoing collaboration with patients and their families, empowering them to make well-informed decisions at every stage of care. His unwavering commitment to ethical practice, clinical excellence, and holistic healing has earned him the trust of patients seeking advanced GI and HPB surgical care.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Life member- International Society for Fluorescence Guided Surgery (ISFGS)
  • Life member- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
  • Life member- Indian chapter of International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (IC-IHPBA)
  • Member- International Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (IHPBA)
  • Member- Asian Pacific Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (APHPBA)
  • FALS (Fellow of Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery) in Bariatric Surgery
  • Robotic surgical equivalency certification by DaVinci, Intuitive Surgical
  • Field of Expertise

  • Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic GI Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal/HPB Onco-surgery- Cancers of Oesophagus/Stomach/Liver/Pancreas/Bile duct/Gallbladder/Small Intestine
  • Surgery for caustic injuries of the Stomach and oesophagus
  • Surgery for Achalasia cardia and GERD
  • Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Surgery for Acute & Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Surgery for Complex biliary strictures and Bile duct injury
  • Major Liver resection surgery
  • Colorectal surgery – Cancers of the colon, rectum and anal canal
  • Proctology- Surgery for fissure, piles, fistula, obstetric injuries and anal incontinence
  • Video-assisted Thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS)
  • AWR (Abdominal Wall Reconstruction) and Hernia Surgery
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist in MBBS.
  • Bursary Award- Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology 2022.
  • Certification in Perioperative Nutrition for Enhanced Recovery after Gastrointestinal Surgery, American Gastroenterology Association
  • Certification in Biomedical Research by the Indian Council of Medical Research
  • ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) society certification
  • Certification in Surgical Skills and Techniques, MAMC, New Delhi
  • Certification in Communication skills course organised in the PG Medical Education and Training Cell,
  • Certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills
  • Talks & Publications

  • Invited as Faculty to chair a session on Pancreatic Neuroendocrine tumors (PNETS) Diagnosis and treatment options (Panel Discussion) in KASGOCON 2024, Mangalore, India.
  • 33rd National Conference of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, IASGCON, November 2023.
  • Free paper presentation in the 9th Biennial Congress of the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the 19th Annual National Conference of the Indian Chapter of IHPBA, 27th-30th September 2023, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Selected for paper presentation in HPB Surgery Week, March 2023, Busan, South Korea.
  • Oral Poster presentation at IASGCON, Kolkata, October 2022 - Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Paper presentation in the Surgical Society of Bangalore, Bangalore, Karnataka, March 2022- Role of SMI and PMI as Sarcopenic indices and predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing Pancreatic surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Atypical presentations of a common endemic disease: a series of 3 cases of filariasis. IJSR 2017
  • Comparison Of the Surgical Stress Response and Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major GI and HPB Surgeries with ERAS Protocol and Conventional Protocol. Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases (Accepted for publication).
  • Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgeries- A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study. Annals of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (under process).
  • M.S. Thesis: Conservative management versus Emergency Open Appendicectomy as primary treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis A Randomised Clinical Study. (Delhi University, 2018).
  • Dr N.B. Thesis: Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as Predictors of Poor Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeries. A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort Study. (National Board of Examinations, 2022).

    Field of Expertise

  • Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic GI Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal/HPB Onco-surgery- Cancers of Oesophagus/Stomach/Liver/Pancreas/Bile duct/Gallbladder/Small Intestine
  • Surgery for caustic injuries of the Stomach and oesophagus
  • Surgery for Achalasia cardia and GERD
  • Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Surgery for Acute & Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Surgery for Complex biliary strictures and Bile duct injury
  • Major Liver resection surgery
  • Colorectal surgery – Cancers of the colon, rectum and anal canal
  • Proctology- Surgery for fissure, piles, fistula, obstetric injuries and anal incontinence
  • Video-assisted Thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS)
  • AWR (Abdominal Wall Reconstruction) and Hernia Surgery
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Life member- International Society for Fluorescence Guided Surgery (ISFGS)
  • Life member- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
  • Life member- Indian chapter of International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (IC-IHPBA)
  • Member- International Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (IHPBA)
  • Member- Asian Pacific Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (APHPBA)
  • FALS (Fellow of Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery) in Bariatric Surgery
  • Robotic surgical equivalency certification by DaVinci, Intuitive Surgical
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist in MBBS.
  • Bursary Award- Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology 2022.
  • Certification in Perioperative Nutrition for Enhanced Recovery after Gastrointestinal Surgery, American Gastroenterology Association
  • Certification in Biomedical Research by the Indian Council of Medical Research
  • ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) society certification
  • Certification in Surgical Skills and Techniques, MAMC, New Delhi
  • Certification in Communication skills course organised in the PG Medical Education and Training Cell,
  • Certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills
  • Talks & Publications

  • Invited as Faculty to chair a session on Pancreatic Neuroendocrine tumors (PNETS) Diagnosis and treatment options (Panel Discussion) in KASGOCON 2024, Mangalore, India.
  • 33rd National Conference of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, IASGCON, November 2023.
  • Free paper presentation in the 9th Biennial Congress of the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the 19th Annual National Conference of the Indian Chapter of IHPBA, 27th-30th September 2023, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Selected for paper presentation in HPB Surgery Week, March 2023, Busan, South Korea.
  • Oral Poster presentation at IASGCON, Kolkata, October 2022 - Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Paper presentation in the Surgical Society of Bangalore, Bangalore, Karnataka, March 2022- Role of SMI and PMI as Sarcopenic indices and predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing Pancreatic surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Atypical presentations of a common endemic disease: a series of 3 cases of filariasis. IJSR 2017
  • Comparison Of the Surgical Stress Response and Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major GI and HPB Surgeries with ERAS Protocol and Conventional Protocol. Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases (Accepted for publication).
  • Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgeries- A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study. Annals of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (under process).
  • M.S. Thesis: Conservative management versus Emergency Open Appendicectomy as primary treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis A Randomised Clinical Study. (Delhi University, 2018).
  • Dr N.B. Thesis: Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as Predictors of Poor Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeries. A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort Study. (National Board of Examinations, 2022).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Praveen Kumar T N is an experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist in Bangalore with specialized training in Gastrointestinal surgery, Hepato- Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery,Gastrointestinal oncology, Minimally invasive surgery, and Robotic GI surgery. He is currently practicing as Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB, Colorectal Surgery and GI Onco Surgery, Robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka Dr. Praveen has an impressive academic track record including MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) and General Surgery from the prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi, and a super-specialty DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, one of India’s leading high-volume centres for advanced GI and HPB surgery. Along with his strong academic acumen, Dr. Praveen brings extensive expertise in elective as well as emergency surgical care, covering trauma, perforations, intestinal obstruction,GI cancers and complex GI and HPB disorders. He has worked across reputed institutions such as Lady Hardinge Medical College and Manipal Hospitals, strengthening his expertise in advanced open, laparoscopic, and robotic GI surgeries.

  • Listed among the top surgical gastroenterologists in Yelahanka, Bangalore, Dr. Praveen manages a wide spectrum of complex gastrointestinal procedures, including esophagectomy, gastrectomy, bariatric surgery, pancreatic surgery, liver resections, colorectal surgeries, hepatectomy, choledochal cyst excision, bile duct reconstruction, and emergency laparotomies. His special interest lies in GI oncosurgery, HPB surgery, Colorectal and Robotic minimally invasive techniques. He has also completed the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Equivalency certification, further strengthening his expertise in precision-driven surgical care. Dr. Praveen believes in continued learning, constant knowledge enhancement, and advancing his specialty through meaningful academic contributions.

  • He is actively involved in teaching, research, and scientific presentations. His academic achievements include multiple national and international conference presentations, including IASGCON, IHPBA, and HPB Surgery Week. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Praveen regularly mentors trainees, contributes to multidisciplinary academic forums, and remains committed to advancing evidence-based surgical practices. His engagement in ongoing research and knowledge-sharing reflects his dedication to shaping the future of GI and HPB surgery. Dr. Praveen embraces a compassionate, patient-centred approach in his practice, ensuring that every individual entrusted to his care receives clear communication, empathetic guidance, and personalised treatment planning. He strongly believes in ongoing collaboration with patients and their families, empowering them to make well-informed decisions at every stage of care. His unwavering commitment to ethical practice, clinical excellence, and holistic healing has earned him the trust of patients seeking advanced GI and HPB surgical care.

    Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist in MBBS.
  • Bursary Award- Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology 2022.
  • Certification in Perioperative Nutrition for Enhanced Recovery after Gastrointestinal Surgery, American Gastroenterology Association
  • Certification in Biomedical Research by the Indian Council of Medical Research
  • ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) society certification
  • Certification in Surgical Skills and Techniques, MAMC, New Delhi
  • Certification in Communication skills course organised in the PG Medical Education and Training Cell,
  • Certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Life member- International Society for Fluorescence Guided Surgery (ISFGS)
  • Life member- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
  • Life member- Indian chapter of International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (IC-IHPBA)
  • Member- International Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (IHPBA)
  • Member- Asian Pacific Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (APHPBA)
  • FALS (Fellow of Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery) in Bariatric Surgery
  • Robotic surgical equivalency certification by DaVinci, Intuitive Surgical
  • Field of Expertise

  • Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic GI Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal/HPB Onco-surgery- Cancers of Oesophagus/Stomach/Liver/Pancreas/Bile duct/Gallbladder/Small Intestine
  • Surgery for caustic injuries of the Stomach and oesophagus
  • Surgery for Achalasia cardia and GERD
  • Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Surgery for Acute & Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Surgery for Complex biliary strictures and Bile duct injury
  • Major Liver resection surgery
  • Colorectal surgery – Cancers of the colon, rectum and anal canal
  • Proctology- Surgery for fissure, piles, fistula, obstetric injuries and anal incontinence
  • Video-assisted Thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS)
  • AWR (Abdominal Wall Reconstruction) and Hernia Surgery
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu
  • Talks & Publications

  • Invited as Faculty to chair a session on Pancreatic Neuroendocrine tumors (PNETS) Diagnosis and treatment options (Panel Discussion) in KASGOCON 2024, Mangalore, India.
  • 33rd National Conference of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, IASGCON, November 2023.
  • Free paper presentation in the 9th Biennial Congress of the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the 19th Annual National Conference of the Indian Chapter of IHPBA, 27th-30th September 2023, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Selected for paper presentation in HPB Surgery Week, March 2023, Busan, South Korea.
  • Oral Poster presentation at IASGCON, Kolkata, October 2022 - Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Paper presentation in the Surgical Society of Bangalore, Bangalore, Karnataka, March 2022- Role of SMI and PMI as Sarcopenic indices and predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing Pancreatic surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Atypical presentations of a common endemic disease: a series of 3 cases of filariasis. IJSR 2017
  • Comparison Of the Surgical Stress Response and Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major GI and HPB Surgeries with ERAS Protocol and Conventional Protocol. Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases (Accepted for publication).
  • Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgeries- A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study. Annals of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (under process).
  • M.S. Thesis: Conservative management versus Emergency Open Appendicectomy as primary treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis A Randomised Clinical Study. (Delhi University, 2018).
  • Dr N.B. Thesis: Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as Predictors of Poor Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeries. A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort Study. (National Board of Examinations, 2022).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Praveen Kumar T N is an experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist in Bangalore with specialized training in Gastrointestinal surgery, Hepato- Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery,Gastrointestinal oncology, Minimally invasive surgery, and Robotic GI surgery. He is currently practicing as Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB, Colorectal Surgery and GI Onco Surgery, Robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka Dr. Praveen has an impressive academic track record including MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) and General Surgery from the prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi, and a super-specialty DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, one of India’s leading high-volume centres for advanced GI and HPB surgery. Along with his strong academic acumen, Dr. Praveen brings extensive expertise in elective as well as emergency surgical care, covering trauma, perforations, intestinal obstruction,GI cancers and complex GI and HPB disorders. He has worked across reputed institutions such as Lady Hardinge Medical College and Manipal Hospitals, strengthening his expertise in advanced open, laparoscopic, and robotic GI surgeries.

  • Listed among the top surgical gastroenterologists in Yelahanka, Bangalore, Dr. Praveen manages a wide spectrum of complex gastrointestinal procedures, including esophagectomy, gastrectomy, bariatric surgery, pancreatic surgery, liver resections, colorectal surgeries, hepatectomy, choledochal cyst excision, bile duct reconstruction, and emergency laparotomies. His special interest lies in GI oncosurgery, HPB surgery, Colorectal and Robotic minimally invasive techniques. He has also completed the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Equivalency certification, further strengthening his expertise in precision-driven surgical care. Dr. Praveen believes in continued learning, constant knowledge enhancement, and advancing his specialty through meaningful academic contributions.

  • He is actively involved in teaching, research, and scientific presentations. His academic achievements include multiple national and international conference presentations, including IASGCON, IHPBA, and HPB Surgery Week. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Praveen regularly mentors trainees, contributes to multidisciplinary academic forums, and remains committed to advancing evidence-based surgical practices. His engagement in ongoing research and knowledge-sharing reflects his dedication to shaping the future of GI and HPB surgery. Dr. Praveen embraces a compassionate, patient-centred approach in his practice, ensuring that every individual entrusted to his care receives clear communication, empathetic guidance, and personalised treatment planning. He strongly believes in ongoing collaboration with patients and their families, empowering them to make well-informed decisions at every stage of care. His unwavering commitment to ethical practice, clinical excellence, and holistic healing has earned him the trust of patients seeking advanced GI and HPB surgical care.

    Talks & Publications

  • Invited as Faculty to chair a session on Pancreatic Neuroendocrine tumors (PNETS) Diagnosis and treatment options (Panel Discussion) in KASGOCON 2024, Mangalore, India.
  • 33rd National Conference of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, IASGCON, November 2023.
  • Free paper presentation in the 9th Biennial Congress of the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the 19th Annual National Conference of the Indian Chapter of IHPBA, 27th-30th September 2023, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Selected for paper presentation in HPB Surgery Week, March 2023, Busan, South Korea.
  • Oral Poster presentation at IASGCON, Kolkata, October 2022 - Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Paper presentation in the Surgical Society of Bangalore, Bangalore, Karnataka, March 2022- Role of SMI and PMI as Sarcopenic indices and predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing Pancreatic surgeries- a Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study.
  • Atypical presentations of a common endemic disease: a series of 3 cases of filariasis. IJSR 2017
  • Comparison Of the Surgical Stress Response and Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major GI and HPB Surgeries with ERAS Protocol and Conventional Protocol. Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases (Accepted for publication).
  • Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as predictors of poor outcomes in patients undergoing major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgeries- A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort study. Annals of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (under process).
  • M.S. Thesis: Conservative management versus Emergency Open Appendicectomy as primary treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis A Randomised Clinical Study. (Delhi University, 2018).
  • Dr N.B. Thesis: Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity as Predictors of Poor Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeries. A Retrospective plus Prospective Cohort Study. (National Board of Examinations, 2022).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Praveen Kumar T N is an experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist in Bangalore with specialized training in Gastrointestinal surgery, Hepato- Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery,Gastrointestinal oncology, Minimally invasive surgery, and Robotic GI surgery. He is currently practicing as Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB, Colorectal Surgery and GI Onco Surgery, Robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka Dr. Praveen has an impressive academic track record including MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) and General Surgery from the prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi, and a super-specialty DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, one of India’s leading high-volume centres for advanced GI and HPB surgery. Along with his strong academic acumen, Dr. Praveen brings extensive expertise in elective as well as emergency surgical care, covering trauma, perforations, intestinal obstruction,GI cancers and complex GI and HPB disorders. He has worked across reputed institutions such as Lady Hardinge Medical College and Manipal Hospitals, strengthening his expertise in advanced open, laparoscopic, and robotic GI surgeries.

  • Listed among the top surgical gastroenterologists in Yelahanka, Bangalore, Dr. Praveen manages a wide spectrum of complex gastrointestinal procedures, including esophagectomy, gastrectomy, bariatric surgery, pancreatic surgery, liver resections, colorectal surgeries, hepatectomy, choledochal cyst excision, bile duct reconstruction, and emergency laparotomies. His special interest lies in GI oncosurgery, HPB surgery, Colorectal and Robotic minimally invasive techniques. He has also completed the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Equivalency certification, further strengthening his expertise in precision-driven surgical care. Dr. Praveen believes in continued learning, constant knowledge enhancement, and advancing his specialty through meaningful academic contributions.

  • He is actively involved in teaching, research, and scientific presentations. His academic achievements include multiple national and international conference presentations, including IASGCON, IHPBA, and HPB Surgery Week. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Praveen regularly mentors trainees, contributes to multidisciplinary academic forums, and remains committed to advancing evidence-based surgical practices. His engagement in ongoing research and knowledge-sharing reflects his dedication to shaping the future of GI and HPB surgery. Dr. Praveen embraces a compassionate, patient-centred approach in his practice, ensuring that every individual entrusted to his care receives clear communication, empathetic guidance, and personalised treatment planning. He strongly believes in ongoing collaboration with patients and their families, empowering them to make well-informed decisions at every stage of care. His unwavering commitment to ethical practice, clinical excellence, and holistic healing has earned him the trust of patients seeking advanced GI and HPB surgical care.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Life member- International Society for Fluorescence Guided Surgery (ISFGS)
  • Life member- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
  • Life member- Indian chapter of International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (IC-IHPBA)
  • Member- International Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (IHPBA)
  • Member- Asian Pacific Hepato-Pancreaticobiliary Association (APHPBA)
  • FALS (Fellow of Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery) in Bariatric Surgery
  • Robotic surgical equivalency certification by DaVinci, Intuitive Surgical
  • Field of Expertise

  • Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic GI Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal/HPB Onco-surgery- Cancers of Oesophagus/Stomach/Liver/Pancreas/Bile duct/Gallbladder/Small Intestine
  • Surgery for caustic injuries of the Stomach and oesophagus
  • Surgery for Achalasia cardia and GERD
  • Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Surgery for Acute & Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Surgery for Complex biliary strictures and Bile duct injury
  • Major Liver resection surgery
  • Colorectal surgery – Cancers of the colon, rectum and anal canal
  • Proctology- Surgery for fissure, piles, fistula, obstetric injuries and anal incontinence
  • Video-assisted Thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS)
  • AWR (Abdominal Wall Reconstruction) and Hernia Surgery
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist in MBBS.
  • Bursary Award- Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology 2022.
  • Certification in Perioperative Nutrition for Enhanced Recovery after Gastrointestinal Surgery, American Gastroenterology Association
  • Certification in Biomedical Research by the Indian Council of Medical Research
  • ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) society certification
  • Certification in Surgical Skills and Techniques, MAMC, New Delhi
  • Certification in Communication skills course organised in the PG Medical Education and Training Cell,
  • Certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills

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