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Dr. Avinash Tank
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Advanced, Minimally-Invasive Care for Complex Digestive, Liver & GI Cancer Problems

Trusted, key-hole surgical care from a super-specialist gastroenterologist — for gallbladder stones, hernia, GERD/acidity, piles and GI cancer — with accurate diagnosis, honest advice and patient-first treatment in Ahmedabad.

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Dr. Avinash Tank

Bariatric, Gastro & Laparoscopic Surgeon

For over 25 years, Dr. Avinash Tank has helped patients across Ahmedabad, Gujarat and beyond — treating gallbladder stones, hernia, GERD/acidity, liver & pancreas disease and GI cancer — with accurate diagnosis and the least-invasive effective treatment. An MCh super-specialist trained at SGPGIMS with advanced fellowships in Japan & South Korea, he is known for honest advice, robotic & laparoscopic surgery expertise, and a key-hole-first approach.

  • MCh, SGPGIMSIndia's premier GI surgery institute
  • International trainingAdvanced fellowships in Japan & South Korea
  • 10000+ surgeriesBariatric, laparoscopic & GI cancer
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Why Dr. Avinash Tank

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Experience

25+ years of experience, 15+ as a super-specialist, with 10000+ bariatric & GI surgeries.

Expertise

MCh from SGPGIMS + advanced training in Japan & South Korea.

Authority

Fellowships in Liver, Pancreas & Bariatric surgery; IAGES & ASI member.

Trust

98% of patients recommend — known for accurate diagnosis & empathetic care.

25+Years Experience
10000+Bariatric & GI Surgeries
15+Years Super-Specialist
98%Patients Recommend

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"Dr. Tank explained everything clearly and never rushed. My gallbladder surgery was smooth and I was home the next day. Truly patient-first care."

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Priya M.Gallbladder · Ahmedabad
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"After years of acidity, the keyhole surgery finally fixed it. Honest advice, no pressure, excellent result."

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Rajesh P.GERD · Surat
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"A colonoscopy caught a polyp early. Calm, reassuring and thorough — I am grateful for the careful approach."

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Anita S.Colonoscopy · Gandhinagar
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"Complex hernia repaired by keyhole surgery. Minimal pain, quick recovery, and a surgeon who genuinely listens."

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Imran K.Hernia · Vadodara
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Awards & Recognition

Recognised nationally for excellence in Gastro, Bariatric and GI Cancer surgery.

Emerging Icons of Gujarat 2020 — The Times of India
Emerging Icons of Gujarat 2020 — The Times of India2020 · The Times of India
MCh Surgical Gastroenterology — SGPGIMS, Lucknow
MCh Surgical Gastroenterology — SGPGIMS, Lucknow2010 · SGPGIMS, Lucknow
BNI Vinci — Highest Visitors 2022
BNI Vinci — Highest Visitors 20222022 · BNI Vinci
Certificate of Excellence — Vyapaar Jagat
Certificate of Excellence — Vyapaar Jagat2020 · Vyapaar Jagat
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25+Years Experience
10000+Bariatric & GI Surgeries
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Colon cancer develops in the large intestine, most often from polyps that grow slowly over years and can be removed during colonoscopy before they turn cancerous. Caught early, surgery offers a high chance of cure — which is why screening saves lives.

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Locations

Visit us in Ahmedabad — or meet Dr. Tank in your city

Surgery is performed at our main hospital in Ahmedabad, and Dr. Tank holds visiting consultations across Gujarat & Rajasthan.

Dwarika Hospital — Gastro, Bariatric & Laparoscopic Surgery Center

409–418, 4th Floor, Gamara Capital, Beside AUDA Garden, Near Civic Center, Opp. Samanvay Residency / Safal Parisar 2, South Bopal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380058

Mon–Sat · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM +91 88660 20505 Also at: Apollo Hospitals · BAPS Yogiji Maharaj Hospital

Frequently asked questions

Dr. Avinash Tank is a super-specialist bariatric, gastro & laparoscopic surgeon in Ahmedabad with 25+ years of experience, an MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology from SGPGIMS, and 10,000+ surgeries performed — known for honest diagnosis and the least-invasive effective treatment.

Not always. Dr. Avinash Tank first confirms the diagnosis with the right tests, then gives an honest opinion — many small, silent gallstones don't need immediate surgery, while symptomatic stones are usually best treated with key-hole (laparoscopic) gallbladder removal for a faster recovery.

A consultation costs ₹1500. You can book a clinic visit in Ahmedabad or an online video consultation — both include an honest assessment and a transparent cost estimate before any procedure.

Yes. Dr. Avinash Tank specialises in key-hole and robotic-assisted surgery for hernia repair, gallbladder (gallstone) removal, and GERD/acidity (reflux) — techniques that mean smaller cuts, less pain and a quicker return to normal life compared to open surgery.

Dwarika Hospital — Gastro, Bariatric & Laparoscopic Surgery Center is located in South Bopal, Ahmedabad. Dr. Avinash Tank also holds visiting consultations across Gujarat & Rajasthan, and offers video consultations for patients travelling from other cities or abroad.

Severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, yellowing of the eyes/skin (jaundice), or bleeding need urgent medical attention — call the clinic immediately or go to the nearest emergency department; do not wait for a scheduled appointment.

Yes — a second opinion is welcome and often reassuring. Bring your existing reports and scans; Dr. Avinash Tank will review them and give a clear, honest recommendation on whether surgery is truly needed.

Yes — consultations are available in English, Hindi, Gujarati, so you can describe your symptoms in the language you're most comfortable with.

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