Dr. Avinash Tank
Trusted, laparoscopic 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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Learn more →Curative surgery for stomach, colon & rectal cancer.
Learn more →Laparoscopic gallstone & gallbladder surgery.
Learn more →Laparoscopic mesh repair, fast recovery.
Learn more →Liver tumours, cysts & resection.
Learn more →Complex pancreatic surgery & care.
Learn more →Gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP & EUS.
Learn more →Metabolic surgery for Type 2 diabetes.
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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 laparoscopic-first approach.
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25+ years of experience, 15+ as a super-specialist, with 10000+ bariatric & GI surgeries.
MCh from SGPGIMS + advanced training in Japan & South Korea.
Fellowships in Liver, Pancreas & Bariatric surgery; IAGES & ASI member.
98% of patients recommend — known for accurate diagnosis & empathetic care.
Three deep libraries that answer your questions and link you to the right care.
Documented cases — the authority competitors can't copy.
A "difficult gallbladder" with dense scarring — removed safely by laparoscopic surgery without conversion to open.
Read the case →A pre-cancerous polyp found and removed during screening — a colon cancer prevented before it could form.
Read the case →Deep jaundice from a bile-duct stone relieved by ERCP — no open surgery needed.
Read the case →A large liver tumour resected with clear margins while preserving enough healthy liver to recover fully.
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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."
"After years of acidity, the laparoscopic surgery finally fixed it. Honest advice, no pressure, excellent result."
"A colonoscopy caught a polyp early. Calm, reassuring and thorough — I am grateful for the careful approach."
"Complex hernia repaired by laparoscopic surgery. Minimal pain, quick recovery, and a surgeon who genuinely listens."
Recognised nationally for excellence in Gastro, Bariatric and GI Cancer surgery.
Hospital honours · academic degrees · community recognition — the complete gallery
Direct Inguinal Hernia Successfully Treated with Laparoscopic TAPP Mesh Hernioplasty: A Clinical Case Library Knowledge Hub Layer: Clinical Case Library (Layer 4) Suggested URL /case-library/laparoscopic-tapp-repair-for-large-right-direct-inguinal-hernia/ Overview A 69-year-old gentleman presented with a gradually enlarging swelling in the right groin associated with intermittent discomfort and heaviness for approximately three months. The swelling became more prominent during […]
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Banning Junk Food Around Schools: A Landmark Public Health Decision India Must Expand Why Maharashtra’s Decision Could Become One of the Most Important Child Health Policies of This Decade By Dr. Avinash Tank (MS, MCh, SGPGIMS) Surgical Gastroenterologist | Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon | Public Health Educator A Historic Decision That Deserves National Attention Maharashtra’s […]
Read article →Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (PanNET) Successfully Treated with Laparoscopic Distal Pancreatectomy Overview Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (PanNETs) are uncommon tumors that arise from the hormone-producing (endocrine) cells of the pancreas. Unlike the more common pancreatic adenocarcinoma, many PanNETs grow slowly and may produce hormones that lead to distinctive clinical symptoms. Early recognition and timely treatment can significantly […]
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Periampullary Cancer Successfully Treated with Whipple’s Surgery (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) Overview Being diagnosed with periampullary cancer can be frightening for both patients and their families. One of the first questions most people ask is: “Has someone with a condition like mine been successfully treated?” This real clinical case answers that question. A 48-year-old man developed progressive jaundice […]
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When Hope Meets Expertise: A 70-Year-Old Woman’s Journey Through Pancreatic Cancer “I thought my age and health problems would make treatment impossible. But my journey taught me that every patient deserves a chance.” A diagnosis of pancreatic cancer can feel overwhelming. For many families, it brings fear, uncertainty, and countless questions. Yet every patient’s story […]
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Can Pancreatic Cancer Be Cured by Surgery? Featured Snippet Answer Yes, surgery offers the best chance of curing pancreatic cancer—but only for selected patients whose cancer is detected early and has not spread beyond the pancreas. Complete removal of the tumour followed by chemotherapy can significantly improve long-term survival and, in some patients, achieve a […]
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Vomiting due to Stomach Cancer Successfully Treated With Surgery Clinical Summary A 72-year-old gentleman with no major medical illnesses presented w…
Rectal cancer affects the last part of the large bowel. Thanks to modern sphincter-preserving surgery, often combined with chemo-radiotherapy, most patients can be cured while keeping normal bowel function and avoiding a permanent stoma.
Banning Junk Food Around Schools: A Landmark Public Health Decision India Must Expand Why Maharashtra’s Decision Could Become One of the Most Importa…
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Can Engineered Probiotic Bacteria Help Treat Pancreatic Cancer? New Research Explained in Simple Questions and Answers Researchers have developed a p…
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Surgery is performed at our main hospital in Ahmedabad, and Dr. Tank holds visiting consultations across Gujarat & Rajasthan.
409–418, 4th Floor, Gamara Capital, Beside AUDA Garden, Near Civic Center, Opp. Samanvay Residency / Safal Parisar 2, South Bopal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380058
24×7 · Round-the-clock emergency & patient support
Apollo Hospitals · BAPS Yogiji Maharaj Hospital
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 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 laparoscopic 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.
Get a clear, honest answer from a super-specialist. Share your concern and the team will guide you — confidentially, with same-week slots.
