Why Your Organs May Age at Different Rates
Why Your Organs May Age at Different Rates What a new Nature Medicine study reveals about AI biological aging clocks, organ-specific aging, metabolis…
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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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.
The rooms and team behind every consultation — photographed at the hospital itself, not a stock library.
Real patient experiences in their own words — building trust before you ever step into the clinic.
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.
Read the case →Approximate figures – verify with clinician.
"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
Evidence-informed guides, surgical insights and practical answers — written personally by Dr. Avinash Tank.
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Why Your Organs May Age at Different Rates What a new Nature Medicine study reveals about AI biological aging clocks, organ-specific aging, metabolism, liver health, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease Dr. Avinash Tank, MS, MCh, SGPGIMS Liver, Gastrointestinal & Obesity Surgeon Dwarika Gastro & Weight Loss Superspeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad Introduction How old is your body […]
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Thin-Fat Indian Obesity Phenotype: Why Many Indians Look Slim but Have Dangerous Hidden Fat Author: Dr. Avinash Tank (MS, MCh, SGPGIMS) Liver, Gastrointestinal & Obesity Surgeon Dwarika Gastro & Weight Loss Superspeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad Thin Outside, Fat Inside: The Hidden Obesity Epidemic in Indians When most people think about obesity, they imagine someone who is […]
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How to Get 100% Health Insurance Reimbursement in India (2026) The Complete Patient Guide to Choosing the Right Policy, Avoiding Hidden Clauses, Preventing Claim Rejections, and Maximizing Your Insurance Benefits Author: Dr. Avinash Tank (MS, MCh, SGPGIMS) Liver, Gastrointestinal & Weight Loss Surgeon Dwarika Gastro & Weight Loss Superspeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad Introduction Health insurance is […]
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Why Your Organs May Age at Different Rates What a new Nature Medicine study reveals about AI biological aging clocks, organ-specific aging, metabolis…
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Piles (haemorrhoids) are swollen blood vessels in and around the anal canal that cause bright-red bleeding, discomfort, swelling and itching. Most improve with diet and minor office procedures; advanced piles are treated with modern, low-pain day-care surgery.
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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
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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.