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.
Real patient experiences in their own words — building trust before you ever step into the clinic.
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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
Evidence-informed guides, surgical insights and practical answers — written personally by Dr. Avinash Tank.
Fistula-in-Ano Surgery: Understanding the Different Surgical Options, Anatomy, Techniques and Outcomes Anal fistula (fi…
Read the expert guide Expert Read Who Owns Indian Healthcare?Who Owns Indian Healthcare? Following the Money from Hospitals to Pharma to Insurance Is India’s healthcare system beco…
Read the expert guide Expert Read Visceral Fat: The Hidden Culprit Behind Type 2 DiabetesVisceral Fat: The Hidden Culprit Behind Type 2 Diabetes Why You Can Look “Normal” and Still Have Dangerous Abdominal Fa…
Read the expert guide Expert Read How to Choose the Right GI Surgeon: A Patient's Complete ChecklistQualifications, questions to ask, red flags to avoid, and how to tell a genuinely honest surgical opinion from an over-…
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216 UK Death Reports Linked to Weight-Loss Injections: What Mounjaro, Wegovy and Other GLP-1 Drugs Users Need to Know A surge in reported deaths and serious adverse reactions involving weight-loss injections in the UK has raised fresh concerns about the safety of GLP-1 medicines. But what do these numbers actually mean? Are Mounjaro and Wegovy […]
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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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Gujarat Bans Analogue Paneer, Cheese and Butter: What Consumers Need to Know About “Fake Paneer” and Its Health Risks Gujarat has taken a major food-safety step by banning the manufacture, storage, transportation, distribution and sale of unstandardised analogue paneer, cheese and butter. The action follows inspections and laboratory testing that identified non-standard dairy substitutes being […]
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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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How Diet Regulates Health, Disease and Healthy Ageing: The Science of Food Evidence-based insights from modern nutritional science Introduction For centuries, people have believed that food influences health. Today, modern science confirms that this relationship is far more profound than previously imagined. Food is not simply a source of calories—it is biological information. Every meal […]
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Insurance Councils Should Not Decide Clinical Admissions: Leave Medicine to Doctors Healthcare works best when every stakeholder performs the role they are trained for. Doctors diagnose and treat patients. Hospitals provide care. Regulators oversee standards. Insurance companies finance risk. Problems arise when one stakeholder begins to dictate the professional responsibilities of another. The recent attempt […]
Read article →Doctor-written, evidence-based articles helping patients understand diseases, treatments and recovery.
Type 2 Diabetes: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Control It Dr. Avinash Tank, MS, MCh, SGPGIMS Liver, Gastrointestinal, Bariatric & Metabolic …
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GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease) is the backflow of stomach acid into the food pipe, causing heartburn, regurgitation and chest discomfort. It is treated first with lifestyle changes and medicines, and with laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery when symptoms persist.
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.
