Dr. Muneendra Gupta is a seasoned and highly respected General, Minimally Invasive & Bariatric Surgeon with over 42 years of surgical expertise. As Senior Consultant and Director of Surgery at Fortis Vasant Kunj, he has been a pioneer in laparoscopic and bariatric procedures in North India. Dr. Gupta is known for introducing advanced minimally invasive techniques—such as sleeve gastrectomy, laparoscopic colon resection, rectopexy, and complex hernia repairs—while ensuring compassionate, patient-centred care. His vast experience, academic contributions, and leadership in surgical education make him a trusted authority in gastrointestinal and metabolic surgery.
- Over four decades of experience in general, GI, and bariatric surgery
- Pioneer of laparoscopic surgery in Delhi and surrounding regions
- Extensive expertise in colon resection, hernia and bariatric procedures
- Director-level leadership at Fortis Vasant Kunj with thousands of surgeries performed
- Renowned for academic contributions, surgical mentorship, and teaching
- Frequently consulted by patients for evidence-based, minimally invasive solutions
Education Background:
- MBBS – Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi (MBBS degree awarded 1976)
- MS (General Surgery) – University of Delhi via Dr. R. M. Lohia Hospital, New Delhi (1981)
- FMAS (Fellow in Minimal Access Surgery) – Fellowship certification via Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI), awarded in mid-2000s
Awards & Accolades:
- Recognized as one of the earliest laparoscopic surgeons in North India
- Leader and trainer in minimally invasive surgery workshops
- Faculty member at national surgical CME programs
- Frequent contributor to peer-reviewed surgical and bariatric journals
Dr. Muneendra Gupta specializes in General Surgery, Minimally Invasive & Bariatric Surgery, particularly excelling in laparoscopic GI, metabolic, hernia, and colorectal procedures. He is well-versed in advanced techniques such as colon resections, sleeve gastrectomy, and rectopexy.
Medical Problems Treated by Doctor
- Obesity and metabolic syndrome requiring surgical intervention
- Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases
- Hernias: inguinal, incisional, ventral, hiatal
- Colorectal disorders including diverticulitis, IBS, IBD, colon tumors
- Appendicitis and acute surgical abdomen
- Colonic motility issues requiring rectopexy
- Fistulas, pouches, and anorectal disorders
- Panic abdominal injuries and trauma-related surgeries
Medical Procedures Performed by Doctor
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendectomy, colectomy
- Advanced laparoscopic hernia repairs including incisional and ventral hernias
- Laparoscopic colon resections, rectopexy, and abdominal‑perineal excisions
- Laparoscopic and open fistula, fissure, and anorectal surgeries
- Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols
- Gastric ballooning and mini-port metabolic procedures
- Obesity and metabolic syndrome requiring surgical intervention
- Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases
- Hernias: inguinal, incisional, ventral, hiatal
- Colorectal disorders including diverticulitis, IBS, IBD, colon tumors
- Appendicitis and acute surgical abdomen
- Colonic motility issues requiring rectopexy
- Fistulas, pouches, and anorectal disorders
- Panic abdominal injuries and trauma-related surgeries
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendectomy, colectomy
- Advanced laparoscopic hernia repairs including incisional and ventral hernias
- Laparoscopic colon resections, rectopexy, and abdominal‑perineal excisions
- Laparoscopic and open fistula, fissure, and anorectal surgeries
- Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols
- Gastric ballooning and mini-port metabolic procedures