From Chairman’s Desk
Dr.Gokul, one of the best gastroenterologists in Coimbatore, has a high sustainable experience of 15 years as an advanced laparoscopic gastro surgeon. He is a dynamic professional with irrevocable beliefs in honesty, compassion and optimistic ideals. His investigative approach and keen observance is widely appreciated by his patients and colleagues. As a doctor he believes that simple empathetic conversations and understanding, combined with updated knowledge and skills will create complete trust and belief in a patient.
Being the Head of the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, VGM Gastro Centre, Coimbatore, he has successfully performed major GI oncologic surgeries, and advanced laparoscopic procedures. As an ethical and vigilant personality he is always open to new technology and research. His interest in wide travel and training has gained him abundance of updated knowledge in his field of speciality. Additionally, as a passionate medical and social enthusiast he promotes mental and physical well being in every walk of life. He has hands on experience in organizing numerous national and international seminars, medical camps and awareness campaigns.
VGM Hospital, one of the best and finest gastro centres in the world, provides specialized high quality medical treatment with advanced technologies at an affordable cost. The founder and Chairman, Dr. V.G. Mohan Prasad and Mrs.Radha Prasad have offered Dr.Gokul with the perfect platform to practice surgery. Currently, heading the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology in VGM Dr.Gokul has gained valuable experience under their guidance.
Laparoscopy Training
Dr.Gokul is the Course Director, Post-Graduate Fellowship in Minimal access abdominal surgery, recognised by TNMGR Medical University. VGM hospital is one of the first hospitals in Tamil Nadu to train post- graduates in the field of Surgical Gastroenterology. Inspired by his mentors, who have deeply sown the seeds of teaching and training, Dr.Gokul has trained many surgeons through fellowship courses, who are placed all over India. He trains 2 surgeons per year in minimal access abdominal surgery.
Mentors
Dr.Gokul has worked under medical legends in the field of gastroenterology, in Coimbatore. He takes immense pride in honouring his mentors. He sternly believes that his mentors have induced an unending love for surgery and service in him. His knowledge and experience was skillfully crafted from the guidance and advice showered by his mentors.
One of the pioneers in laparoscopy, Dr.C.Palanivelu,Chairman– GEM Hospital and Research Centre, was accorded the title of “Beeshmacharya” by the Association of Minimal access surgeons of India. A great teacher and a guiding force to most of the laparoscopic surgeons all over the world, Dr.C.Palanivelu has trained Dr.Gokul for four years in every aspect of laparoscopic surgery.
Prof.Dr.K.S.Shanmugasundaram of Sengaliappan hospital is considered to be one of the most experienced surgeons in Tamil Nadu. He has trained most of the successful surgeons in the western belt of Tamilnadu. He is well known for his expertise in general surgical knowledge. He has deeply sown the seeds of humanitarianism in Dr.Gokul.