Dr. C Palanivelu
Meet Dr. C. Palanivelu, a world-renowned pioneer and visionary in Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgery, and the Chairman of GEM Hospital. With decades of surgical expertise, he has transformed the landscape of minimal access surgery in India, setting global benchmarks in advanced GI and laparoscopic procedures.
Dr. Palanivelu’s contributions include groundbreaking techniques in laparoscopic surgery, such as minimally invasive approaches for esophageal, gastric, colorectal, and pancreatic conditions. He has performed thousands of complex surgeries, authored authoritative medical texts, and trained generations of surgeons across the world. His clinical excellence is matched by his leadership in advancing robotic surgery and bariatric surgery in India.
Respected equally for his compassionate patient care and academic brilliance, Dr. Palanivelu has received prestigious honors including the Dr. B.C. Roy National Award and international recognition for his surgical innovations. Patients trust him for his precision, dedication, and ability to combine cutting-edge medical advancements with personalized care. If you seek expert treatment in advanced gastrointestinal or minimally invasive surgery, Dr. C. Palanivelu at GEM Hospital is the name synonymous with excellence and trust.
Specialities
Dr. C Palanivelu specializes in treating a range of conditions within their field. Learn more about the treatments, procedures, and medical areas where they bring extensive experience and trusted care.
Educational Info
Learn about Dr. C Palanivelu’s medical journey — from education to specialization — and how their academic training supports their commitment to patient care.
Stanley Medical College, Chennai(MBBS )- Anglia Ruskin University, Oxford(DSc )
Memberships
Dr. C Palanivelu is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.
- oyal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Award Info
Over the years, Dr. C Palanivelu has received multiple awards that highlight their dedication to patient well-being, innovation in treatment, and leadership in the medical community.
- Olympic Silver(FRCS Hon; Lifetime Achievement 2009-08-07)
Experience
With a career spanning 35+ years, Dr. C Palanivelu has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.
- GEM Hospital, Coimbatore(surgical innovation and leadership 1991-08-06 - 2025-08-06)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dr. C Palanivelu, a renowned General surgeon . You can consult the doctor for expert and personalized care.
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Yes, Dr. C Palanivelu offers teleconsultation for patients who prefer virtual appointments. You can book an online session directly through Medifyr for safe and convenient care from home.
Patient Experience
Patients share their experiences and feedback about their treatment with Dr. C Palanivelu, reflecting the doctor’s commitment to quality care, advanced treatment, and patient-focused service. Explore real stories from individuals who have trusted Dr. C Palanivelu with their health.
Our 8-year-old daughter needed emergency appendectomy while we were visiting Chennai from Norway. Dr. Palanivelu performed laparoscopic surgery at 2 AM with such precision that she was drawing pictures of the operation the next morning. We returned to Oslo with a story of incredible cross-cultural medical care.
A 45-year-old professional drummer with gallbladder issues, I feared surgery would end my career. Dr. Palanivelu's expertise in laparoscopic cholecystectomy preserved my abdominal muscle function completely. I was back on tour in six weeks, hitting every beat perfectly.
My 68-year-old mother, a diabetes patient with multiple comorbidities, needed complex hernia repair. Dr. Palanivelu's team used advanced laparoscopic techniques that minimized surgical stress. Her glucose levels remained stable throughout recovery, something previous surgeons said was impossible.
As a 19-year-old college athlete with sudden severe abdominal pain, I was diagnosed with a twisted ovarian cyst requiring immediate surgery. Dr. Palanivelu's laparoscopic intervention saved my ovary and my volleyball scholarship. I returned to nationals within two months.
As a 72-year-old retired botanist with a rare diaphragmatic hernia, I was terrified of surgery. Dr. Palanivelu's minimally invasive approach through single-incision laparoscopy left barely a scar. I was tending to my orchid collection again within three weeks, breathing freely for the first time in years.
- 21 Years Experience
- General surgeon
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- Critical Care
Gem Hospital Perungudi, Chennai
- 8 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
- 10 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
- 13 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
- 16 Years Experience
- Laparoscopic surgeon
- 5 Years Experience
- Laparoscopic surgeon
- 4 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
- 25 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
- 26 Years Experience
- Liver Transplant Specialist