Your Trusted Specialist for Acid Reflux
Medical Director, Senior Consultant General Surgeon
MBBS (S’pore) | FRCPS (Glasgow) | FRCS (Edinburgh)
Dr Shanker is an experienced gastrointestinal surgeon with a fellowship in advanced endoscopy and robotics.
Formerly Chief of Metabolic-Bariatric Surgery Service and Director of LIFE Centre at SGH, he specializes in minimally-invasive treatments and keyhole surgeries for:
- Gastroesophageal Conditions (Acid Reflux, GERD, Heartburn)
- Metabolic Disorders
- Obesity Management
Dedicated to helping patients overcome complex digestive conditions, Dr. Shanker blends compassion with surgical innovation, offering various treatment options tailored to patients’ needs. Widely regarded for his expertise, he is sought after in the training of GPs, nurses and fellow specialists, and was awarded the Dean’s Award for teaching excellence from NUS Medicine in 2012.
More than a skilled surgeon, Dr Shanker is well-trusted by patients for his warm-hearted approach, taking the time to listen, understand and guide each patient with care and clarity — always placing their safety and well-being at the heart of every decision.
Spoken Languages: English, Malay, Tamil, Bahasa Indonesia
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