1. Clinical Services Overview
The Department of General Surgery at DMGMCH has
demonstrated significant growth in patient care services across both Sadar
Campus and Hatuara Campus during 2024–2025. The expansion reflects
improved infrastructure, redistribution of services, and enhanced surgical
capabilities.
OPD & IPD
Services
|
Category
|
OPD
|
IPD
|
|
Sadar Campus
|
NA
|
15,583
|
|
Hatuara Campus
|
66,186
|
1,763
|
|
Total
|
66,186
|
17,319
|
2. Surgical Workload & Performance
The department has experienced consistent growth in both
conventional and minimally invasive surgical services.
Surgical
Statistics (2025)
|
Type of Surgery
|
Sadar Campus
|
Hatuara Campus
|
|
Major Surgeries
|
1,580
|
1,455
|
|
Laparoscopic Surgeries
|
NA
|
308
|
|
Minor Surgeries
|
3,521
|
57
|
|
Injury Repairs
|
2,001
|
NA
|
|
OPD Procedures
|
NA
|
6,463
|
|
Total Surgeries
|
7,102
|
8,145
|
Comparative
Surgical Growth (2024 vs 2025)
- Sadar Campus – Major Surgeries:
1,363 → 1,580 (+15.9%) - Sadar Campus – Minor Surgeries:
3,334 → 3,521 (+5.6%) - Sadar Campus – Injury Repairs:
2,119 → 2,001 (–5.6%)
→ Slight decline reflecting improved trauma redistribution. - Hatuara Campus – Total Surgeries:
1,488 → 1,820 (+22.3%)
→ Significant rise in operative services. - Laparoscopic Surgeries:
163 → 308 (+89.0%)
→ Major expansion of Minimal Access Surgery (MIS).
3. Spectrum of Regularly
Performed Surgical Procedures
The Department of General
Surgery routinely performs a wide spectrum of elective and emergency surgical
procedures across both campuses, reflecting comprehensive tertiary-level
surgical care. Regularly performed surgeries include laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy,
appendicectomy (open and laparoscopic), inguinal and ventral hernia repairs
(including TAPP and IPOM Plus techniques), hydrocele surgery, orchidopexy,
varicose vein surgery, hemorrhoidectomy, fistulectomy, fissure surgery, breast
lump excisions, modified radical mastectomy, thyroid surgeries
(hemithyroidectomy and total thyroidectomy), emergency laparotomies for
perforation and obstruction, bowel resections and anastomosis, stoma creation
and closure, trauma-related injury repairs, abscess drainage, and soft tissue
procedures.
The department has also
strengthened its advanced capabilities with the introduction of
choledochoscopy-assisted procedures, negative pressure wound therapy
applications, and vessel-sealing technology for both open and minimally
invasive operations. The steady increase in minimally invasive procedures
reflects the department’s transition toward modern, patient-centric surgical
practice with reduced postoperative morbidity and shorter hospital stays.
4. Expansion of Minimal Access Surgery
The department significantly strengthened its minimally
invasive surgical program, incorporating advanced laparoscopic procedures such
as:
- IPOM Plus
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia – TAPP Repair
- Introduction of emergency laparoscopic procedures
- Laparoscopic CBD exploration
- Laparoscopic Sub-diaphragmatic abscess
- Laparoscopic Appendicular Abscess
- SEPS
This expansion reflects a strategic commitment to modern
surgical care with reduced morbidity and faster recovery.
5. Infrastructure Development & Equipment Enhancement
To support advanced surgical services, the department
upgraded its infrastructure with:
- Wolf 4K Laparoscopic Set (3rd unit) with complete
hand instruments
- UGI Endoscopy Machine (installation completed;
pending full functionality)
- Vessel Sealer Systems (Open & Laparoscopic)
- Universal Retractor System
- Surgical Headlights
- Bair Hugger System (for prevention of perioperative
hypothermia)
- Introduction of Choledochoscope
- NPWT (Negative Pressure Wound Therapy) System
Additionally, the Surgical ICU at Hatuara Campus has been
made partly functional, enabling improved postoperative and critical care
management.
6. Emergency & Elective Services
- Emergency surgical services strengthened at Sadar
Campus
- Elective surgical and OPD services expanded at Hatuara
Campus
- Active participation in Swasthya Ingit
Telemedicine Services, enhancing accessibility for remote patients
- Focused efforts to reduce external referrals through
in-house capacity development
7. Academic & Teaching Contributions
The Department remains deeply committed to medical
education and academic excellence.
Teaching
Activities
- Regular lectures, bedside clinics, OT teaching, and
OPD teaching sessions for:
- MBBS Undergraduates
- DNB General Surgery Postgraduate Trainees
- Nursing Students
- DOTT Students
Academic
Milestones
- Successfully conducted the Final Professional MBBS
Examination
- Successfully initiated and currently running the
Internship Training Programme
- DMGMCH established as a fully functional teaching
hospital
A landmark achievement includes:
Dr. Srijan Ray — First
candidate to successfully pass the DNB Final Examination after renewal of the
DNB course at the Medical College.
8. Research & Academic Growth
- Ongoing research studies in various domains of
General Surgery
- Strengthening of academic culture within the
department
- Encouragement of publication-oriented clinical
research
9. Vision for 2026
The Department aims to further elevate clinical,
academic, and infrastructural standards in the coming year.
Strategic Goals
- Expansion of research activity and peer-reviewed
publications
- Continuous improvement of departmental library,
seminar rooms, and official website
- Establishment of a fully functional dedicated
Surgical ICU
- Further expansion of Minimal Access Surgery,
including emergency laparoscopic services
- Enhancement of oncosurgery services
- Continued reduction in inter-hospital referrals
through infrastructure strengthening
