DATE : 24-04-2026

Guest Lecture on Safe Minimally Invasive Inguinal Hernia Surgery

The Department of General Surgery conducted a Guest Lecture on April 24th, 2026, on the topic:

“Ten Commandments for a Safe Minimally Invasive Inguinal Hernia Surgery." As minimally invasive techniques like TAPP and TEP have become central to modern surgical practice, it is vital for future surgeons and medical students to master the standardized protocols that ensure patient safety. The lecture provided a systematic framework for navigating the complex posterior anatomy of the groin, emphasizing the prevention of complications and the achievement of optimal surgical outcomes.
The session successfully enhanced awareness among medical students and residents regarding critical anatomical landmarks, the “zones of danger," and the importance of a disciplined, step-by-step approach to laparoscopic hernia repair.

Venue: Gurumurthy Hall, Navodaya Hospital
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Speaker: Dr. Gautham Balakrishna
MS, DNB (General Surgery), FNB (Minimal Access Surgery)

Navodaya Medical College and Research Center, Raichur

Photo Highlights & Further Reading

View the photo highlights of the Guest Lecture organized by the Department of General Surgery on our official Instagram page, featuring key moments from the insightful session on “Ten Commandments for a Safe Minimally Invasive Inguinal Hernia Surgery” delivered by Dr. Gautham Balakrishna.

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