Brief About Dr. Ramesh K Gurunathan
Dr. Ramesh K Gurunathan is a highly skilled and experienced Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Surgeon based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With an impressive 28 years of experience in the field, he has garnered numerous accolades throughout his medical career. Dr. Gurunathan specializes in a wide range of procedures including Esophageal Surgery, Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy (gall bladder removal surgery), Gastric bypass surgery, Gastric sleeve surgery, Gastroesophageal reflux surgery, Hernia repair surgery, Upper and lower endoscopy, Weight loss (bariatric) surgery, and general surgery.
In addition to his surgical expertise, Dr. Gurunathan is also known for his contributions to the medical community. He founded the first Stomach Cancer Support Group in Malaysia and is an active member of prestigious organizations such as the Malaysian Medical Council, the Academy of Medicine Malaysia, the Malaysian Upper Gastrointestinal Club, the Malaysian Upper Gastrointestinal Surgical Society, and the Upper Gastrointestinal Surgical Committee.
Dr. Gurunathan completed his MBBS from Mangalore University, India in 1994. He further pursued his education and obtained an MS from the National University of Malaysia in 2000. In 2002, he achieved the prestigious FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland. Fluent in English, Tamil, and Bahasa Malaysia, Dr. Gurunathan is able to effectively communicate with a diverse range of patients.
With a special interest in General Surgery, Upper Gastrointestinal & Obesity Surgery, and Weight Loss Surgery, Dr. Ramesh K Gurunathan is dedicated to providing exceptional care and surgical expertise to his patients.