Colon cancer
Colon cancer surgery in Ahmedabad
Colon cancer is treated by removing the diseased part of the bowel with its lymph nodes. I do this by 3D HD laparoscopy where the tumour allows, and by open surgery where it does not.
- Where
- Dr. Jivraj Mehta Hospital, Dr Jivraj Mehta Marg, Vasna, Ahmedabad 380007
- OPD
- Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm, from 2 November 2026
- Fee
- ₹250 consultation
- Book
- 63555 64601 or 63590 11009
MS, MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology), DrNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)
Gujarat Medical Council, Reg. No. G-38738 · 18 years of experience
What I operate on
- Right-sided colon
- Right hemicolectomy: the right colon is removed and the small bowel joined to the remaining colon.
- Left-sided colon
- Left hemicolectomy or sigmoid resection, with the bowel joined in the same operation.
- Blocked bowel
- If the tumour has blocked the bowel, the first step may be a stent or a stoma, and the main operation follows.
- After surgery
- The removed specimen is examined and decides whether chemotherapy is needed.
Blood in the stool, a change in bowel habit lasting weeks, or unexplained tiredness with low haemoglobin should be checked by colonoscopy, whatever your age.
In my own words
हिन्दी कोलन कैंसर: लक्षण, जाँच, स्क्रीनिंग और इलाज
Colon cancer surgery with only 35% lung function
After a colon cancer operation
What patients wrote
“My mother underwent colon cancer surgery with Dr. Harsh Shah… The surgery was successful and she is now recovering well. He is highly skilled, compassionate, and explained everything clearly. His confidence and dedication gave our family great peace of mind.”
“I underwent surgery under the care of Dr. Harsh Shah. The surgery was done very smoothly and successfully. After the surgery, I am able to perform my daily routine work without any problem. He is very caring, skilled, and supportive throughout the treatment.”
“Dr. Harsh Shah treated for colon cancer, and we are very satisfied with the care I received. He explained everything clearly and gave us confidence throughout the process. Thanks to his excellent skills, my recovery has been smooth and I am doing well now.”
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Where I see patients
Dr Jivraj Mehta Marg, Vasna
Ahmedabad 380007Open in Google Maps
Questions patients ask
Will I need a stoma?
For most colon cancers, no. The two ends are joined in the same operation.
Is chemotherapy always needed?
Not always. It depends on the stage found on the removed specimen.
How long in hospital?
Usually five to seven days after a colon resection, longer if there were complications.
I was told surgery elsewhere. Can I get a second opinion?
Yes. Bring the colonoscopy report, biopsy and CT. A second opinion is a normal part of cancer care.