Dr. D. U. Pathak
MS, FACRS (Colorectal), Senior Visiting Proctologist – Inventor of TMIS & SLOFT · 43+ Years of Experience
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Dr. D. U. Pathak is one of India's most distinguished and decorated surgeons, bringing over 43 years of unmatched surgical experience to the field of Colorectal Surgery and Proctology. Healing Hands Clinic is deeply honoured to have Dr. Pathak associated as a Senior Visiting Proctologist, making his profound clinical wisdom and global expertise accessible to patients.
Dr. Pathak is not just a surgeon he is a true visionary who has rewritten the standards of anorectal care globally. He is the inventor of two internationally practiced surgical techniques: TMIS (Trans Mucosal Internal Sphincterotomy), a modern and less invasive method to treat Fissure-in-Ano, and SLOFT (Submucosal Ligation Of Fistula Tract), an advanced alternative to LIFT surgery that has made fistula treatment significantly less traumatic and more successful. His techniques have been adopted by surgeons across countries, and he is a regular speaker and educator at major international surgical platforms.
Dr. Pathak holds distinguished positions across leading global and national surgical bodies. He is Ex-Vice President of the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI), Ex-Director for Asia Pacific of the International Society of Pelvic Floor Disorders (Hangzhou, China), Executive Member of the International Academy of Digital Surgery (IADS), National Executive Member of the Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of India (SELSI) and the Indian Hernia Society (IHS), and Faculty at the International Society of Coloproctology (ISCP). He has also contributed to medical literature with a special chapter on "Piles in High-Risk Pregnancy."
At Healing Hands Clinic, Dr. Pathak focuses on minimally invasive surgeries for Fissure and Fistula-in-Ano using the latest laser technologies and globally validated techniques that ensure quick recovery, minimal pain, and high success rates. His approachable nature, compassionate counselling, and decades of clinical wisdom make him a once-in-a-lifetime surgeon for patients dealing with complex anorectal conditions.
Comprehensive management of all grades of piles using the latest minimally invasive laser and stapler procedures for lasting relief.
Inventor of the globally practiced SLOFT technique, offering the most advanced and sphincter-preserving solutions for complex and recurrent fistulas.
Skilled in all types of hernia repair with high success rates, minimal recurrence, and swift post-operative recovery.
Advanced laser and surgical management of varicose veins offering faster recovery, minimal scarring, and day-care procedures.
Expert management of chronic constipation and Obstructed Defecation Syndrome (ODS) using surgical and non-surgical approaches.
Minimally invasive laser and advanced flap procedures for long-term relief from pilonidal sinus with minimal scarring and faster healing.
Over 1,200+ procedures. Real patients. Real outcomes.
"I had a complex fistula that had failed two prior surgeries elsewhere. Dr. Pathak's expertise and calm guidance gave me tremendous confidence. The surgery was successful and my recovery was remarkably smooth. I am truly grateful for the care I received."
"I had suffered from a chronic fissure for over two years. Dr. Pathak explained everything clearly and performed the procedure with exceptional skill. Within weeks I was completely relieved. His 40+ years of experience truly shows in every interaction."
"Consulting Dr. Pathak was a turning point for me. His depth of knowledge and compassionate approach made my treatment journey so much easier. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone suffering from anorectal conditions."
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Healing Hands Clinic is India’s most trusted center of excellence for proctology, specializing in advanced, minimally invasive laser treatments for anorectal conditions. Founded by Dr. Ashwin Porwal, a pioneer who introduced laser proctology to India, the clinic provides world-class, focused care for ailments like piles, fistulas, fissures, pilonidal sinus, and chronic constipation. Utilizing state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern techniques like DLPL, they prioritize treatments that provide minimal pain, negligible recurrence rates, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recovery.
Disclaimer : The information on this site should not be considered as medical advice. Please consult a doctor for determining the best procedure as well as the most appropriate for your proctological needs.
