Frequently asked questions

Not always. Many conditions — some hernias without symptoms, early piles, small hydroceles — can be watched or managed without an operation. Dr. Khanna will examine you, explain the options plainly, and recommend surgery only when it is the right course, not by default.

Laparoscopic surgery uses small incisions, a camera and fine instruments instead of one large cut. It generally means less pain and a quicker return to normal activity. It is not automatically right for every case — some complex or revision situations are safer with an open approach, and Dr. Khanna will advise based on your specific anatomy and history, not a one-size-fits-all rule.

It depends on the operation and how you recover. Straightforward laparoscopic gallbladder or hernia surgery is often a short stay of a day or two; more complex or revision surgery may need longer. Your exact plan is discussed before the operation, not promised in advance.

Any previous prescriptions, scan or ultrasound reports, blood test results, and a list of current medications. If you've had earlier abdominal surgery, bring those discharge summaries too — they matter a great deal for revision cases.

Revision and complex GI surgery — the difficult second operation — is one of Dr. Khanna's particular areas of depth, built over decades of practice. Bring your original operative notes and any imaging so he can assess the situation properly.

Sudden, severe abdominal pain, a hernia that has become painful and won't go back in, high fever with abdominal pain, or heavy rectal bleeding all warrant urgent attention. Call the emergency line (+91 93776 86962) or come directly to Shree Mahavir Hospital.

Shree Mahavir Hospital works with a range of insurers and cashless arrangements; coverage depends on your specific policy and insurer. Please call the hospital reception (0261 229 2000) to check your particular plan — the OPD team can guide you on documentation and process.

No. Costs vary by procedure, anaesthesia, hospital stay and individual factors, so we don't quote prices online. The hospital billing team will give you a clear estimate once your treatment plan is decided.

Modern anaesthesia is administered by trained anaesthetists who assess your individual fitness beforehand — heart, lung and other conditions are factored into the plan. Any concerns are worked through with you and the anaesthesia team in advance of the operation.

For many routine laparoscopic procedures, patients return to light activity within a week or two, though this varies with the operation, your job, and how your body recovers. Dr. Khanna will give you a realistic, individual estimate rather than a generic number.

No referral is required. You can call the OPD directly to ask about visiting during OPD hours, or walk in — though calling ahead helps you avoid waiting.

That's exactly what the OPD consultation is for. Call +91 261 2461093, describe your symptoms briefly, and the team can advise whether an appointment with Dr. Khanna is the right next step.