Dr Harshal Rajekar, Surgical Gastroenterologist

Dr Harshal Rajekar

Surgical Gastroenterologist
Area of Specialization : Hepatobiliary, Pancreas, GI and Transplant Surgery
Doctor Designation : Senior Consultant Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgeon
Medical Qualifications : MS, MRCS, DNB, FIAGES
Experience : 17+ Years
Practicing Location : Pune
Languages Spoken : English, हिन्दी, मराठी
Consultation Fee : ₹800

Current Work Location

Medicover Hospital, Indrayani Nagar Rd, Sector No. 1, Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune, Maharashtra 411026

Timings: Mon to Sat 10 AM - 4 PM
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Dr Harshal Rajekar is an experienced Senior consultant Hepatobiliary and transplant surgeon at Medicover Hospitals in Pune. He has over 17 years of experience and is recognized as one of the best gastroenterologist and surgical specialists. He specializes in digestive organ care with advanced treatments that help patients recover quickly and safely.

Expertise & Treatments

  • Liver Surgery (Benign & Malignant Conditions)
  • Liver Transplant (Adult & Complex Cases)
  • Portal Hypertension Management & Shunt Surgery
  • Gallbladder, Biliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Liver Failure & Acute Liver Conditions
  • Fatty Liver Disease Management
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery (Stomach, Colon, Esophagus)
  • Pancreatic Cancer & Chronic/Acute Pancreatitis Surgery
  • Hepatocellular Carcinoma & Cholangiocarcinoma Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic GI and HPB Surgery

Dr. Harshal Rajekar is a highly accomplished Surgical Gastroenterologist, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, and Liver Transplant Specialist with 17+ years of extensive experience in treating complex diseases of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, stomach, intestines, and abdominal organs. He is regarded as one of the best surgical gastroenterologists in Pune, trusted for the management of liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis, portal hypertension, gastrointestinal cancers, and advanced HPB surgeries.

He specializes in managing chronic and acute pancreatitis, hepatocellular carcinoma, cholangiocarcinoma, pseudomyxoma peritonei, NCPF, EHPVO, shunt surgery, vascular disorders of the liver, and digestive tract aneurysms. His expertise spans liver resection, pancreatic surgeries, bile duct reconstruction, portal hypertension surgery, and liver transplantation, making him one of the leading HPB surgeons in Maharashtra.

If you are in Pune and seeking expert care for liver disease, pancreatic problems, gallbladder conditions, GI cancers, or complex abdominal issues, you can consult Dr. Harshal Rajekar, one of Pune's top hepatobiliary and gastrointestinal surgeons. He is available for consultation from Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Medicover Hospitals, Pune.

Past Experience

  • 2004 - 2018: Consultant at Ruby Hall Clinic, Rao Nursing Home, KEM Hospital (KEMH), MJM Hospital, Jehangir Hospital, Columbia Asia Hospital, and Poona Hospital

Awards & Achievements

  • Marquis Who's Who selected the biographical profile for inclusion in Who's Who in the World® 2015 (32nd Edition).
  • Passed the MHSSET (June 2004) - Maharashtra State Super-Specialty Entrance Test, ranked 65th among national-level candidates.
  • Passed the entrance examination for selection as Senior Registrar (SPR) in Trauma Surgery at AIIMS.
  • Awarded a full scholarship for studies up to Ph.D. level, including a complete book grant and premature life membership to the British Council Library.
  • Awarded the NMS (National Merit Scheme) Scholarship for academic excellence in SSC and HSC examinations.
  • Qualified for free education up to the level of post-graduation (specialization).
  • Awarded the St. Vincent's Diamond Jubilee Prize for excellence in academics.
  • Won 1st Prize at the Anatomy Quiz, conducted by EMRC (UGC), Pune University (May 1995).
  • Member of the Indian NCC for two years (1990-1991).
  • Member of the NCC, Army Wing, 3rd Maharashtra Armoured Squadron, Indian Army (1991).
  • Participated in the Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC), Junior Division, Boys - Alandi, Pune (1990).
  • Won numerous awards for excellence in extracurricular activities, including Drawing & Painting, Sculpture, Football, Basketball, Chess, Stage performance, and Choreography.

Memberships

  • Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
  • Indian Association of Gastro Intestinal Surgeon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr Harshal Rajekar is available for consultation at Medicover Hospitals, located at Indrayani Nagar Rd, Beside Union Bank of India, Sector No: 1, Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune, Maharashtra, 411026.

Dr Harshal Rajekar is available from Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm at Medicover Hospitals, Pune.

You can book an appointment with Dr Harshal Rajekar online or by calling 040-68334455 or directly visiting the Medicover Hospitals, Pune reception.

Yes, Dr Harshal Rajekar specializes in treating a wide range of digestive organ related diseases, including both common and complex conditions.

Yes, Dr Harshal Rajekar provides expert second opinions for diagnoses and treatments related to digestive organ.

Yes, Dr Harshal Rajekar offers personalized guidance on lifestyle changes, including diet, exercise, and habits, to maintain and improve digestive organ health.

Patients with liver tumors, pancreatic cancer, bile duct obstruction, gallbladder cancer, chronic pancreatitis, portal hypertension, or complex abdominal masses should consult an HPB surgeon for specialized evaluation and advanced surgical treatment.

Yes. Dr. Rajekar is highly experienced in minimally invasive and laparoscopic GI and HPB surgeries, which offer benefits such as faster recovery, smaller incisions, and reduced postoperative pain.

Yes. He specializes in the evaluation and surgical management of advanced liver diseases, including cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and acute or chronic liver failure. He also assesses patients for liver transplant candidacy.

Absolutely. He is an expert in performing procedures for chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic tumors, pancreatic duct issues, and minimally invasive pancreatic surgeries.

He treats a wide range of GI cancers, including stomach cancer, colon cancer, esophageal cancer, liver cancer, gallbladder cancer, and pancreatic cancer using advanced surgical techniques.

Yes. He performs specialized biliary surgeries for gallstones, bile duct injuries, strictures, cholangiocarcinoma, and complex gallbladder disease.

Dr. Harshal Rajekar is one of the leading liver transplant surgeons in Pune and has performed Pune’s first liver transplant. He has extensive experience in adult liver transplant surgeries and postoperative care.

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