Dr. Vanesha Varik – Female Laparoscopic & General Surgeon in Dubai
Dr. Vanesha Varik brings extensive experience and expertise in laparoscopic and general surgery, committed to providing exceptional patient care using the most advanced surgical techniques.
About Dr. Vanesha Varik
Dr. Vanesha Varik is a General and Laparoscopic Surgery Specialist at Medcare. She obtained her MBBS and Master in General Surgery (MS), for which she won a Gold Medal from the Goa Medical College and Hospital, India. She has completed a Fellowship in Essential Laparoscopic Surgery (FIAGES) from Bhatia General Hospital in India. She is the recipient of the Jindal Jubilee Gold Medal, Dr. Wilfred D'souza Gold Medal & Scholarship, Late Mrs. Laxmibai Raghunath Shirodkar Memorial Prize at the MS (Gen Surgery) Examination held by the Goa University. She is a member of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (IAGES).
Dr. Varik commenced her career as a Junior and Senior Resident at the Goa Medical College and Hospital, India followed by the position of Surgery Registrar Laparoscopic and GI Fellow at Bhatia General Hospital. She worked as a Clinical Assistant in OT at Breach Candy Hospital and as a Junior Consultant in General Surgery at St. Elizabeth Hospital both in Mumbai, India. She then relocated to the UAE, where she worked as a Specialist Laparoscopic and General Surgeon, at Aster Hospital, Mankhool.
Dr. VANESHA VARIK
Specialist in General & Laparoscopic Surgery
Dr. Varik manages all general and laparoscopic surgeries like hernias (ventral, inguinal, paraumbilical, Spigellian, incisional), cholecystectomy, appendectomy, intestinal resection and anastomosis, colectomies, thyroidectomy, parathyroidectomy and superficial parotidectomy. She has successfully performed the excision of thyroglossal cysts, breast surgeries (benign and malignant), proctology (haemorrhoidectomy, stapler haemorrhoidopexy, fistula, fissure), excision of lumps and bumps (Desmoid, scar endometriosis lipoma, sebaceous cysts), Chemoport placement, tracheostomy, CVP placement, colostomy and ileostomy. She treats conditions like Diabetic Foot, abscess, ulcers, gangrene, necrotizing Fasciitis, pilonidal sinus, peritonitis, bowel perforations, duodenal ulcer perforations and intestinal obstructions.
She spends her free time reading fiction, writing blogs, sketching and painting in oil and acrylic. She speaks English, Hindi, Konkani and Marathi.
Areas of Specialty
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Specialized Surgical Services
Offering a full range of surgical services using the latest techniques and technologies to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Minimally invasive surgical procedures using advanced laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery and reduced scarring.
- Minimal scarring
- Faster recovery
- Less post-operative pain
- Shorter hospital stay
Gallbladder Surgery
Expert laparoscopic removal of the gallbladder for gallstone management and optimal outcomes.
- Laparoscopic removal
- Gallstone management
- Minimum-Stay procedures
- Multi disciplinary approach
- ERCP Approach with Gaestroenterologist
- Less Pain
- Quick recovery
Breast Surgery
Surgical care for benign and malignant breast conditions including diagnostic procedures like core needle biopsy and FNAC.
- Lumpectomy / segmentectomy / quadrantectomy
- Core needle biopsy , FNAC of axillary Lymph nodes
- Breast abscess drainage / galactocele surgery
- Malignant breast conserving surgery
- Sentinel LN biopsy and frozen section for malignant cases
- Mastectomy : prophylactic and therapeutic
- Most day care surgeries with same day discharge
Thyroid Surgery
Precise management of benign and malignant thyroid disorders.
- FNAC of thyroid nodule & Lymph node with ultrasound guidance
- Total thyroidectomy with /without central compartment LN dissection
- Hemi thyroidectomy or lobectomy
- Advanced techniques
Hernia Surgery
Surgical mesh tension-free repair of hernias using laparoscopic or open techniques with best results.
- Inguinal hernia
- Parambilical / Umbilical hernia
- Incisional hernia
- Ventral hernias including spigelian hernia
- Incisional hernia
- Advanced Techniques
Comprehensive care for proctology conditions.
- Hemorrhoidectomy: conventional, stapler, laser and THD
- Fistula-in-Ano: Fistulectomy, fistulotomy, VAAFT & laser
- Acute and chronic anal fissures: conservative management, fissurectomy (conventional & laser) and sphincterotomy
- Pilonidal sinus with abscess: incision, excision and laser surgery
- Removal of skin tags and anal warts
- Biopsy of suspicious anorectal lesions
- Most procedures performed as same-day discharge surgery
Surgical treatment of appendicitis including laparoscopic technique .
- Lap Appendectomy for acute/subacute/chronic appendicitis
- Laparoscopic approach for perforated appendicitis with peritonitis
- Laparoscopic minimal access surgery with quick recovery, less pain
- Appendicular abscess and mucocele of appendix
Various minor procedures performed with care in a comfortable outpatient or daycare setting.
- Skin lesion like epidermal cyst sebaceous cyst /lipoma removal
- Dermal or subcutaneous abscess drainage
- Removal of intramuscular benign tumors
- Removal of warts , large dermal papillomas and skin tags
- Biopsy /FNAC procedures
- Excision biopsy of lymph nodes
About Dr. Vanesha Varik
Dr. Vanesha Varik brings extensive experience and expertise in laparoscopic and general surgery, committed to providing exceptional patient care using the most advanced surgical techniques.
Precision · Compassion · Surgical Excellence
Documentary Timeline
- Education & Training
- Expertise & Specialization
- Professional Memberships
- Patient Care Philosophy
Chapter 01
Education & Training
- MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery
- MS - Master of Surgery (General Surgery)
- MRCS (Glasgow)
- Fellowship in Laparoscopy & GI Surgery [FIAGES accredited]
- Continuous Medical Education (CME) Certified
Chapter 02
Expertise & Specialization
- 16+ Years of Surgical Experience
- Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Surgery
- General Surgery Procedures
- Breast, Thyroid & Proctology
Chapter 03
Professional Memberships
- Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Licensed
- Ministry of Health (MOH) Licensed
- Member of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeon of Glasgow {MRCPS[Glasg]}
- Regular Conference Participant
Chapter 04
Patient Care Philosophy
- Patient-centered approach
- Evidence-based treatment
- Compassionate care delivery
- Comprehensive post-operative support
Dr. Vanesha Varik
MBBS, MS, FIAGES, MRCS
Female General & Laparoscopic Surgeon · Dubai
Academic Footprint
Research & Publications
- Paper presented: The Etiopathogenesis of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleed in Goa – study of 300 patients
- Case study presented: Closure of difficult duodenal stump at the Conference of the Association of Surgeons of India
- Poster presentation: Diagnosing CBD stones prior to laparoscopic cholecystectomy – IHPBA Conference, Coimbatore
- Original article published: No 72-hour pathological boundary for safe early laparoscopic cholecystectomy in acute cholecystitis
Recognition
Credentials & Awards
- Member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (MRCPS, Glasg)
- Laparoscopic & GI Fellowship – FIAGES accredited
- Gold Medalist, Master of Surgery (General Surgery), Goa Medical College & Hospital, India (2011)
- Recipient of Jindal Jubilee Gold Medal – Dr. Wilfred D'Souza
- Gold Medal & Scholarship – Late Mrs. Laxmibai Raghunath Shirodkar Memorial Prize
By the Numbers
Est. 2011- 16+
Years of Surgical Experience
- 4
Medcare Locations in UAE
- DHA · MOH
Licensed in Dubai & Sharjah
Female Surgeon for Patient Comfort & Care
With a strong foundation in surgical excellence and a commitment to patient well-being, Dr. Vanesha Varik offers personalized surgical care tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Her approach combines advanced surgical techniques with compassionate care, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of treatment in a comfortable and supportive environment.
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Surgical Services in Dubai, Sharjah & UAE
Dr. Vanesha Varik provides comprehensive surgical care at Medcare Hospital Dubai, serving patients across Dubai, Sharjah, and the UAE.
Hernia Surgery in Dubai
Laparoscopic & open hernia repair for inguinal, umbilical, and incisional hernias.
Appendix Surgery in Dubai
Emergency and elective laparoscopic appendectomy with fast recovery.
Minor Procedures in Dubai
Cyst removal, lipoma excision, abscess drainage, and biopsies.
Gallbladder Surgery in Dubai
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallstones and gallbladder disease.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Minimally invasive keyhole surgery for faster healing and less scarring.
Breast Surgery in Dubai
Breast lump removal, biopsy, and comprehensive breast surgical care.
Thyroid Surgery in Dubai
Total and partial thyroidectomy with nerve preservation techniques.
Proctology in Dubai
Treatment for hemorrhoids, fissures, and anorectal conditions.