About Dr Samir Contractor — Laparoscopic, Bariatric & Anorectal Surgeon, Vadodara

Surgical experience

Numbers that reflect 25 years of operating.

Surgical volume is one of the strongest predictors of patient outcomes. These are Dr Samir Contractor's procedure-specific figures — not aggregated estimates.

8,000+

Total Procedures

All surgical procedures performed across 25+ years of active practice at Sterling Hospitals, Vadodara.

5,000+

Laparoscopic Procedures

Keyhole surgery including gallbladder, hernia repair, appendectomy, GERD and abdominal wall surgery.

400+

Bariatric Procedures

Sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass and revisional bariatric surgery for obesity and metabolic disease.

1,500+

Anorectal Procedures

Laser piles surgery, LigaSure, stapler PPH, LIS, fistulectomy, LIFT procedure and pilonidal sinus excision.

Figures represent cumulative career volumes as of 2026. Individual procedure outcomes discussed during consultation.

Training & career

From Medical College Baroda to fellowship in Edinburgh.

A career built across three countries, two royal colleges, and a single-minded focus on minimally invasive surgery.

MCB

Foundation

MBBS & MS (General Surgery) — Medical College Baroda

Undergraduate and postgraduate surgical training at Medical College Baroda (now Baroda Medical College), Vadodara — one of Gujarat's oldest and most respected medical institutions. Graduated with a Master of Surgery in General Surgery.

Vadodara, Gujarat

MIS

Fellowship

Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery — Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi

Subspecialty training in minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgical techniques at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital — one of India's premier surgical training centres. This fellowship established the foundation of a career focused on keyhole surgery.

New Delhi, India

RCSE

International Fellowship

FRCS — Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh

Fellowship awarded by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) — one of the oldest surgical colleges in the world, founded in 1505. The FRCS is internationally recognised as a mark of surgical excellence and is held by fewer than 0.1% of practising surgeons in India.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

ACS

International Recognition

FACS — Fellow of the American College of Surgeons

Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), awarded to surgeons who meet high standards of education, training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical conduct. Membership in the ACS is a peer-validated recognition of surgical standards.

United States of America

Senior Consultant — Present

Senior Consultant, Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgery — Sterling Hospitals, Vadodara

Since 2000, Dr Samir Contractor has been practising as Senior Consultant at Sterling Hospitals, Vadodara — building a practice across three surgical pillars: laparoscopic abdominal surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery, and anorectal surgery. Over 8,000 procedures performed in 25+ years at the same institution.

Sterling Hospitals, Vadodara 25+ Years · Ongoing

PN1

Additional Certification

PN1 Certified Exercise & Nutrition Coach — Precision Nutrition

Certification in applied exercise science and nutrition coaching from Precision Nutrition — the world's largest nutrition coaching organisation. This qualification underpins the medically supervised weight loss program and post-bariatric dietary guidance offered to patients, with specific attention to Indian dietary patterns.

Precision Nutrition, Canada

Professional memberships

Active member of recognised surgical bodies across three countries.

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India

Indian Medical Association (IMA)

The largest national organisation of physicians in India, with over 300,000 members. Membership reflects active engagement with the Indian medical community and professional standards.

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India

Indian Assoc. of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons (IAGES)

National body for laparoscopic and endoscopic surgeons. Active membership supports continuing professional development in minimally invasive surgical techniques.

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India

Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)

One of the oldest surgical associations in India, representing general and specialist surgeons nationwide. Membership supports peer-reviewed surgical education and standards.

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India — Bariatric

Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)

The national body for bariatric and metabolic surgeons in India. Active membership ensures adherence to current national and international guidelines for obesity surgery.

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India — Anorectal

Anorectal Club and Research Society of India (ACRSI)

Dedicated national society for colorectal and anorectal surgeons. Membership reflects subspecialty commitment to advancing the surgical management of piles, fissure, fistula and related conditions.

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India — MIS

Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)

India's dedicated association for minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgeons. Active membership keeps practice aligned with the latest developments in keyhole surgical techniques.

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India — Hernia

Hernia Society of India (HSI)

National society focused on advancing hernia surgery education, research and patient care in India. Membership reflects dedicated expertise in laparoscopic and open hernia repair.

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International — Bariatric

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)

The leading international body for bariatric and metabolic surgery. IFSO membership connects Dr Samir Contractor to global standards, research and best-practice guidelines for obesity surgery.

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United Kingdom

Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Ongoing membership of one of the world's oldest surgical colleges (est. 1505). The FRCS fellowship is maintained through continuous professional development and adherence to college standards.

Surgical philosophy

Surgery is the last recommendation, not the first.

The decision to operate on another person is not one I take lightly. In 25 years of practice, one of the most important things I have learned is that the best operation is often the one not done. Many patients who come to me with concerns about piles, acidity, constipation or abdominal pain leave my clinic with a dietary plan and a follow-up appointment — not a surgical date.

When surgery is the right answer, I am committed to performing it with the least possible disruption to the patient's body and life. That is why I have devoted my career to minimally invasive techniques — smaller incisions, faster recovery, and the ability to return a patient to their family and workplace as quickly as possible.

I also believe strongly in transparency — in cost, in outcomes, and in what surgery can and cannot achieve. A patient who understands their condition and their options makes better decisions and recovers better. Every consultation I offer is a conversation, not a prescription.

The best operation is often the one not done. Surgery should be the considered answer to a clear question — not the default response to every complaint. Dr Samir Contractor
MS · FRCS (UK) · FMAS · FACS (USA)
Senior Consultant, Sterling Hospitals, Vadodara

Quick facts

Languages spoken English · Hindi · Gujarati

OPD hours Mon–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM · Sat 10 AM – 1 PM

Hospital Sterling Hospitals, Vadodara

Appointment (call) +91 98989 89797

WhatsApp +91 98245 93464

Areas of practice

Five areas where Dr Samir sees patients — from surgery to lifestyle medicine.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Gallbladder, appendix, inguinal & ventral hernia, GERD surgery. 5,000+ keyhole procedures.

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Anorectal Surgery

Laser piles, LigaSure, stapler PPH, anal fissure LIS, fistulectomy, LIFT, pilonidal sinus.

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Bariatric & Obesity Surgery

Sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass — 400+ bariatric procedures, metabolic disease management.

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Medically Supervised Weight Loss

Non-surgical weight management with PN1-certified nutrition coaching and Indian dietary guidance.

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Non-Surgical GI Consultation

Acidity, GERD, constipation, bloating, abdominal pain, fatty liver, IBS — surgery only when clinically indicated.

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Book a consultation

Meet Dr Samir at Sterling Hospital, Vadodara.

WhatsApp gets the fastest response. For appointment booking by phone, use the Sterling Hospital reception line during OPD hours. In-person consultations are available Monday to Saturday — weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings.

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Appointments — Sterling Hospital

+91 98989 89797

Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM IST

Clinic Address

Sterling Hospital, Opp. Inox Cinema
Race Course Circle (W), Vadodara – 390007

Mon–Fri 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

contact@drsamircontractor.com

For non-urgent enquiries and referrals