Abu Dhabi · DOH Licensed · FACS
Gallbladder Surgeon in Abu Dhabi
Gallstones · Gallbladder Pain · Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Ultrasound showing gallstones? Pain after meals or repeated biliary colic? Dr Rajarshi Mitra provides specialist assessment, insurance pre-authorisation guidance, and laparoscopic gallbladder surgery planning in Abu Dhabi. Many patients go home within 24 hours when medically appropriate.
Gallstones on ultrasound? Pain after meals?
- DOH-licensed gallbladder surgeon in Abu Dhabi
- 2,000+ laparoscopic gallbladder surgeries
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy planning
- Insurance pre-authorisation guidance
- FACS
- FICS (USA)
- FIAGES
- Dip.Lap — IRCAD Strasbourg
- Dip. Hernia (APHS)
- 20+ Years surgical experience
- 2,000+ Laparoscopic cholecystectomies
- 4,500+ Laparoscopic surgeries
- 700+ Five-star Google reviews ↗
When should you consult a gallbladder surgeon?
Consider a specialist assessment if you have any of the following:
- Pain in the right upper abdomen, especially after meals
- Nausea, bloating or indigestion with fatty foods
- Gallstones found on ultrasound or imaging
- Repeated biliary colic or gallbladder attacks
- Inflamed gallbladder / suspected cholecystitis
- Questions about surgery, insurance approval, or recovery
These symptoms can have several causes — a medical assessment and an ultrasound scan are needed for diagnosis.
Severe persistent pain, fever, jaundice or repeated vomiting needs urgent medical attention. In an emergency, call 998.
Gallbladder conditions we treat
A dedicated gallbladder practice — from first symptoms and diagnosis to laparoscopic surgery and recovery.
Gallstones
Cholesterol or pigment stones in the gallbladder — the most common reason patients are referred for gallbladder surgery.
Biliary Colic / Gallbladder Pain
Episodes of right upper abdominal pain, often after fatty meals, caused by a stone temporarily blocking the gallbladder outlet.
Acute Cholecystitis
Inflammation of the gallbladder, usually from a blocked duct. It can need urgent hospital treatment and early surgical review.
Gallbladder Sludge
Thickened bile that can cause symptoms in some patients or progress to stones. Assessed with ultrasound and clinical review.
Gallbladder Polyps
Growths on the gallbladder wall. Most are benign; size and appearance decide whether monitoring or surgery is discussed.
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Keyhole removal of the gallbladder — the standard operation for symptomatic gallstones when surgery is advised.
Recovery After Gallbladder Surgery
Structured guidance on diet, activity, and returning to desk work or physical labour after gallbladder removal.
Insurance & Pre-Authorisation
Help preparing Daman, Thiqa, MedNet and Nextcare pre-authorisation requests before planned gallbladder surgery.
About Dr Rajarshi Mitra
Dr Rajarshi Mitra is a DOH-licensed Specialist Laparoscopic Surgeon at NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi, with over 20 years of surgical experience. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and his practice focuses on gallstones, gallbladder pain and laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
- MBBS
- MS (General Surgery)
- FIAGES
- FICS (USA)
- FACS
- Dip.Lap — IRCAD Strasbourg
- Dip. Hernia (APHS)
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy — keyhole gallbladder removal
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy removes the gallbladder through small incisions using a camera and precision instruments. It uses small incisions and is commonly associated with faster recovery than open surgery, depending on the patient’s condition.
- Small incisions — typically a few keyhole ports rather than one large cut
- Camera guidance — the surgeon operates with a magnified view on a monitor
- When it may be advised — symptomatic gallstones, repeated biliary colic, cholecystitis, and selected polyp or sludge cases after assessment
- Discharge — usually within 24 hours when medically appropriate
Whether laparoscopic surgery is suitable — and when — is decided after an individual medical assessment with Dr Mitra.
Learn about the surgery journey →Insurance & pre-authorisation guidance
The clinic team helps prepare pre-authorisation requests for planned gallbladder surgery. Coverage and approvals depend on your insurance policy and pre-authorisation decision.
Insurance networks we work with · Coverage depends on your policy
Daman
Basic & Enhanced
✓ Accepted
Thiqa
Emirati patients
✓ Accepted
Mednet
UAE network
✓ Accepted
Nextcare
UAE network
✓ Accepted
Self-Pay
Transparent pricing
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Coverage is indicative only. Always confirm with your insurer before scheduling surgery. Pre-authorisation is required for all insured patients.
700+ five-star Google reviews
Patients across Abu Dhabi share their experience with Dr Mitra on Google. Read their reviews directly on his Google Business Profile.
Gallbladder surgery in Abu Dhabi — common questions
What symptoms suggest gallbladder stones?
Common symptoms include pain in the right upper abdomen — especially after fatty meals — along with nausea, bloating or indigestion. Some people have gallstones without any symptoms. An ultrasound scan and a medical assessment are needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Do all gallstones need surgery?
No. Gallstones that cause no symptoms are often simply monitored. Surgery is usually discussed when stones cause repeated pain, inflammation or other complications. Whether surgery is appropriate is decided after an individual medical assessment.
What is laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is keyhole surgery to remove the gallbladder through small incisions, using a camera and precision instruments. It is commonly associated with faster recovery than open surgery, depending on the patient’s condition.
How long do patients stay in hospital after gallbladder surgery?
Many patients go home within 24 hours when medically appropriate. The actual length of stay depends on medical fitness, recovery from anaesthesia, the individual condition, and the surgical team’s assessment.
Can insurance cover gallbladder surgery in Abu Dhabi?
Many UAE insurance plans — including Daman, Thiqa, MedNet and Nextcare networks — include laparoscopic cholecystectomy when it is medically indicated. Coverage and approvals depend on your insurance policy and the pre-authorisation decision, so always confirm with your insurer.
When should gallbladder pain be treated urgently?
Seek urgent medical attention for severe or persistent abdominal pain, fever or chills, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), or repeated vomiting. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998.
Last medically reviewed by Dr Rajarshi Mitra — July 2026
Discuss your gallbladder symptoms with Dr Mitra
Specialist assessment, insurance pre-authorisation guidance and surgery planning — NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi.