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Dr. Lakhan Roop is a highly experienced and qualified Consultant Pediatric Surgeon with extensive training and expertise in pediatric surgical care. He holds an MBBS and a fellowship in Pediatric Surgery (FRCS, Glasgow), as well as a Fellowship in the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Roop is committed to providing advanced and compassionate care to children, offering a wide range of surgical treatments for various pediatric conditions.
His expertise spans the management of congenital abnormalities, pediatric trauma, gastrointestinal disorders, hernias, undescended testicles, and more. He specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic) techniques, ensuring less pain and quicker recovery for his young patients. Dr. Roop also provides consultations and surgical interventions for conditions such as cleft lip and palate, pediatric urological and orthopedic surgeries, and surgeries related to endocrine and metabolic disorders among other conditions.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Roop contributes to the education of future medical professionals as an Associate Lecturer at the University of the West Indies (U.W.I.), where he shares his knowledge and expertise with medical students and residents.

Qualifications

MBBS, FRCS (Glasg), FACS

Research & Publications

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Services

Medical Conditions Treated:

Services

    General paediatric care, including the treatment of coughs, colds, asthma, eczema, aches, and developmental complaints.
    Consultations for a range of pediatric surgical conditions including, but not limited to:
    Inguinal Hernia
    Umbilical Hernia
    Hydrocele
    Undescended Testicle (Cryptorchidism)
    Circumcision
    Appendix Removal (Appendectomy)
    Intestinal Disorders
    Congenital Abnormalities
    Pediatric Trauma Surgery
    Gastrointestinal Disorders
    Pediatric Laparoscopic Surgery
    Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
    Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
    Pediatric Urological Surgery
    Surgery for Cleft Lip and Palate
    Thoracic Surgery in Children
    Pediatric Reconstructive Surgery
    Surgery for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
    Surgery for Esophageal Atresia
    Pediatric surgical care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents
    Consultation and follow-up care for post-surgical patients
    Expertise in pediatric minimal access (laparoscopic) surgery

    Key Treatments & Conditions:
    • Vaccinations • Neuro motor delays • Developmental milestones • Growth disorders • Malnutrition • Sore Throat • Skin Rashes • Stomach Ache • Urinary Tract Infections • Cough • Fever • Skin Health • Stomach Pain • Whooping Cough • Fracture (Bone fracture) in kids • Iron Deficiency Anemia • Neonatal Conjunctivitis • Typhoid • Chickenpox • Chikungunya Fever • Dengue Fever • Cold and Cough • Congenital anomalies • Birth Defects • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome • Cerebral Palsy • Cystic Fibrosis • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Behavioral Disorders in Kids • Pediatric Obesity • Hand, Foot And Mouth Disease • Rotavirus Infections • Measles • Ear Infection • Anemia • Stomach Pain • Rashes • Cold • Iron Deficiency Anemia • Stomach Ache • Whooping Cough • Hand, Foot And Mouth Disease • Urinary Tract Infections • Sore Throat

FAQ’s

You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Lakhan Roop via Medicas, where you have the option to book an instant consultation or schedule for a later date.

Dr. Lakhan Roop is based in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago, where he provides expert pediatric surgical care.

Dr. Roop holds an MBBS from the University of the West Indies, as well as Fellowships in Pediatric Surgery (FRCS, Glasgow) and the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Dr. Roop is fluent in English.

Dr. Roop treats a range of pediatric surgical conditions such as congenital abnormalities, hernias, gastrointestinal disorders, pediatric trauma, and conditions like cleft lip and palate.

With 29 years of experience in pediatric surgery, Dr. Roop provides comprehensive and compassionate care for a variety of pediatric conditions.

He specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgical techniques, which help reduce pain and promote faster recovery for children. He also offers consultations for pediatric endocrine and metabolic disorders.