First Maldivian consultant sub-specialist in colorectal surgery joins IGMH

Dr. Hammad Adam, the first Maldivian consultant sub-specialist in colorectal surgery, has joined Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH).

In a social media post on Thursday night, IGMH described Dr. Hammad’s return to its medical team as a significant milestone in the hospital’s journey towards providing exceptional healthcare.

Colorectal surgery is a specialized field that focuses on surgical treatment involving the intestines, liver, and pancreas, as well as conditions affecting the lower digestive tract. The field encompasses the treatment of colorectal cancer, liver diseases, and a range of complex gastrointestinal conditions.

According to IGMH’s Department of Surgery, the hospital currently performs colorectal and hepatobiliary procedures under its Surgical Gastroenterology sub-division.

We are proud to welcome back Dr. Hammad Adam, the first Maldivian Consultant Sub Specialist in Colorectal Surgery, to our team. His return marks a significant milestone in our journey towards providing exceptional healthcare. pic.twitter.com/yRE1RQeeZB

— IGMH (@igmhmv) August 13, 2026

IGMH emphasized that the presence of a Maldivian specialist in this field will reduce the need for patients to travel overseas for treatment. In particular, the development is expected to expand access to treatment within the Maldives for conditions such as colorectal cancer.

The number of Maldivian doctors specializing in fields that were previously unavailable in the country continues to increase. Ibrahim Abdul Razzaq Haleem, CEO of the Male' City Group of Hospitals, recently stated that 16 Maldivian doctors have joined Dharumavantha Hospital and IGMH this year after completing specialized training. They include specialists and sub-specialists in fields that are entirely new to the Maldives.

According to Haleem, the doctors who joined this year include specialists in areas such as neuro-interventional radiology and pediatric dentistry.

Furthermore, IGMH has recently begun preparations to introduce robotic surgery services. The Ministry of Health has noted that these developments, together with the growing availability of specialized local expertise, will help reduce national expenditure on overseas medical referrals for major surgical procedures.