St Vincents Private Hospitals

Biography

Dr. Mohammed Khaleel, is an Australian-trained General Surgeon with broad general surgery experience and a strong focus on ongoing advances in minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopic and robotic surgery). With a passion for innovation, he completed a Master's degree in Minimally Invasive Surgery, covering advanced laparoscopic procedures and robotically assisted techniques.

Dr Khaleel's practice is centered on three core areas:
Gallbladder disease surgery: gallbladder stones, bile duct stones, and gallbladder polyps
Hernia repair surgery: laparoscopic, robotic, and open hernia repair approaches
Diagnostic endoscopy: gastroscopy and colonscopy

Dr Khaleel also provides a wide range of general surgical services to meet community needs and welcomes referrals for:
Acute general surgery (e.g. appendicitis, bowel obstruction, cholecystitis)
Small bowel pathology
Anorectal conditions
Hand surgery (carpal tunnel release, ganglion surgery)
Subcutaneous lesions (lipomas and cysts)

Dr Khaleel completed surgical training through the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) via Western Health, followed by three advanced fellowships:
Ballarat Base Hospital (upper gastrointestinal surgery focus)
The Alfred (Hepato-Pancreato-Bikiary HPB Fellowship)
Austin Hospital (HPB and Liver Transplant Unit Fellowship)
These roles supported advanced skills in complex gallbladder and bile duct surgery, including laparoscopi trans-cystic bile duct stones performed during cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal).

In 2022, Dr Khaleel completed a Master's degree in Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Adelaide, reinforcing his commitment to innovation and high-quality patient care. He was also awarded the Rural Surgery Fellowship for Provincial Surgeons Grant by RACS.

Dr Khaleel is commited to improving surgical outcomes through techniques designed to reduce complications, lower infection risk, shorten hospital stay, and support faster recovery. His experience across tertiary, regional, and rural health settings (including South Australia) has broadened his clinical expertise and strengthened his ability to deliver safe, high-quality surgical care across diverse healthcare environments.