Dr. Simon Bergman is a highly esteemed, board-certified General Surgeon specializing in advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery (laparoscopy). Based in Montreal, Quebec, Dr. Bergman combines high-volume surgical expertise with a distinguished academic career as an Associate Professor of Surgery at McGill University. Operating primarily out of the Jewish General Hospital (JGH), he is internationally recognized for his pioneering research in geriatric surgery, surgical frailty, and patient recovery. His approach focuses on using the least invasive techniques possible to ensure faster recovery times, less pain, and lower complication rates for his patients.

Clinical Focus & Expertise:

• Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery (Laparoscopy): Utilizing small incisions and camera-guided technology for faster recovery and minimal scarring.
• Hernia Repair: Laparoscopic and open repair of inguinal, umbilical, incisional, and complex abdominal wall hernias.
• Biliary Tract Surgery: Minimally invasive gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) and management of gallstone disease.
• Gastrointestinal Surgery: Surgical management of benign and malignant conditions of the stomach, intestines, and colon.
• Solid Organ Surgery: Laparoscopic splenectomy and adrenalectomy.
• Geriatric Surgical Care: Specialized protocols for optimizing outcomes and minimizing risks in older adults undergoing major surgery.

He is highly involved at McGill University, where he is an Associate Professor, Director of Undergraduate Surgical Education, and Chair of the Surgical Undergraduate Education Committee. He served as co-investigator in a study titled “Clinical and Cost-effectiveness of a Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment and Management for Canadian Elders with Cancer: the 5C study (2017-2021).

Dr. Bergman is a strong advocate for ERAS protocols, which use evidence-based nutrition, pain management, and early mobility strategies to help patients bounce back from surgery days faster than traditional methods.