Christiana Institute of Advanced Surgery - Minimally Invasive Surgery

Christiana Institute of Advanced Surgery - Minimally Invasive Surgery Our board-certified surgeons are dedicated to providing the most advanced & unsurpassed care in DE! Our board-certified surgeons, Dr. Isaias Irgau. Dr. Gail M.

Christiana Institute of Advanced Surgery (CHRIAS) is located in Delaware, specializing in robotic & laparoscopic weight loss surgery and colorectal surgery. Wynn, Dr. Michael B. Peters Jr., Dr. Rahul Singh, Dr. Sachin Vaid, Dr. George Ibrahim perform procedures throughout the state of Delaware at American Surgery Center, Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth, St. Francis Hospital and Delaware Surgery Center. At CHRIAS, Drs. Irgau, Wynn, Peters, Singh, and Ibrahim perform laparoscopic weight loss surgery using minimally invasive techniques. During a laparoscopic procedure, surgeons make several small incisions, approximately 5 mm to l.5 cm in size, rather than one large incision. Surgeons also use long, thin surgical instruments and insert a narrow video camera through one of the small incisions to view the operative site on a nearby video monitor. Laparoscopic approach to surgery results in minimal skin cutting, rapid healing, faster recovery, and less postoperative pain than the traditional surgery. However, it is still major surgery and requires general anesthesia. General surgery focuses on the abdominal area and includes appendix removal, hernias, gallbladder surgeries, stomach issues and intestinal issues. General surgeons are highly skilled and certified in this specialty. Christiana Institute of Advanced Surgery (CHRIAS) surgeons are some of the top professionals in the state of Delaware with years of extensive experience and board certifications in their specialty. When you choose CHRIAS for surgery, you’re choosing the best surgeons in Delaware. At CHRIAS, general surgery is usually performed laparoscopically or, most recently, robotically. Robotic surgery provides the surgeon with improved control over surgical instruments and more visibility over the surgical location. Benefits like smaller incision sites, faster patient recovery, shorter hospital stays, and reduced pain contributed to CHRIAS utilizing this advanced technology. Colorectal surgery focuses on treating disorders of the colon, rectum, and anus. General surgeons specializing in colorectal surgery, often referred to as colorectal surgeons or proctologists, complete a fellowship before becoming certified in their field. Board-certified general surgeon, Dr. Vaid, specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic colorectal surgery. His training included attendance at Maulana Azad Medical College in India and the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, before he completed his residency at York Hospital in York and a colorectal fellowship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, PA. General surgeons at CHRIAS are some of the top professionals in the state of Delaware and provide extensive experience treating colorectal issues.

10/07/2025

Meet our new CHRIAS surgeon Dr. Ellen Pekar !

Kemal Erkan has her on the most recent Bariatric Friday to talk about her journey and love for Bariatric Surgery!

Exciting News from CHRIAS! We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Ellen Pekar and Dr. Donovan Hui to the team starting September ...
08/06/2025

Exciting News from CHRIAS!

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Ellen Pekar and Dr. Donovan Hui to the team starting September 15, 2025!

Their expertise and passion will be a tremendous addition to our mission of delivering world-class care. Join us in giving them a warm CHRIAS welcome!

Want to be part of a team that changes lives? CHRIAS is hiring in Newark and Dover, DE!We’re looking for a Medical Offic...
06/26/2025

Want to be part of a team that changes lives? CHRIAS is hiring in Newark and Dover, DE!

We’re looking for a Medical Office Staff rockstar to join our weight loss surgery team.

Amazing benefits. Competitive pay. Real impact.

Apply today!
👉 https://www.umusa.net/opportunity/medical-ancillary.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2K2b9u-GusTune in as we break down what patients can really expect after bariatric surg...
06/24/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2K2b9u-Gus

Tune in as we break down what patients can really expect after bariatric surgery — from recovery timelines to long-term outcomes.

🩺 Real insights. Real stories. Real support.
🔴 Watch it LIVE on the Kemal Erkan YouTube Channel!



Kemal Erkan

Remember to tune in today at 3pm for Bariatric Friday with Kemal Erkan and Dr. Irgau! Click here to tune in
06/20/2025

Remember to tune in today at 3pm for Bariatric Friday with Kemal Erkan and Dr. Irgau! Click here to tune in

🔹 Welcome to Bariatric Friday, your go-to weekly series for expert-led conversations on surgical health. Hosted by Kemal Erkan and Dr. Michael Peters, this...

Missed it the first time? Don’t worry — today we're revisiting a powerful episode where Kemal sits down with Dr. Irgau t...
05/09/2025

Missed it the first time? Don’t worry — today we're revisiting a powerful episode where Kemal sits down with Dr. Irgau to discuss one of the most important topics after bariatric surgery: how to maintain weight loss for the long term. 💪🍎

Whether you're on your journey or supporting someone who is, this conversation is packed with practical tips, real talk, and the expert insight you need to stay on track.

📲 Rewatch now and take your next step with confidence!

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Christiana Institute of Advanced Surgery (CHRIAS) is located in Delaware, specializing in robotic & laparoscopic weight loss surgery and colorectal surgery. Our board-certified surgeons, Dr. Isaias Irgau. Dr. Gail M. Wynn, Dr. Michael B. Peters Jr., Dr. Rahul Singh, Dr. Sachin Vaid, Dr. George Ibrahim perform procedures throughout the state of Delaware at American Surgery Center, Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth, St. Francis Hospital and Delaware Surgery Center. At CHRIAS, Drs. Irgau, Wynn, Peters, Singh, and Ibrahim perform laparoscopic weight loss surgery using minimally invasive techniques. During a laparoscopic procedure, surgeons make several small incisions, approximately 5 mm to l.5 cm in size, rather than one large incision. Surgeons also use long, thin surgical instruments and insert a narrow video camera through one of the small incisions to view the operative site on a nearby video monitor. Laparoscopic approach to surgery results in minimal skin cutting, rapid healing, faster recovery, and less postoperative pain than the traditional surgery. However, it is still major surgery and requires general anesthesia. General surgery focuses on the abdominal area and includes appendix removal, hernias, gallbladder surgeries, stomach issues and intestinal issues. General surgeons are highly skilled and certified in this specialty. Christiana Institute of Advanced Surgery (CHRIAS) surgeons are some of the top professionals in the state of Delaware with years of extensive experience and board certifications in their specialty. When you choose CHRIAS for surgery, you’re choosing the best surgeons in Delaware. At CHRIAS, general surgery is usually performed laparoscopically or, most recently, robotically. Robotic surgery provides the surgeon with improved control over surgical instruments and more visibility over the surgical location. Benefits like smaller incision sites, faster patient recovery, shorter hospital stays, and reduced pain contributed to CHRIAS utilizing this advanced technology. Colorectal surgery focuses on treating disorders of the colon, re**um, and a**s. General surgeons specializing in colorectal surgery, often referred to as colorectal surgeons or proctologists, complete a fellowship before becoming certified in their field. Board-certified general surgeon, Dr. Vaid, specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic colorectal surgery. His training included attendance at Maulana Azad Medical College in India and the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, before he completed his residency at York Hospital in York and a colorectal fellowship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, PA. General surgeons at CHRIAS are some of the top professionals in the state of Delaware and provide extensive experience treating colorectal issues.