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Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy

, India, Chennai

Bariatric Surgeon • 48 years experience

Hindi English Telugu Tamil
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Prasanna Kumar Reddy, FRCS, 1979, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSE), U.K, is a Gastroenterologist based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 48 years of professional experience. Prasanna Kumar Reddy areas of expertise include Liver Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Jaundice.

Work Experiences

  • Registrar, Halifax Royal Infirmary and General Hospital alifax, West Yorkshire
  • Observer, Bolton Royal Infirmary, Bolton Lancashire, 1983
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Dr. Mahadevan B

, India, Chennai

Gastroenterologist • 21 years experience

English Tamil
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Mahadevan B, MD,, is a Gastroenterologist based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 21 years of professional experience. Mahadevan B areas of expertise include Crohn's Disease, Liver Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Celiac Disease, Pancreatitis.

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  • Assistant Professor - SRM Medical College and Research Institute
  • Consultant Gastroenterologist - Chettinad Superspeciality Hospital
  • Consultant Gastroenterologist -Dr Kamakshi Memorial Hospital
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Dr. Palaniappan S

, India, Chennai

Bariatric Surgeon • 20 years experience

Tamil English
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Palaniappan S, MBBS, is a Gastroenterologist based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Palaniappan S areas of expertise include Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Crohn's Disease, Bile Duct Cancer, Esophageal Varices, Pancreatitis.

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  • Sr Consultant at MIOT HOSPITAL, 2015 - 2015
  • Sr Consultant at GLOBAL HOSPITALS, 2008 - 2015
  • Sr Consultant at MADURAI MEENAKSHI MISSION HOSPITAL, 2004 - 2008
  • Sr Consultant at KMCH, 2001 - 2004
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Dr. Srinivas M

, India, Chennai

Bariatric Surgeon • 17 years experience

Kannada English
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Srinivas M, MBBS, is a Gastroenterologist based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 17 years of professional experience. Srinivas M areas of expertise include Gastrointestinal Cancer, Jaundice, Bile Duct Cancer, Pancreatitis, Celiac Disease.

Work Experiences

  • Physician & Gastroenterologist in Yorkshire, United Kingdom
  • Formerly Honorary Clinical Lecturer, University of Sheffield, UK
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Gastroenterologists in Chennai, India offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top Gastroenterologists available for online consultation in Chennai, India:

Who are the top Gastroenterologists from other cities?
Which are some of the best hospitals Gastroenterologists in Chennai, India are associated with?
Which are some of the procedures performed by Gastroenterologists in Chennai, India?

Most common procedures performed by gastroenterologists in Chennai are:

Which are some of the conditions treated by Gastroenterologist in Chennai, India?

Most common conditions performed by gastroenterologists in Chennai, India are:

  • Celiac Disease
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Jaundice
  • Ulcer
  • Pancreatitis
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
Who is a Gastroenterologist?

Gastroenterologists are doctors who are highly trained in diagnosing and treating problems in your gastrointestinal tract and liver. They also perform routine procedures such as colonoscopy, to look inside the colon. They have 5-6 years of specialized education and training after medical school.

An individual might consult a gastroenterologist for health concerns with their:

  • Esophagus
  • stomach
  • Rectum
  • Stomach
  • Small intestine
  • Colon
  • Pancreas
  • Liver
  • Gallbladder
  • Bile ducts

Gastroenterologists are generally trained in managing GI conditions. If a primary care physician has found an issue involving the GI tract, they will more likely recommend you visit a gastroenterologist for a more detailed evaluation of the issue. A gastroenterologist also performs endoscopic procedures, in which they use special instruments to see the GI tract and then make a diagnosis. They don’t do surgery, though in certain cases, they may work very closely with a GI surgeon. Gastroenterologists generally work in clinic or hospital settings.

What are the qualifications of a Gastroenterologist?

The steps to become a gastroenterologist include:

  • a five-and-a-half year-year MBBS degree
  • a postgraduate MD degree in gastroenterology
  • a 3-year training program, also called a residency, in internal medicine, which involves working with experienced gastroenterologists

After a student completes their residency, they must complete a 2- or 3-year fellowship to receive more specialized training in the field. This includes extensive training in endoscopy, a nonsurgical procedure doctors use to see the GI tract. Once the aspiring gastroenterologist has completed their training, they must clear a specialty certification exam for gastroenterologists.

What conditions do Gastroenterologists treat?

Gastroenterologists are trained to have knowledge of the normal movement of food through the intestine and stomach, the absorption of food, and the way waste is eliminated from the body. They can treat a wide variety of conditions, including:

  • Gastroesophageal reflux
  • Colitis
  • Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases
  • Colon polyps
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • Hepatitis
  • Peptic ulcers
  • Nutritional issues
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Pancreatitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Jaundice
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • Celiac Disease
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Liver Cancer
What diagnostic tests are required by a Gastroenterologist?

A Gastroenterologist can order the below-listed diagnostic tests to detect conditions related to the stomach:

  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
  • Pancreas Scan
  • Liver Scan
  • Barium Swallow
  • Barium Enema
  • Upper Gastrointestinal Series
  • Upper GI Endoscopy
  • Abdominal X-ray
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • CT Scan of the Abdomen
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Colonoscopy
  • PEG Tube Placement
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • CT Scan of the Liver and Biliary Tract
  • Virtual Colonoscopy
  • Colectomy
  • Proctectomy
  • CT Scan of the Pancreas
  • Laparoscopy
When should you visit a Gastroenterologist?

Your primary care doctor may refer you to a gastroenterologist if you show the following signs and symptoms:

  • Food coming back up after you swallow
  • Chronic or severe diarrhea
  • Swallowing
  • Heartburn
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Abdominal pain and bloating
  • Presence of gweight loss specialisttones
  • Excessive gas or belching
  • Esophageal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite or weight
  • Lethargy
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Pale-colored stools
  • Dark urine
  • Bowel movement urges that are hard to control
  • Diarrhea
What can you expect from your first visit with a Gastroenterologist?

A primary care doctor might refer you to a gastroenterologist for further evaluation of your condition. You may see the doctor in an outpatient clinic or hospital. The first appointment will take about 30 minutes to an hour to finish. During the first visit with the gastroenterologist, they may ask you about your family and personal health history, previous treatments, symptoms, and medications.

In order to make the most out of your first visit, make sure you bring all the necessary documents about your health history. Also, prepare questions you wish to ask the gastroenterologist and always remember to take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Gastroenterologist?
  • Endoscopic ultrasounds
  • Colonoscopy to detect colon cancer
  • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Liver biopsy
  • Capsule endoscopy
  • Double balloon enteroscopy
  • Polypectomy
  • Esophageal dilation

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