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Dr. Lovkesh Anand

Bariatric Surgeon

, Delhi, India

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Lovkesh Anand is one of the most skillful Gastroenterologist in New Delhi, India. The doctor holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Manipal Hospital, Dwarka.

Association and Memberships Dr. Lovkesh Anand is part of:

  • American Association for the study of Liver Disease (AASLD)
  • Indian society of Gastroenterology (ISG)
  • American College of Gastroenterology

Certifications :

  • Fellowship - Asian Pacific Association for the study of Liver (APASL)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM

Hospital Address :

Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Palam Vihar, Sector 6 Dwarka, Dwarka, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Lovkesh Anand

  • Gastroenterology, pancreas, biliary tract and liver-related problems management, Intensive care of liver failure and of acute GI bleeds, hepatic coma, liver cancer.
  • Endoscopic procedures , ERCP, percutaneous and transjugular liver biopsies, Transplant Hepatology, Liver regeneration, and Stem cell therapy.
  • He has participated in over 400 liver transplants and is particularly interested in pre- and post-transplant evaluation and care.
  • Gold medal in Preventive and social medicine, second highest marks in medicine in university, and Travel bursary and membership award at EASL, Barcelona, 2016.
  • Dr. Anand has delivered talks and has been published in various fora and has to his credit 400 liver transplants.
  • He is a member of APASL, AASLD, ISG, ACG, and lNASL has completed an observership in translational hepatology at Virginia Commonwealth University.
  • Fellowship in liver regeneration and transplantation at the MRM Centre for Regenerative Medicine at the University of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom.
Dr. Mahadevan B

Gastroenterologist

, Chennai, India

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Tamil

 


Dr Mahadevan B is one of the foremost Gastroenterologist in Chennai, India. The clinician holds over 19 years of experience and is associated with Global Health City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mahadevan B is part of:

  • Indian Society of Gastroenterology
  • Society of Gastointestinal Endoscopy (SGEI)
  • Tamilnadu Medical Council
  • Tamil Nadu Medical Council

Certifications :

  • Training- ERCP and therapeutic endoscopy along with EUS.

Qualifications :

  • MD,
  • DM
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Global Health City, Perumbakkam, Sholinganallur Main Road, Cheran Nagar, Medavakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Mahadevan B

  • Interventional Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with expertise in therapeutic interventional endoscopic procedures, polypectomy, luminal stent placement, etc.
  • Specialises in common GI disorders such as dyspepsia, GERD, IBS (Irritable Bowel syndrome), IBD and liver disorders.
  • His past experience includes working as Assistant Professor - SRM MC and RI, Consultant Gastroenterologist - CSH, and Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital.
  • He has done Training- ERCP and therapeutic endoscopy along with EUS.
  • He is well qualified with an MD - Pediatrics, DM - Gastroenterology, and MBBS.
  • Dr. Mahadevan is a member of Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Society of Gastointestinal Endoscopy (SGEI), and Tamilnadu Medical Council.
  • He is credited with publication of research papers as Tuberculin reactivity in tuberculous meningitis and Antimicrobial Selection in Childhood infection etc.
Dr. Ram Chandra Soni

Bariatric Surgeon

, Faridabad, India

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Ram Chandra Soni is one of the most skillful Gastroenterologist in Faridabad, India. The medical specialist holds over 22 years of experience and is associated with Asian Institute of Medical Sciences.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ram Chandra Soni is part of:

  • Indian Society for Gastroenterology (ISG)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD (Medicine)
  • DM(Gastroenterology)

Hospital Address :

Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Sector 21A, Faridabad, Haryana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Ram Chandra Soni

  • Medical expertise of Dr. Soni is in treatment of conditions of gastrointestinal tract and liver.
  • Diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopic procedures like GI Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Enteroscopy, ERCP, Fibro scan, and Single Balloon Enteroscopy.
  • Dr. Ram Chandra Soni is a Member, Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India, and Member, Association of Physicians of India.
  • His work experience includes with Sarvodaya Hospital from 2010 to 2016 and as Senior Consultant & HOD in Gastroenterology at Asian Institute of Medical Science.
  • He is well qualified with an MBBS, MD (Medicine), and DM (Gastroenterology).
  • He has over 15 years of expertise in gastroenterology and has over 100000 Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP, SBE, and Endoscopic Ultrasounds to his credit.

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Dr. Kunal Das

Bariatric Surgeon

, Delhi, India

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Kunal Das is one of the most skillful Gastroenterologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 18 years of experience and is associated with Manipal Hospital, Dwarka.

Association and Memberships Dr. Kunal Das is part of:

  • Society of GI Endoscopy of India
  • Association of Physicians of India ( API)
  • American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
  • Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)
  • Indian Federation of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (IFUMB)

Certifications :

  • Fellowship - Japanese Society for Ultrasonics in Medicine - 2007

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM

Hospital Address :

Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Palam Vihar, Sector 6 Dwarka, Dwarka, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Kunal Das

  • Expertise in treatments such as Chronic Liver Disease, Piles Surgery, Steatosis, Gastroenteritis Treatment, Acute Pancreatitis Treatment and many more.
  • He is well versed with both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies including ERCP and management of all complex cases of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
  • Trained in EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound), Kinki University, Japan and was recently awarded FRCP (Gastroenterology) from Royal College of Physicians - Edinburgh.
  • Faculty in the only NBE recognised training centre for DNB (Gastroenterology) in the state of U.P. (Max Vaishali) and and also Governing council member of SGEI.
  • Governing Council Member of Society of GI Endoscopy of India, Vice Chairperson of Association of Physicians of India (API) - Noida Branch, ACG, ISG, and IFUMB.
  • National and international awards: nominated Fellow of the RCP (Edinburg), 2017, Fellowship of “Japanese Society for Ultrasonics in Medicine”, 2007.
  • He has more than 40 publications in national and international high impact factor journals and has also written several book chapters.
Dr. Palaniappan S

Bariatric Surgeon

, Chennai, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Tamil , English

 


Dr Palaniappan S is one of the foremost Gastroenterologist in Chennai, India. The doctor holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with The Madras Institute of Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Association and Memberships Dr. Palaniappan S is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Indian Society of Gastroenterology

Certifications :

  • Fellowship - Endotherapy under Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr. T. S. Chandrasekhar, Coimbatore
  • DM(Gastroenterology) - 2000

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

MIOT International, Mount Poonamallee Road, Sathya Nagar, Manapakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dr. Sharat Varma

Hepatologist

, Delhi, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Sharat Varma is a specialized Liver Transplant Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sharat Varma is part of:

  • AASLD
  • ESPGHAN
  • EAS

Qualifications :

  • PhD in transplant immunology and genetic liver diseases from Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
  • Fellow and Board certification in transplant hepatology medicine from European board of transplant medicine and surgery, Europe
  • Fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology from Clinique’s universitaires Saint Luc, Belgium, Europe
  • Post-doctoral fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology from Indian Academy of Paediatrics
  • Diplomete National Board in Paediatrics from National Board of Examinations
  • M.B.B.S. from L.L.R.M Medic

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, I.P.Extension, Patparganj, Delhi, India

Dr. Rohan Badave

Bariatric Surgeon

, Panjim, India

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Rohan Badave is one of the foremost Gastroenterologist in Panjim, India. The doctor holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Manipal Hospitals Goa, Dona Paula.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rohan Badave is part of:

  • Indian Soceity of Gastroenterology
  • Indian Soceity of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India
  • Geriatric Society Of India

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Manipal Hospital, Panjim, Goa, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Rohan Badave

  • Diagnostics and therapeutic endoscopies, Liver diseases, IBD, Intestinal, Oesophageal, stomach disorders, Hepatitis B & C, Peptic ulcer, Biliary tract, and Pancreatic disorders.
  • Member of Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Member Of Indian Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India, and Geriatric Society of India.
  • He is credited with publication of research papers in many scientific journals, his paper received the best abstract award,
  • On World Liver Day, Dr. Rohan Badave and his team launched an awareness campaign about liver health.
  • Consultant Gastroenterologist and hepatologist - Manipal Hospital Goa, Senior Resident- Kasturba Medical college, and Assistant professor - BJ Medical College
Dr. Sharad Malhotra

Bariatric Surgeon

, Delhi, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Sharad Malhotra is one of the best Gastroenterologist in New Delhi, India. The medical specialist holds over 13 years of experience and is associated with Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sharad Malhotra is part of:

  • The Association of Physicians of India - API
  • The Indian Society of Gastroenterology - ISG
  • Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India - SGEI
  • Indian National Asssociation for the Study of the Liver - INASL

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in HIV Medicine

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Sector 3, Dwarka, New Delhi, Delhi 110075, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Sharad Malhotra

  • Medical expertise of Dr. Malhotra in Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Therapeutic Endoscopy.
  • Conditions treated by the specialist are Bile Duct Cancer, Celiac Disease, Liver Cancer, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Jaundice, and Pancreatic Cancer etc.
  • Gastroenterologist with MBBS, GMC, Thanjavur, TN, DNB (General Medicine), HFH, ND, Fellowship in HIV Medicine and DNB Gastroenterology, BHMRC, ND.
  • Publications, ‘Pleural Cryptococcosis in AIDS’ in Respiratory Medicine Extra, ‘Overlap Syndromes: An Emerging Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge’ in SJG.
  • Dr. H Khosla Award, Most Outstanding Doctor, Holy Family Hospital, ND, Best Fellow Award, Fellowship in HIV Medicine, and Dr. S K Sama National Gold Medal, DNB.
  • Member the API, the ISG, Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India - SGEI, and INASL.
Dr. Rajesh Puri

Bariatric Surgeon

, Gurgaon, India

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Rajesh Puri is one of the top Gastroenterologist in Gurugram, India. The doctor holds over 27 years of experience and is associated with Medanta - The Medicity.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rajesh Puri is part of:

  • He is a member of the Asian EUS Group and Governing Council of SGEI.

Qualifications :

  • DNB, 2001, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
  • MD, 1997, SNM College Jodhpur, Univ. of Rajasthan
  • MBBS, 1993, SNM College Jodhpur, Univ of Rajasthan

Hospital Address :

Medanta The Medicity, Medicity, Islampur Colony, Sector 38, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Shivaram H V

Bariatric Surgeon

, Bangalore, India

41 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Shivaram H V is one of the leading Surgical Gastroenterologist & Bariatric Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The medical specialist holds over 27 years of experience and is associated with Aster CMI Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Shivaram H V is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
  • Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
  • International Hepato-Pancreato Biliary Association (IHPBA)

Certifications :

  • FICS - Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, 1997
  • FRCS - General Surgery (Upper GI) - Royal Colleges Of Physicians, London, UK, 2014

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Aster CMI Hospital, Hebbal Bangalore, National Highway 44, Sahakar Nagar, Hebbal, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Shivaram H V

  • Medical expertise in Laparoscopic surgery, pancreatic surgery, GI surgery and bariatric/ metabolic surgery.
  • Conditions treated by him are Bile Duct Cancer, Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Celiac Disease, Liver Cancer, and Esophageal Varices etc.
  • He is a member of many national and international professional bodies and past president of the city chapter of association of surgery India.
  • Dr. Shivaram is one of the country's top GI and bariatric surgeons, with numerous groundbreaking studies and publications to his name.
  • He has numerous awards to his name, in addition to being a University Gold Medalist in masters of surgery examinations.
  • He served in the Army Medical Corps and received training from prestigious institutes in India, as well as the UK, the USA, and Germany.
  • He is a post-graduate examiner and a National Board-certified teacher and also serves as an international MRCS examiner.
Dr. Manish Kak

Gastroenterologist

, Ghaziabad, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr.Manish Kak is a specialized Weight Loss Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 27 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.
Dr. Col.Manjit Singh Paul

Bariatric Surgeon

, Delhi, India

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr.Col.Manjit Singh Paul is a specialized Weight Loss Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 32 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.
Dr. Nirmal Kumar

Bariatric Surgeon

, Delhi, India

48 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Nirmal Kumar is one of the most sought after Gastroenterologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 37 years of experience and is associated with Venkateshwar Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nirmal Kumar is part of:

  • Indian Society of Gastroenterology
  • FIMSA
  • Association of GI Endoscopsy

Certifications :

  • WHO Fellowship in Gastroenterology and Fellow of International Medical Science Academy.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD (Internal Medicine)
  • DM (Gastroenterology)

Hospital Address :

Venkateshwar Hospital, Sector 18, Sector 18A, Dwarka, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Nirmal Kumar

  • Conditions treated by Dr. Kumar are Esophageal Varices, Bile Duct Cancer, Jaundice, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, and GI Bleeding etc.
  • Dr. (Prof) Nirmal Kumar is a Gastroenterology and Hepatology specialist MD - Medicine, DM - Gastroenterology, and MBBS.
  • He was a Professor of Gastroenterology at New Delhi's reputed GB Pant Hospital, and has been Ex Professor Emeritus at St Stephen's Hospital.
  • He is the former Director of Sri Action Balaji Medical Institute in Paschim Vihar, New Delhi, and now runs his own clinic.
  • Dr. Nirmal Kumar has a total experience of 46 years of experience of which 36 years have been as a specialist.
  • President of the SGIEI and VP of ISG, and has WHO Fellowship in Gastroenterology and Fellow of International Medical Science Academy.
Dr. Ajay Kumar

Bariatric Surgeon

, Delhi, India

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Ajay Kumar is one of the best Gastroenterologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 34 years of experience and is associated with BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ajay Kumar is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD (Medicine)
  • DM (Gastroenterology)
  • MAMS and FRCP (Glasgow)
  • Fellowship Therapeutic endoscopy at University Hospital, Hamburg

Hospital Address :

BLK Super Speciality Hospital, Prasad Nagar, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Srinivas M

Bariatric Surgeon

, Chennai, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Srinivas M is one of the top Gastroenterologist in Chennai, India. The medical practitioner holds over 28 years of experience and is associated with Global Health City.

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About Gastroenterologists

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that addresses the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the diseases and disorders of the digestive system or the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the doctor specialized in Gastroenterology is called a Gastroenterologist.

Gastroenterologists perform endoscopic procedures by using specialized instruments to view and examine the GI tract and make a diagnosis. Although they don’t perform surgery, they work very closely with the GI surgeon.

Your physician will as you to visit a Gastroenterologist if he observes any risk or disorder in your digestive system, some of the most common ones being:

  • Abdominal pain and discomfort
  • Stomach upset, nausea, vomiting
  • Ulcers
  • Bleeding in the digestive tract
  • Inflammation in the digestive tract (e.g., gastritis)
  • Cancer in the stomach [gastric], pancreas, liver, rectum etc.
  • Constipation and diarrhea
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Liver disease (e.g., hepatitis, jaundice)
  • Malabsorption disorders (e.g., celiac disease, lactose intolerance)
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hiatal hernias
  • Heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Diverticular disease and other diseases related to the colon
  • Unexplained weight loss

Procedures Performed

Gastroenterologists perform a range of nonsurgical procedures that help in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of the gastrointestinal tract or digestive system, below are some of the major ones:

  • Endoscopic ultrasounds
  • Colonoscopy to detect colon cancer or colon polyps
  • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Liver biopsy to assess inflammation and fibrosis
  • Capsule endoscopy
  • Double balloon enteroscopy

Top Gastroenterologists in India

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Rashmi PyasiFortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
Dr. Ajay KumarBLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Neelam MohanMedanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
Dr. Aashish ShahFortis Hospital, Bengaluru
Dr. Srinivas MGlobal Health City, Chennai
Dr. Prasanna Kumar ReddyApollo Hospital, Chennai
Dr. Ram Chandra SoniAsian Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad
Dr. Rohan BadaveManipal Hospitals Goa, Dona Paula, Panjim

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Which are some of the procedures performed by Gastroenterologists in India?

Most common procedures performed by gastroenterologists in India are:

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

Most common conditions performed by gastroenterologists in 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
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  • 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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