Best Doctors for Crohn's Disease in India

• Dr. Pratap Behera is a highly skilled and knowledgeable Gastroenterologist in Bhubaneswar.
• He has been practicing for the past 12 years, and his specialization includes gastroenterology, endoscopy, and hepatology.
• He pursued his MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine from SCB Medical College, Cuttak. After that, he did DM in Gastroenterology and Hepatology from the Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.
• He is an expert in various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as ERCP, EUS, etc. 
• He also provides services such as treatment of colon ulcers, small bowel diseases, hepatobiliary disease, liver problem and jaundice, endoscopic ultrasound, cancer detection in the stomach, heartburn, and interventional endoscopy.
• Dr. Pratap Behera is an active member of the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India, the Indian National Association for Study of Liver, and the Indian Society of Gastroenterology.
• He has also published many papers and articles in National and International publications.

• Currently associated as Director & HOD with Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh
• 44 years experience in gastroenterology & hepatology with 11 years experience at prestigious hospitals in UK and as consultant gastroenterologist & hepatologist in india since, 1991
• Interests are alcoholic & non-alcoholic liver diseases and gut pain, abdominal gas, diarrhoea, constipation, gall bladder & pancreatic conditions
• Expertise in Gastroenterology, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology-Hepatology and Chronic liver diseaese
• Published more than 65 academic/scientific papers to his credit including editorials and abstracts, in national / international journals
• Recipient of excellence awards in gastroenterology from reputed organisations such as Delhi medical association, IJCP and API among others
• Bestowed with the outstanding reviewer award from the journal of association of physicians of India for reviewing gastroenterology and hepatology papers
• President of Association of physicians of India (API)-2015-16

• Dr. Rinkesh Kumar Bansal is a renowned Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist having experience of 18 years.
• He possesses expertise in Transplant Hepatology Endoscopic Ultra sound (EUS) and Endoscopy.
• He is the recipient of several awards for paper presentation at numerous Conferences.
• His research paper titled as “Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration of Enlarged Adrenals in patients with Pyrexia of unknown origin: A Single Center Experience” has been selected for Presidential Poster presentation at ISGCON 2017 in Bhubaneswar.
• The paper titled as “Comparison of Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration by Capillary Action, Suction and No Suction Methods: A Randomized Blinded Study” has been selected for best Abstract Award at Endo 2017 in Hyderabad.
• Another paper with title “Is Treatment of Hepatic Dystrophy with Bisphosphonate Possible” was selected for International Travel Award at International Disease Digestive Week, 2015 in Hongkong.
• He also got Second Award for Oral Presentation in 2014.
• He received National Travel Award at The Indian National Association of Liver Diseases, 2013.
• Dr. Bansal is a member of various prestigious associations .such as American Association of Gastroenterology (ASGE), Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG) and Indian National Association for study of Liver (INASL).
• The doctor has published around 50 Articles in different National and International Journals.
• He has graduated with MBBS from Guwahati Medical College in 2005. He then pursued MD in General Medicine in Sawai Mansingh Medical College, Jaipur, in 2011. He completed DNB from Sir Ganga Ram College, New Delhi, in 2014 and this was followed by the Fellowship in Interventional EUS from Kitasato University Hospital, Kanagawa, Japan in 2017.

• Dr. Samit Jain is a well-known Medical Gastroenterologist with 15+ years of experience.
• He has a Membership of the Maharastra Medical Council, and Indian Medical Association.
• He completed his MBBS from MUHS Nashik in 2005, MD - General Medicine from Gujarat University, India in 2010, and DM - Gastroenterology from MUHS Nashik in 2014.
• He has received various awards such as Winner of West Zone Torrent Young Scholar Awards (TYSA), Mumbai, 2014, First Prize in Scientific Paper Presentation from TN Medical College, Mumbai 2013, First Place in College. Final Year MBBS, 2004, and many more.
• He specializes in areas such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Treatment, Peptic/Gastric Ulcer Treatment, Liver Disease Treatment, Bladder Cancer Surgery, and Acidity Treatment.
• Dr. Jain had also written numerous clinically-researched articles in national and international journals.

• Dr. Suryaprakash Bhandari is a Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with 15+ experience.
• His expertise lies in Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP, Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic disorder, Chronic Liver Disease, Gastritis Treatment, Constipation Treatment, Vomit blood, Liver Disease Treatment, Abdominoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Endosurgery, Diarrhea, Advanced gastrointestinal endoscopy,  Resection of large colonic polyps, EMR, ESD, POEM, and Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Dr. Suryaprakash is a member of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Indian College of Endoscopy, Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India, Maharashtra Medical Council. He has worked in some of the premier institutes like Fortis hospitals, MGM hospital, Godrej hospital, and Joy hospital.
• He has completed his graduation from the prestigious Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai followed by MS from the well known Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Sion, Mumbai. Later, Later he did his fellowship in Gastroenterology and Advanced Therapeutic Gl Endoscopy and Endosonography (EUS) from SoonChun Hyang University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea.

• Dr. Naresh Shanmugam is a renowned Paediatric Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist, based in Chennai having an experience of 17+ years.
• His expertise lies in Pre & Post-transplant intensive care management, Acute Liver Failure, Liver based metabolic disorders, intestinal Rehabilitation, Paediatric Gastroenterology, Paediatric Hepatology, etc and is a member of the Tamil Nadu Medical Council, India. 
• Dr. Naresh completed his MBBS from the reputed Stanley Medical College, followed by DCH (Diploma in Child Health) and DNB (Diplomate In National Board, Paediatrics) from the well known Madras Medical College & Research Institute.
• Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about  Liver based metabolic disorders.

• Dr. DVL Narayan Rao is a surgical gastroenterologist with 23+ years of experience.
• His clinical interest lies in Intestine Surgery, Liver Surgery, Abdominal Surgery, Colorectal Surgeries and Endoscopy.
• He completed MBBS from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), Tamil Nadu, MS in General Surgery from Madras Medical College, Chennai and MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
• Dr. Rao is a member of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES).
• He has many publications under his name in both national and international journals.
• He has been invited as a guest lecturer and speaker at several national conferences.

• Dr. Jayant Sharma is an eminent Indian Gastroenterologist with extensive experience of more than 20 years.
• He has a special interest in research on HBeAg Negative Chronic Hepatitis B.and Hepotology.
• He has a professional membership with the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, and Indian Society of Gastroenterology.
• Dr. Jayant has expertise in the treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Liver Disease, Gastritis, Pancreas transplantation, Steatosis, Wilson's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, etc.
• He has scientific research publications in peer-reviewed international and national journals.

Dr. Dinesh Ramaswamy is a renowned Surgical Gastroenterologist specialising in GI oncosurgery and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery. With over 15 years of dedicated experience, he stands at the forefront of surgical innovation, providing expert, life-saving interventions and offering renewed hope to patients with complex gastrointestinal cancers and challenging abdominal conditions.

Why Choose Dr. Ramaswamy?

• Specialised Expertise in GI Oncosurgery & Complex GI Surgery: With over 15 years of focused experience in this specialty, Dr. Ramaswamy brings extensive experience to the surgical management of GI cancers, complex colorectal diseases, and hepatobiliary and pancreatic conditions.
• Pioneer in Advanced Laparoscopic & Minimal Access Surgery: He is an expert in advanced minimally invasive techniques, performing complex procedures such as laparoscopic colectomy, splenectomy, hernia repairs, and bariatric surgeries.
• Comprehensive Surgical & Diagnostic Care: Dr. Ramaswamy possesses a comprehensive understanding of the full spectrum of gastrointestinal diseases. His proficiency in endoscopy and stoma care ensures every patient receives a meticulous and holistic treatment plan.
• Academics: He completed his MS in General Surgery from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, and earned his super-speciality M.Ch in Surgical Gastroenterology from the GB Pant Hospital & MAMC, New Delhi.

• Dr. M. Asha Subba Lakshmi is a popular Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist who has been a part of the Liver Transplant programme.
• She has tremendous experience of 26 Years and performed more than 2 Lakh diagnostic & therapeutic procedures like ERCP including Biliary& Pancreatic Endotherapy, EUS and Bariatric Balloon Placements.
• She has treated more than 25,000 cases of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and has special interest in GI problems in women and endoscopic ultrasound.
• Received Times of INDIA award for professional excellence in the category ‘Legend in Gastroenterology’ (2017).
• Patients Best Doctor Award in 2017 by Continental Hospital, Gachibowli was given to Dr. M. Asha Subba Lakshmi.
• She was also bestowed Sujana Award for Professional Excellence in the field of Medicine (2016).
• Received Award for Professional Excellence from Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad (2014).
• She has been a coauthor for Best paper awards in ISGCON 2004 and 2007.
• The BEST PAPER Award in 1997 from The Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India for the paper titled “Precut Vs Needle Knife Sphincterotomy in Bilary & Pancreatic Diseases” was given to her.
• Dr. Lakshmi has Life-memberships from different associations such as Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Association of Physicians of India, Indian Medical Association and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• After completing her M.B.B.S from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, She did her M.D. (General Medicine) from Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam.

• Dr RS Rengan is one of the best Laparoscopic Surgeons in Chennai with a career expanding over 34 years.
• He is refining his skill as a Laparoscopic Surgeon for the past 16 years in the speciality area of minimal access gastrointestinal surgery.
• He specialises in Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal, Hernia, and Colo-rectal surgery.
• He also has a special interest in Endocrine Surgery including thyroid and breast surgery.
• He is a world-renowned Hernia Surgeon who has been dedicating his skill to understanding and solving the complexity of Hernia.
• He teaches and trains surgeons all over the world in Hernia Surgery and started the Chennai Hernia Centre to devote time to the field of hernia surgery.
• He is an ATLS certified Trauma Surgeon and had a great experience in polytrauma including bullet and bomb injuries as well as road traffic accidents.
• Dr Rengan is a member of The Associations of Surgeons of India, Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India, and the Indian Association of Endocrine Surgeons.
• He was a Gold Medalist in Physiology, Pathology and General Medicine and ranking 1st in MBBS first and final years.
• He was also a Gold Medallist in General surgery – AFMC, Pune University.
• Dr Rengan also devotes his time to community service and is a proficient orator for various social causes. 

• Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a renowned Gastroenterologist with 12+ experience.
• During his experience, he has worked in some of the reputed institutions.
• His subspecialist interest includes Hepatology including Transplant Hepatology, Inflammatory bowel disease, Intestinal failure, and endo sonography.
• His expertise lies in treating Cirrhosis, Portal Hypertension, Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy, and Liver Transplantation.
• Provides medical education and training in endoscopy.
• Member of the Liver Transplant Programme at CA.