Best Doctors for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in India

• Dr. Sahana Shankar is a Paediatric Gastroenterologist and hepatologist with 16 years of experience.
• Her areas of expertise include neonatal and infantile jaundice, chronic liver failure, liver and multi-visceral transplantation, chronic diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, autoimmune and other chronic liver diseases.
• She is a life member of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics and Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Clinical Nutrition.
• She completed her training pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and clinical nutrition at the Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia.
• During her training time, she has performed 200 liver transplants in children as part of a  multidisciplinary team.
• After MBBS from JSS Medical College and Hospital, Mysore, she completed MD in Pediatrics from Seth G.S. Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
• She has been awarded:
  • European Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, hepatology and Clinical Nutrition (ESPGHAN) young investigator Award, 2018 in Geneva, Switzerland
  • Awarded Nestle Nutrition Institute Scholarship in Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Clinical nutrition, 2016
  • Best Outgoing Student award and Gold medal in MBBS in 2009

• Dr. Tariq Patel is a medical gastroenterologist with 27+ years of experience.
• He did MBBS from Grant Medical College, JJ Hospital, Mumbai, MD in general medicine from Grant Medical College, Mumbai, DM in gastroenterology and DNB in gastroenterology from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College, Mumbai.
• He did training in liver diseases from King’s College Hospital, UK and training in endoscopy from University Hospital, Germany.
• His areas of expertise include treating Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastroscopy Procedure, Esophageal variceal sclerotherapy, Band ligation and Gastric Bypass Surgery.
• He has many publications under his name in national and international journals.
• He has been invited as a faculty member at several national conferences.

• Dr. Anish Kumar is a Gastroenterologist with experience of more than 20 years.
• He has expertise in Therapeutic Endoscopy and Hepatology.
• He offers treatment for Liver Diseases, Diabetes and Pancreatic Diseases.
• He is a member of  Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Kerala
• After graduating with MBBS from Calicut Medical College, Kerala, he pursued MD in General Medicine in Coimbatore Medical College. He further pursued DM in Gastroenterology from Government Stanley Medical College, Chennai

• Dr. Manish Kumar Gupta is one of the leading gastroenterologists with nearly 8 years of experience in the field.
• He is specialized in chronic liver disease, pancreatitis, Irritable Bowel Disease, diagnostic & therapeutic endoscopy, ERCP, and EUS capsule endoscopy.
• He has previously worked at GB Pant Hospital and RNT Medical College Udaipur.
• Dr. Manish has done MBBS, MD in Medicine, and DM in Gastroenterology & Hepatology.
• He is also a member of Indian Society of Gastroenterology.

• Dr. Pandurangan Basumani is a renowned Medical Gastroenterologist, practicing successfully over 20 years.
• He is proficient in Therapeutic Endoscopy including ERCP, EUS, Balloon Sphincteroplasty, Biliary and Pancreatic Stent Insertion, Large stone Management with Lithotripsy.
• He has so far done over 1000 ERCPs.
• He takes interest in teaching and has honoured the post of Visiting Professor and Assistant Professor in Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai.
• He is a member of numerous prestigious associations, such as: Indian Medical Association (IMA), Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Indian Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Royal College of Physicians (UK), British Society of Gastroenterology etc.

• Dr. Naren Singh Choudhary is a renowned Liver Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine Specialist.
• He has experience of more than 12 years.
• He has expertise in the treatment of Liver Transplantation, Endoscopic Ultrasound, treatments for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Cirrhosis.
• Dr. Singh is an active member of the Indian National Association For Study of the Liver (INASL) and International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS).
• He has publications in various national as well as international journals.

• Dr. M Srinivas is a leading Medical Gastroenterologist having 25 years of experience.
• His areas of special interest include Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis), esophageal/anorectal motility disorders, and bile acid malabsorption.
• He is a proficient endoscopist (gastroscopy and colonoscopy). 
• He is the past Editor-in-chief of an e-journal, Clinical Medicine Insights: Gastroenterology and is on the Editorial Board of the Indian Journal of Gastroenterology.
• He has also presented various abstracts at the British, American, and Indian Society of Gastroenterology annual conferences.
• He has several publications in leading peer-reviewed medical journals.

• Dr. Rangarajan Kasturi is a medical gastroenterologist with 11+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include esophageal manometry, hemochorial banding, rectal manometry, UGI endoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic banding and Esophageal SEMS placement.
• After completing MBBS from Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellur, he did MRCP in Gastroenterology from Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom and completed FRCP in Gastroenterology from Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom.
• Dr. Kasturi did training in gastroenterology from prestigious hospitals in India.
• He has many publications to his credit in national journals.
• He has been invited as a faculty member at several conferences.

Dr. Naresh Bhat is a distinguished Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with over 33 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. A pioneer in the field, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in clinical gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy.

Why Choose Dr. Naresh Bhat?

• Extensive Clinical & Endoscopic Expertise: With 33+ years of practice, Dr. Bhat has a proven track record in diagnosing and treating a wide range of GI and liver conditions, including IBD, pancreatic disease, metabolic liver disease, and motility disorders.
• Leader in Advanced Endoscopic Imaging: Dr. Bhat is the Chairman of the Indian NBI (Narrow Band Imaging) group and a core member of the Asia NBI Group (ANBIG). He actively trains endoscopists across India and Asia in advanced endoscopic imaging techniques, demonstrating his commitment to elevating medical standards.
• Pioneer in Advanced Endoscopy Training: He undertook specialised training in Therapeutic Endoscopy in Hamburg, Germany, and further enhanced his skills in advanced endoscopic imaging in Yokohama, Japan, bringing cutting-edge techniques to India.
• Influential Leader in Gastroenterology: Dr. Bhat has held prestigious leadership roles, including President of the Society of GI Endoscopy India, and currently serves as President-Elect of AIGE and President of ISG Karnataka. He is also a member of the Governing Council of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Bhat has been recognised with numerous prestigious awards, including the Pope Paul Gold Medal, the Government of Karnataka Award for the best MBBS student, and seven university gold medals in MBBS & MD. He has also delivered several notable orations, showcasing his thought leadership.
• Centre of Excellence in Gastroenterology and Liver Disease: He leads a highly skilled team at Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, forming a Centre of Excellence dedicated to comprehensive gastrointestinal and liver care.

• Dr. Amit Gupte is a renowned Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist practicing successfully for more than 14 years.
• He offers treatment for Hepatitis B, Peptic / Gastric Ulcer, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Ulcerative Colitis and Abdominal Pain, etc.
• He is the recipient of numerous awards.
• He has participated in different conferences.
• In Converge 2015: Controversies in gastroenterology at Chennai, 2015, he participated as Faculty.
• Dr. Amit is a member of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology and GOSUMEC Alumni Association.
• He takes interest in research and has several publications to his credit in noted National and International journals.
• He has also penned a chapter in a book.

• Dr. Ratan Jha is a reputed Nephrologist with 30 years of experience.
• He holds expertise in managing Acid-Base and Electrolyte Disorders, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes-Related Renal Failure, Diabetic Kidney Disease, and providing Dialysis/Hemodialysis.
• He has received several prestigious awards, including the Viswanathan Memorial Prize and Gold Medal from the Tuberculosis Association of India, the B.K. Sikand Memorial Gold Medal and first prize in the FRAGMIN Quiz Contest at the Indian Society of Nephrology Annual Conference.
• He completed his MBBS at Medical College Calcutta in 1983, followed by a Diploma in T.B. and Chest Disease from Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute Delhi in 1987.
• Later, he earned his Doctor of Medicine (General Medicine) from Patna Medical College in 1989 and his DM (Nephrology) from Sanjay Gandhi PGIMS Institute in 1993.
• Additionally, he obtained a DNB (Nephrology) from the National Board of Examinations in 1993.
• He also won the best paper prize at API 98, first prize in the Carnitor Quiz Contest at ISN 2001, and the best paper presentation award at APICON 2002. In 2011, he was awarded the Fellowship of the Indian Society of Nephrology.
• Dr. Ratan is a respected member of the Indian Society of Nephrology, the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation, the Association of Physicians of India, and the Indian Medical Association.

• Dr. Shivakumar Varakanahalli is a medical gastroenterologist with 8+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI and Lower GI endoscopy, ERCP, Manometry, EUS, Capsule endoscopy, IBS, Dyspepsia, reflux disease and gastritis.
• He did MBBS from Mysore Medical College, Mysore and MD in internal medicine from Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, Rajasthan.
• He was trained in gastroenterology at the prestigious GB PANT Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, New Delhi.
• Dr. Varakanahalli has many publications in reputed national and international journals to his credit.
• He has presented his clinical and research work as papers and posters in many conferences around the country and abroad.
• He has won many recognitions:
  • First position for North Zone in TYSA 2013 at New Delhi in Internal Medicine
  • Second Rank holder in the common entrance examination for DM Gastroenterology (Delhi University) held in 2014
  • Grant by Liver Care Foundation at New Delhi for APASL 2016 in Tokyo
  • Plenary oral session award at INASL 2017 for oral presentation on paper on prophylaxis of hepatic encephalopathy