Best Gastroenterologists in India

• Dr. Mathew Jacob is a highly trained Liver/Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Surgeon with +11 years of experience in performing complex surgeries for cancer removal in the gall bladder, liver, bile duct and pancreas. 
• He holds professional memberships of British Transplant Society, the International Liver Transplant Society, European Society for Organ Transplantation and the Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland.
•  Dr. Jacob has done his graduation from Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, following which he spent several years in Europe for advanced qualification and training. He has a Certificate of Completion of Training from the General Medical Council, U.K. He is also a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (MRCS),  a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) and HESPERIS Fellowship by the European Society for Organ Transplantation.
• He is an expert in liver transplantation and has experience in both cadaveric and living donor liver transplantation. He also performs, advanced HPB surgeries, besides surgically treating cancers of the liver, gall bladder, liver, bile duct and pancreas.  Dr. Jacob is also a laparoscopic surgeon.   
• His clinical interests include, transplant epidemiology and prognostic modelling in liver transplantation. 
• Dr. Jacob has co-authored several research papers on complex HPB and liver transplantation surgeries. 
• He has been a medical advisor to the Zonal Coordination Committee of Karnataka (ZCCK-The Organization empowered to coordinate the cadaveric transplantation activities and also educate the public on organ donation).

Dr. Mettu Srinivas Reddy is a distinguished Liver Transplant and Hepatobiliary-Pancreatic Surgeon with over 27 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. Having been involved in over 1,500 successful living donor liver transplantations, he has earned a reputation for precision and excellence in complex surgical procedures.

Why Choose Dr. Reddy?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With more than 27+ years of dedicated experience and participation in over 1,500 successful living donor liver transplantations, Dr. Reddy has a proven track record in treating complex conditions of the liver, pancreas, and biliary tract, including cancers.
• Advanced Techniques and Specialised Expertise: He is well-known for his advanced skills in Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT) and Paediatric Liver Transplantation. His specialised expertise also covers challenging areas such as Blood Group Incompatible Liver Transplantation and intricate surgeries for hepatobiliary and pancreatic cancers.
• Leader in Establishing Transplant Programmes: Dr. Reddy has played a key role in setting up and mentoring multiple liver transplantation units across India, significantly enhancing the accessibility and quality of these life-saving procedures nationwide.
• International Recognition and Academic Leadership: As an active member of the Paediatric Committee of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS) and a contributor to the development of its paediatric registry, Dr. Reddy helps shape global standards. He has made extensive academic contributions, including over 100 peer-reviewed publications and multiple textbook chapters.

• Dr. N P Kamalesh is a Surgical Gastroenterologist with +10 years of experience in conducting surgeries on patients with complications in the GI tract.
• Dr. Kamalesh is a graduate of Coimbatore Medical College (1997). He did his MD in General Surgery from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai (2003) and FAMS from Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India. He holds a DNB qualification in GI surgery from PVS Hospital, Kochi. Some of his advanced degrees from international institutions include, FACS from the American College of Surgeons and FICS from the International College of Surgeons.
• He is also trained in advanced hepatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation from Asan Medical Center, South Korea.
• He is an expert at performing complex hepatobiliary and gastrointestinal surgeries. He is reputed to perform surgeries for tumour and cancers of colon, rectum, stomach, liver, pancreas, gall bladder and esophagus. He is particularly interested in upper GI surgery and laparoscopic colorectal surgeries. 

Dr. Nagabhushan J.S. is a distinguished Senior Consultant in Surgical Gastroenterology with over 31 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With over 5,000 exclusive colorectal procedures, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field of colorectal surgery. He holds extensive higher specialisation qualifications in colorectal surgery, including advanced training in the UK and a fellowship at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Rochester, USA.

Why Choose Dr. Nagabhushan J. S?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 31 years and more than 5,000 successful colorectal procedures, Dr. Nagabhushan J. S has a proven track record in treating complex GI, MIS, and colorectal conditions.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is recognised for his advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, including notable treatments such as TATME and ISR for rectal cancers, as well as complex IBD surgeries. His expertise extends to liver disorders, pancreatic conditions, and advanced lower GI endoscopy.
• Pioneer in Colorectal Surgery: Dr. Nagabhushan J. S was a Visiting Fellow in Colon & Rectal Surgery at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Rochester, USA, bringing cutting-edge techniques to India.
• Leader in Surgical Gastroenterology: He has been instrumental in developing departments of GI surgery, MIS and Colorectal Surgery, leading them to be recognised as some of the best referral centres for advanced colorectal and GI surgeries in Bengaluru and Karnataka. He and his team provide quaternary-level care with a special emphasis on sphincter-saving surgeries for ultra-low rectal cancers, including robotic surgeries.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Recognised as an experienced Professor and Senior GI, MIS and Colorectal Surgeon with prestigious fellowships (FRCSEd, FRCS, FRCS (Glasgow), and CCT (UK)), he is also an examiner for specialist training fellows in GI and MIS under Rajiv Gandhi Health University.

• Works as GI Oncology & GI Surgery specialist with 14+ years of experience
• Holds vast experience in performing complex GI surgical procedures (open & laparoscopic)
• First GI Surgeon in East Delhi to start full-fledged GI Surgical services
• Expertise is hepatobiliary pancreatic malignancies
• Interests are Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery Abdominal, Colon Surgeries Intestine Surgery and Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic
• Authored various chapters in GI Surgical and Surgical Books
• Member of various associations such as Association of Surgeons of India, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology and Indian Medical Association
• Completed training in Robotic Surgery from International School of Robotic Surgery, Italy
• Trained for advanced laparoscopic Colorectal surgeries from Taiwan
• Training in weight loss surgery from the University of Cincinnati, USA
• Has multiple chapters in post-graduate and graduate books to his credit

• Dr. Ravindra B S is a Medical Gastroenterologist with 20+ years of experience in the field.
• He is a professional member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG), Society of Gastroenterointestinal endoscopy (SGEI), and is also a member of the American Society of Gastroenterology (ASGE).
• He is the President of Post-Graduate Club, Government Medical College, Nagpur and Organising Committee Member, Annual Conference of Indian Society of Gastroenterology. ISGCON.
• He is an expert in the field of endoscopy with more than 10000 procedures and has a keen interest in areas such as ERCP, Capsule endoscopy, enteroscopy, and 3rd space endoscopic procedures.
• He completed MBBS from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Dharwar University in 1999, MD - General Medicine from Government Medical College, Nagpur in 2004, and DM - Medicine from National Board, New Delhi in 2005.
• He also has a Fellowship in Endoscopic Ultrasound and Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy - Double Balloon and Spirus from Gentofte Hospital, Copenhagen University, Denmark in 2010.
• He has started the Hepatitis support group, IBD support group, and Pancreas support group for the alleviation of pain and suffering in these chronic diseases.
• Dr. Ravindra has written articles and presented posters in various national and international journals and conferences respectively.

• Dr. Anand Khakhar is a Liver Transplant & Hepatobiliary Surgeon with 20+ years of experience.
• He is a member of various organizations such as the American Society of Transplantation Surgeons, Canadian Society of Transplantation, American College of Surgeons, Association of southern Urologists of India Tamil-Nadu, etc.
• His areas of specialization include Liver, Pancreas, Kidney & Multi-Visceral Transplantation (Living Donor & Cadaveric), Hepatobiliary-Pancreatic Surgery Laparoscopic Donor, and Nephrectomy Surgical Gastroenterology.
• He has several publications in journals and contributed to various textbooks. 
• He has won many awards such as SIU International Scholarship for pursuing clinical transplantation year 2000 and Research Scholarship Columbia University, New York for studying the role of BK virus nephropathy.

• Dr. Poorna Chandra KS is a well-known Medical Gastroenterologist with 15 years of experience in the field.
• He is a member of organizations such as the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Indian National Association of Study Of Liver Disease (INASL), and Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India.
• He pursued his MBBS from Mysore University in 2001, MD - (Internal Medicine) and DM - (Gastroenterology and Hepatology) from Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh in 2005 and 2008 respectively.
• He has won 13 gold medals and 7 certificates of merit during his MBBS and he stood first in Final MBBS for the Mysore University. He also won a medal of merit during his postgraduate courses.
• He is well-trained in the Management of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases including emergencies and in performing GI Endoscopic procedures. He is also well versed in Capsule Endoscopy, Manometry, and Bariatric procedures (Intragastric balloon placement for obesity).
• Dr. Poorna Chandra has co-authored about 15 papers published in peer-reviewed, indexed journals, with original research in the areas of oesophageal strictures, pancreatitis, and gall bladder cancer.
• He has made oral presentations and poster presentations at several national and international conferences.

• Dr. Nikhil Sonthalia is a Gastroenterologist, based in Kolkata having 10+ years of experience.
• His expertise lies in the management of Gastrointestinal Cancer, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Celiac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Gallbladder Disease, GERD (Heartburn, Acid Reflux), etc.
• Dr. Nikhil has completed his graduation and post-graduation from the West Bengal University of Health Sciences, followed by DM in Gastroenterology from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik.
• Under his credit, there are both national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Clinical Endoscopy.

• Dr. Vasudev Chowda is a Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with 10+ experience.
• His expertise lies in Bladder Cancer Surgery, Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS ) Treatment, Hemorrhoids Treatment, Liver Disease Treatment, Ulcerative Colitis Treatment, Acidity Treatment, Gall Bladder (Biliary) Stone Treatment, Gastritis Treatment, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Treatment, Peptic / Gastric Ulcer Treatment, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
• Dr. Chowda did his MBBS from the reputed JIPMER followed by M.D in Internal Medicine from the world-famous All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. Later, he did his Doctorate of Medicine in the field of Gastroenterology and liver diseases from Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS, Lucknow). 
• Efficiently perform the endoscopic procedures: OGD, Diagnostic Colonoscopy, Endoscopic Variceal ligation, Endoscopic Sclerotherapy, Endoscopic therapy of bleeding peptic ulcers, Argon plasma coagulation, Heater probe coagulation, Polypectomy, Foreign body removal of ingested coins, dentures, pins needles and others, Oesophageal stricture dilation, CRE balloon dilation of various strictures and webs in the gastrointestinal tract, Metallic stenting for oesophageal cancers, Metallic stenting for Gastric outlet obstruction due to gastric cancers, Colonic stenting for malignancies(SEMS). 
• He has both national and international publications under his credit and delivers lecture on different  ERCP procedures like ESWL for pancreatic stones, bile duct strictures, Pancreatic duct strictures, Mirrizzi’s syndrome, plastic and metallic stenting of the bile duct(SEMS).

• Dr. Arvind Kidambi Seshadri is a Liver transplant surgeon with 12+ experience.
• His expertise lies in extended resections, minimally invasive left lateral segmentectomy, metastasectomy, cyst excision, Biliary Tract surgery for benign & malignant lesions of the gallbladder, liver resection for hilar cholangiocarcinoma, laparoscopic surgery for benign biliary diseases, Pancreato-duodenectomy, distal pancreatectomy, splenectomy, Portal Hypertension surgeries, Shunt surgeries and devascularization procedures.
• Dr. Seshadri completed his MBBS from the reputed Bangalore Medical College followed by MS in General Surgery from the well-known PGIMER, Chandigarh. Later, he did MCh in HPB Surgery from the Institute of the liver and biliary sciences in New Delhi, India.
• Under his credit, there are both national and international publications in the accredited journals, and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CMEs, worldwide conferences to talk about Liver transplants.
• He is an active member of the Liver Transplant Society of India and the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation.

• Dr. P. P. Sharma is a notable General Surgeon and Surgical Gastroenterologist with over 34 years of experience.
• His expertise lies in Gastro & Laparoscopic Surgeries, Thyroid, Breast, Colorectal, Pancreatic and Biliary Disease (Gallbladder), Fissures & Fistula, Hemorrhoids (Piles by MIPH), Abdominal Pains & Diseases, etc.
• Till now, he has performed more than 10000 major surgeries.
• He completed his MBBS and MS (Surgery) from G. R. Medical College, Gwalior, in 1984 and 1988, respectively.
• Dr. Sharma also earned the Fellowship of the Association of Surgeons of India, the Fellowship of the International College of Surgeons, the Fellowship of Minimal Access Surgery of India, and the Fellowship of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery.
• He is fluent in Telugu, Hindi and English.