Best Gastroenterologists in India

• Dr. Sushruth Shetty is a Surgical Gastroenterologist with 12+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include HPB surgery, advanced laparoscopic surgery, colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal cancers, gall stone disease, advanced laparoscopic surgery, portal hypertension surgery, hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction, complex fistula in ano surgery, surgical management of ulcerative colitis, corrosive oesophageal strictures and chronic pancreatitis.
• He is a member of the Karnataka Medical Council, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) and Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI).
• Dr. Shetty completed MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore and MS in general surgery from JIPMER, Puducherry and MCh in surgical gastroenterology at NHLMMC, Ahmedabad.
• He has penned several articles for national journals.
• He has won several prestigious awards, including the Dr. KP Ganesan Memorial Gold Medal for Second Best Outgoing Student in MBBS (2010) and the Late Dr. Amrish Jagmohandas Parikh Gold Medal in MCh from Gujarat University.

• 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. Chandrasekar Jothiraj is a surgical gastroenterologist with 10+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include esophageal and liver trauma, gastrectomy, truncal vagotomy, hiatus hernia repair, complex fistula in Ano, Cholecystectomy, hemorrhoids, laparoscopic appendectomy and laparoscopic adhesiolysis.
• He completed MBBS from Madurai Medical College Hospital, Madurai and MS in general surgery from Stanley Medical College, Madras.
• He has worked in several international hospitals including eminent hospitals of UK.
• Dr. Jothiraj has penned several articles for national and international journals.
• He has presented research papers at several conferences of the national level.

• Dr. Vinay Chandrashekar is a pediatric liver transplant surgeon with 11+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include Pediatric Urology, Pediatric Airway Surgery, Neonatal & General Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Liver & Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery.
• He is a member of the Karnataka Medical Council.
• After completing MBBS, he did MS from Vijayanagara Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary and MCh from Christian Medical College, Vellore.
• Dr. Chandrashekar has won many awards, including the best outgoing student 1997 batch and the best outgoing student in MCh, 2004 batch.
• He has many publications under his name in national peer-reviewed journals.

• Dr. Jatashankar Mohapatra is one of the most well-known Surgical Gastroenterologists in India, with 44+ years of experience.
• He specialises in treating problems of gallbladder, pancreas, liver, appendix, hernia, ulcers, reflux, and inflammatory bowel disease with a laparoscopic approach.
• Dr. Mohapatra studied at SCB Medical College and Hospital, Odisha and received MBBS in 1991 and MD (General Surgery) in 1984.
• Subsequently, he completed advanced laparoscopy and laparoscopic solid organ surgery training and then a diploma in hernia essentials.
• He also completed fellowships in bariatric surgery and advanced laparoscopic colorectal surgery from the GEM Obesity and Diabetes Surgery Centre in 2017 and the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons, respectively.
• Dr. Mohapatra is an honourable member of the Asia Pacific Hernia Society, the Association of Surgeons of India, and other reputed organisations.

Dr. P. Sathish is a distinguished Surgical Gastroenterologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon with over 32 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier surgical care. He is well known for performing most abdominal surgeries using minimally invasive techniques. He has established a reputation for precision, excellence, and leadership in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Sathish?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 32+ years of dedicated experience, Dr. Sathish has a proven track record of treating complex conditions, including gastrointestinal cancers, hernias, and gallbladder stones.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is well-known for his mastery of laparoscopic surgery, performing key procedures such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy and hernia repair with minimal invasion. His expertise extends to the comprehensive surgical management of GI cancers and advanced enteroscopy.
• Leader in Laparoscopic Surgery in Chennai: Dr. Sathish, the most experienced laparoscopic surgeon in Chennai, has established the regional standard for minimally invasive abdominal surgery, demonstrating unmatched expertise in this advanced field.
• Commitment to Affordable Excellence: Dr. Sathish is dedicated to delivering the highest standards of surgical care using the latest technology, while ensuring that treatments remain affordable and accessible.
• Patient-Centric Solutions Through Technology: He effectively blends his extensive surgical skills with modern medicine to provide the finest possible solutions specific to each patient's needs.

• 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. Ramdip Ray is a Liver Transplantation Surgeon with 12+ years of experience.
• He completed his MBBS from Medical College, Kolkata, MS from Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER) and SSKM Hospital in Kolkata and fellowship from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi.
• Dr. Ray underwent training in Upper GI & Laparoscopic Surgery with Mr. Andrew Baker at the Wrexham Maelor Hospital in Wales, UK.
• His areas of interest include management of Bile duct injuries, Liver Transplant in small children and donor safety in Living Donor Liver Transplant.
• He has numerous conference presentations and has contributed to a number of publications in the field of Liver Transplantation / G I Surgery.
• He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons, England.

• 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

• Dr. Sonali Bhagwat is a well known Surgical Gastroenterologist with experience of more than 24 years.
• She offers treatment for diseases of liver, pancreas, Gall Bladder and bile duct, intestine etc.
• She is skilled in carrying out surgical procedures including Laparoscopic Surgery, and Endoscopic surgery.
• She is involved in activity to raise awareness among people regarding problems of liver, hepatitis etc.
• She has the membership of some prestigious associations, such as: Association of Surgeons of India and Indian Association of Gastro-Intestinal Endoscopic Surgeons.

• Dr. Praveen Kammar is a Surgical Oncologist of high acclaim with experience of more than 13 years.
• He has expertise in General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Abdominal Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Onco Surgery, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, and Robotic Surgery.
• He regularly takes part in workshops and conferences and has presented 8 Citations and read 648 papers.
• He also engages in research work and has published 25 Research Papers so far.
• After graduating with MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University in 2005, he pursued MS in General Surgery. Later he did MCh in Surgical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai in 2015.

Dr. Sanjay Khanna is a distinguished Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, and Therapeutic Endoscopy Specialist with over 32 years of medical experience, including 19 dedicated years in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He is widely recognised as a leading expert in Delhi, known for his precision and excellence in managing complex gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic conditions. Dr. Khanna has significantly contributed to the field through his extensive clinical work, DNB training, and active involvement in liver transplant programmes.

Why Choose Dr. Sanjay Khanna?

• Extensive Expertise in Therapeutic Endoscopy: With over 19 years of experience specifically in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dr. Khanna has a proven track record in performing numerous diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopies and colonoscopies.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is recognised for advanced endoscopic procedures, including notable treatments such as Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Third Space Endoscopy (POEM, ESD). His expertise extends to ERCP, including liver transplant ERCPs and SpyGlass procedures.
• Pioneer in Advanced Endoscopic Training: Dr. Khanna honed his skills in Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) under the mentorship of Professor Peter Vilman in Denmark and Professor Hu Bing of Third Space Endoscopy in China, bringing cutting-edge techniques to his practice.
• Leader in Liver Transplant Programmes: He has been an integral part of prestigious liver transplant programmes at BL Kapur and Fortis Hospital, showcasing unparalleled expertise in complex liver disease management and transplant hepatology.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Khanna has been recognised with the prestigious MASTER ISG Award for his significant contributions to the field of Gastroenterology.