Best Gastroenterologists in Chennai, India

• Currently associated as senior consultant with department of surgical gastroenterology at Apollo Chennai
• Perform procedures such as Surgical operations in Hepato-biliary & Pancreatic Diseases, Oesophagus Stomach Gallbladder Small and large gut Spleen Operated basic and advance laparoscopic surgery Appendix Gallbladder CBD-exploration Fundoplication Pancreas Spleen Colorectal Hernias Stapler Haemorroidectomy
• Expertise in GastroIntestinal Surgery, Laproscopic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery
• Member of Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Indian Association Of Surgical Gastroentology, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES), Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI) and The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSED).

Dr. B.S. Ramakrishna is a renowned Medical Gastroenterologist. With a career spanning over 49 years, he has provided exceptional diagnosis and advanced care, offering renewed hope and significantly improving the quality of life for patients with the most complex gastrointestinal conditions.

Why Choose Dr. Ramakrishna?

• Specialised Expertise in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: With over 49 years dedicated to gastroenterology, Dr. Ramakrishna brings unparalleled diagnostic experience.
• Pioneer in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy: He is a master of advanced therapeutic procedures, highly skilled in complex interventions like ERCP (Therapeutic Biliary & Pancreatic Endoscopy) for managing challenging biliary and pancreatic disorders with high precision and success.
• Comprehensive Gastroenterological Care and Diagnostic Excellence: Dr. Ramakrishna also possesses a comprehensive, world-class understanding of complex conditions, including Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and small bowel diseases.
• Academic Leader & National Authority: He completed his MBBS and MD from Christian Medical College, Vellore. He is also a recipient of numerous top honors, including the Jacob Chandy Gold Medal and the B.K. Aikat Oration Award from the Indian Council of Medical Research.

• Dr Preethi M is a well-experienced Gastroenterologist with 18+ years of experience.
• She holds expertise in Hemorrhoids Treatment, Bladder Cancer Surgery, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Treatment.
• After completing MBBS in 2003, she pursued DNB in General Medicine from the National Board of Examinations Ministry of Health Government of India in 2009 followed by DM in Gastroenterology - Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai in 2013.
• In 2013, she attained membership from the Royal Colleges Of Physicians, London, UK.
• She has been honored with various awards and recognitions. 

• Dr Ubal Dhus is a well-experienced Gastroenterologist with 23+ years of experience.
• He holds expertise in Bladder Cancer Surgery, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Treatment, and Hemorrhoids Treatment.
• After completing medical school in 1994, he pursued MD  in General Medicine from Madras University, Chennai, India in 1996 followed by DM in Gastroenterology in 1998.
• He is an active member of The Tamil Nadu Medical Council.

• Dr. S Rajendran is a renowned Surgical Gastroenterologist with an experience of more than 27 years.
• He is an active member of the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology and Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology.
• He has expertise in Stomach cancers, Gastro-Intestinal Cancer Surgery, Cancer of the oesophagus, stomach, Peri-ampullary region of the pancreas, Liver Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Advanced Laparoscopies surgery in the oesophagus.
• He has organized several gastroenterology and cancer meetings all over the nation.
• Dr. S Rajendran has published various national & international papers publications.

• Dr Piramanayagam P is a dynamic Gastroenterologist practicing for more than 15 years.
• He holds extensive experience in Gall Bladder Stone Treatment, Acidity Treatment, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment.
• After completing medical school, he pursued MD in General Medicine from AIIMS in 2005 followed by DM in Gastroenterology from Madras University in 2009.
• He is actively associated with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council.

• Dr. Malathi Sathiyasekaran is a paediatric gastroenterologist with 30+ years of experience.
• She has vast experience in teaching of more than 25 years.
• She won Outstanding Achievement Award on International Women’s Day by The Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University, 2012, St John’s Ambulance Best Doctor Award by Governor of Tamil Nadu, 2010 and Excellence in Service on International Women’s Day by Board for Women’s Concerns, CSI Diocese of Madras, 2008.
• She has contributed to various national and international publications.
• She completed MBBS from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, Diploma in child health from Christian Medical College, Vellore, MD in Pediatrics from Madras Medical College, Chennai and DM in Gastroenterology from Madras Medical College, Chennai.
• Dr. Malathi is a member of Indian Society of Gastroenterology and Indian Society Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition.
• Her areas of expertise include Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, ERCP, Endoscopic Ultrasound, Liver Biopsy and Video capsule endoscopy.

• Dr. Patta Radhakrishna is a well-known Gastrointestinal and General Surgeon, with a thriving experience of more than 28 years.
• He has expertise in the field of Laparoscopic Surgery, Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic, Colorectal Surgery, Abdominal Pain Treatment, Intestine Surgery, Bariatric (Gastric Bypass) Surgery, ERCP, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, and Surgical Gastroenterology
• He is a professional member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), International Hepato-Pancreato Biliary Association -IHPBA, SSAT – Society for Surgeons of Alimentary tract (USA), IASG - Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, SELSI – the society of endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeons of India, ISG – Indian Society of Gastroenterology, and ISGAR – Indian Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology.
• Dr. Patta has several research papers published in national as well as international peer-reviewed journals. 
   

• Dr. Shanthi Vijayaraghavan is a renowned Gastroenterologist practicing for more than 35 years.
• She holds expertise in Peptic Ulcer Treatment, IBS Treatment, Bladder Cancer Surgery, etc.
• After completing MBBS in 1986, she pursued DCH in 1991 followed by DNB in Pediatrics in 1985.
• In 1999, she obtained a DM in Gastroenterology from The Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University.
• She is professionally affiliated with the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, the European Association for Study of Liver Diseases, and the Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. 

• Dr. Kirthi Srinivasan is a renowned Medical Gastroenterologist, with a thriving experience of more than 32 years.
• Her expertise lies in the treatment of Hemorrhoids, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Liver Disease, Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Acidity, Gall Bladder (Biliary) Stone, etc.
• She is presently working as a Senior Consultant at Vijaya Hospital, Chennai. 
• She has numerous publication in national as well as international peer-reviewed journals
• Dr. Kirthi has also attended several conferences and seminars where she presented her research work.

• Dr. Neelamekam Thoppa Kapali is a Gastro, Liver, Pancreas and Biliary Tract Surgeon, based in Chennai with extensive 35+ years of experience.
• His expertise lies in Weight loss surgery, Esophagus and Colorectal Surgeries, Vascular access, Shunt procedures, Minimal access surgery, Hepatobiliary surgeries, Liver transplantation, Pancreatic surgeries, etc.
• Dr. Kapali was the First to start the Liver transplant in India and is well trained to do complex Liver and Pancreas surgeries with all types of resections for cancer. He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), Indian Association of Gastroenterology (ISG).
• 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 Bariatric surgeries.

• Dr. Kumara Krishnan is a well-known Surgical Gastroenterologist with experience of more than 22 years.
• He has been awarded the Travelling fellowship by The Royal Society of Medicine, London to attend Coloproctology Overseas Meeting at Grenoble in France (1998) and Northeast Colorectal Update Meeting, (1997) at Gateshead, UK.
• He is an active member of the Tamil Nadu Medical Council and The Indian Medical Association (IMA).
• He has expertise in Surgical Gastroenterologist, Laparoscopic Surgery, Intestine Surgery, Endoscopy, Gastritis Treatment, Colonoscopy, Colorectal Surgery, Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic, ERCP, etc.
• Dr. Krishnan has numerous publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals and presented them at various conferences.