Best Gastroenterologists in India

Dr. Vinay Bhat is a distinguished Surgical Gastroenterologist and GI Oncologist with over 21 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With a special interest in GI Oncology, pancreatic diseases, and colorectal surgery, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence.

Why Choose Dr. Vinay Bhat?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 21+ years of experience, Dr. Bhat has a proven track record of performing a wide range of GI surgeries, including complex procedures for GI Oncology, pancreatic-biliary diseases, and colorectal conditions.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He can conduct both minimally invasive (laparoscopic and robotic) and open operations. His specialization includes advanced laparoscopy, HPB (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary) surgery, and IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) treatment.
• Pioneer in Advanced Laparoscopy: Dr. Bhat has received advanced laparoscopic training at prestigious institutions, including the Mayo Clinic in Rochester and IRCAD in Strasbourg (in 2015 and 2016, respectively).
• Leader in Surgical Gastroenterology: He is currently the Lead and Senior Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology and GI Oncology at Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, showcasing his unparalleled expertise in this advanced technique.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Bhat has received several notable accolades, including the Dr. B. Ramamurthi Gold Medal (DNB General Surgery, 2010) and the Dr. Rangabhashyam Gold Medal (DNB Surgical Gastroenterology, 2013), for finishing first at the All-India level in his respective specialties.

• Dr. Bhavesh Thakkar is a renowned Gastroenterologist with 19 years of experience in treating disorders and diseases of the GI tract.
• He is a professional member of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Indian National Association of Study on Liver and the Indian Motility and Functional Disease Association.
• Dr.Thakkar completed his MBBS in 2005 from M P Shah Medical College, and in 2009 did his MD from the same college. In 2013, he did his DNB from Apollo Hospital, Chennai.
• He specialises in colon cancer screening, intestinal disease, liver disease, GI disorders, treating obesity, pancreatic disorders and inflammatory bowel and colorectal disease.
• Some other diagnostic procedures he performs are, gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP and ultrasound.

• Dr. Sushil Kumar Jain is one of the experienced consultants in the field of Gastroenterology.
• He constantly upgrades himself to deliver the medical treatment to his patients and is often looked up to solve complex cases of Gastroenterology.
• His areas of expertise are Biliary Pancreato Disease and Hepatology.
• He treats his patients with the utmost diligence and patience.
• His area of clinical interest is digestive diseases like heartburn, acidity, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, obesity, Anemia, Piles, liver diseases like jaundice, acute viral hepatitis, chronic hepatitis B & C, acute and chronic pancreatitis, celiac disease, children with pain abdomen, failure to grow, constipation, Pancreato-Biliary Diseases and Hepatology etc.

• Dr Puneet Dargan is one of the renowned Surgeons in Chennai specialising in Gastroenterology, Liver Transplant & HBP Surgery.
• With 18 years of experience, he also specialises in advanced surgical Gastroenterology.
• He completed his Masters in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery from the Henri Bismuth Hepatobiliary Institute, France. He also received a European Diploma in HPB Oncosurgery from Paul Brousse Hospital, Paris, France.
• He has vast experience working in different reputed hospitals around India gaining proficient skills and knowledge in his fields of expertise.
• He is a member of the Association of the Surgeons of India and the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology.

• Dr. Himanshu Patel is a reputed Surgical Gastroenterologist with +16 years of experience in the field.
• He did his MBBS in 2005 from the BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad and then did MD from NHL Medical College and VS Hospital, Ahmedabad. He then also did a DNB from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai in 2011.
• Dr. Patel is well-known for GI tract surgeries such as that of the esophagus, hernia, colon and rectal surgery, gall bladder, liver and bile duct surgery, hemorrhoidectomy, pancreas, laparoscopic surgeries such as nephrectomy, adrenalectomy, appendectomy, splenectomy and retroperitoneum surgeries among a few others. Some of the other open GI surgeries he performs are, Whipple procedure, abdominal surgery, Roux-en-Y and Nissen fundoplication.

• Dr. Rajeev Kapoor is a renowned Surgical oncologist, General, and Laparoscopic surgeon, based in Mohali with extensive 29+ years of experience.
• His expertise lies in Oncology Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Trauma Surgery, General & Laparoscopic Surgery, Robotic colorectal Surgery, Pelvic surgery, and management of all intestinal cancers including colon and rectal cancers, etc.
• Dr. Kapoor completed his MBBS and Master of Surgery from Government Medical College, Amritsar.  Later, he did Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery from Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, South Australia. He received the Best Medical Teacher Award from the Government of South Australia in 2010.
• He is a member of the Indian Medical Association, Punjab Medical Council, European Society of Surgical Oncology, American Cancer Society, The American Society of Clinical Oncology, Indian Society of General Surgeons.
• Under his credit, there are more than 60+ national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's and worldwide conferences to talk about the different types of cancer.

• Dr. Sundeep Jain is a GI surgeon with +25 years of experience in performing GI surgeries including minimal access surgery for benign and cancerous conditions.
•  Dr. Jain completed his MBBS from Dr S.N.Medical College, University of Rajasthan in 1996. He then did his M.S.(Postgraduation in SurgeryUniversity College of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi in 1999. In 2004, he completed his M.Ch from G.B.Pant Hospital, University of Delhi.
• He also holds the prestigious MRCS (Edinburgh) qualification and an honorary fellowship in HPB/LT surgery from King's College Hospital, United Kingdom. 
• He holds the distinction of completing 500+ live surgeries and running as many programmes.
• Dr. Jain is an expert GI surgeon with special focus on performing GI cancer, liver, pancreatic, bariatric and minimally- invasive surgeries. He is also a specialist at treating GI and HPB tumours and cancers, choledochal cysts and aneurysms, gallbladder and CBD stone diseases, appendicitis, tumors, morbid obesity and diabetes mellitus among others.
• He has co-authored several research publications.

• Dr. Vibhor Pareek is a gastroenterologist with 15+ Experience.
• Persuaded his MBBS followed by DM from National Pirogou Memorial Medical University, Ukraine.
• His expertise lies in treating GI motility disorders, anal manometries, Fibroscans.
• Dr. Pareek has a command over the Russian language due to which handles the international patient efficiently.

• Dr. C R K Prasad possesses +22 years of experience as a Surgical Gastroenterologist.
• He is a professional member of the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India.
• Dr. Prasad did his MBBS in 1989 from Dr. B R Ambedkar Medical College and then in 1992 did his MS. He then did fellowships in Minimally Access Surgery, Association of India Surgeons and the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons.
• He is also trained in bariatric surgery in Belgium and earned a gold medal in MS general surgery. 
• He is an expert surgical gastroenterologist with reputation to perform, colonic/bariatric/abdominal trauma/hernia/piles/pancreatic/colorectal and laser surgeries. He also treats fundoplication, gall bladder, appendicitis, and pilonidal sinus.
• Dr. Prasad has presented many lectures and as faculty at surgical workshops in both state and national levels. He also participates actively in conferences and has conducted +500 free health camps in several social organisations.
• Dr. Prasad has contributed case studies to journals.

• Dr. Govind Verma is a renowned Gastroenterologist, based in Hyderabad with extensive 23+ years of experience.
• His area of clinical expertise lies in the management of Liver disorders like Hepatitis B and C, Cirrhosis of the liver, Liver cancer (HCC), Pancreatic disorders, Pancreatitis, Pancreatic tumour (Cancer),  Inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, Oesophageal and anorectal motility diseases, Achalasia cardia, Diffuse oesophageal spasm, Functional bowel diseases, etc.
• Dr. Verma is a Member of Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Indian Health Organisation, Indian Medical Association (IMA), Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES), Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons (AUGIS).
• He has received prestigious awards for his excellent academic performance such as Mr M Pandhre Award during his MBBS and Gold medal during his post graduation.
• The known hepatologist has completed his graduation and post graduation from the top notch KEM hospital Mumbai. He is trained for advanced therapeutic endoscopic interventions like ERCP, CBD-stenting, esophageal stenting, pancreatic stenting. 
• Till date, he has successfully performed 1,50,000 endoscopy, 3,600 endoscopic ultrasound, 36,000 Colonoscopy, 12,000 ERCP.

• Dr. Lakshmansinh Khiria is a Surgical Gastroenterologist with +15 years of experience in performing surgeries of the GI tract and liver transplantation. 

• Dr. Khiria holds professional memberships of the Indian Medical Association, the Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) and the Member of Ahmedabad Obstetric & Gynaecological Society (AOGS).

• He completed his graduation in 1996 from Rajasthan University, followed by MS in 2001. He then went on to pursue M.Ch (Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery) from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi in 2007.

• He underwent a Fellowship in HBP and Liver Transplantation. He has also attended other training, competence training and fellowships in obstetrics, gynaec ultrasound and advanced laparoscopy and hysteroscopy among other disciplines. 

• Dr. Khiria is an expert surgical gastroenterologist who performs GI surgeries, liver transplants, esophagectomies, esophageal reconstructions, colonic interpositions, gastrectomies, gastric reconstructions, Sleeve Gastrectomies, Roux-en-Y Bypass, pancreatic and hepatobiliary resections, Lap Band, necrosectomies and operative procedures for chronic pancreatitis, various types of shunt surgeries for portal hypertension and Budd-Chiari syndrome, colorectal resections and reconstructions, IPAA among others. 

• He has co-authored well-researched papers for reputed medical journals.

• Dr. N Subrahmaneswara Babu is a leading Surgical Gastroenterologist with +13 years of experience in the field of surgeries of the abdomen.
• He is a professional member of the Association of Surgeons of India as a life member,  Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India, is the organising member of the team of APASICON and IASGCON.
• Dr. Babu completed his MBBS in 2008 from Gandhi Medical College, followed by MS from Kakatiya Medical college and MGM Hospital, Warangal and a DNB from GEM Hospital & Surgical Centre, Coimbatore. He then did his fellowship from JIPMER, Pondicherry.
• He is an expert at performing several procedures such as, abdominal trauma surgery, colonic/bariatric/pancreatic/colorectal/advanced laparoscopic and laser surgeries. he is particularly known for hernia surgeries and treating conditions of the gall bladder and appendix.
•  Dr. Babu is particularly interested in advanced laparoscopy, HPB surgery and colorectal/bariatric surgeries. 
• He has won awards for best paper presentation and has been part of the world's first randomized clinical trial on laparoscopic Vs open pancreatoduodenectomy.
• Dr. Babu has co-authored several research papers for leading medical journals.