Gastroenterology

Overview

SRV Hospital’s Gastroenterology Department provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages suffering from digestive system diseases. Patients can receive individualised treatment options such as cutting-edge diagnostics, therapeutic endoscopy techniques, minimally invasive procedures, surgical interventions, and treatment for digestive system tumours. SRV is a leader in this specialty, with a constant emphasis on patient safety and quick recovery. SRV Hospital employs an evidence-based approach to patient care, ensuring that clinical outcomes meet international protocols and quality standards. This is made possible through ongoing training aimed at improving the clinical and support teams’ skills.

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Common disorders and diseases treated by gastroenterologists include:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Peptic ulcer disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as Crohn's disease and Ulcerative colitis
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Liver disease such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, and fatty liver
Gallbladder and biliary tract disease
Pancreatitis
Gastrointestinal cancer, such as colon cancer, rectal cancer and stomach cancer
Gastrointestinal bleeding

Gastroenterologists use a variety of diagnostic tools such as endoscopy (upper endoscopy, colonoscopy), and imaging tests (X-ray, CT scan, MRI) to diagnose digestive disorders. They also use these tools to perform therapeutic procedures such as removal of polyps, dilatation of strictures, and removal of foreign bodies.

At SRV Hospitals, we are dedicated to providing top-notch care to our patients.

Conditions

Gastroenterology is the medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive system. Some of the conditions that may be dealt with by a gastroenterologist include:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

General medicine physicians may diagnose and treat infectious diseases, such as flu, pneumonia, and urinary tract infections.

Peptic ulcer disease

A condition in which there are sores or ulcers in the lining of the stomach or duodenum, causing abdominal pain and discomfort.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

This includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, which are chronic conditions that cause inflammation in the digestive tract and lead to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, and weight loss.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

A condition in which there are symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits, without any evidence of an underlying disease.

Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases

These include gallstones and cholecystitis, which are conditions that affect the gallbladder and the ducts that carry bile from the liver to the small intestine.

Liver diseases

These include viral hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, and cirrhosis, which are conditions that affect the liver and can lead to liver failure if left untreated.

Pancreatic diseases

These include pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, which are conditions that affect the pancreas, an organ that produces enzymes and hormones necessary for digestion and metabolism.

Gastroenterologists may use a variety of diagnostic tests, such as endoscopy, colonoscopy, and imaging studies, to evaluate and diagnose gastrointestinal disorders. Treatment options may include medications, dietary modifications, and surgical interventions to manage and treat the underlying condition. Gastroenterologists may work in collaboration with other healthcare providers, such as surgeons and nutrition

Symptoms

Here are a few signs you should meet a gastroenterologist at SRV Hospital:

Ongoing diarrhoea. From food to infection to certain medications, many things can bring on a bout of diarrhoea
Constipation
Frequent or severe heartburn
Feeling unusually bloated
Sudden or severe abdominal pain
Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool
You're due for a colonoscopy

Advance Treatments with SRV Hospital

The following are some of the more common techniques that may be used for initial diagnosis and some forms of treatment:

Consult with Us

Gastroenterology

Dr. Keyur Sheth

MBBS, DNB - General Medicine, DNB - Gastroenterology, CCST - Gastroenterology Gastroenterologist

Chembur Not available

Gastroenterology

Dr. Nikhil Patil

M.B.B.S., D.N.B. (General Medicine), D.N.B. (Gastroenterology),

Dombivli Not available

Gastroenterology

Dr. Nikhil Bhangle

M.B.B.S., M.D.(General Medicine), DrNB (Medical Gastroenterology)

Dombivli Not available

Gastroenterology

Dr. Sreehari D

MBBS, MD, DNB

Bangalore Not available

FAQ’s

What are some of the common symptoms a Gastroenterologist might treat?

Patients with a set of digestive complaints or problems – abdominal pain, bleeding, heartburn, ulcer disease, hepatitis, colon polyps and cancer, diarrhoea or constipation, gallstones, pancreatitis – can consult a gastroenterologist for evaluation and treatment.

How do I prepare before an endoscopic procedure?

Fasting is usually required for at least six hours prior to an endoscopy. Evaluation of the large intestine (sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy) will require additional preparation. Patients are sedated with intravenous medications and usually have little or no recollection of the procedure. After recovery, the patient will require a drive home. Immediate resumption of a regular diet is the rule.

What are the services offered by SRV Hospital’s Gastroenterology department?

INTERVENTIONAL

CLINICAL

Colo
Fibre Optic Scan
Liver Clinic

Why should one pick SRV Hospital for their treatment?

Availability of latest technology
Worry-free experience
Tailor-made solutions for you
India’s most experienced doctors

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