46 Gastroenterologists available in Delhi

A gastroenterologist is a doctor who specializes in analysis as well as treatment of disorders of gastrointestinal tract and liver. Gastroenterology is basically a branch of medicine which deals with diseases which affect the gastrointestinal tract, which encompasses organs from your mouth till the anus.

2. Disorders of which body parts are treated by a Gastroenterologist?

Disorders of your stomach, liver, entire digestive tract, oesophagus, small intestine, rectum, colon, pancreas, gall bladder and bile ducts are treated by a gastroenterologist

3. Can a Gastroenterologist perform colonoscopy?

Yes, a gastroenterologist can perform colonoscopy. As a gastroenterologist receives special training in treating gastrointestinal diseases, he or she can easily perform colonoscopy.

4. Is endoscopy safe?

Yes, endoscopy is a totally safe procedure. In only very rare cases, complications crop up and these include bleeding. The risk of bleeding complications after an endoscopy is increased if the process involves the removal of a piece of tissue for the purpose of testing (this is known as biopsy) or treatment of any kind of digestive system disease.

5. When should one consult a Gastroenterologist immediately?

You should consult a gastroenterologist immediately if you experience diarrhoea or are suffering from constant heartburn, you suspect gall stones, your diet is leading to bloating in the body, ulcer in stomach, constipation or you have to get a colonoscopy done. Cancer screening is also done by gastroenterologists.

Dr. Vikas Jindal

Gastroenterologist

12 years experience overall

Punjabi Bagh,Delhi

MGS Super Speciality Hospital + 4 more

₹1000 Consultation fee at clinic

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Name	Recommended By	Review Count	Years of Experience	Fee
Dr. Manish Kumar Chhabra	100%	2	16	1000
Dr. Gaurav Maurya	77%	13	17	1300
Dr. Subhashish Das	100%	1	19	1500
Dr. Naresh Bansal	92%	466	24	1500
Dr. Nishant Nagpal	81%	37	22	1300
Dr. Sandeep Bhagat	98%	42	28	1800
Dr. Ankit Gupta	71%	16	19	1100
Dr. Manoj Kumar	45%	73	39	1200
Dr. Vikas Jindal	98%	62	12	1000

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Who are Gastroenterologists?

Gastroenterology is the field of medicine that focuses on the study of the digestive system and disorders affecting organs from the mouth to anus. Gastroenterologists are doctors who are specialized in examining, diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases and disorders related to digestive system organs.

What are the qualifications of Gastroenterologists?

A 5-year medical degree [MBBS], recognized by the General Medical Council, and a 2-year foundation course of general training in Gastroenterology are the basic requirements for an individual to be a Gastroenterologist. Additionally, the following are the specialties or extra qualifications required to be a Gastroenterologist:

Diplomate in Gastroenterology
CCST - Gastroenterology
DNB - Gastroenterology
DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology
Fellowship in Gastroenterology
FRCP - Gastroenterology
MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I.Surgery
Ph. D - Gastroenterology & Human Nutrition Unit
DM - Gastroenterology
MRCS (UK)
MRCP (UK)

Are Gastroenterologists and Proctologists the same?

Gastroenterologists and Proctologists are similar, but not the same. Gastroenterologists perform non-surgical procedures related to the complete digestive system. Proctologists specifically focus on the lower digestive system and perform corrective surgeries to repair the colon, rectum or anus. They perform surgeries that can involve the removal of parts of organs, or the removal of whole organs, like the gallbladder.

Do Gastroenterologists perform surgeries?

No, Gastroenterologists do not perform surgeries. They can perform diagnostic procedures such as endoscopy, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopies, biopsies, etc.

What are the areas of application of Gastroenterology?

Some of the areas of application of Gastroenterology:

Hepatology
Pancreatic diseases
Transplantation
Inflammatory bowel disease
Gastrointestinal cancer
Endoscopic surveillance
Reflux esophagitis

What are the procedures performed by a Gastroenterologist?

Some of the non-surgical procedures performed are:

Endoscopic ultrasound
Colonoscopies
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Sigmoidoscopies
Liver biopsies
Capsule endoscopies
Double balloon enteroscopy
Percutaneous gastrostomy
Lactose intolerance test

What are the medical conditions that can be treated by a Gastroenterologist?

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat a variety of diseases related to the digestive system organs. The following are some of the medical conditions they treat:

Constipation and diarrhea
Ulcerative colitis
Hemorrhoids
Liver cancer
Hepatitis
Gastric ulcers
Peptic ulcers
Pancreatitis
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Crohn’s disease
Celiac disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Gallbladder disease
Stomach cancer
Colon cancer
Polyps
Cirrhosis

How do I consult a Gastroenterologist?

You can consult a Gastroenterologist either online or offline. However, depending on the availability of the doctor and the convenience of the patient, pre-booking may be required for consultation.

How often should a Gastroenterologist be consulted?

A patient who is diagnosed with the digestive disorder should visit Gastroenterologist once a month. However, a healthy person must visit Gastroenterologist once in 5-6 years to check the condition of the digestive system.