Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist & Interventional Endoscopist | 12+ Years ExperienceDr. Hemanth Chinthala is a highly skilled Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, and Interventional Endoscopist with over 12 years of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of digestive, liver, pancreatic, and biliary disorders. He is currently associated with Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, Hyderabad, and is known for his patient-centric approach, clinical excellence, and commitment to delivering evidence-based care.He completed his MBBS from Osmania Medical College, followed by an MD in Internal Medicine from PGIMER, Chandigarh, one of India's premier medical institutes. He further pursued a DM in Medical Gastroenterology from CMC Vellore, where he subsequently served as an Assistant Professor for two years, contributing to clinical care, academic training, and research. Dr. Hemanth also holds the ESEGH (UK) qualification and has enhanced his expertise through international training and observerships.His clinical expertise spans the management of liver diseases including fatty liver, alcoholic liver disease, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and acute and chronic liver failure. He has extensive experience in treating inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal bleeding, pancreatitis, pancreatic lesions, obstructive jaundice, bile duct stones, biliary strictures, gastrointestinal cancers, anemia, and nutrition-related gastrointestinal disorders.Dr. Hemanth is proficient in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including Upper GI Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP, EUS, Image-Enhanced Endoscopy, Capsule Endoscopy, Balloon Enteroscopy, Intestinal Ultrasound (IUS), Esophageal Manometry, and pH Studies. His expertise in advanced endoscopy enables accurate diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment of complex gastrointestinal conditions.Fluent in English, Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil, Dr. Hemanth believes in clear communication and personalized treatment planning, ensuring that every patient receives comprehensive care tailored to their individual needs.Awards & Recognition1-Sir George Frederick Stanley Silver Medal (Batch 2020) for Excellence in DM/DNB Medical Gastroenterology across Tamil Nadu State (2023).2-Winner of the DM/DNB Gastroenterology Tamil Nadu State-Level Quiz at Midterm TNISGCON 2022.3-First Prize in Poster Presentation among Medical Faculty at the 15th Annual Research Day 2025, CMC Vellore.4-Recipient of the International Travel Grant from the Research Office, CMC Vellore, for participation in the 20th ECCO Congress 2025, Berlin, Germany.5-Awarded the Professional Enhancement Grant (2025–2026) by Tata Trusts for a Clinical Observership at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia.6-Successfully completed an Advanced Clinical Observership at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia, with specialized training in Intestinal Ultrasound (IUS) and Advanced Endoscopy.Professional Memberships1-Lifetime Member, Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)2-Lifetime Member, Indian National Association for Study of the Liver (INASL)3-Lifetime Member, Colitis and Crohn's Foundation, India (CCF India)4-Member, European Crohn's and Colitis Organisation (ECCO)5-Trainee Member, Gastroenterology Network of Intestinal Ultrasound (GENIUS), Australia6-Lifetime Member, Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI)Languages Spoken: English, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil