Welcome to the Gastroenterology department at Shri Sai! Our team is led by Dr. Kishore Sharma, a highly skilled and experienced physician with over 20 years of expertise in the field. Dr. Sharma is dedicated to providing our patients with exceptional care. He is supported by a team of qualified gastroenterologists who share his passion for excellence.

What is Gastroenterology?

Gastroenterology is a medical specialty that deals with the digestive system and its disorders. This includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. Gastroenterologists are physicians who specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases of the digestive system.

What services do we offer at Shri Sai Hospitals?

At Shri Sai Hospital's Gastroenterology department, we offer a wide range of services to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal disorders, including:

• Diagnostic procedures: We offer a variety of diagnostic procedures, including endoscopy, colonoscopy, and capsule endoscopy, to help diagnose and treat gastrointestinal conditions.
• Therapeutic procedures: Our team of gastroenterologists is skilled in performing various ranges of therapeutic procedures to treat gastrointestinal conditions. These procedures include dilation, stent placement, and polyp removal.
• Treatment of liver disease: We offer comprehensive care for patients with liver disease, including viral hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and cirrhosis.
• Treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Our team provides personalized treatment plans for patients with IBD, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
• Treatment of acid reflux and heartburn: We offer a variety of treatments for acid reflux and heartburn, including medication management and lifestyle modifications.
• Treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding: Our team is experienced in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal bleeding, including upper and lower GI bleeding.

What diagnostic procedures do we offer at Shri Sai Hospital?

We offer a range of diagnostic procedures to help diagnose and treat gastrointestinal conditions, including:

• Upper endoscopy: A procedure that uses a flexible tube with a camera to examine the upper digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.
• Colonoscopy: A procedure that uses a flexible tube with a camera to examine the colon and rectum.
• Capsule endoscopy: A procedure that uses a small, pill-sized camera to take pictures of the digestive system as it passes through the body.
• Endoscopic ultrasound: A procedure that uses a small, flexible tube with a camera and ultrasound probe to examine the digestive system and surrounding organs.
• ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography): A procedure that combines endoscopy and X-rays to examine the bile ducts and pancreas.
• pH monitoring: A procedure that measures the amount of acid in the esophagus to diagnose acid reflux and GERD.
• Breath tests: A non-invasive test that measures the gases produced by bacteria in the digestive system to diagnose conditions such as lactose intolerance and bacterial overgrowth.

What therapeutic procedures do we offer at Shri Sai Hospitals?

Our team of gastroenterologists is skilled in performing a range of therapeutic procedures to treat gastrointestinal conditions, including:

• Dilation: A procedure that involves stretching a narrowed area of the digestive system, such as the esophagus or colon, to allow for easier passage of food or stool.
• Liver transplantation: In cases where the liver disease has progressed to end-stage liver disease, we work closely with our transplant team to coordinate liver transplantation.
• Stent placement: A procedure that involves placing a small, expandable tube in a narrowed area of the digestive system to keep it open.
• Polyp removal: A procedure that involves removing polyps, which are abnormal growths in the colon, to prevent them from developing into cancer.
• Hemorrhoid banding: A procedure that involves placing small rubber bands around hemorrhoids to cut off their blood supply and cause them to shrink and fall off.
• Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR): A procedure that involves removing abnormal tissue from the digestive system using a thin wire loop passed through an endoscope.
• Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD): A procedure similar to EMR that removes larger or more complex lesions from the digestive system.