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Dr Arvind Khurana - Gastroenterologist

DR ARVIND KHURANA

MBBS, MD, DM, FRCP
Gastroenterologist
  • Fees: INR 600
  • Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Introduction

Dr. Arvind Khurana brings with him a rich experience of over 20 years in the various domains of gastroenterology. He has successfully performed over 75,000 Endoscopic procedures, including over 7000 cases of EPT & Biliary Stenting. Dr. Khurana routinely performs over 75 Pancreaticobiliary procedures every month. An M.D. in Medicine from Delhi University, Dr. Arvind Khurana has done his D.M. in Gastroenterology from G.B. Pant Hospital, DU in 1991. He is also a Fellow of the reputed Royal College of Physicians (F.R.C.P), Ireland. His areas of expertise include all kinds of metallic Stenting, foreign body removal, PTBD and pediatric endoscopy including in neonates. Widely known for his research work, Dr. Arvind Khurana has presented a number of papers including Vagal Nerve Dysfunction in patients with Corrosive Oesophageal Strictures, Foreign Bodies of Upper GI Tract – An experience of 161 Cases and Caroli’s Disease CT Evaluation.

Hospital Associations

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh

Services/Interest

  • Gastroenterology
  • Hepatology
  • Endoscopy
  • Onco-Gastroenterology

Experience

Dr Arvind Khurana is one of the best Gastroenterologists in Delhi with an experience of over 20 years. Prior to joining Fortis, Dr. Arvind Khurana was working as Sr. Consultant & Head, Department of Gastroenterology at Jaipur Golden Hospital. He was also attached with Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre as a Sr. Consultant.

Awards and Recognitions

Won the best video presentation in 2008 in International endoscopy workshop in Hyderabad. Guest editor for Gastroenterology in JIMSA, April-June, 2008.

Education

MBBS. MD - General Medicine. DM (Gastroenterology). Fellow of the reputed Royal College of Physicians (F.R.C.P), Ireland.

I Speak

English, Hindi.

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Fortis Hospital Shalimar Bagh Timing

Monday - Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Who is a gastroenterologist?

Gastroenterologists are the physicians who have extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the large intestine, small intestine, stomach, esophagus, and biliary system which is made up of liver, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts.

What does a gastroenterologist do?

Gastroenterologist primarily assesses the structure of the digestive tract and are experts in diseases of the digestive tract.

They specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of the following symptoms and conditions: Abdominal pain, bleeding in the digestive tract, colorectal cancer, stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, constipation and diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, polyps, diverticular disease, Crohn's disease, gallbladder disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), colitis, heartburn, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), hemorrhoids, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, and ulcers.

When should you see a gastroenterologist?

You should see a gastroenterologist if you're experiencing any of the following symptoms:

  • Abdominal pain or bloating
  • Bowel movement urges that are hard to control
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Dark urine
  • Diarrhea
  • Esophageal pain
  • Excessive gas or belching
  • Heartburn (acid reflux)
  • Leakage/underwear stains
  • Lethargy
  • Loss of appetite or weight
  • Pale-colored stools
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Vomiting

What diseases do Gastroenterologists treat?

A gastroenterologist treats any condition affecting the gut, such as:

  • Oesophagitis, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, and duodenal ulceration.
  • Inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn’s disease.
  • Malignancy (cancer) and benign (non-cancerous) tumors of the gut.
  • Hepatitis
  • Hiatal hernia
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver disease

What procedures do gastroenterologists perform?

Endoscopic ultrasounds to examine the upper and lower tract and other internal organs. Colonoscopies to detect colon cancer. Cholangiopancreatography to identify tumors, gallstones, or scar tissue in the bile duct area. Sigmoidoscopies to evaluate blood loss in the bowel. Liver biopsies to assess fibrosis and inflammation. Capsule endoscopies to examine the small intestine. Double balloon enteroscopy to examine the small intestine.

What happens in your first appointment with a gastroenterologist?

Your gastroenterologist will begin by asking you about the symptoms you have been getting, the duration of the symptoms, any previous tests, and treatments, risk factors, other medical problems, medications, allergies, and social history and will conduct an examination and provide a list of tests.