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Dr Gourdas Choudhuri - Gastroenterologist

DR GOURDAS CHOUDHURI

MBBS, MD, DM
Gastroenterologist
  • Fees: INR 1,200
  • Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Introduction

Dr. Gourdas Choudhuri is one of the best Gastroentrologist in Gurgaon with an experience of over 34 years in his field. Dr. Gourdas Choudhuri is a leading gastro-enterologist, medical educator, researcher of national eminence, as well as a columnist and philanthropist. He is trained from AllMS, New Delhi. Dr. Gourdas Choudhuri was the first to start Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Extra Corporeal Shockwave Biliary Lithotripsy in India (ESWL).

Hospital Associations

Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon

Services/Interest

  • Liver and GI diseases
  • Endoscopy
  • ESWL
  • EUS

Experience

Dr. Gourdas Choudhuri is one of the top gastro-enterologists in Gurgaon and has an experience of more than 34 years. He has been the president of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology and is a revered teacher. Dr. Gourdas Choudhuri has over 200 scientific publications as well as several orations and awards to his credit. With over 30 years in the profession, Dr. Choudhuri brings vast experience and expertise in diagnosis and management of a wide range of liver and GI diseases. Dr. Gourdas Choudhuri is also a skilled endoscopist.

Professional Memberships

Former President and Honorary Secretary, Indian Society of Gastroenterology.

Awards and Recognitions

Fellowship in Gastroenterology- Japan. Fellowship in Health Promotion- Australia. Fellowship in Biliarylithotripsy- Germany. Fellow, American College of Gastroenterology (FACG). Fellow, Indian College of Physicians (FICP). Fellow, Academy of Medicine, Singapore (FAMS). Fellow, Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (FRCPI). WHO-Fellow. World Health Organisation.

Education

MBBS - JIPMER, Pondicherry. MD (Medicine) - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. DM (Gastroenterology) - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.

I Speak

English, Hindi

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Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon Timing

Monday - Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 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.