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Dr Mp Sharma - Gastroenterologist

DR MP SHARMA

MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Gastroenterology.
Gastroenterologist

Introduction

Dr. M P Sharma is a graduate from Agra Medical College. Dr. M P Sharma has done MD in General Medicine and DM in Gastroenterology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi. Dr. M P Sharma had worked at Harvard Medical School, Boston, as Clinical fellow in Gastroenterology and Instructor in Medicine. Dr. M P Sharma joined the institute as faculty member in 1975 and continued working there till April 2004, when Dr. M P Sharma superannuated as Professor & Head of the Dept. of Gastroenterology and Chairman of Hospital Management Board. Dr. Sharma's contribution has resulted in Dr. M P Sharma's being President of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG), President of Indian Federation of Medical Ultrasound, President of the Geriatric Society, Executive Committee Member, Treasurer, Vice President of ISG, Dean of Indian College of Medical Ultrasound to name a few. Dr. M P Sharma is a fellow of National Academy of Medical Sciences, American College of Gastroenterology, College of Physicians of India and International Medical Sciences Academy. Dr. M P Sharma has published more than 380 papers in National and International Journals and Dr. M P Sharma has delivered over 150 invited lectures in various Medical Colleges and conferences world over including Glaxo Oration of National Academy if Medical Sciences (NAMS), 14th Nihal Markus Oration of the Gastroenterological and Digestive Endoscopy Society, Sri Lanka and World Congress of Gastroenterology etc. Dr. M P Sharma has been visiting professor of University of Bergen, Norway and Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences United Arab Emirates, Al Ain.

Hospital Associations

VPS Rockland Hospital

Services/Interest

  • Gastroenterologist
  • General Physician.

Experience

Dr. M P Sharma is one of the best doctors specialized in Gastroenterologist with 50 years of experience.

Professional Memberships

Former President Indian Society of Gastroenterology. Former President Indian Federation of Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology (IFUMB). Former President Geriatric Society of India.

Awards and Recognitions

Presidential Medal of Indian Society of Gastroenterology 2002 for outstanding contribution to the Indian Society of Gastroenterology. 2002 Gastroenterology Excellence Award 2003-2004 for distinguished contributions by Systopic “excellence through people & innovation”. 2003 Distinguished Service Award 2003-2004 in the field of Gastroenterology by Delhi Medical Association. 2003 Invited by Malaysian Liver Foundation as Guest Faculty of 5th Liver Update Workshop on 9th July, 2003 at Selangor, Malaysia and delivered 3 lectures. 2003 Ø Delivered Pfizer Oration of Indian Society of Gastroenterology at Chennai 22nd November 2003 on “Peptic Ulcer – Vin Viddi Vici not yet”. 2003 Boots Oration 1994 for Parasitology and Nutrition related to Gastroenterology by Indian Society of Gastroenterology. 1994 Unichem Lectureship in Gastroenterology 1992 by Associated of Physicians of India. 1992 Olympus Mitra Award (1988-89) for disseminating knowledge and expertise in endoscopy by the Indian Society of Gastroenterology. 1988 Dr. VN Misra Oration 1995 by Indian Medical Association (Meerut). 1995 Dr. BC Bansal – Dr. C Prakash Oration 1995 by Geriatric Society of India. 1995 LIC, Zee News, Swastha Bharat Samman 2011 for achieving excellence in the field of medical services and for contribution to the public healthcare system of India in the field of Gastroenterology. 2011 Asian Pecific Digestive Week 2011, Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Singapore, Certificate of Appreciation as an invited Faculty.

Education

MBBS - University Of Agra, 1964. MD - General Medicine - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 1968. DM - Gastroenterology - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 1973.

I Speak

English, Hindi

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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.