Gastroenterologist in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

When should you see a gastroenterologist?

• Acidity, heartburn or indigestion that keeps coming back
• Difficulty or pain when swallowing
• Tummy pain, bloating or a change in bowel habit lasting more than a few weeks
• Blood in the stool, or black stools
• Yellow eyes or skin (jaundice)
• Unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite
• Abnormal liver function tests or a fatty liver on ultrasound

Conditions we treat

• Acid reflux (GERD), gastritis and ulcers
• Liver problems, including fatty liver, hepatitis, jaundice and liver abscess
• Pancreatitis, acute and chronic
• Gallstones and bile duct stones, with the surgical team
• Bleeding from the stomach or bowel
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic constipation and diarrhoea
• Colon polyps and investigation of possible bowel cancer

Procedures available

• Upper GI endoscopy, including chromoendoscopy and magnification endoscopy
• Colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy
• ERCP for bile duct stones and blockages
• Liver biopsy (see below)

Liver biopsy

A liver biopsy removes a tiny sample of liver tissue with a thin needle so it can be examined under a microscope. It helps find the cause and severity of liver disease when blood tests and scans are not enough. It is usually done under local anaesthetic with ultrasound guidance, and you are monitored for a few hours afterwards because there is a small risk of bleeding. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: who performs liver biopsy (gastroenterologist or radiologist) and whether it is ultrasound-guided]

Our gastroenterology team

Gastroenterology services at Apex are supported by Apex Hospital’s medical team, including:

• Dipak Ahire, MD, DNB (Gastroenterology) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: Services page says MBBS, MD Gastroenterology; Doctors page says MD, DNB (Gastro). Confirm exact degrees]
• Dipak Shashi Kumar, MBBS, MD (Gastroenterology) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm super-speciality degree (DM or DNB Gastroenterology)]

Meet the team on our doctors page.

Gastroenterologist in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

Patients can see a specialist, have endoscopy or colonoscopy, and, if needed, surgery in one hospital. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.

Why patients choose Apex for digestive care

• Gastroenterologists and a general and laparoscopic surgeon in the same hospital
• Endoscopy, colonoscopy and ERCP on site
• ICU and 24/7 emergency care for serious bleeding and pancreatitis
• A NABH-accredited hospital with cashless insurance through partner TPAs

Frequently asked questions

What does a gastroenterologist treat?

A gastroenterologist treats problems of the digestive system, including the food pipe, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder and pancreas.

Do I need an endoscopy for acidity?

Not always. Many people improve with medicines and lifestyle changes. Endoscopy is advised if symptoms persist or there are warning signs like weight loss, vomiting or difficulty swallowing.

Can a gastroenterologist treat fatty liver?

Yes. Gastroenterologists assess fatty liver, check for liver damage and plan treatment, mainly through weight loss, diet, exercise and control of diabetes and cholesterol.

Is blood in the stool always serious?

Not always, as piles are a common cause, but it should always be checked by a doctor, especially if you are over 40 or have other symptoms.

Does Apex Hospital do ERCP?

Yes. ERCP is available at Apex for bile duct stones and blockages.

Sources

NHS: Gastroscopy