Gastroenterology

Comprehensive Care for Your Digestive Health

We provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for conditions affecting the digestive system, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and gastrointestinal tract.

Our team provides patient-centred care ranging from common digestive complaints to complex gastrointestinal and liver conditions, with appropriate diagnostic evaluation, medical treatment, preventive care, and follow-up.

Gastroenterology care at Annammal Hospital
Comprehensive Care Digestive & Liver Health

Our Gastroenterology Services

Comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and long-term management for digestive and liver conditions.

Comprehensive Consultation

Detailed evaluation of digestive symptoms, medical history and individual health needs.

Digestive Disorders

Evaluation and management of abdominal pain, acidity, reflux, gastritis and bowel disorders.

Liver Care

Assessment and management of fatty liver, hepatitis, jaundice and chronic liver conditions.

Endoscopy

Appropriate endoscopic evaluation and diagnostic procedures based on clinical requirements.

Surgical Gastroenterology

Surgical evaluation and treatment of selected gastrointestinal and abdominal conditions.

Preventive Digestive Care

Guidance focused on nutrition, lifestyle, metabolic health and digestive disease prevention.

Gastrointestinal Conditions

01

Acid Reflux & GERD

Evaluation and treatment of persistent heartburn, acid reflux, regurgitation and related digestive symptoms.

02

Gastritis & Peptic Ulcer Disease

Assessment and management of stomach inflammation, ulcers, abdominal discomfort and nausea.

03

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Management of recurrent abdominal discomfort associated with constipation, diarrhoea or both.

04

Constipation & Diarrhoea

Evaluation of persistent or recurrent bowel problems and identification of underlying causes.

05

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Assessment of blood in stools, black stools or unexplained anaemia to identify possible causes.

06

Chronic Digestive Conditions

Long-term evaluation and follow-up for chronic gastrointestinal and liver-related conditions.

Liver care and gastroenterology
Liver & Digestive Care

Protecting Your Liver Health

Our gastroenterology team provides evaluation and management of liver-related conditions.

Fatty liver disease
Hepatitis and liver infections
Abnormal liver function tests
Chronic liver disease
Jaundice
Other liver-related conditions

Early evaluation and appropriate follow-up can help manage liver problems and reduce the risk of complications.

Gallbladder & Pancreatic Care

Medical evaluation for conditions affecting the gallbladder, bile ducts and pancreas.

Gallbladder & Biliary Disorders

  • Gallstones
  • Gallbladder inflammation
  • Biliary disorders
  • Other gallbladder conditions

Pancreatic Disorders

  • Pancreatitis
  • Other pancreatic conditions
  • Medical evaluation
  • Surgical coordination when required

Surgical Gastroenterology

Surgical evaluation and treatment for selected conditions affecting the digestive system and abdominal organs.

Gallbladder Surgery

  • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
  • Surgery for complicated gallbladder conditions

Appendix Surgery

  • Laparoscopic appendicectomy
  • Open appendicectomy when required

Hernia Surgery

  • Inguinal hernia repair
  • Umbilical hernia repair
  • Incisional hernia repair

Stomach & Intestinal Surgery

  • Small bowel surgery
  • Large bowel / colon surgery
  • Intestinal obstruction surgery
  • Perforation surgery

Colorectal Surgery

  • Colon and rectal surgery
  • Complicated colorectal disorders
  • Intestinal and rectal procedures

Emergency GI Surgery

  • Acute appendicitis
  • Intestinal obstruction
  • Perforated abdominal conditions
  • Complicated gallbladder disease
Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Surgery

Where appropriate, laparoscopic surgery may provide several potential advantages for suitable patients.

01 Smaller incisions
02 Reduced post-operative discomfort
03 Lower wound-related complications
04 Shorter hospital stay for selected procedures
05 Faster recovery and return to routine activities

The choice between laparoscopic and open surgery depends on the patient's condition, medical history, complexity of disease and surgical assessment.

Endoscopy & Colonoscopy

Endoscopy is an important part of gastrointestinal diagnosis and treatment.

01

Upper GI Endoscopy

Examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract based on clinical requirements.

02

Colonoscopy

Examination of the large intestine and rectum for selected symptoms and screening.

03

Endoscopic Biopsy

Tissue sampling may be performed when clinically indicated for diagnosis.

04

Polyp Removal

Removal of selected gastrointestinal polyps when clinically appropriate.

Comprehensive Surgical Care

From pre-operative assessment through recovery, our team provides coordinated surgical support.

01

Pre-operative Evaluation

Detailed clinical assessment and appropriate investigations before surgery.

02

Modern Surgical Techniques

Selection of laparoscopic, minimally invasive, or conventional surgery according to condition.

03

Post-operative Care

Pain management, wound care, nutritional support, monitoring, discharge planning and follow-up.

Digestive Health & Preventive Care

Digestive health is closely linked with nutrition, lifestyle, body weight, metabolic health and other medical conditions.

Healthy eating
Weight management
Fatty liver prevention and management
Alcohol-related liver risk
Diabetes and metabolic health
Appropriate gastrointestinal screening

When Should You Consult a Gastroenterologist?

Persistent abdominal pain
Frequent acidity or heartburn
Difficulty swallowing
Recurrent vomiting
Persistent bloating
Long-standing constipation
Recurrent diarrhoea
Blood in stools
Black stools
Unexplained weight loss
Jaundice
Abnormal liver function tests

Why Choose Us?

Comprehensive Digestive Care

Evaluation and management of gastrointestinal, liver, gallbladder and pancreatic conditions.

Modern Diagnostic Approach

Appropriate laboratory, imaging and endoscopic evaluation based on clinical need.

Personalized Treatment

Treatment plans tailored to symptoms, diagnosis, medical history and individual requirements.

Coordinated Specialist Care

Integration with General Medicine, General Surgery, Critical Care and other specialties when required.

Preventive Approach

Focus on early detection, risk-factor management and long-term digestive health.

Compassionate Care

Patient-centred treatment with clear communication and compassionate attention.