Dr. Shankar Bhanushali - Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist & Therapeutic Endoscopist

Dr. Shankar Bhanushali – Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist in Navi Mumbai

Gastroenterology

Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist & Therapeutic Endoscopist

12+ Years of Overall Medical Experience with 6+ Years of Specialised Experience in Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Terna Speciality Hospital & Research Centre

Navi Mumbai

5.0★★★★★4 reviews

About Dr. Shankar Bhanushali

Dr. Shankar Bhanushali is an experienced Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist in Navi Mumbai with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the digestive system, liver, pancreas and gallbladder.

His major areas of clinical interest include liver disease, fatty liver, hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatic disorders and other complex gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr. Shankar Bhanushali also specialises in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy and selected interventional endoscopic treatments.

His clinical practice includes management of acid reflux, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, pancreatitis and gallbladder-related digestive disorders.

He also has a special interest in liver transplantation-related care, including evaluation and follow-up of patients with advanced liver disease.

Dr. Shankar Bhanushali follows an evidence-based and patient-centred approach with emphasis on accurate diagnosis, appropriate endoscopic intervention and personalised long-term digestive and liver care.

Other Information

Treatments Provided by Dr. Shankar Bhanushali

GERD Treatment

Evaluation and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease causing heartburn, acid regurgitation, chest discomfort or throat-related symptoms.

Gastritis Treatment

Diagnosis and management of inflammation of the stomach lining caused by infection, medications, acid-related disease or other factors.

Peptic Ulcer Treatment

Medical and endoscopic management of ulcers affecting the stomach or duodenum, including assessment for bleeding or H. pylori infection.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment

Long-term management of abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits associated with irritable bowel syndrome.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Management

Diagnosis and treatment of chronic inflammatory bowel conditions such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Fatty Liver Treatment

Assessment and long-term management of fatty liver disease with focus on metabolic risk factors, lifestyle modification and liver health monitoring.

Liver Cirrhosis Management

Comprehensive care for chronic liver scarring, including monitoring of complications, nutritional support and transplant evaluation when required.

Hepatitis Management

Evaluation and treatment of viral, metabolic and other causes of liver inflammation with appropriate investigations and follow-up.

Pancreatitis Treatment

Diagnosis and management of acute or chronic pancreatic inflammation using medical treatment, imaging and endoscopic intervention when appropriate.

Pancreatic Disorder Management

Evaluation of pancreatic conditions affecting digestion, enzyme production and pancreatic structure using appropriate imaging and endoscopic tests.

Gallbladder Disease Management

Assessment and management of gallstones, bile duct problems and related digestive symptoms.

Gastrointestinal Bleeding Management

Urgent evaluation and endoscopic treatment of bleeding from the stomach, esophagus, small bowel or colon.

Diagnostic Endoscopy

Endoscopic examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract to investigate symptoms such as swallowing difficulty, persistent pain, vomiting or bleeding.

Therapeutic Endoscopy

Advanced endoscopic procedures used to treat selected gastrointestinal problems without conventional open surgery.

Colonoscopy

Endoscopic examination of the colon and rectum for evaluation of bleeding, altered bowel habits, polyps, inflammatory bowel disease and cancer screening.

ERCP

Specialised endoscopic procedure used to diagnose and treat selected bile duct and pancreatic duct disorders.

Liver Transplant Evaluation

Comprehensive assessment of patients with advanced liver disease to determine suitability for liver transplantation.

Post Liver Transplant Care

Long-term follow-up after liver transplantation with monitoring of liver function, medication response and transplant-related complications.

Education & Qualifications

MBBS, DNB (General Medicine), DNB (Gastroenterology)

Services

Acid Reflux Treatment, GERD Management, Gastritis Treatment, Peptic Ulcer Treatment, Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Management, Liver Disease Treatment, Liver Cirrhosis Management, Fatty Liver Treatment, Hepatitis Management, Pancreatitis Treatment, Pancreatic Disorder Management, Gallbladder Disease Management, Gastrointestinal Bleeding Management, Diagnostic Endoscopy, Therapeutic Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP, Liver Transplant Evaluation, Post Liver Transplant Care

Patient Testimonials

What Patients Say About Dr. Shankar Bhanushali

Genuine patient experiences and treatment feedback.

5.0
4 reviews
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Queenlas G

Verified

Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai • Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment

5.0

Excellent IBS Treatment Guidance

I visited Dr. Shankar Bhanushali for recurring abdominal pain, bloating and bowel problems. He explained the possible triggers and gave me a clear treatment and dietary plan. The consultation was detailed and reassuring.

T

Thilak Varma

Verified

Airoli, Navi Mumbai • Pancreatitis Treatment

5.0

Professional Pancreatitis Care

We consulted Dr. Shankar Bhanushali for pancreatitis-related abdominal pain. He reviewed the scans and blood reports carefully and explained the treatment, diet and follow-up requirements in simple language.

R

Ragul M

Verified

Nerul, Navi Mumbai • Liver Disease Management

5.0

Excellent Liver Disease Consultation

I consulted Dr. Shankar Bhanushali for abnormal liver test results and fatty liver concerns. He reviewed my reports carefully and explained the condition, diet changes and follow-up plan clearly. His guidance was practical and easy to understand.

E

Eran Louh

Verified

Nerul, Navi Mumbai • Diagnostic Endoscopy

5.0

Very Helpful Endoscopy Experience

Dr. Shankar Bhanushali explained why an endoscopy was required and what the procedure would involve. The entire process was clearly communicated, which made me feel much more comfortable before the test.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Shankar Bhanushali

01

Does Dr. Shankar Bhanushali provide liver transplant-related care?

Yes. Liver transplantation is one of his documented areas of interest, including evaluation and follow-up of patients with advanced liver disease.

02

Does Dr. Shankar Bhanushali treat pancreatitis and pancreatic disorders?

Yes. Pancreatic disorders, including pancreatitis, are included among his areas of gastroenterology expertise.

03

Does Dr. Shankar Bhanushali treat IBS and inflammatory bowel disease?

Yes. His official profile specifically lists both irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease among the digestive conditions he treats.

04

Does Dr. Shankar Bhanushali perform endoscopy?

Yes. Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy are among Dr. Shankar Bhanushali’s main areas of expertise.

05

Does Dr. Shankar Bhanushali treat liver disease?

Yes. Dr. Shankar Bhanushali specialises in Hepatology and manages conditions including fatty liver disease, hepatitis, liver cirrhosis and other chronic liver disorders.

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