Gastroenterology
Chief & Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology and HepatologyMore than 15 Years of Experience
Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
Bangalore
Dr. Avinash B is the Chief of Medical Gastroenterology and Hepatology at MS Ramaiah Memorial Hospitals, Bengaluru. He holds MD, DNB and DM in Gastroenterology and has more than 15 years of experience in Gastroenterology.
Dr. Avinash completed his MBBS from Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool, followed by MD and DNB in General Medicine from Sri Venkateshwara Medical College, Tirupati. He subsequently completed his DM in Gastroenterology from Christian Medical College, Vellore.
His major areas of clinical expertise include biliary tract diseases, pancreatic diseases and inflammatory bowel diseases. He has extensive experience in advanced gastrointestinal endoscopy and therapeutic procedures.
Dr. Avinash has performed more than 20,000 endoscopies, 10,000 colonoscopies, 5,000 ERCPs and 1,000 endoscopic ultrasound procedures. His special interests include ERCP and EUS.
He underwent specialized training in endosonography in Denmark under Dr. Peter Vilmann. He is also the coordinator for the Advanced Endoscopic Fellowship in ERCP and EUS at MS Ramaiah Memorial Hospitals.
He received the Train the Trainer Award from the World Gastroenterology Organisation in 2018 and the Asian Endoscopic Ultrasound Group Award in 2020. He is also associated with several professional gastroenterology and hepatology organisations.
Dr. Avinash is actively involved in academic activities and serves as faculty at national and international Gastroenterology conferences. He has also contributed to advanced endoscopic procedures and research in the field.
Comprehensive evaluation and management of gastrointestinal, liver, biliary and pancreatic disorders.
Specialist evaluation and management of liver diseases and related hepatobiliary conditions.
Endoscopic evaluation of the upper gastrointestinal tract for diagnosis and management of selected digestive disorders.
Endoscopic examination of the colon for evaluation of gastrointestinal symptoms and selected colorectal conditions.
Advanced endoscopic procedure used for evaluation and treatment of selected bile duct and pancreatic duct disorders.
Specialized endoscopic ultrasound used to evaluate selected gastrointestinal, pancreatic, biliary and surrounding conditions.
Evaluation and management of selected diseases affecting the bile ducts and biliary system.
Medical and endoscopic management of selected pancreatic diseases and related complications.
Comprehensive assessment and medical management of inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Evaluation and ongoing management of selected acute and chronic liver diseases.
Assessment and management of pancreatic inflammation and associated gastrointestinal complications.
Non-invasive breath testing used in the evaluation of selected gastrointestinal and digestive conditions.
Specialized testing used to assess the function and movement of selected parts of the gastrointestinal tract.
MD, DNB, DM (CMC)
Endoscopy, colonoscopy, breath test, ERCP, EUS, manometry
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Quick answers to common questions about DR. AVINASH B
Dr. Avinash B is the Chief of Medical Gastroenterology and Hepatology at MS Ramaiah Memorial Hospitals, Bengaluru, with more than 15 years of experience.
He holds MD, DNB and DM in Gastroenterology. He completed his MBBS from Kurnool Medical College and DM in Gastroenterology from Christian Medical College, Vellore.
His key areas of expertise include biliary tract diseases, pancreatic diseases and inflammatory bowel diseases, along with advanced endoscopic procedures.
Yes. ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) are among his special areas of interest. His profile reports extensive experience performing both procedures.
Dr. Avinash B has been practising Gastroenterology for more than 15 years.
Dr. Avinash B is associated with MS Ramaiah Memorial Hospitals, Bengaluru, Karnataka.
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