Gastroenterology
Consultant – Gastroenterology10 Years
Fortis Hospital Anandapur
Kolkata
Dr. Tuhin Mitra is a consultant gastroenterologist associated with Fortis Healthcare in Kolkata. His medical speciality includes Gastroenterology and Hepatobiliary Sciences, with a particular interest in acute pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease and hepatology. The official Fortis Healthcare profile displays 10 years of professional experience, reflecting his background in digestive system and liver disease management.
Dr. Tuhin Mitra holds an MBBS, MD in General Medicine and DM in Gastroenterology. His medical education includes undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications from the University of Delhi and specialised gastroenterology training at Banaras Hindu University. These qualifications provide a foundation in internal medicine, digestive disorders, liver diseases and gastrointestinal investigations.
His documented clinical interests include acute pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease and hepatology. Pancreatitis involves inflammation of the pancreas and may require specialist evaluation, hospital-based treatment and monitoring for complications. Inflammatory bowel diseases, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, are chronic inflammatory conditions requiring individualised treatment and long-term follow-up.
Dr. Mitra's practice also covers the evaluation of gastrointestinal and liver-related symptoms. Patients may require assessment for abdominal pain, digestive difficulties, bowel habit changes, gastrointestinal inflammation or abnormal liver investigations. Depending on the diagnosis, evaluation can include laboratory testing, imaging, endoscopy and other specialised diagnostic procedures.
Supplementary professional profiles associate Dr. Tuhin Mitra with gastrointestinal endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic foreign body removal and liver biopsy evaluation. These procedures may help identify and assess conditions affecting the digestive tract, pancreas and liver. Their suitability depends on clinical indications, patient health and the availability of appropriate facilities.
Dr. Tuhin Mitra has received the Best Resident Award in the Gastroenterology Young Masters Program at AIIMS, New Delhi, as reported by his official Fortis Healthcare profile. Patients seeking consultation for digestive health concerns, pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease or liver-related conditions in Kolkata can contact Fortis Healthcare to verify his current hospital location and appointment availability.
Acute pancreatitis is sudden inflammation of the pancreas that can cause severe upper abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Common causes include gallstones and alcohol-related pancreatic injury. Treatment depends on severity and may involve hospital monitoring, intravenous fluids, pain management, nutritional support and treatment of the underlying cause.
Chronic pancreatitis is long-standing inflammation that gradually damages pancreatic tissue. It may lead to recurring abdominal pain, poor digestion, weight loss and diabetes. Management includes identifying causes, managing pain, providing pancreatic enzyme replacement when indicated, nutritional support and assessing complications that may need specialist intervention.
Inflammatory bowel disease includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which cause chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. Symptoms may include diarrhoea, abdominal pain, rectal bleeding and weight loss. Treatment focuses on controlling inflammation, maintaining remission, monitoring complications and improving nutrition through individualised medical care.
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract. It may cause abdominal pain, persistent diarrhoea, fatigue and nutritional deficiencies. Management can include anti-inflammatory or immune-modifying medicines, dietary support, regular monitoring and surgery when complications require intervention.
Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine and rectum. Symptoms commonly include bloody diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort and bowel urgency. Treatment may involve aminosalicylates, corticosteroids for selected flares, immune-modifying therapies and regular assessment to monitor disease activity.
Liver cirrhosis develops when long-term liver injury produces scarring that interferes with normal liver function. Causes include chronic viral hepatitis, alcohol-related liver disease and metabolic liver disorders. Management focuses on treating the cause, monitoring complications, nutritional care and evaluating the need for advanced liver treatment.
Hepatitis refers to inflammation of the liver caused by viral infections, medications, autoimmune conditions or other factors. Evaluation may include blood tests, liver imaging and assessment of the underlying cause. Treatment differs by diagnosis and may involve antiviral medicines, immune-directed treatment or supportive care.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease occurs when stomach contents repeatedly flow back into the oesophagus, causing heartburn, regurgitation or chest discomfort. Management may include dietary adjustments, weight management, acid-suppressing medication and further investigations when symptoms persist or warning signs are present.
Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy uses a flexible camera to examine the oesophagus, stomach and first part of the small intestine. It may be recommended for swallowing difficulty, gastrointestinal bleeding, persistent symptoms or suspected ulcers. Tissue samples and selected treatments can sometimes be performed during the procedure.
Endoscopic ultrasound combines an endoscope with ultrasound imaging to examine the digestive tract and nearby organs, including the pancreas and bile ducts. It may help evaluate abnormal tissue, pancreatic lesions or gastrointestinal conditions. In selected situations, tissue samples can be obtained using guided needle techniques.
Endoscopic foreign body removal is used to retrieve selected swallowed objects or impacted food from the digestive tract. The procedure involves specialised instruments introduced through an endoscope. Urgency depends on the object's type, size and location, as sharp objects, batteries and complete obstructions may require emergency intervention.
A liver biopsy involves collecting a small liver tissue sample for microscopic examination. It may be recommended when blood tests, imaging or other investigations cannot adequately establish the diagnosis or severity of liver disease. The decision considers potential benefits, bleeding risks and alternative non-invasive investigations.
FibroScan is a non-invasive investigation that measures liver stiffness using transient elastography. It can help assess liver fibrosis in selected patients with chronic liver conditions. The findings are interpreted alongside blood tests, clinical history and imaging because inflammation and other factors may influence the results.
Gastrointestinal bleeding can originate from the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine or colon. Symptoms may include vomiting blood, black stools or rectal bleeding. Investigation depends on the patient's condition and may involve laboratory tests, endoscopy, colonoscopy or imaging to identify the source and guide treatment.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder of gut-brain interaction characterised by recurring abdominal pain associated with changes in bowel movements. Treatment may involve dietary modification, symptom-directed medication, stress management and reassurance after appropriate evaluation excludes concerning underlying conditions or warning signs.
Gastrointestinal polyps are abnormal tissue growths found within the digestive tract, commonly in the colon or stomach. Some may have precancerous potential. Endoscopy or colonoscopy can identify polyps, and selected growths may be removed for laboratory examination depending on their size, appearance and location.
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Gastroenterology)
Acute Pancreatitis Management, Chronic Pancreatitis Evaluation, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Treatment, Crohn's Disease Management, Ulcerative Colitis Treatment, Liver Disease Management, Hepatitis Evaluation, Liver Cirrhosis Assessment, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Management, Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound, Endoscopic Foreign Body Removal, Liver Biopsy Evaluation, Gastrointestinal Bleeding Assessment, FibroScan Assessment, Gastrointestinal Disorder Consultation
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Dr. Tuhin Mitra is a consultant gastroenterologist associated with Fortis Healthcare in Kolkata. His documented clinical interests include acute pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease and hepatology, with a focus on the diagnosis and management of digestive system and liver conditions.
Dr. Tuhin Mitra holds an MBBS, MD in General Medicine and DM in Gastroenterology. Supplementary professional sources report that he completed his MBBS and MD at the University of Delhi and his DM at Banaras Hindu University.
The official Fortis profile displays 10 years of experience, although its description mentions over 6 years in gastroenterology. Other medical directories list 14–15 years. Confirmation is recommended before publishing a definitive figure.
His official Fortis profile identifies acute pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease and hepatology as areas of clinical interest. These cover pancreatic inflammation, chronic intestinal inflammatory conditions and disorders affecting the liver.
Supplementary medical profiles list gastrointestinal endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound among his services. Patients should confirm whether he currently performs the required procedure at their preferred Fortis facility and whether it is suitable for their condition.
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