Gastroenterology
Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist and Therapeutic GI Endoscopist12+ Years of Experience
S. L. Raheja Hospital
Mumbai
Dr. Saiprasad Lad is a Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist and Therapeutic GI Endoscopist associated with S. L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai. With over 12 years of clinical experience, he manages a broad range of gastrointestinal, liver and pancreatobiliary disorders.
His qualifications include MBBS, MD in Medicine, DM in Gastroenterology, and the European Specialty Examination in Gastroenterology and Hepatology (ESEGH) from London, UK.
Dr. Lad has extensive experience in diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy, including upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). His procedural expertise includes variceal band ligation, stricture dilatation, haemostasis using techniques such as clips and argon plasma coagulation, glue injection, polypectomy, foreign body removal, and PEG tube insertion.
His clinical interests include the assessment and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastritis, dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), fatty liver disease, and disorders involving the bile ducts and pancreas.
Dr. Lad aims to provide evidence-based care tailored to each patient's symptoms, diagnosis and treatment needs, using medical management and endoscopic procedures where appropriate.
Assessment and treatment of digestive system conditions affecting the oesophagus, stomach, intestines and related organs.
Evaluation and management of liver conditions, including fatty liver disease and other disorders affecting liver function.
Endoscopic procedures used to diagnose and treat selected digestive tract conditions, including bleeding, narrowing and certain abnormal growths.
A procedure that allows the doctor to examine the oesophagus, stomach and upper part of the small intestine to investigate digestive symptoms and identify abnormalities.
Examination of the large intestine using a flexible camera, with removal of suitable polyps during the procedure when indicated.
A specialised procedure combining endoscopy and ultrasound to examine the digestive tract wall and nearby organs, including the pancreas and bile ducts.
An endoscopic procedure used to diagnose and treat selected bile duct and pancreatic duct problems, including certain stones and strictures.
Assessment and endoscopic treatment of selected sources of digestive tract bleeding using techniques such as clips, injection therapy or argon plasma coagulation.
An endoscopic treatment in which bands are placed around selected enlarged veins in the oesophagus to control or reduce the risk of bleeding.
A procedure to widen a narrowed section of the oesophagus when appropriate, helping address swallowing difficulties caused by a stricture.
Placement of a feeding tube through the abdominal wall into the stomach using endoscopic guidance when long-term enteral feeding is required.
Evaluation and management of acid reflux symptoms, including heartburn and regurgitation, with treatment based on the patient's condition.
Assessment of stomach inflammation and indigestion symptoms to identify potential causes and recommend suitable treatment.
Management of a digestive disorder that can cause abdominal pain, bloating and changes in bowel habits.
Evaluation and ongoing care for inflammatory bowel conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Assessment and management of fat accumulation in the liver, including advice on appropriate investigations and risk-factor management.
Assessment of conditions involving the pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts, with further investigations or endoscopic treatment where indicated.
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Gastroenterology), ESEGH (London, UK)
Gastrointestinal Disorders, Liver Diseases, Hepatology, Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Upper GI Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Bile Duct Stones and Strictures, Gastrointestinal Bleeding Management, Variceal Band Ligation, Oesophageal Stricture Dilatation, Polypectomy, Foreign Body Removal, PEG Tube Insertion, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastritis, Dyspepsia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Fatty Liver Disease, Pancreatobiliary Disorders
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Dr. Saiprasad Lad is a Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist and Therapeutic GI Endoscopist associated with S. L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate in Mumbai.
His Fortis Healthcare profile lists over 12 years of clinical experience.
His qualifications include MBBS, MD in Medicine, DM in Gastroenterology, and ESEGH from London, UK.
His areas of expertise include GERD, gastritis, dyspepsia, IBS, IBD, fatty liver disease, and pancreatobiliary disorders.
His expertise includes upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, ERCP, variceal band ligation, stricture dilatation, and selected treatments for gastrointestinal bleeding.
He is associated with S. L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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