Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy

Complete care for
the gut, liver, pancreas & and biliary

From everyday digestive complaints to complex liver disease and advanced therapeutic endoscopy, our department brings together precise diagnostics, evidence-based treatment and a calm, patient-first approach — under one roof at Acellus Hospital.

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Department Head

Dr. Ekant Budhwani

MBBS · MD · DrNB Gastroenterology · ESEGH (UK)

Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist and Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopist. Trained at AIG Hospitals Hyderabad with dedicated transplant hepatology experience at Aakash Healthcare, New Delhi. An ACG peer reviewer, Dr Budhwani brings advanced diagnostic and interventional expertise to digestive and liver care in Raipur

DIAGNOSTIC & ENDOSCOPIC SERVICES

A full spectrum of digestive and liver care

Our department offers comprehensive diagnostics and procedures across the gastrointestinal tract, liver, pancreas and biliary system — supporting early detection, accurate evaluation and effective treatment for every patient.

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Diagnostic Endoscopy

Day-care & Sedation Available

Upper GI Endoscopy

Examination of the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum to evaluate acidity, ulcers, swallowing difficulty and bleeding.

Colonoscopy

Complete evaluation of the large bowel for bleeding, altered bowel habits, screening and polyp detection.

Sigmoidoscopy

Focused assessment of the lower colon and rectum for bleeding, inflammation and rectal complaints.

Capsule & Small Bowel Evaluation

Assessment of obscure GI bleeding and small-intestinal disorders not reached by standard endoscopy.

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Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy

Specialist interventional procedures

ERCP

Endoscopic management of bile-duct and pancreatic-duct stones, strictures and obstructive jaundice, with stenting where required.

Variceal Banding & Sclerotherapy

Treatment of bleeding varices in liver disease to prevent and control gastrointestinal haemorrhage.

Stricture Dilatation & Stenting

Relief of narrowing in the oesophagus, bile duct and gut using balloon dilatation and stent placement.

Polypectomy & EMR

Removal of polyps and early mucosal lesions during endoscopy for prevention and early cure.

Foreign Body & Bleeding Management

Emergency endoscopic retrieval and haemostasis for ingested objects and acute GI bleeding

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Hepatology & Liver Care

Including transplant evaluation

Chronic Liver Disease & Cirrhosis

Comprehensive management of cirrhosis, its complications and nutritional needs to slow progression

Fatty Liver (MASLD/MASH)

Evaluation and lifestyle-led treatment of metabolic-associated fatty liver disease and steatohepatitis.

Viral Hepatitis B & C

Diagnosis, antiviral therapy and long-term monitoring for hepatitis B and C infection.

Liver Transplant Evaluation

Pre- and post-transplant assessment and follow-up, drawing on dedicated transplant hepatology training.

Jaundice & Liver Function Workup

Systematic evaluation of jaundice and abnormal liver tests to identify and treat the cause

FibroScan & Liver Stiffness

Non-invasive assessment of liver fibrosis and fat to stage disease without biopsy where possible

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General Gastroenterology

Common digestive conditions

Acidity, Reflux & GERD

Diagnosis and management of heartburn, acid reflux and related oesophageal disorders

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Structured care for abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Long-term management of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.

Gallstones & Biliary Disease

Evaluation and endoscopic treatment of gallstones and bile-duct disorders.

Pancreatic Disorders

Care for acute and chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic masses.

Constipation & Chronic Diarrhoea

Investigation and treatment of persistent bowel-habit changes.

Advanced Capabilities, Close to Home

Procedures that once required travel to metro centres are now available in Raipur — delivered with the same standards Dr Budhwani trained under at leading national institutions.

Interventional Endoscopy

ERCP and advanced therapeutic procedures for biliary, pancreatic and gastrointestinal disorders.

Transplant Hepatology

Comprehensive liver transplant evaluation, counselling, follow-up and long-term hepatology care.

Emergency GI Care

Rapid endoscopic intervention for gastrointestinal bleeding, acute biliary obstruction and emergency digestive disorders.

WHY CHOOSE OUR DEPARTMENT

Precision diagnostics meet patient-first care

Specialist-Led

Every procedure is performed and reviewed by a fellowship-trained gastroenterologist and hepatologist.

Evidence-Based

Treatment guided by current international guidelines and the latest clinical evidence.

Comfort & Safety

Day-care procedures with safe sedation, clear consent and careful post-procedure care.

Clear Communication

Conditions and treatment options are explained in simple language so you can make informed decisions.

Speak with our Gastroenterology & Hepatology Team

For appointments, second opinions or advanced endoscopy referrals, our team is here to help.