Gastroenterologist

A gastroenterologist specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the digestive system, including the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and esophagus. The job responsibilities of a gastroenterologist typically include:

- **Patient Care**:

- Conducting thorough physical exams, medical histories, and reviewing lab results.
- Diagnosing gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, liver diseases, ulcers, and cancers of the digestive system.
- Prescribing medications or therapies to treat various digestive conditions.
- Monitoring and managing long-term care for chronic conditions.
- **Procedures**:

- Performing diagnostic procedures like endoscopies (e.g., colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopy), biopsies, and liver function tests.
- Treating certain conditions via endoscopic procedures, such as removing polyps or stenting narrowed passages.
- **Collaboration**:

- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals like surgeons, nutritionists, and radiologists for comprehensive care.
- Referring patients to other specialists if needed for non-gastrointestinal issues or more complex conditions.
- **Education and Prevention**:

- Educating patients about gastrointestinal health, dietary habits, and lifestyle changes that can prevent or manage conditions.
- Conducting screenings for colon cancer and providing counseling on risk factors and preventive measures.
- **Documentation and Record Keeping**:

- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records, including patient histories, diagnostic results, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
- **Research and Continuing Education**:

- Keeping up with advancements in gastrointestinal medicine through ongoing research, reading medical journals, and attending conferences.
- Participating in clinical research studies or trials related to gastroenterology.
- **Emergency Care**:

- Managing gastrointestinal emergencies such as gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation.
- **Consultations**:

- Providing expert consultation to other physicians regarding complex cases of gastrointestinal diseases.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹650,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Provident Fund

**Experience**:

- Gastroenterogy: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person