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 ₹600,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund