Best Gastroenterologist in Delhi Expert Digestive & Liver Care
Dr. Pankaj Puri — FRCP (London & Edinburgh), DM Gastroenterology (PGIMER), Director of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Fortis Escorts Okhla, New Delhi
Best Gastroenterologist in Delhi - Dr. (Brig) Pankaj Puri
Dr. (Brig) Pankaj Puri — FRCP (London & Edinburgh), DM Gastroenterology (PGIMER Chandigarh) Director, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Fortis Escorts Liver and Digestive Diseases Institute, Okhla, New Delhi
Dr. (Brig) Pankaj Puri is one of India’s foremost gastroenterologists and hepatologists, bringing over 30 years of distinguished clinical excellence to the treatment of complex digestive and liver diseases. Renowned for his compassionate, patient-first approach, Dr. Puri seamlessly combines cutting-edge medical care with a legacy of academic excellence and institutional leadership.
Gastroenterologist in Delhi for Digestive and Liver Treatment
If you’re searching for the best gastroenterologist in Delhi, it’s usually because something isn’t quite right — persistent acidity, a liver report that needs a second look, an endoscopy your family doctor has recommended, or symptoms that have gone on long enough to need a specialist opinion rather than another round of home remedies.
Dr. (Brig) Pankaj Puri has been practising as a gastroenterologist and liver specialist for over 38 years, the last several as Director of Gastroenterology & Hepatology at the Fortis Escorts Liver and Digestive Diseases Institute, Okhla, New Delhi. Before moving into private practice, he headed the Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary Sciences at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi, and was Professor & Head of Internal Medicine at the Armed Forces Medical College, Pune. He is trained in both gastroenterology and hepatology, so digestive and liver treatment can usually be managed by the same specialist rather than being referred between departments.
This page covers the conditions he treats, the treatment and diagnostic facilities available, and how to reach the clinic — whether you’re based in South Delhi or coming from elsewhere in the city.
When Should You See a Gastroenterologist?
Occasional indigestion or a one-off stomach upset rarely needs a specialist. A consultation is worthwhile when symptoms are persistent, recurring, or unexplained.
GERD / ACID REFLUX
Long-standing untreated reflux can damage the food pipe over time.
IBS OR BOWEL DISORDER
Symptoms overlap across conditions and benefit from proper clinical evaluation.
HEPATITIS & LIVER HEALTH
Liver conditions are often silent until they reach advanced stages.
ESOPHAGEAL DISORDER
Needs direct visual assessment, usually via upper GI endoscopy.
UNEXPLAINED WEIGHT LOSS
Warrants prompt evaluation rather than a wait-and-watch approach.
GI BLEEDING (URGENT)
Immediate Care Required: Please seek emergency medical care immediately.
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Advanced Diagnostics & Procedures Available
Accurate treatment depends on accurate diagnosis. At Fortis Escorts, Okhla, comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic technologies are available in-house.
Upper GI Endoscopy & Colonoscopy
High-definition direct visual examination of the digestive tract to accurately detect inflammation, ulcers, polyps, bleeding, and early-stage gastrointestinal malignancies.
ERCP
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography for diagnosing and minimally invasive treatment of bile duct stones, strictures, cholangitis, and pancreatic duct conditions.
EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
Combines endoscopy with sound waves for ultra-detailed imaging of the pancreas, bile ducts, and surrounding deep structures, enabling precise targeted tissue sampling (FNA/FNB).
FibroScan (Transient Elastography)
A painless, 10-minute non-invasive test measuring liver stiffness to evaluate fibrosis, cirrhosis, and fatty liver percentage (CAP score) without requiring a needle biopsy.
Capsule Endoscopy & Enteroscopy
Wireless ingestible video capsule and Double Balloon Enteroscopy to inspect, biopsy, and treat bleeding or lesions in the deepest, hard-to-reach sections of the small intestine.
Physiology & Breath Testing
Esophageal & anorectal manometry, 24-hour pH-metry, ultrasound-guided liver biopsy, and rapid diagnostic breath tests for H. pylori infection and lactose intolerance.
Why Patients Choose Dr. (Brig) Pankaj Puri
Rather than asking you to take “best” on faith, here is what’s objectively verifiable across decades of clinical practice, military medical service, and academic leadership.
Elite Institutional Training & Dual FRCP
MBBS and MD (Medicine) from the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune; DM in Gastroenterology from PGIMER, Chandigarh — one of India’s foremost apex institutes; and dual elected Fellowships (FRCP) from the Royal College of Physicians of London and Edinburgh.
Liver Transplant Fellowship (Kings College, London)
Completed advanced sub-specialist fellowship training in Liver Transplantation at Kings College Hospital, London — an internationally recognized center of hepatology excellence. He subsequently helped spearhead and build the dedicated liver transplant program at Army Hospital (R&R), New Delhi.
Exemplary Institutional & Military Leadership
A long and distinguished institutional background including serving as Professor & Head of Internal Medicine at AFMC Pune and Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology & Hepatology in the Armed Forces Medical Services (Brigadier) until 2017, prior to heading the department at Fortis Escorts.
80+ Indexed Publications & INASL Governance
Actively shaping the future of digestive disease care with over 80 peer-reviewed scientific papers published in indexed national and international medical journals, along with serving in an executive leadership role on the Governing Council of the Indian National Association for Study of the Liver (INASL).
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Gastroenterologist in South Delhi — Fortis Escorts, Okhla
As a gastro and liver specialist based in South Delhi, Dr. Pankaj Puri consults at the Fortis Escorts Liver and Digestive Diseases Institute, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Okhla Road, New Delhi — one of South Delhi’s most established multi-specialty hospitals.
South Delhi & NCR Accessibility
Easily accessible from major hubsThe center is centrally situated for patients looking for an experienced gastro specialist near their neighborhood across South Delhi and the wider NCR:
For a comprehensive South Delhi-focused guide, including localized conditions and clinics, visit the Delhi Gastro Care Homepage.
Conditions Treated — Digestive, Liver & GI Disorders
Dr. Puri manages the full range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions and offers evidence-based treatment across three broad areas. Each has a dedicated treatment page with more detail.
Esophagus & Stomach
7 Key Conditions- Acid Reflux (GERD) Treatment
- Dysphagia Treatment (Swallowing Difficulty)
- Achalasia Treatment
- Gastric Ulcer Treatment
- H. pylori Infection Treatment
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Gastroparesis
Intestine & Bowel
6 Key Conditions- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Treatment
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD: Crohn’s & UC)
- Chronic Constipation Treatment
- Chronic & Acute Diarrhea Evaluation
- Celiac Disease (Gluten Sensitivity)
- Intestinal Infections (Giardiasis & Amoebic)
Liver & Biliary
6 Key Conditions- Fatty Liver Disease (MASLD / NAFLD)
- Hepatitis B & Hepatitis C Management
- Liver Cirrhosis & Fibrosis Treatment
- Portal Hypertension & Varices
- Liver Abscess Treatment
- Liver Transplant Workup & Post-Op Care
Frequently Asked Questions – Gastroenterology & Liver Care, Delhi
Find answers to common questions related to digestive health, specialist consultations, procedures, and clinic appointments.