Dr. B. Ravi Shankar
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Dr. B. Ravi Shankar

Director of Medical Gastroenterology — Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary

Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist

Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, India 30+ Years Experience
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About Dr. B. Ravi Shankar

Dr. B. Ravi Shankar is the Director of Medical Gastroenterology and Interventional Gastroenterologist at Yashoda Hospitals in Hyderabad, with more than 30 years of dedicated clinical experience in gastroenterology and hepatology. He holds a DM in Gastroenterology from Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, and is recognized as a leading expert in complex biliary and liver conditions across India.

Dr. Ravi Shankar's clinical practice is characterized by exceptional procedural volume and technical precision. He performs approximately 2,500 endoscopies, 850 colonoscopies, and 250 endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatographies (ERCPs) annually, demonstrating his mastery of advanced therapeutic techniques. His specialized expertise includes biliary tract intervention, esophageal and biliary metal stenting, management of biliary strictures and bile duct stones, capsule endoscopy, and comprehensive treatment of chronic liver disease and portal hypertension. This breadth of experience makes him a sought-after consultant for patients with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease and complex hepatobiliary pathology.

As Chief of Academics for the Department of Gastroenterology at Yashoda Hospitals, Dr. Ravi Shankar is committed to advancing patient care and medical education. He receives international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia who seek expert evaluation and intervention for advanced gastrointestinal and liver conditions. His compassionate, evidence-based approach combined with multilingual communication in English, Hindi, and Telugu ensures that international patients feel supported throughout their diagnostic and therapeutic journey.

Yashoda Hospitals, where Dr. Ravi Shankar practices, is a premier multi-specialty institution in Hyderabad equipped with state-of-the-art endoscopy suites, advanced imaging facilities, and a dedicated international patient services team. The hospital is recognized for clinical excellence in gastroenterology, hepatology, and critical care, offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services. International patients benefit from coordinated care, transparent pricing, medical tourism concierge support, and follow-up consultation options via telemedicine.

For international patients considering treatment in India, Dr. Ravi Shankar's combination of three decades of clinical experience, high procedural volumes, academic leadership, and patient-centered care at a well-equipped hospital makes Hyderabad an accessible and reliable destination for advanced gastroenterological and hepatological intervention.

Conditions Treated by Dr. B. Ravi Shankar

  • Bile Duct Stones
  • Biliary Strictures
  • Chronic Liver Disease
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Portal Hypertension
  • Severe Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
  • Esophageal Obstruction
  • Hepatitis
  • Budd-Chiari Syndrome
  • Esophageal Cancer

Areas of Interest

  • ERCP
  • Biliary Strictures
  • Bile Duct Stones
  • Chronic Liver Disease
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Portal Hypertension
  • Severe GERD
  • Esophageal Metal Stenting
  • Biliary Metal Stenting
  • Capsule Endoscopy

Qualifications

  • MBBSGandhi Medical College, Hyderabad, 1986
  • MDKakatiya Medical College, Warangal, 1991
  • DNBKakatiya Medical College, Warangal, 1991
  • DMSanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, 1996

Work Experience

  • Director of Medical Gastroenterology, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad — Present
  • Chief of Academics, Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad — Present
  • Interventional Gastroenterologist, Sunshine Hospitals, Hyderabad
  • Consultant Gastroenterologist, Kamineni Hospitals, Hyderabad
  • Senior clinician with roles across multiple gastroenterology centers in Hyderabad

Certifications (5)

  • MBBS

    Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad — 1986

  • MD (Internal Medicine)

    Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal — 1991

  • DNB (Internal Medicine)

    Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal — 1991

  • DM (Gastroenterology)

    Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow — 1996

  • Legend of the Year in Gastroenterology & GI Surgery

    Times Health Care Achievers — 2017

Memberships (2)

  • Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG) — National Member
  • Indian National Association for the Study of the Liver (INASL) — National Member

Research Papers & Publications (5)

Significance of elevated IgG anticardiolipin antibody levels in patients with Budd-Chiari syndrome

American Journal of Gastroenterology

Microsatellite instability analysis and its correlation with hMLH1 repair gene hypermethylation status in esophageal pathologies including cancers

Journal of Gastric Cancer

Circulating miRNA profile in HCV infected serum: Novel insight into pathogenesis

Hepatology Research

Acute viral hepatitis with rare associations

Indian Journal of Gastroenterology

Endoscopic management of complex biliary strictures: A retrospective analysis of outcomes

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Procedures

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)Biliary Metal Stent PlacementEsophageal Metal Stent PlacementCapsule EndoscopyUpper Gastrointestinal EndoscopyColonoscopy Biliary Stricture DilationBile Duct Stone ExtractionManagement of Portal Hypertension complicationsVariceal Bleeding Control

Frequently Asked Questions

International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's telemedicine platform or direct contact with Yashoda Hospitals' international patient services team. We offer secure video consultations, WhatsApp consultations, and document review services. Patients can share medical reports, imaging, and endoscopy findings for expert evaluation. Appointments are typically arranged within 24-48 hours, and multilingual support in English, Hindi, and Telugu is provided throughout the process.