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Dr. D K Bhargava Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Gastroenterology and Hepatology
MD, PHD, FACG, AGAF
Apollo Hospital, Delhi, India
45+ Years experience
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About Dr. D K Bhargava

  • Dr. D. K. Bhargava is a highly esteemed Gastroenterology/GI Medicine Specialist based in South Delhi, Delhi.
  • Has an impressive 45 years of experience in the field of Gastroenterology.
  • Holds multiple qualifications: MD, PhD, FACG, and AGAF.
  • Practices at Apollo Hospitals, South Delhi.
  • Known for his patient-centric approach with personalized care for each individual.
  • Proficient in both English and Aymara, making him accessible to a diverse patient base.
  • Dedicated to advancing gastroenterology through clinical practice and research.
  • Keeps up-to-date with the latest advancements in GI medicine to provide state-of-the-art treatments.
  • Respected for his compassionate demeanor and ability to listen to patients’ concerns.
  • Specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders, from common digestive issues to complex GI diseases.
  • Follows a holistic approach, considering all aspects of a patient’s health.
  • Aims not only to treat conditions but also to educate patients about preventive measures and healthy lifestyle choices.

Education and Training

  • MBBS, University of Delhi, 2001
  • MD, Internal Medicine, PGIMER, Chandigarh, 2004
  • DM, Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, 2008
  • Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy, Tokyo Medical University, Japan, 2012
  • Certification in Liver Transplant Evaluation, King’s College London, 2015

Awards & Achievements

Awarded the Padma Shri and the Dr. B C Roy National Award by the President of India.

Area of Expertise

  • Acidity Treatment
  • Colonoscopy
  • Endoscopy
  • Gastroenteritis Treatment
  • Hepatobiliary Assessment
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment

Work Experience

  • Former Professor of Gastroenterology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
  • Trained at Cornell Medical Centre and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre, New York, USA
  • Established many diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic techniques at AIIMS and in India since 1977 such as colonoscopy, laparoscopy in gastroenterology, endoscopic variceal and non-variceal sclerotherapy, polypectomy, and enteroscopy
  • Organized 27 workshops on GI Endoscopy (one-week duration) at AIIMS
  • Conducted update sessions on Endoscopy and Variceal Sclerotherapy (1985, 1993, 1995, 1996)
  • Guest Faculty at IXth International Workshop on Therapeutic Endoscopy, Hong Kong (1994)
  • Guest Faculty at IXth Asian Pacific Congress of Gastroenterology, Bangkok (1992)
  • Advisor at Sanjay Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, and Indira Gandhi Institute, Patna
  • Councilor, Asian Pacific Association for the Study of Liver (1994–1998)
  • President, Indian Society of Gastroenterology
  • Fellow, International Academy of Proctology
  • Visiting Professor at Brown University School of Medicine, USA (1993)
  • Visiting Professor at Showa University, Japan (1989)
  • Visiting Professor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre, USA (1988)

Professional Memberships

  • American Gastroenterological Association
  • American College of Gastroenterology
  • Indian Society of Gastroenterology