Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a board-certified gastroenterologist and the founder of GastroDoxs. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
He evaluates your epigastric pain-its onset, location, severity-and reviews alcohol use, gallstone history, medications, and other risk factors. A focused abdominal exam checks for tenderness, guarding, or distension.
We measure serum amylase and lipase to confirm pancreatic inflammation. Additional labs include liver function tests, triglyceride levels, and a complete blood count to assess severity and rule out other causes.
MRCP (magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography) noninvasively assesses the biliary and pancreatic ducts. In select cases, ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) is used to remove obstructing stones or place stents.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1K patients, helping individuals improve their digestive health and overall well-being through expert, personalized care.
With over 20 years of experience, GastroDoxs has been a trusted provider of gastroenterology care, focusing on delivering the best outcomes for patients
Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
Gallstones blocking the pancreas, heavy alcohol use, high triglycerides, certain medications, infections, or genetic factors.
Acute pancreatitis develops suddenly and often resolves completely with treatment. Chronic pancreatitis is ongoing, causes lasting damage, and recurs over time.
Yes. Most patients recover fully with prompt care, though severe cases may require longer hospitalization and follow-up.
If you have severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, inability to keep fluids down, dehydration, or a high fever, seek emergency care immediately.
Often yes. Avoid excessive alcohol, manage blood triglycerides, treat gallstones early, maintain a healthy weight, and follow medical advice.
Physicians classify it into four stages-ranging from mild inflammation and fluid buildup to severe necrosis and systemic complications-to guide targeted treatment.
