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 asks detailed questions about your epigastric pain-onset, duration, relation to meals, and any associated symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or weight loss. He then performs a focused abdominal exam to check for tenderness, masses or signs of gallbladder and pancreatic disease.
We order lab work including a complete blood count (CBC), liver function tests, amylase and lipase to assess for pancreatitis, plus H. pylori serology or stool antigen if ulcer disease is suspected.
If symptoms persist despite initial workup, Dr. Pothuri may recommend gastric emptying studies for gastroparesis, esophageal pH-impedance monitoring for reflux, or endoscopic ultrasound to further evaluate pancreatic or biliary disease.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 3.2K 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.
Advanced scarring of the liver caused by long-term injury from alcohol, viruses, or fatty liver disease.
Fatigue, jaundice, abdominal swelling (ascites), easy bruising, and confusion (hepatic encephalopathy).
Blood tests, imaging (ultrasound, elastography), and sometimes liver biopsy confirm the diagnosis.
Early-stage fibrosis may improve with treatment, but established cirrhosis is generally irreversible.
Manage complications (diuretics for ascites, beta-blockers for varices), antiviral or alcohol-cessation programs, and transplant evaluation.
Regular blood panels and imaging every 6-12 months, plus variceal screening endoscopy.
