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 about your symptoms, diet, travel history, and family GI issues, then performs a gentle abdominal and rectal exam.
Analysis for occult blood, fat malabsorption, pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites), and inflammatory markers.
Complete blood count, inflammatory markers (CRP, ESR), and metabolic panel to assess for anemia or systemic infection.
Colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy to directly inspect the colon, remove polyps, and obtain biopsies if needed.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1.4K 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.
Black or red stool suggests bleeding; pale stool may indicate bile issues greasy stool can mean fat malabsorption.
It can come from hemorrhoids, fissures, infections, polyps, or inflammatory bowel diseases like IBD.
If abnormal stools persist for more than a few days or occur with pain, weight loss, or bleeding, schedule an evaluation promptly.
Dr. Pothuri may recommend stool analysis, blood work, colonoscopy, or imaging studies (CT, ultrasound) based on your symptoms.
Yes. Increasing fiber, staying hydrated, and reducing fatty or spicy foods often improves stool consistency and bowel habits.
Not necessarily. Dr. Pothuri determines the need based on your age, risk factors, and initial test findings.
Visit GastroDoxs.com or call our Houston office to schedule your consultation with Dr. Pothuri.
