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.
A hiatal hernia occurs when part of the stomach pushes up through the diaphragm into the chest cavity, often leading to reflux and chest discomfort.
He reviews your symptoms-heartburn, chest or epigastric pain, regurgitation, bloating-and examines your abdomen and chest to look for tenderness or signs of reflux.
A thin, flexible scope with a camera is passed through your mouth to directly visualize the esophagus, stomach and diaphragm opening. This identifies a hiatal hernia, inflammation or ulcers.
24-Hour pH Monitoring: A thin probe records acid exposure in your esophagus over a day to confirm reflux severity and correlate it with your symptoms.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 14K 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.
Heartburn, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, bloating, and burping are common signs to watch for.
No. A hiatal hernia occurs when part of the stomach moves into the chest. Acid reflux is stomach acid backing up into the esophagus. They often happen together.
Yes. Many patients improve with lifestyle adjustments, diet changes, and medications prescribed by Dr. Pothuri.
Most people feel better within 1 to 2 weeks. Complete healing generally takes about 6 weeks.
See Dr. Pothuri if symptoms persist or worsen despite home care and medications.
Yes. Eating smaller meals, avoiding trigger foods, and not lying down after eating can reduce pressure and discomfort.
He is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over 15 years of experience, offering personalized care and the latest treatments for lasting relief.
