Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
He reviews your symptoms (pain, bloating, nausea), dietary habits, NSAID/alcohol use, stress levels, family history, and performs an abdominal exam.
Blood work evaluates for anemia or inflammation; stool testing checks for occult (hidden) blood.
An endoscope is used to directly visualize and, if needed, biopsy the stomach and duodenal lining for ulcers, gastritis, or other lesions.
Abdominal ultrasound or CT scan to rule out complications or alternative diagnoses when symptoms are unclear.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
It refers to non-cancerous conditions'such as gastritis, peptic ulcers, and functional indigestionthat aren't classified elsewhere.
The general code is K31.9 for other and unspecified diseases of the stomach and duodenum.
Common signs include burning upper-abdominal pain (often between meals or at night), nausea, or black/tarry stools. Definitive diagnosis is made via upper endoscopy.
Yes. Chronic stress can increase stomach acid production and worsen inflammation, contributing to gastritis and ulcers.
Yes. H. pylori infection is common worldwide, including in Houston, and is a leading cause of peptic ulcer disease.
With appropriate medical therapy antibiotics for H. pylori plus acid suppression; most ulcers heal within 4-8 weeks.
No. You'll receive sedation during an upper endoscopy (EGD), so you should feel minimal discomfort or none at all.
Yes. You should have no food or drink for 6-8 hours before your procedure to ensure a clear view and reduce risks.
Diet and lifestyle changes (smaller meals, avoiding triggers, stress management) are important but usually work best in combination with medication.
Simply call our Houston clinic or visit our website to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rishi Chadha and the GastroDoxs team.
