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.
Dr. Chadha reviews your symptoms, past pancreatitis or abdominal surgery, family history of pancreatic disease, and lifestyle factors like alcohol or smoking.
An ultrasound probe on an endoscope delivers high-definition images from inside your digestive tract. This helps visualize cyst walls and surrounding tissue.
During EUS, Dr. Chadha aspirates fluid from the cyst. Lab tests check for infection, mucin content, tumor markers (CEA), and cell analysis (cytology) to assess cancer risk.
Blood work measures pancreatic enzymes, checks for inflammation or infection, and evaluates tumor markers to support the final diagnosis and guide treatment.
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.
Yes. Many adults have small, harmless cysts found during scans.
Infection, blocked ducts, or inflammation can cause growth.
Some small cysts shrink or stay the same over time. Dr. Chadha watches them closely.
Every 6 to 12 months, depending on the type and size of your cyst.
Some types have a small risk. Fluid tests help check for cancer signs early.
No. You'll be sedated during the procedure and feel little to no discomfort.
Surgery is only needed if the cyst is large, causes symptoms, or looks suspicious.
Most patients go home the same day or after a short overnight stay.
Eating healthy supports your recovery, but diet alone won�t shrink the cyst.
GastroDoxs is located on Westheimer Road, near the Texas Medical Center in Houston.
