Dr. (Prof) Gourdas Choudhuri is the esteemed Chairman of Gastroenterology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon, with over 42 years of distinguished experience in gastroenterology and hepatobiliary sciences 🩺. Renowned nationally and internationally, he is a pioneer in advanced procedures like Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Extra Corporeal Shockwave Biliary Lithotripsy (ESWL) in India 🔬. Dr. Choudhuri’s expertise spans the diagnosis and management of complex liver and gastrointestinal diseases 🧬, combining his clinical excellence with a profound commitment to medical education and research 📚. His leadership has significantly advanced digestive healthcare in India, making him a respected figure among patients and peers alike 🌟.

Experience Overview

• Over 42 years of extensive experience in Gastroenterology and Hepatobiliary Sciences.
• Former Head of the Department of Gastroenterology at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow, where he developed the department into a leading national center.
• Pioneered Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Extra Corporeal Shockwave Biliary Lithotripsy (ESWL) in India.
• Has held various leadership roles in medical education, research, and clinical gastroenterology at prestigious institutes including Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram.
• Published over 200 scientific papers and contributed significantly to liver and digestive healthcare development in India.

Professional Memberships

Professional Memberships:

• Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG)
• Fellow of the Indian College of Physicians (FICP)
• Fellow of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (FRCPI)
• President of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology (Past)

Awards and Recognitions:

• Numerous national orations and awards for outstanding contribution to gastroenterology and hepatology
• Recognized for pioneering contributions such as introducing EUS and ESWL in India

Specialty Interests:

• Liver diseases and hepatobiliary disorders
• Advanced endoscopic procedures including Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
• Management of complex gastrointestinal diseases
• Medical education and research in gastroenterology

Languages Spoken

• English: Fluent – Primary language for seamless communication with international patients.
• Spanish: Conversational – Catering to patients from Latin America and Spain.
• French: Basic proficiency – Serving patients from Francophone regions including parts of Africa and Europe.
• Arabic: Basic proficiency – Assisting patients from the Middle East and North Africa.
• German: Basic proficiency – Supporting patients from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.