Dr. Jignesh Patel

Dr Jignesh Patel is a Medical Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist in Ahmedabad with 21 years of clinical experience.

He currently practises as a Consultant at HCG Hospital in Ellisbridge, Shaleen Hospital in Sola, and Apex Gastro and Gynae Hospital in Naranpura.

His clinical focus is the diagnosis and medical management of complex liver diseases, pancreatic disorders, and inflammatory bowel diseases.

He has specific experience in performing advanced therapeutic endoscopies, including ERCP and variceal banding.

Dr Patel is a dedicated clinical researcher with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals.

His recent 2025 research includes a study on Celiac Disease preceding Crohn’s Disease in 'Tropical Gastroenterology', and an evaluation of prophylactic antibiotics for acute variceal bleeds in 'Critical Care Medicine'.

He has also published clinical studies on the role of capsule endoscopy for obscure GI bleeding, eosinophilic gastritis, and the epidemiology of functional dyspepsia. Additionally, he was a contributing author for a 2011 medical textbook on Alcoholic Liver Disease.

In his clinical practice, he routinely performs upper GI endoscopies, sclerotherapy, and foreign body removals. He also manages pre- and post-operative care for liver transplantation patients.

He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, which helps patients communicate comfortably during complex digestive health consultations.

Specialty Areas and Treatments

Dr Jignesh Patel provides comprehensive medical care for conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and pancreas.

Hepatology and Liver Diseases

Dr Patel manages acute and chronic liver conditions, including advanced cirrhosis:

• Management of Chronic Liver Diseases and Cirrhosis
• Treatment of Hepatitis B and C
• Medical Management of Alcoholic Liver Disease
• Liver Transplantation (Pre- and Post-operative Care)

Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy

He performs minimally invasive endoscopic procedures to diagnose and treat internal GI issues:

• Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
• Endoscopic Variceal Banding and Sclerotherapy
• Diagnostic Capsule Endoscopy
• Upper GI Endoscopy and Foreign Body Removal

Gastrointestinal and Pancreatic Disorders

He manages inflammatory and functional disorders of the digestive system:

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis)
• Celiac Disease and Chronic Diarrhea Management
• Acid Peptic Disorders and Functional Dyspepsia
• Management of Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis

Education and Qualifications

• MBBS — B J Medical College, Ahmedabad (2005)
• MD in General Medicine — B J Medical College, Ahmedabad (2008)
• DM in Gastroenterology — Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Mumbai (2011)

Professional Experience

Dr Jignesh Patel currently practises at the following facilities:

• Consultant Gastroenterologist, HCG Hospital in Ellisbridge
• Consultant Gastroenterologist, Shaleen Hospital in Sola
• Consultant Gastroenterologist, Apex Gastro and Gynae Hospital in Naranpura

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