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The best gastroenterologists for Secunderabad, Hyderabad include Dr. Bharani Immaneni, Dr. Bhaskar Kante, Dr. Venu Gongati, Dr. B Prabhakar and Dr. Raghu D K. Three practise at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, one at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, and one at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills. Last updated: October 2026.
Secunderabad is the twin city’s historic commercial and residential core, with large neighbourhoods such as Paradise, Bowenpally, Trimulgherry and Marredpally around it. Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad is the main Apollo facility here, with the Hyderguda branch and the Jubilee Hills hospital reachable across the city.
This guide lists five gastroenterologists for patients in and around Secunderabad, with qualifications and experience taken from the Apollo doctor directory. Doctors based outside Secunderabad are marked as nearby. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit, and check which branch your digestive or liver specialist consults at.
Top 5 Gastroenterologists in Secunderabad at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Bharani Immaneni | Gastroenterology | 12 years |
| 2 | Dr. Bhaskar Kante | Gastroenterology and IBD | 8 years |
| 3 | Dr. Venu Gongati | Gastroenterology, hepatology and endoscopy | 5 years |
| 4 | Dr. B Prabhakar | Gastroenterology | 21 years |
| 5 | Dr. Raghu D K | Gastroenterology and hepatology | 23 years |
1. Dr. Bharani Immaneni — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MD, DM (Gastroenterology) |
| Experience | 12 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad |
Dr. Bharani Immaneni is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, with 12 years of experience.
He holds an MD and a DM in gastroenterology.
Why choose Dr. Bharani Immaneni: A DM-qualified gastroenterologist at the Secunderabad hospital itself.
2. Dr. Bhaskar Kante — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MBBS (OSM), MD Internal Medicine (PGIMER Chandigarh), DM Medical Gastroenterology (AIIMS New Delhi), fellowship in inflammatory bowel disease (AIIMS New Delhi) |
| Experience | 8 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad |
| Special Interest | Inflammatory bowel disease |
Dr. Bhaskar Kante is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, with 8 years of experience.
He trained at PGIMER Chandigarh and AIIMS New Delhi, with a fellowship in inflammatory bowel disease.
Why choose Dr. Bhaskar Kante: AIIMS training with a fellowship in inflammatory bowel disease.
3. Dr. Venu Gongati — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MD, DM Medical Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy |
| Experience | 5 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad |
Dr. Venu Gongati is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, with 5 years of experience.
His training covers gastroenterology, hepatology and advanced therapeutic endoscopy.
Why choose Dr. Venu Gongati: Advanced endoscopy and liver training, at the Secunderabad hospital.
4. Dr. B Prabhakar — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda
| Qualifications | MD, DM (Gastroenterology) |
| Experience | 21 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, Hyderabad (nearby) |
Dr. B Prabhakar is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, with 21 years of experience.
He holds an MD and a DM in gastroenterology.
Why choose Dr. Prabhakar: Over two decades of experience at the Hyderguda branch.
5. Dr. Raghu D K — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS (Osmania), MD Internal Medicine, American Board certified, fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology (USA) |
| Experience | 23 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby) |
Dr. Raghu D K is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 23 years of experience.
He is American Board certified and completed a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology in the USA.
Why choose Dr. Raghu: US board certification and fellowship training.
How to Choose the Right Gastroenterologist in Secunderabad
- Check the qualification: look for a DM or DrNB in Gastroenterology. A gastrointestinal surgeon operates, while a gastroenterologist diagnoses and treats mainly with medicines and endoscopic procedures.
- Match the need: acid reflux, ulcers, IBS, IBD, fatty liver, hepatitis, pancreatitis and gallstone disease each have doctors with a special interest.
- Look at the set-up: in-house endoscopy, colonoscopy and ultrasound, plus a 24-hour emergency team for gastrointestinal bleeding, save time.
- Bring your records: earlier endoscopy reports, liver function tests, scans and a list of medicines make a first visit more useful.
- Ask about prevention: a good gastroenterologist also talks about diet, alcohol, weight and vaccination such as hepatitis B, not only procedures.
Symptoms That Should Not Wait
Red-Flag Alert
Go to the nearest emergency department at once for vomiting blood, black or bloody stools, severe abdominal pain, yellowing of the eyes with fever, a hard swollen abdomen, or trouble swallowing with weight loss. Do not wait for these symptoms to settle.
When to See a Doctor in Hyderabad
For acidity, bloating or constipation that comes and goes, a first assessment with a general physician is a sensible start. At Suguna Clinic, Dr. Ram Kumar can examine you, arrange basic blood tests and an ultrasound, and refer you to a gastroenterologist if needed. See also our guide on full body checkups by age. A referral is not compulsory, and you can see a gastroenterologist directly if symptoms are significant.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not medical advice or a ranking endorsed by any hospital. Doctor profiles are compiled from publicly available hospital directory listings and may change; confirm details with the hospital. Consult a qualified gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment.
