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The best gastroenterologists for Ameerpet, Hyderabad include Dr. Lohith Kumar V R, Dr. Jatin Yegurla, Dr. Raghu D K, Dr. Bharani Immaneni and Dr. B Prabhakar. One practises at Apollo Spectra in Ameerpet itself, two at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, one at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, and one at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda. Last updated: October 2026.
Ameerpet is one of Hyderabad’s busiest central neighbourhoods, known for its coaching institutes, shopping streets and the Ameerpet metro interchange, with SR Nagar, Begumpet, Punjagutta and Yousufguda all close by. Apollo Spectra, Ameerpet is the Apollo facility inside the area, and the larger Apollo hospitals at Jubilee Hills, Hyderguda and Secunderabad are a short metro or cab ride away.
This guide lists five gastroenterologists for patients in and around Ameerpet, with qualifications, experience and patient feedback taken from the Apollo 24|7 doctor directory, which lists these doctors from about 1 to 6 km away. Doctors based outside Ameerpet 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 Ameerpet at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Lohith Kumar V R | Gastroenterology | 14 years |
| 2 | Dr. Jatin Yegurla | Gastroenterology | 13 years |
| 3 | Dr. Raghu D K | Gastroenterology and hepatology | 23 years |
| 4 | Dr. Bharani Immaneni | Gastroenterology | 12 years |
| 5 | Dr. B Prabhakar | Gastroenterology | 21 years |
1. Dr. Lohith Kumar V R — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Spectra Ameerpet
| Qualifications | MBBS, DNB, DrNB (Medical Gastroenterology), ESEGH (UK) |
| Experience | 14 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Spectra, Ameerpet, Hyderabad |
Dr. Lohith Kumar V R is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Spectra, Ameerpet, listed about 1 km away, with 14 years of experience.
He holds a DrNB in medical gastroenterology and a UK endoscopy qualification (ESEGH), and has taught at NIMS.
Why choose Dr. Lohith Kumar: The listed gastroenterologist inside Ameerpet.
2. Dr. Jatin Yegurla — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MD (PGI), DM (AIIMS Delhi), FAGIE (AIIMS Delhi), ESEGH (UK), gold medalist |
| Experience | 13 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby, about 4 km) |
| Patient feedback | 90% recommend (775+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Jatin Yegurla is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 13 years of experience.
He trained at PGI and AIIMS Delhi, and 90% of more than 775 patients on Apollo 24|7 recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Jatin Yegurla: AIIMS Delhi training and a very large base of patient reviews.
3. 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, about 4 km) |
| Patient feedback | 90% recommend (775+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Raghu D K is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 23 years of experience.
He is American Board certified with US fellowship training, and 90% of more than 775 patients recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Raghu: US board certification with over two decades of experience.
4. Dr. Bharani Immaneni — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MD, DM (Gastroenterology) |
| Experience | 12 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad (nearby, about 6 km) |
| Patient feedback | 90% recommend (75+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Bharani Immaneni is a gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, with 12 years of experience.
He holds a DM in gastroenterology, and 90% of more than 75 patients recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Bharani Immaneni: A DM-qualified gastroenterologist with good patient feedback.
5. Dr. B Prabhakar — Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda
| Qualifications | MD, DM (Gastroenterology) |
| Experience | 21 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, Hyderabad (nearby, about 5 km) |
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.
How to Choose the Right Gastroenterologist in Ameerpet
- 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.
