Dr. Vedant H Karvir

ABOUT GLOBUS:

Globus is a first dedicated centre in Malad in Mumbai for all Adult and Pediatric problems related to Gastro-intestinal tract – the stomach, intestines, esophagus, liver, pancreas, colon and rectum. The centre has been set-up by Dr.Vedant H. Karvir, a Hepato-Gastroenterologist & Interventional Endoscopist from West Mumbai. His keen interest areas include Liver Diseases (Hepatology) and Therapeutic Endoscopy. After completing his Basic medical training (MBBS) from Kolhapur , he pursued 3 year training (MD) with Research in Gastroenterology and Hepatology followed by which he joined the prestigious KEM Hospital in Mumbai where he worked for 3 years as a fellow in Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department. He has performed more than 15,000 Gastroscopies and over 3,000 Colonoscopies. He has done many advanced procedures which involve control of Gastro-intestinal bleeding, Removal of Foreign bodies (For Eg. Coin in food pipe), Esophageal dilatation, ERCP (Removal of stone in CBD) and PEG Feeding Tube Insertion. He received extensive hands-on training in diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI tract endoscopy and colonoscopy on the Olympus HD video endoscope system.

Dr. Vedant H. Karvir is currently also attached to Sanjeevani Hospital in Malad East &  Thunga Hospital in Mira Road. In addition, he has started his own Gastroenterology Centre named as Pruthvi Hospital and Endoscopy Centre at Boisar, a distant suburb of West Mumbai. He visits there Once every week (Wednesday evening).

He is also elected as International member of American college of Gastroenterology in 2012. He is also a Member of Indian Society of Gastroenterology(ISG),  Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI). 

About Dr. Bijal V. Karvir:

Dr. Bijal V Karvir is one of the first few Pediatric Hepato Gastroenterologists in Mumbai. After completing her basic medical training (MBBS) from KJ Somaiya Medical College in Mumbai and Post Graduation in Pediatrics (DNB) from Western railway Hospital in Mumbai, she completed her super specialisation in Pediatric Gastroenterology from LTMG Hospital in Mumbai. Her keen interest areas include Pediatric & Neonatal Liver Diseases, Celiac Disease, Chronic Diarrhoea, Pediatric Dignostic & Therapeutic Endoscopies including removal of foreign bodies (e.g. Coin) in GI Tract.

Frequently Asked Questions:-

Why Should You Visit a Gastroenterologist?

The unique training and experience of gastroenterologists allows them to provide high-quality, comprehensive care for patients with Liver & GI conditions. Studies have shown that gastroenterologists perform higher quality colonoscopies and provide more comprehensive care for liver & gastrointestinal conditions than other physicians/surgeons. This translates to more accurate detection of ulcers, polyps, cancer, and fewer complications from procedures and less time in the procedure for patients treated by GI specialists.

When Should You See a Gastroenterologist?

Patients are usually referred to gastroenterologist by their primary care physician. Your physician may recommend you to see a gastroenterologist if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms of GI disorders:

Acidity related problems.

Constipation and Diarrhoea.

Pain in abdomen.

Abdominal Bloating.

Liver Diseases(For Eg: Alcohol Related, Hepatitis B/C, Autoimmune etc)

Pancreatic diseases.

Bleeding from Mouth/ Bleeding from Rectum.

Loss of appetite or weight.

What is Gastroscopy?                                                                                                                                                   

Also known as upper G.I endoscopy or EGD, Gastroscopy is a procedure that enables your physician to examine the lining of the upper part of your gastrointestinal tract, i.e. the esophagus, stomach and duodenum (first portion of the small intestine) using a thin flexible tube with its own lens and light source. Upper endoscopy is usually performed to evaluate symptoms of persistent upper abdominal burning pain, nausea, vomiting or difficulty swallowing. It is also the best test for finding the cause of bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract. The procedure is painless and has very low rate of complications (1 in 10,000)

What is Colonoscopy?

It is a procedure that enables your physician to examine the lining of the large intestine by inserting a flexible tube with its own lens and light source called Colonoscope into the anus and advancing it further upto terminal ileum (last part of small intestine). If the doctor sees an area that needs evaluation in greater detail, a biopsy (sample of the colon lining) may be obtained which is painless and submitted to a laboratory for Histopathological analysis.The procedure is done under sedation or Anaesthesia and hence it is a painful procedure. It has low rate of complication (1 in 1,500).

What is ERCP?

ERCP is a procedure that enables your physician to examine the pancreatic duct and bile duct (duct connecting Gall Bladder to Intestines). A specially designed Side Viewing Endoscope (SVE) is passed through the mouth, into stomach and first part of the small intestine (duodenum). In the duodenum, a small opening is identified (ampulla) and a small plastic tube (canula) is passed through the endoscope and into this opening. Dye (contrast material) is injected and X-rays are taken to study the ducts of the pancreas and liver. Bile duct stones which are impacted can be diagnosed and removed with an ERCP. Tumors, both cancerous and noncancerous can be diagnosed and then treated with placing plastic or metal tubes (stents) that are used to bypass a blockage of the bile duct.