Manipal hospitals, Whitefield – India
About Dr. Srikanth K P
Dr. Srikanth K P is a Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road (primary) and Whitefield and Sarjapur Road (visiting), Bangalore — with 16+ years of experience, DM from PGIMER Chandigarh (India's premier medical institute), and awards including the Young Investigator Award at ESPGHAN Geneva 2018 and ISPGHAN Presidential Poster Award 2016.
- 16+ years of clinical experience; Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. 83719
- MBBS — Mysuru Medical College (2009); MD — Paediatrics, PGIMER Chandigarh (2012); DM — Paediatric Gastroenterology, PGIMER Chandigarh (2017)
- Specialises: neonatal/infantile cholestatic liver disease, metabolic liver disease, acute/recurrent/chronic pancreatitis, paediatric inflammatory bowel disease, paediatric liver transplantation, short bowel syndrome
- Awards: Young Investigator Award — ESPGHAN, Geneva (2018); ISPGHAN Presidential Poster Award — Kolkata (2016)
- Member: ISPGHAN, IAP, ISG, INASL; media contributor: Deccan Herald, The Indian Express, News9
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Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Mysuru Medical College (University of Mysore), 2009
- MD — Paediatrics, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, 2012
- DM — Paediatric Gastroenterology, PGIMER, Chandigarh, 2017
Fellowships & Special Training
- Apprenticeship in Paediatric Hepatology — Rela Hospital, Chennai
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. 83719
- Member — Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ISPGHAN)
- Member — Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)
- Member — Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)
- Member — Indian National Association for the Study of the Liver (INASL)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Neonatal & Infantile Cholestatic Liver Disease
- Metabolic Liver Disease (Wilson's Disease, NAFLD, etc.)
- Acute, Recurrent, and Chronic Pancreatitis
- Paediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's, Colitis)
- Biliary Atresia
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Paediatric Functional GI Disorders (Constipation, IBS)
- Gastrointestinal Foreign Body Ingestion
Sub-specialties
- Paediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology: DM-trained at PGIMER Chandigarh — India's foremost medical postgraduate institute — a niche subspecialty with very few practitioners in India. Expert in all paediatric digestive system disorders from neonatal jaundice and cholestatic liver disease to complex pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and paediatric liver transplant support at Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore.
- Paediatric Endoscopy: Specialist in upper GI endoscopy (foreign body removal, diagnostic), lower GI endoscopy (colonoscopy, polypectomy), endoscopic gastrostomy tube (PEG) placement, EVL, EST, and neonatal endoscopy — one of very few trained paediatric endoscopists in Karnataka.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Upper GI Endoscopy (Diagnostic & Foreign Body Removal)
- Colonoscopy & Polypectomy
- Endoscopic Variceal Ligation (EVL)
- Endoscopic Sclerotherapy (EST)
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Tube Placement
- Esophageal & Pyloric Dilation
- Neonatal & Paediatric Endoscopy
- Paediatric Liver Transplant Evaluation & Post-Transplant Care
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road (HAL Road), Bengaluru — Consultant, Paediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology (Present, from 2018)
- Manipal Hospitals, Whitefield, Bengaluru — Visiting Consultant (Present)
- Manipal Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru — Visiting Consultant (Present)
Past Affiliations
- PGIMER, Chandigarh — MD Paediatrics and DM Paediatric Gastroenterology Training (2009–2017)
- Rela Hospital, Chennai — Apprentice in Paediatric Hepatology
Academic & Research Roles
- Multiple publications in paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology journals
- Invited contributor — Deccan Herald (inflammatory bowel disease in children, biliary atresia), The Indian Express (biliary atresia), News9 (mindful eating), Bangalore Mirror
- Media spokesperson on paediatric digestive health in Bangalore
Key Achievements
- 16+ years of clinical paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology practice
- DM — PGIMER Chandigarh (India's foremost medical institute)
- Young Investigator Award — ESPGHAN Annual Congress, Geneva, 2018
- ISPGHAN Presidential Poster Award — Kolkata, 2016
- One of very few trained paediatric gastroenterologists and endoscopists in Karnataka
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Young Investigator Award (YIA): ESPGHAN (European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition) Annual Congress, Geneva, 2018
- ISPGHAN Presidential Poster Award: Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Kolkata, 2016
Professional Memberships
- Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ISPGHAN)
- Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)
- Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)
- Indian National Association for the Study of the Liver (INASL)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple research publications in paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology journals — including topics on metabolic liver disease, pancreatitis in children, and paediatric functional GI disorders (full list available via Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, Bangalore).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Metabolic liver disease in children (Wilson's disease, NAFLD)
- Paediatric inflammatory bowel disease management in India
- Neonatal cholestatic liver disease outcomes
- Foreign body ingestion — endoscopic management in neonates and children
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Paediatric Gastroenterology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹1,200 | $10 – $14 |
| Upper GI Endoscopy (Paediatric) | ₹6,000 – ₹18,000 | $72 – $216 |
| Colonoscopy (Paediatric) | ₹8,000 – ₹20,000 | $96 – $240 |
| PEG Tube Placement | ₹25,000 – ₹60,000 | $300 – $720 |
| Paediatric Liver Disease Management | Variable (as per treatment protocol) | Variable |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Srikanth K P use in Paediatric Gastroenterology?
Dr. Srikanth K P employs upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL), PEG tube placement, neonatal endoscopy, and esophageal/pyloric dilation. His DM from PGIMER Chandigarh — India's foremost medical institute — and awards including the ESPGHAN Young Investigator Award 2018 (Geneva) reflect internationally recognised expertise in paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology at Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore.
2. What conditions does Dr. Srikanth K P specialize in treating?
Dr. Srikanth K P specialises in neonatal cholestatic liver disease, metabolic liver disease, pancreatitis in children, paediatric IBD, biliary atresia, short bowel syndrome, and paediatric functional GI disorders. International patients seeking the best paediatric gastroenterologist in Bangalore consult him at Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Srikanth K P?
Appointments with Dr. Srikanth K P can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Srikanth K P?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Srikanth K P, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Srikanth K P offer second opinions for Paediatric Gastroenterology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for parents who wish to review their child's gastrointestinal or liver diagnosis with a PGIMER-trained DM specialist and ESPGHAN award winner at Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore.
