What does a gastroenterologist do?

A gastroenterologist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract. This includes the stomach, colon, digestive tract, esophagus, small intestine, rectum, gallbladder, liver, and pancreas among others.

What are the common disorders that a gastroenterologist treats?

Gastrointestinal disorders range from mild to serious and are described as any health conditions that appear in the digestive tract. These include: • Heartburn • Gallstones • Pancreatitis • Gallbladder disease • Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome (IBS) • Hemorrhoids • Rectal prolapse • Abnormal liver function • Peptic Ulcers and polyps • Colon Cancer • Crohn’s disease • Gastroenteritis • Infectious colitis

What common tests are done by a gastroenterologist?

• Abdominal angiogram • Colonoscopy to detect colon cancer • Upper GI endoscopy • Barium enema • Liver scan and biopsy • Abdominal ultrasound • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

What treatments are done by a gastroenterologist?

• Endoscopic polyp removal • Bowel clearance • Appendectomy • Gastric bypass • Bowel surgery • Colostomy • Hemorrhoids treatment • Stent placement in the colon, bile duct, esophagus • Colon cancer

What are the common signs and symptoms of a gastrointestinal disorder?

The most common symptoms that can require you to see a gastroenterologist include, but are not limited to: • Bloody stools • Stomach pain and discomfort • Changes in bowel habits • Rectal bleeding • Diarrhea • Severe and persistent heartburn • Bleeding in the digestive tract • Unexplainable weight gain or weight loss • Incontinence • Severe constipation

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Gastroenterology at King’s College Hospital London in Dubai

At King’s College Hospital London in Dubai, our Department of Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases provides advanced care for conditions affecting the digestive system, liver, pancreas, and colon. Our consultants follow the same evidence-based protocols used at King’s College Hospital in London, UK, based on NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guidelines. This ensures that every patient in the UAE receives UK-standard care close to home.

What does Gastroenterology do?

Gastroenterology focuses on disorders of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. At King’s College Hospital Dubai, our specialists diagnose and treat both common and complex conditions — from acid reflux and gastritis to inflammatory bowel disease, liver cirrhosis, and pancreatic disorders. We provide comprehensive care supported by advanced imaging, endoscopy, and multidisciplinary collaboration with surgery, interventional radiology, and dietetics.

When should you see us?

You should see a gastroenterologist if you experience:

Frequent heartburn, acidity, or bloating
Ongoing abdominal pain or discomfort
Changes in bowel habits such as constipation or diarrhea
Blood in the stool or unexplained weight loss
Jaundice or signs of liver disease
A family history of colorectal or gastrointestinal cancer

We also offer second opinions from specialists affiliated with King’s College Hospital in London, UK.

Conditions we treat and services we offer

Our gastroenterology team manages a wide range of digestive and liver conditions, including:

Acid reflux disease (GERD) and swallowing problems
Gastritis and peptic ulcers
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
Celiac disease
Gastroenteritis and infectious colitis
Functional bowel and motility disorders
Pancreatic diseases
Fatty liver disease and liver cirrhosis
Bowel cancer screening and prevention

We offer diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy services such as upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and advanced therapeutic endoscopy.

Specialized programs

For patients with complex or chronic conditions, our department runs specialized clinical programs that bring together experts from multiple disciplines:

Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Program
Acid Reflux Disease Program
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Program
Bowel Cancer Screening Program
Fatty Liver Disease Program
Endoscopic Bariatric Program
Liver Transplant Referral Program
Neurogastroenterology and GI Motility Services

Who are the best doctors for Gastroenterology in Dubai?

The best doctors for Gastroenterology in Dubai are Dr. Kaiser Raja, Dr. Farooq Khan, Dr. Yaser El-Gazzar, Dr. Lisa Sharkey, Dr. Pooja Khanna, Dr. Wael Dahhan, Dr. Sameh Fakhry, Dr. Guy Chung-Faye, and Dr. Denesh Gopalan at King’s College Hospital Dubai. They are UK-trained specialists and visiting consultants who provide expert care for all digestive and liver conditions. The team is led by Dr. Kaiser Raja, Clinical Director and Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, who manages complex liver and gastrointestinal cases using evidence-based UK protocols.

Why choose King’s College Hospital Dubai?

Direct clinical collaboration with King’s College Hospital in London, UK
UK-trained consultants with global experience
Adherence to NICE and international care standards
Full diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy suite
Multidisciplinary management for complex cases
Personalized, patient-centered care in Dubai

How can I book an appointment?

To book an appointment with our gastroenterology team, call +971 800 7777 or download the King’s App.

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King’s College Hospital Dubai is one of the top hospitals for gastroenterology and liver diseases in the UAE, providing UK-linked expertise, advanced endoscopy, and multidisciplinary care.

Yes. Our Bowel Cancer Screening Program provides colonoscopy-based screening, early polyp detection, and preventive care for high-risk patients.

Yes. Our hepatology team manages fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis, and liver cirrhosis, and offers a Liver Transplant Referral Program for advanced cases.

Yes. We perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy, EUS, and other advanced endoscopic procedures.

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