Looking for a stomach doctor, liver doctor or digestion specialist? A gastroenterologist is the medical term for a stomach and digestive system doctor who treats conditions like acidity, acid reflux, stomach pain, IBS, liver disease, hepatitis, jaundice, constipation, piles and stomach ulcers. If you have persistent stomach problems or have been told your liver enzymes are high, a gastroenterologist is the right doctor. In India, a qualified stomach doctor holds DM (Gastroenterology). For liver conditions, look for a hepatologist with specific expertise in liver disease management. For endoscopy and colonoscopy, choose a hospital with a dedicated endoscopy unit.

Mumbai is India's financial capital and home to some of the country's most advanced medical infrastructure. Hospitals like Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani, Tata Memorial, Lilavati and P.D. Hinduja have set benchmarks for specialist care across the country. Patients travel to Mumbai from across Maharashtra and neighbouring states for complex procedures and second opinions.

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