Dr. Vignesh
MBBS, MD(PEDIATRICS) DM(PEDIA. GASTRO) GASTROENTEROLOGY
Dr. Vignesh V. is a highly accomplished Senior Specialist in Paediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology, with advanced expertise in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional disorders in children.
Overview
Dr. Vignesh V. is a highly accomplished Senior Specialist in Paediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology, with advanced expertise in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional disorders in children.
He completed his MBBS from Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, followed by an MD in Paediatrics from JIPMER, Puducherry, one of India's premier medical institutions. He further pursued his DM in Paediatric Gastroenterology from SGPGIMS, Lucknow, where he received advanced training in complex paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology.
Dr. Vignesh's professional experience includes serving as a Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Travancore Medical Hospital, Kollam, and as an Assistant Professor at SGPGIMS, Lucknow, and the Postgraduate Institute of Child Health, Noida. These roles have strengthened his clinical expertise and academic experience in the field of paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology.
His clinical practice encompasses a wide spectrum of paediatric gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions, ranging from common luminal gastrointestinal disorders to complex liver, pancreatic, nutritional, and inflammatory bowel diseases.
Dr. Vignesh is also skilled in diagnostic and therapeutic paediatric endoscopic procedures, including advanced interventions such as paediatric ERCP, luminal stenting, manometry, EUS, and other specialized procedures. He follows an evidence-based and patient-centred approach, providing comprehensive care for children while supporting families throughout the treatment journey.
Areas of Special Interest
Luminal Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Severe abdominal pain
- Prolonged diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Rectal prolapse
- Abdominal distension
- Gastrointestinal tumours
- Blood in stool or vomiting
- Foreign body ingestion
- Corrosive ingestion
Hepatobiliary Diseases
- Evaluation of deranged liver function tests
- Prolonged jaundice in infants
- Hepatitis B and C
- Hepatomegaly
- Jaundice with altered sensorium
Pancreatic Disorders
- Congenital pancreatic anomalies
- Cystic fibrosis with pancreatic insufficiency
- Acute pancreatitis
- Chronic pancreatitis
Nutritional Disorders
- Severe malnutrition
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Failure to thrive
- Food allergies
- Cow's milk allergy
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Crohn's Disease
- Gastrointestinal Tuberculosis
Endoscopic & Advanced Procedures
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
- Colonoscopy
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Polypectomy
- Variceal Band Ligation
- Sclerotherapy
- Foreign Body Removal
- PEG Insertion
- Paediatric ERCP
- Manometry
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- Luminal Stenting
- Push Enteroscopy
- Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)
Educational Qualifications
- MBBS – Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai
- MD (Paediatrics) – JIPMER, Puducherry
- DM (Paediatric Gastroenterology) – SGPGIMS, Lucknow
Key Highlights
- Senior Specialist in Paediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Advanced expertise in paediatric gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional disorders
- Trained at leading institutions including JIPMER and SGPGIMS
- Experienced in managing complex paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology conditions
- Skilled in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic paediatric endoscopic procedures
- Expertise in paediatric ERCP, luminal stenting, manometry, EUS, and advanced endoscopic interventions
- Experienced in the management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, including Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease
- Dedicated to evidence-based, comprehensive, and compassionate care for children and their families
Languages Known
- English
- Malayalam
- Hindi
- Tamil
Professional Experience
- Senior Specialist – Paediatric Gastroenterology
- Specialist in Paediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology – Travancore Medical Hospital, Kollam
- Assistant Professor – SGPGIMS, Lucknow
- Assistant Professor – Postgraduate Institute of Child Health, Noida
- Experienced in the management of complex gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional disorders in children
- Skilled in diagnostic and therapeutic paediatric endoscopy
- Committed to evidence-based and compassionate paediatric care