Dr. Antony Paul Chettupuzha is a distinguished Gastroenterologist with extensive expertise in the digestive system, holding qualifications of MBBS, MD, DM, and FRCP. He commenced his medical education at Thrissur Government Medical College in 1987, graduating with an MBBS degree from the University of Calicut in 1993. He then pursued a Postgraduate degree (MD) in Internal Medicine at Amritsar Government Medical College under Guru Nanak University, completing his studies in 1998. Dr. Chettupuzha gained practical experience as a registrar in Gastroenterology at PVS Hospital, Kochi, where he learned the use of ultrasound in abdominal diagnostics. He furthered his specialization by undertaking a DM in Gastroenterology at Government Medical College, Kozhikode, from 2001 to 2004. During this period, he published nine papers and presented numerous studies at various gastroenterology and hepatology academic forums, receiving awards for his posters and quiz competitions. In 2004, Dr. Chettupuzha joined Lakeshore Hospital and Research Center as a junior consultant, progressing to the role of Consultant Gastroenterologist. At Lakeshore, he mastered advanced endoscopic procedures including ERCP and EUS. Notably, in 2007, he became the first practitioner in Kerala to perform Double Balloon Enteroscopy, a technique he learned from Professor Yamamoto of Jichi Medical College, Japan. Dr. Chettupuzha has taught endoscopic procedures to DNB students and has been an active participant in national and international conferences, occasionally serving as a faculty member. His travels to over 20 countries reflect his passion for exploration, and he has been involved in various social activities, including serving as president of the Rotary Club of Cochin Knights (2013-14) and holding leadership roles in multiple academic societies, including the Cochin Gut Club and the Indian Society of Gastroenterology Kerala chapter. Dr. Chettupuzha is also engaged in clinical research and multicentre trials, particularly in palliative endoscopic procedures for end-stage cancer and irreversible neurological conditions. His commitment to medical excellence is evidenced by his extensive experience, having performed and supervised over 2000 abdominal ultrasounds annually for the past 15 years and more than 500 ERCPs. He is married to Ms. Teena, an amateur fashion designer, and they have a daughter, Anamika, who is a talented young painter. Dr. Chettupuzha's professional registration number is 21835, issued by the Travancore Cochin Medical Council, and he is licensed to practice across India. He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam. Experience More than 15 years of experience as a Gastroenterologist in VPS Lakeshore. Expert in all Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Procedure - Both diagnostic and therapeutic upper & lower GI scopies. Has done and supervised more than 2000 abdominal ultrasound per year for the past 15 years. The first person to do Double Balloon Enteroscopy in South India in 2007 and has completed more than 1000 procedures. Has performed and supervised more than 500 ERCPS over the last 15 years. Worked as registrar in Gastroenterology in PVS hospital, Kochi. Other Information Actively involved in clinical research and multicentre clinical trials. Has done many palliative endoscopic procedures in end-stage cancer and irreversible neurological damage patients. Been a part of many academic societies in the leadership role and as treasurer of the organising committee of 2018 annual ISGCON meet conducted in Cochin. Published 9 papers and presented many papers in several Gastroenterology and Hepatology academic forums.

my_location Lakeshore Hospital and Research Centre Ltd, Ernakulam, Kerala - 682040

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