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Vertrauenswert 97/100
Dr Venkata Pawan Kumar Lekharaju
👤 5 Jahre Erfahrung
4,190+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
5
Publications
4
Languages spoken
Über uns
Dr Venkata Pawan Kumar Lekharaju is a Consultant Gastroenterologist with a specialist interest in hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) medicine at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. He has been a dual specialist in both Gastroenterology and General Medicine since 2015.
After earning his MBBS in 2001 from Andhra Medical College, Dr Lekharaju went on to complete his MD and achieved membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), including accreditation in Gastroenterology.
He provides expert assessment and management across the full spectrum of general gastroenterology, prioritising evidence‑based care and personalised treatment plans for every patient.
Clinical Expertise
Dr Lekharaju specialises in the diagnosis and management of:
Reflux disease and heartburn
Bloating
Poor appetite
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and disorders of gut–brain interaction
Gut microbiome–related conditions
Change in bowel habit
Chronic abdominal pain
General gastrointestinal symptoms like urgency, diarrhoea, bleeding and incontinence.
Iron deficiency anaemia
Abnormal liver function tests
Gallbladder and biliary dysfunction
Pancreatic disorders (cysts, pancreatic enzyme deficiency)
All types of liver disorders including fatty liver, liver fibrosis, liver cysts
Advanced Diagnostic Procedures
Dr Lekharaju offers a comprehensive range of specialist investigations, including:
Oesophageal manometry – for swallowing disorders and oesophageal motility assessment
24‑hour pH monitoring – for diagnosing reflux disease
Capsule endoscopy – high‑resolution imaging of the small bowel and large bowel
Breath testing for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
Tests for bile acid malabsorption
HIDA scan – for gallbladder function assessment
Stool tests of pancreatic function, Inflammatory bowel disease, FIT test
Liver scans including Fibroscan, MRI and CT scans
Endoscopic Expertise
Dr Lekharaju is highly skilled in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including:
Gastroscopy, sigmoidoscopy and Colonoscopy
Bowel cancer screening colonoscopy
Therapeutic endoscopy (polyp removal, bleeding management)
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
ERCP – endoscopic management of bile duct disorders
Medical and endoscopic management of bile duct stones
His endoscopic practice focuses on safe, high‑quality procedures with a strong emphasis on patient comfort and excellent clinical outcomes.
Approach to Care
Dr Lekharaju is known for his calm, approachable manner and clear communication style. He works closely with patients to understand their symptoms, provide accurate diagnosis, and create tailored management plans—integrating diet, lifestyle, medical therapy, and evidence‑based interventions.
He collaborates with dietitians, physiologists, surgeons, radiologists, and specialist nurses to deliver a multidisciplinary, patient‑centred approach.
After earning his MBBS in 2001 from Andhra Medical College, Dr Lekharaju went on to complete his MD and achieved membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), including accreditation in Gastroenterology.
He provides expert assessment and management across the full spectrum of general gastroenterology, prioritising evidence‑based care and personalised treatment plans for every patient.
Clinical Expertise
Dr Lekharaju specialises in the diagnosis and management of:
Reflux disease and heartburn
Bloating
Poor appetite
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and disorders of gut–brain interaction
Gut microbiome–related conditions
Change in bowel habit
Chronic abdominal pain
General gastrointestinal symptoms like urgency, diarrhoea, bleeding and incontinence.
Iron deficiency anaemia
Abnormal liver function tests
Gallbladder and biliary dysfunction
Pancreatic disorders (cysts, pancreatic enzyme deficiency)
All types of liver disorders including fatty liver, liver fibrosis, liver cysts
Advanced Diagnostic Procedures
Dr Lekharaju offers a comprehensive range of specialist investigations, including:
Oesophageal manometry – for swallowing disorders and oesophageal motility assessment
24‑hour pH monitoring – for diagnosing reflux disease
Capsule endoscopy – high‑resolution imaging of the small bowel and large bowel
Breath testing for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
Tests for bile acid malabsorption
HIDA scan – for gallbladder function assessment
Stool tests of pancreatic function, Inflammatory bowel disease, FIT test
Liver scans including Fibroscan, MRI and CT scans
Endoscopic Expertise
Dr Lekharaju is highly skilled in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including:
Gastroscopy, sigmoidoscopy and Colonoscopy
Bowel cancer screening colonoscopy
Therapeutic endoscopy (polyp removal, bleeding management)
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
ERCP – endoscopic management of bile duct disorders
Medical and endoscopic management of bile duct stones
His endoscopic practice focuses on safe, high‑quality procedures with a strong emphasis on patient comfort and excellent clinical outcomes.
Approach to Care
Dr Lekharaju is known for his calm, approachable manner and clear communication style. He works closely with patients to understand their symptoms, provide accurate diagnosis, and create tailored management plans—integrating diet, lifestyle, medical therapy, and evidence‑based interventions.
He collaborates with dietitians, physiologists, surgeons, radiologists, and specialist nurses to deliver a multidisciplinary, patient‑centred approach.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Venkata Pawan Kumar Lekharaju
Ausbildung & Training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Gastroenterologie
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2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Karriere & Anstellungen
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Lizenzen & Versicherung
Medizinische Lizenzen
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Facharztzertifikate
European Board of Gastroenterologie
Berufshaftpflichtversicherung:
AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR Deckung · No claims on file
Durchgeführte Verfahren
| Verfahren | Code | Lebenszeit-Anzahl |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 897 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,887 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,599 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,368 |
Leistungen & Preise
| Leistung | Dauer | Modalität | Preis |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 Min. | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 Min. | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 120 Min. | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 Min. | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
Praxis, Team & in der Praxis
Videos
Forschung & Publikationen
h-Index: 14 · i10: 6
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Outcomes of Gastroenterologie in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8095/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38532030 · zitiert von 105
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterologie outcomes
DOI: 10.4779/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39376588 · zitiert von 115
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Outcomes of Gastroenterologie in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.9066/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 36983935 · zitiert von 5
Eingeladene Vorträge
- Practical updates in Gastroenterologie European Annual Congress (Gastroenterologie) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Gastroenterologie National Society Meeting · Cheadle · 2023 · oral abstract
Auszeichnungen & Mitgliedschaften
Auszeichnungen
- 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterologie — Cheadle · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Gesellschaftsmitgliedschaften
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Seit 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Seit 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Seit 2022
Artikel dieses Arztes
- Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterologie
- Awareness When should you see a gastroenterologie?
Für internationale Patienten
- Koordinator
- Patient liaison · venkata.pawan.kumar.lekharaju@euroclinics.example
- Akzeptierte internationale Versicherungen
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Standort
1 TagPatientenbewertungen
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14 Bewertungen
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.7
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 98.0
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★★★★★ ✓ Verifiziert Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verifiziert Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verifiziert Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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