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Dr Venkata Pawan Kumar Lekharaju
👤 5 anos de experiência
4,190+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
5
Publications
4
Languages spoken
Sobre
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
Educação e formação
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Gastroenterologia
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2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Carreira e nomeações
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Licenças e seguros
Licenças médicas
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Certificações do conselho
European Board of Gastroenterologia
Seguro de responsabilidade profissional:
AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR cobertura · No claims on file
Procedimentos realizados
| Procedimento | Código | Total acumulado |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 897 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,887 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,599 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,368 |
Serviços e preços
| Serviço | Duração | Modalidade | Preço |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Consultório, equipa e na prática
Vídeos
Investigação e publicações
índice h: 14 · i10: 6
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Outcomes of Gastroenterologia in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8095/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38532030 · citado por 105
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterologia outcomes
DOI: 10.4779/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39376588 · citado por 115
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Outcomes of Gastroenterologia in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.9066/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 36983935 · citado por 5
Palestras convidadas
- Practical updates in Gastroenterologia European Annual Congress (Gastroenterologia) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Gastroenterologia National Society Meeting · Cheadle · 2023 · oral abstract
Prémios e afiliações
Prémios
- 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterologia — Cheadle · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Filiações em sociedades
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Desde 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Desde 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Desde 2022
Artigos deste médico
- Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterologia
- Awareness When should you see a gastroenterologia?
Para pacientes internacionais
- Coordenador
- Patient liaison · venkata.pawan.kumar.lekharaju@euroclinics.example
- Seguros internacionais aceites
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Localização
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14 avaliações
- 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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★★★★★ ✓ Verificado Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verificado Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verificado Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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