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Overview |
Dr. Tapan Shah is a highly accomplished Senior Consultant in Surgical Gastroenterology, GI Oncology, Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery, and Advanced GI Endoscopy, with over 18 years of dedicated clinical experience in managing complex gastrointestinal, hepatopancreatobiliary, and oncological disorders. Holding an MBBS, MS in General Surgery, advanced fellowship training in GI Surgery, Endoscopy, and Transplant Surgery from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), USA, along with an Executive MBA from Harvard Business School, Dr. Shah combines world-class surgical expertise with patient-centred care and clinical leadership.
He has extensive expertise in advanced therapeutic endoscopy, including ERCP, EUS, POEM, STER, EMR, endoscopic mucosal resection, third-space endoscopy, and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery. Throughout his career, Dr. Shah has independently managed thousands of complex gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary cases, with a special focus on GI cancers, pancreaticobiliary disorders, complex luminal diseases, and minimally invasive surgical interventions. His evidence-based approach, technical precision, and multidisciplinary collaboration have consistently resulted in excellent clinical outcomes.
Committed to innovation, research, and academic excellence, Dr. Shah has contributed extensively to peer-reviewed international publications, postgraduate training, and the development of advanced endoscopy programs. His passion for delivering cutting-edge, minimally invasive treatments, combined with compassionate patient care, enables patients to benefit from faster recovery, improved safety, and better long-term outcomes.
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Expertise |
- Advanced Therapeutic GI Endoscopy
Comprehensive expertise in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including ERCP, EUS, EMR, endoscopic haemostasis, biliary interventions, and complex luminal therapeutics.
- ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Advanced management of biliary and pancreatic disorders, including difficult cannulation, CBD stone extraction, biliary stenting, hilar strictures, pancreatic duct interventions, and altered surgical anatomy.
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Diagnostic and interventional EUS procedures, including fine-needle aspiration (FNA/FNB), pancreatic lesion evaluation, pseudocyst drainage, celiac plexus block, and EUS-guided therapeutic interventions.
- Third-Space Endoscopy (POEM & STER)
Advanced endoscopic treatment of achalasia, subepithelial tumours, and complex oesophageal motility disorders using minimally invasive third-space techniques.
- Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
Comprehensive surgical management of benign and malignant liver, gallbladder, bile duct, and pancreatic diseases using minimally invasive and open surgical techniques.
- GI Oncology
Multidisciplinary management of gastrointestinal cancers with expertise in advanced endoscopic diagnosis, staging, therapeutic interventions, and oncological surgery.
- Minimally Invasive GI Surgery
Laparoscopic surgical management of upper and lower gastrointestinal disorders, providing faster recovery, reduced postoperative pain, and improved patient outcomes.
- Pancreatic Disorders
Diagnosis and management of acute and chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cystic lesions, pancreatic tumours, and pancreatic duct disorders.
- Upper & Lower Gastrointestinal Surgery
Management of complex oesophageal, gastric, small bowel, colorectal, and anorectal diseases through advanced surgical and minimally invasive techniques.
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Clinical Journey |
- Freelance Senior Consultant – GI Surgery & Advanced Endoscopy (2026 – Present)
- Professor & Head – Department of Gastroenterology Surgery, ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Faridabad (2023 – 2026)
- Director – Gastroenterology Science, Park Group of Hospitals, Gurugram (2019 – 2023)
- Director of Medical Services & Chief Executive Officer, Park Group of Hospitals, Gurugram (2019 – 2023)
- Assistant Professor, West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, USA (2009 – 2017)
- Advanced Fellowship – GI Surgery, Endoscopy & Transplant Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Pittsburgh, USA (2005 – 2009)
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Academic Qualifications |
- Executive MBA – Harvard Business School, Boston, USA (2017–2018)
- Advanced Fellowship in GI Surgery, Endoscopy & Transplant Surgery (Research Scholar) – University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), USA (2005–2009)
- MS (General Surgery) – South Gujarat University, Surat (2000–2003)
- MBBS – South Gujarat University, Surat (1993–1999)
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Professional Strengths |
- Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy
Highly experienced in ERCP, EUS, POEM, STER, EMR, and other complex diagnostic and therapeutic GI endoscopic procedures.
- Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Expertise
Specialized in managing benign and malignant hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases through integrated endoscopic and surgical approaches.
- Minimally Invasive GI Surgery
Expert in advanced laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery, offering precision treatment with faster recovery and improved patient outcomes.
- GI Oncology Leadership
Extensive experience in multidisciplinary management of gastrointestinal cancers, including advanced endoscopic diagnosis, staging, and minimally invasive surgery.
- Clinical Innovation
Successfully established advanced endoscopy programs and implemented minimally invasive treatment pathways that improved procedural outcomes and patient safety.
- Academic & Research Excellence
Author of multiple peer-reviewed international publications and actively involved in postgraduate education, clinical research, and academic mentorship.
- Evidence-Based Practice
Committed to delivering ethical, guideline-based care supported by continuous quality improvement and outcome-driven clinical practice.
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Fellowships & Certifications |
- Advanced Fellowship in GI Surgery, Endoscopy & Transplant Surgery – University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), USA
- Executive MBA – Harvard Business School, Boston, USA
- Advanced training in Therapeutic ERCP, EUS, Third-Space Endoscopy (POEM & STER), EMR, and minimally invasive hepatopancreatobiliary surgery.
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Academic Contributions |
- Faculty member involved in postgraduate surgical and endoscopy training.
- Established dedicated academic and research programs in hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases.
- Developed advanced endoscopy services, training protocols, and multidisciplinary GI oncology pathways.
- Regular contributor to clinical research, international publications, and evidence-based advancements in surgical gastroenterology.
