Name: Dr. Vipulroy Rathod

Specialty: Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal Surgery, General Surgery, Interventional Endoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Medicine

Qualification / Board Certification: MBBS — Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat; MS in General Surgery — Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat

Affiliation(s): World Gastroenterology Institute — Andheri West, Mumbai; Bhatia Hospital; Jaslok Hospital; Lilavati Hospital; Saifee Hospital; Breach Candy Hospital; Holy Family Hospital; BSES MG Hospital; Endoscopy Asia — Lion Tarachand Bapa Hospital

Locations (City/State): Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Languages Spoken: Not publicly listed — contact clinic for details

Accepting New Patients: Yes (Video consultation and clinic visit available)

NPI Number: Not applicable (Indian practitioner — Maharashtra Medical Council Reg. No. 2009041621)

About the Doctor

Dr. Vipulroy Rathod is among India’s most accomplished, globally recognized, and institutionally impactful Gastroenterologists — a physician-surgeon whose 38-year career has been defined not only by exceptional clinical expertise in complex endoscopic and gastrointestinal procedures, but also by a pioneering spirit that has transformed the landscape of gastroenterological practice in India and earned him recognition on the world stage. He completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery at Veer Narmad South Gujarat University in Surat, and subsequently pursued advanced subspecialty training in Gastroenterology leading to a DM-level qualification, with further specialization in interventional endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and advanced therapeutic endoscopy. His Fellowship of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (FASGE) — awarded in Chicago, Illinois, in 2007 — cemented his international stature, as he became the first Indian Endoscopic Surgeon to receive this fellowship for outstanding global contribution in the fields of Endoscopy and EUS.

Dr. Rathod’s most notable clinical distinction is his role as the pioneer who introduced and advanced Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in India — two of the most technically demanding and clinically transformative procedures in modern gastroenterology. Having personally conducted thousands of complex endoscopic interventions, he possesses a depth of procedural mastery that few gastroenterologists anywhere in the world can claim. His clinical expertise spans hepatobiliary diseases, pancreatic disorders, gastrointestinal cancers, and endo-hepatology — subspecialty domains requiring the highest level of technical skill and diagnostic sophistication.

His institutional contributions are equally remarkable. In 2008, he established Endoscopy Asia — a state-of-the-art tertiary day care ambulatory endoscopy centre at Lion Tarachand Bapa Hospital — and in 2015, he founded the World Gastroenterology Institute in the heart of Mumbai, a full-fledged boutique tertiary gastroenterology hospital that covers the complete A-to-Z spectrum of gastroenterology and hepatology care. He served as Secretary of the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India from 2015 to 2018 and was appointed as a Committee Member of the International Society of Endoscopic Ultrasound for the same period. He is a prolific contributor to national and international medical journals and a regular presenter at global gastroenterology forums. He is currently accepting new patients for both in-clinic consultations and video consultations.

Key Highlights:

• 38 years of expertise in gastroenterology, endoscopy, and gastrointestinal surgery
• First Indian Endoscopic Surgeon to receive FASGE (American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Fellowship) — 2007
• Pioneer in introducing EUS and ERCP techniques in India
• Founder — World Gastroenterology Institute, Mumbai (2015)
• Founder — Endoscopy Asia, Lion Tarachand Bapa Hospital (2008)
• Secretary — Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (2015–2018)
• Committee Member — International Society of Endoscopic Ultrasound (2015–2018)
• Consulting privileges at eight leading Mumbai hospitals
• Prolific national and international publications and conference presenter
• Video consultations available — Consultation fee: ₹2,000
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

Medical School: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat — MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Postgraduate Degree: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat — MS in General Surgery (Master of Surgery)

Advanced Specialty Training: DM in Gastroenterology (referenced in profile — contact clinic for institutional details) Further specialization in Interventional Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy

International Fellowship: American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), Chicago, Illinois, USA — MASGE/FASGE (Fellow of ASGE — awarded 2007 for outstanding contribution to Endoscopy and EUS worldwide; first Indian Endoscopic Surgeon to receive this honor)

Medical Registration: Maharashtra Medical Council — Registration No. 2009041621 (since 2009)

Awards and Distinctions: FASGE — Fellow of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (2007) — First Indian Endoscopic Surgeon to receive this award Elected Secretary — Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (2015–2018) Founded Endoscopy Asia — State-of-the-art tertiary day care endoscopy centre (2008) Founded World Gastroenterology Institute — Full-spectrum boutique tertiary GI hospital, Mumbai (2015)

Professional Memberships: Founder and Life Member — Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons Life Member — International Hepatico-Pancreatico-Biliary Association (Indian Chapter) Life Member — Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA, Hong Kong) International Member — American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) FASGE — Honored for outstanding contribution to Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Committee Member — International Society of Endoscopic Ultrasound (2015–2018) Life Member — Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI) Joint Secretary — SGEI (2012–2015) Secretary — SGEI (2015–2018)

Medical Conditions Treated

As a Gastroenterologist, Gastrointestinal Surgeon, and Interventional Endoscopist, Dr. Rathod diagnoses, manages, and procedurally treats a comprehensive range of gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic conditions. Conditions he commonly addresses include the following.

• Gastrointestinal cancers (esophageal, gastric, colorectal, pancreatic, biliary)
• Hepatobiliary diseases (liver cirrhosis, hepatitis B and C, biliary strictures, bile duct stones)
• Pancreatic disorders (pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, pancreatic tumors, IPMN)
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Barrett’s esophagus
• Peptic ulcer disease (gastric and duodenal ulcers)
• Gastrointestinal bleeding (upper and lower GI hemorrhage)
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)
• Colorectal polyps and precancerous lesions
• Dysphagia and swallowing disorders
• Choledocholithiasis (bile duct stones)
• Biliary strictures and cholangitis
• Ascites and portal hypertension
• Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and NASH
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and functional gastrointestinal disorders
• Gastrointestinal tumors requiring endoscopic evaluation and resection
• Foreign body ingestion and esophageal or gastrointestinal obstruction
• Gastrointestinal motility disorders

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Rathod performs an exceptionally advanced and diverse range of endoscopic, surgical, and interventional gastroenterological procedures. These include the following.

• Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) for flat and sessile GI lesions
• Gastroscopy (upper GI endoscopy for esophagus, stomach, and duodenum)
• Colonoscopy (complete colon evaluation with biopsy and polypectomy)
• Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
• Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP — pioneering procedure in India)
• Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS — pioneer introducer in India; diagnostic and interventional)
• Nasal and Cervical Polypectomy
• Foreign Body Removal from Ear, Nose, Throat, and Esophagus
• Gastrointestinal Tumor evaluation and resection
• Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) for early GI cancers
• Endoscopic variceal band ligation for esophageal varices
• ERCP with sphincterotomy, stone extraction, and biliary stenting
• EUS-guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) and biopsy
• EUS-guided drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts and abscesses
• Endoscopic hemostasis for GI bleeding
• Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube placement
• Video capsule endoscopy for small bowel evaluation

Services Offered

Dr. Vipulroy Rathod provides a world-class, comprehensive, and highly specialized range of gastroenterological, endoscopic, and hepatobiliary services at the World Gastroenterology Institute in Andheri West, Mumbai, and across eight additional major Mumbai hospitals. His practice is defined by procedural excellence, clinical innovation, and an unwavering commitment to providing patients with the most advanced gastrointestinal care available anywhere in India.

Interventional Endoscopy — EUS and ERCP Pioneer: The most defining feature of Dr. Rathod’s global reputation is his pioneering role in introducing Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP to India and performing thousands of these complex interventional procedures. EUS combines endoscopy with high-frequency ultrasound to provide detailed imaging of the gastrointestinal wall and surrounding structures — including the pancreas, bile ducts, liver, and lymph nodes — and enables minimally invasive tissue sampling and therapeutic drainage under direct ultrasound guidance. ERCP allows access to and treatment of the bile ducts and pancreatic duct for stone removal, stricture management, and stent placement. Dr. Rathod’s mastery of these procedures reflects a skill level recognized by global endoscopic societies with the prestigious FASGE distinction.

Gastrointestinal Cancer Diagnosis and Management: Dr. Rathod provides comprehensive endoscopic evaluation, staging, and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers including esophageal, gastric, colorectal, and pancreatic malignancies. He performs Endoscopic Mucosal Resection and Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection for early-stage GI cancers — minimally invasive techniques that can achieve curative resection without surgery. EUS-guided staging and FNA biopsy allow accurate pre-surgical assessment of GI tumors and lymph node involvement.

Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Disease Management: Dr. Rathod’s clinical interests include hepatobiliary diseases — liver cirrhosis, biliary strictures, choledocholithiasis, and cholangitis — and pancreatic disorders including pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, and pancreatic tumors. His ERCP and EUS expertise allows him to diagnose and treat many of these conditions endoscopically, avoiding the need for open surgery in carefully selected patients.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Endoscopy: Dr. Rathod provides the full spectrum of diagnostic endoscopic services including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and video capsule endoscopy. These procedures enable direct visualization of the gastrointestinal mucosa, identification of polyps, ulcers, tumors, and inflammatory conditions, and biopsy of suspicious lesions for histopathological diagnosis.

Endo-Hepatology Services: Dr. Rathod’s practice encompasses endo-hepatology — the intersection of endoscopy and liver disease — including management of portal hypertension complications such as esophageal varices through endoscopic variceal band ligation, ascites management, and hepatic disease evaluation.

World Gastroenterology Institute: The World Gastroenterology Institute — founded by Dr. Rathod in 2015 — is a full-spectrum tertiary boutique hospital located in the heart of Mumbai, offering the complete A-to-Z of gastroenterology, hepatology, and related disciplines. It is strategically located ten minutes from the International Airport, making it accessible to both domestic and international patients. Video consultations are also available at ₹2,000 per consultation.

Services at a Glance:

• Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) — diagnostic and interventional
• ERCP — stone removal, biliary stenting, and stricture management
• Gastroscopy and upper GI endoscopy
• Colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening
• Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) and Submucosal Dissection (ESD)
• Gastrointestinal cancer diagnosis, staging, and endoscopic treatment
• Hepatobiliary disease management (liver cirrhosis, biliary strictures)
• Pancreatic disorder management (pancreatitis, cysts, tumors)
• Esophageal variceal band ligation
• Foreign body removal (esophagus, ENT)
• Nasal and cervical polypectomy
• Video capsule endoscopy for small bowel
• GERD, peptic ulcer, and IBD management
• Gastrointestinal hemorrhage evaluation and endoscopic hemostasis
• PEG tube placement
• Endo-hepatology and portal hypertension management
• Video consultations available at ₹2,000

Accepted Insurance Plans

Insurance and payment details are not currently publicly listed in Dr. Rathod’s ClinicSpots profile. The consultation fee at the World Gastroenterology Institute is ₹2,000. Please contact the clinic directly or via the ClinicSpots platform to confirm accepted insurance panels, cashless facility availability, and procedure-specific fee information before scheduling your appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Practice Practice: World Gastroenterology Institute Address: Amboli Naka Signal, Main S.V. Road, Next to ICICI Prudential, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra Consultation Fee: ₹2,000 Phone: Contact via ClinicSpots enquiry form or clinic reception

Hospital Affiliations

• World Gastroenterology Institute — Andheri West, Mumbai (Founder and Director — primary practice, established 2015)
• Endoscopy Asia, Lion Tarachand Bapa Hospital — Mumbai (Founder and Director — state-of-the-art tertiary day care endoscopy centre, established 2008)
• Bhatia Hospital — Mumbai (Visiting Consultant Gastroenterologist)
• Jaslok Hospital — Mumbai (Visiting Consultant Gastroenterologist)
• Lilavati Hospital — Mumbai (Visiting Consultant Gastroenterologist)
• Saifee Hospital — Mumbai (Visiting Consultant Gastroenterologist)
• Breach Candy Hospital — Mumbai (Visiting Consultant Gastroenterologist)
• Holy Family Hospital — Mumbai (Visiting Consultant Gastroenterologist)
• BSES MG Hospital — Mumbai (Visiting Consultant Gastroenterologist)