About Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai
Expertise in Gastroenterology.
Care Focused on You.
Meet Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai, a Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist at Fortis Hospital, Kolkata, with specialist qualifications in gastroenterology and extensive expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai
Advanced Gastroenterology Expertise With a Patient-Focused Approach
Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai is a Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist at Fortis Hospital, Kolkata, with specialist training and experience in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions. He completed his MBBS and MD from BHU, Varanasi, and his DM in Gastroenterology from IPGMER, Kolkata.
With experience at Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata, and expertise in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, Dr. Rai combines clinical knowledge with specialized endoscopic skills to provide comprehensive gastroenterology care.
For patients seeking a gastroenterology doctor in Kolkata, his practice focuses on careful evaluation, appropriate diagnosis and specialist management of digestive, liver, pancreatic and biliary conditions.
Comprehensive evaluation of gastrointestinal symptoms and digestive health concerns with an individualized approach to diagnosis and care.
Expertise in advanced procedures including ERCP, EUS, SpyGlass, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy and specialized therapeutic interventions.
Specialized gastroenterology expertise covering digestive, liver, pancreatic and biliary conditions, supported by advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities.
Specialized Knowledge for
Complex Gastrointestinal Care
Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai has developed expertise across a broad spectrum of gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy. His procedural skills include ERCP, EUS, SpyGlass cholangioscopy, confocal laser endomicroscopy, gastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, balloon enteroscopy, capsule endoscopy, APC, RFA and PEG tube placement.
He also has experience with high-resolution manometry and motility studies, esophageal stricture dilatation and achalasia management.
Patients searching for a liver specialist in Kolkata can benefit from consulting a gastroenterology specialist with expertise spanning the gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary systems.
Experience
MBBS | MD | DM | FASGE | FACG
Research & Publications
Bringing Clinical Expertise and Academic Experience Together
Dr. Rai has been involved in research projects, clinical trials, academic presentations and peer-reviewed publications in several areas of gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy.
His research experience includes work involving post-ERCP pancreatitis prevention, biliary strictures, endoscopic ultrasound, confocal endomicroscopy, capsule endoscopy, pancreatic necrosectomy, gastrointestinal bleeding and other complex gastrointestinal conditions.
His academic involvement reflects a continued engagement with developments in gastroenterology, endoscopy and evidence-based clinical practice.
Awards & Recognition
A Career Supported by Professional Achievement
Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai has received recognition for his academic and professional contributions, including the Young Endoscopist Award from the Korean Society of Gastroenterology and fellowship training in Endoscopic Ultrasound at Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea.
He has also received awards for video presentations at national and international gastroenterology meetings and has participated in major conferences including DDW and APDW.
Professional Credentials
FASGE
Fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
FACG
Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology
DM Gastroenterology
IPGMER, Kolkata
Why Patients Choose
Specialist Gastroenterology Care
Expertise That Goes
Beyond Consultation
1) Specialist Training
Dr. Rai completed his MBBS and MD from BHU, Varanasi, followed by DM in Gastroenterology from IPGMER, Kolkata.
2) Advanced Procedural Expertise
His documented skills cover a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic gastroenterology procedures, including ERCP, EUS, SpyGlass, enteroscopy and capsule endoscopy.
3) Research Experience
His professional profile includes clinical research, multicenter trials, academic presentations and peer-reviewed publications in gastroenterology.
4) Professional Affiliations
He is associated with leading gastroenterology organizations and holds Fellow status with the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the American College of Gastroenterology.
Areas of Expertise
Comprehensive Care Across Digestive Health
Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai’s clinical expertise includes:
Gastrointestinal disorders
Liver and hepatobiliary conditions
Pancreatic disorders
Biliary disorders
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Esophageal disorders
Achalasia
Gastrointestinal motility disorders
Small bowel disorders
Advanced diagnostic endoscopy
Looking for a Gastroenterology Specialist in Kolkata?
Specialized Care From an Experienced Gastroenterology Professional
Choosing the right specialist is an important part of managing digestive and gastrointestinal concerns. Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai brings specialist gastroenterology training, advanced endoscopic expertise and academic experience to his clinical practice.
If you are looking for a gastroenterology specialist in Kolkata, you can consult Dr. Rai for evaluation of a wide range of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic and biliary concerns.
For patients searching online for the best gastrology doctor in Kolkata, it is important to consider specialist qualifications, relevant procedural expertise, clinical experience and professional credentials when making a healthcare decision.
Professional Associations
Connected With the Gastroenterology Community
Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai is associated with several professional organizations, including:
1) Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)
2) Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI)
3) American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
4) American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)
5) American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
He has also served on the Governing Council of the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India and as a reviewer for the Journal of Digestive Endoscopy.
Take the Next Step Towards Better Digestive Health
Whether you need a specialist evaluation, advanced endoscopic procedure or guidance regarding a gastrointestinal concern, Dr. Vijay Kumar Rai provides specialized gastroenterology care backed by professional training and extensive clinical expertise.