Dr. Jatin Yegurla is a highly qualified Gastroenterology and GI Medicine Specialist based in Hyderabad, Telangana, with an impressive 11 years of experience in the field. He holds multiple prestigious qualifications, including an MD from PGI, a DM from AIIMS Delhi, and fellowships that highlight his expertise, such as FAGIE from AIIMS Delhi and ESEGH from the UK. His commitment to excellence is reflected not only in his clinical practice but also through a series of notable awards and achievements throughout his career. Dr. Yegurla has performed complex procedures, demonstrating his skills and innovative techniques that have significantly benefited his patients. These include the POEM procedure for a 14-year-old child, laser lithotripsy for Type IV Mirizzi syndrome, EUS guided procedures for dual obstruction, and EUS cystogastrostomy for pancreatic issues, showcasing his capacity to handle intricate clinical cases with precision.
A distinguished accolade in his portfolio is the Gold Medal awarded for his MBBS degree, complemented by his notable rank as All India Rank 1 in DM Gastroenterology and Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship entrance exams. Dr. Yegurla also received the Vaidya Ratna Award and has been recognized both nationally and internationally for his research contributions, including a Travel Grant for an original research presentation at EASL in London. His active participation in the academic domain is exemplified by winning first prizes in various competitions, such as the Oral Presentation in PANCREAS and Endoscopy Quiz contests.
Fluent in Hindi, Telugu, and English, Dr. Yegurla ensures effective communication with a diverse patient base. His dedication to advancing gastroenterological practices continues to make him a sought-after specialist in his field, offering patients a blend of expert clinical care and compassionate service.
Pancreatology, Hepatology & GI Motility disorders.
Memberships
European specialty examination for gastroenterology and hepatology (ESEGH)
World endoscopy organization (WEO) since 2022 (Membership ID: jatin_yegurla_mIPUv)
Indian society of Gastroenterology (ISG) - Life member since 2022 (LM003052)
Society of Gastrointestinal endoscopy of India (SGEI)- Life member since 2023 (Y18/1848)
Indian National association for study of liver disease (INASL)- Life member since 2023 (157)
Indian Pancreas club – Life member since 2023 (IPC0224)
Crohn’s and colitis federation-India (CCF-I)- Life member since 2023 (LM-C-CCF-238)
Awards & Achievements
Gold-Medal in Obstetrics & Gynecology in Final MBBS-Part 2
All India Rank 1 in DM Gastroenterology (2019) & Advanced GI endoscopy fellowship (2022)
1st Prize in Endoscopy quiz at ENDOCON-2023 (Indore) & 3rd Prize in endoscopy quiz at ISGCON-2022 (Kolkata)
Awarded ICMR Grants twice for Short term scholarship award (2012 & 2014)
All India Rank 10 and selected for MD Internal Medicine course at PGIMER, Chandigarh
2018: 2nd Rank in S D Deodhar All India Rheumatology Quiz 2018 organized by Indian Rheumatology Association (IRA), PGIMER, Chandigarh
Vaidya Ratna award by mother foundation and Prof.K.Subbaorao
2nd rank in Final MBBS-Part II at Osmania Medical college, Hyderabad among 200 students
Research & Publications
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Jatin Y, Sharma S, Singh N, Qamar S, Agarwal S, Gopi S, et al. An open-label randomized controlled trial of early initiation of nasogastric feeding after endotherapy in variceal bleeding: A proof-of-concept study. J Clin Exp Hepatol. 2023
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Yegurla J, Sharma S, Singh N, Gunjan D, Saraya A, Duration of Fasting During Acute Variceal Bleeding in Chronic Liver Disease: Perceptions and Practices of Gastroenterologists. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatolo1ogy. 2021 June; 11(1)
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Gopi S, Singh N, Yegurla J, Tabish M, Agarwal S, Qamar S, Gunjan D, Saraya A. Diagnostic performance of fecal Elastase-1 in detection of steatorrhea in chronic pancreatitis: Real world experience. Pancreatology 2023
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Bajaj JS, Choudhury AK, Xie Q, Kamath PS, Topazian M, Yegurla J, et al. Global disparities in mortality and liver transplantation in hospitalised patients with cirrhosis: a prospective cohort study for the CLEARED Consortium. Lancet Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2023 Jul 1;8(7):611–22.
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Jagannath S, Agarwal A, Gunjan D, Mohindra S, Sharma V,Chowdhury SD, Yegurla J, et al. Mandatory preprocedural testing for SARS-CoV-2 for all-comers may not be required for resuming endoscopic services amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Gut. 2021 Sep;70(9):1805–6.
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Gopi S, Qamar S, Singh N, Agarwal S, Yegurla J, Rana A, et al. Malnutrition by GLIM criteria in chronic pancreatitis: Prevalence, predictors, and its impact on quality of life. Pancreatology 2022 Apr;22(3):367–73.
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Shalimar, Vaishnav M, Elhence A, Kumar R, Mohta S, Palle C, Yegurla J, et al. Outcome of Conservative Therapy in Coronavirus disease-2019 Patients Presenting with Gastrointestinal Bleeding. J Clin Exp Hepatol. 2021 Jun;11(3):327–33.
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Samanta J, Mahapatra SJ, Kumar N, Elhence A, Dhar J, Gupta A, Yegurla J, et al. Virus-related acute pancreatitis and virus superinfection in the “Dual disease” model of acute pancreatitis and SARS-Co-V2 infection: A multicenter prospective study. Pancreatology 2022 Apr;22(3):339–47.
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Choudhury A, Xie Q, Kamath PS, Topazian M, Sarin SK, Hayes P, Yegurla J, et al. Availability and affordability of services affects outcome in hospitalized patients with cirrhosis-results from CLEARED consortium. J Hepatol. 2023 Jun 1;78: S274–5.
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Yegurla J, Sharma S, Singh N, Qamar S, Gunjan D, Saraya A. Impact of early nasogastric tube feeding after endotherapy for acute variceal bleeding in patients with cirrhosis: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Hepatology. 2022 July 77: S633
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Bajaj JS, Kamath PS, Wong F, Hayes P, Yegurla J, et al. Risk factors for short-term post discharge clinical outcomes in patients hospitalized with decompensated chronic liver disease: interim results from Global CLEARED study. Journal of Hepatology. 2022 July; 77: S19
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Bajaj JS, Kamath PS, Wong F, Hayes P, Yegurla J, et al. CLEARED Global consortium results highlight regional variation and need for equity in inpatient outcomes in hospitalized patients with Chronic Liver Disease. Journal of Hepatology. 2022 July; 77: S49-S50
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Lohani N, Gopi S, Qamar S, Yegurla J, Chopra A, Singh N, Kanga U, et al. Su1131: Understanding the mechanism of skeletal muscle wasting in chronic pancreatitis. Gastroenterology. 2022. 162(7) :S-514
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Qamar S, Yegurla J, Saini A, Singh N, Sharma S, Gunjan D, Saraya A, et al. Measuring resting energy expenditure and substrate utilization in patients with cirrhosis presenting with acute variceal bleeding. Journal of Clinical and
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Experimental Hepatolo1ogy. 2022 January; 12: S24-S25 Agarwal S, Sharma S, Anand A, Bansal R, Yegurla J, et al. Do Patients with Viral Cirrhosis and Clinically Significant Portal Hypertension After Effective Viral Suppression Really Have Better Outcomes in Comparison to Those with Non- viral Cirrhosis? A Pragmatic Study. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology. 2022 January; 12: S14-S15
Dr. Jatin Yegurla currently practices at Apollo Health City Jubilee Hills, located in Hyderabad.
Q: Who is Dr. Jatin Yegurla?
Dr. Jatin Yegurla is a highly experienced Medical Gastroenterologist with 11 years of expertise in the field. He is known for providing exceptional patient care and advanced medical treatments. He areas of expertise include Acidity Treatment, Peptic Gastric Ulcer Treatment. He also treats conditions such as Acid Peptic Disorders, Digestive Disorders.
Q: Why do patients choose Dr. Jatin Yegurla?
Patients trust Dr. Jatin Yegurla for he expertise, patient-centric approach, and commitment to providing the highest standard of care. He is well-versed in the latest medical advancements and ensures personalized treatment for every patient.
Q: What is Dr. Jatin Yegurla’s specialization?
Dr. Jatin Yegurla specializes in Medical Gastroenterology, with expertise in treatments for Acidity Treatment, Peptic Gastric Ulcer Treatment.
Q: What are Dr. Jatin Yegurla’s medical qualifications?
Dr. Jatin Yegurla holds prestigious qualifications, including MBBS (Osm), MD (PGIMER Chandigarh), DM (AIIMS New Delhi), FAGIE (AIIMS New Delhi), ESEGH (London, UK); Gold Medalist.
Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Jatin Yegurla have?
Dr. Jatin Yegurla has 11 years of experience in the medical field, treating various conditions related to Medical Gastroenterology.
Q: How can I book an appointment with Dr. Jatin Yegurla?
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