Dr. Kartik Natarajan
Senior Consultant
14 Years of ExperienceGastroenterologist
MBBS, DNB
Reg. No.:1600352 Tamil Nadu Medical Council, 2021
Apollo Hospital Chennai, Greams Road
English, Hindi, Tamil
Consultation Fee ₹ 1000
About Dr. Kartik Natarajan
Dr. Kartik Natarajan is a highly skilled Gastroenterologist in Chennai with a strong clinical focus on the diagnosis and management of a wide range of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders. After completing advanced super-specialty training in gastroenterology, he has developed comprehensive expertise across medical and procedural gastroenterology, managing both common digestive complaints and complex chronic conditions.
Currently practicing at Dr. Kartik Natarajan Apollo Hospital Chennai, he is widely regarded as a trusted Apollo Stomach Doctor in Chennai, treating patients with acid reflux, abdominal pain, liver disease, pancreatic disorders, and intestinal conditions. His reputation as a dependable Digestive Specialist in Chennai and Liver Specialist in Chennai is built on accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and consistent clinical outcomes. Positive reviews from Dr. Kartik Natarajan frequently highlight his clarity of explanation, compassionate care, and methodical treatment approach.
Dr. Kartik Natarajan’s Expertise and Specializations
- Gastrointestinal Disorders: Dr. Kartik Natarajan specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal conditions such as acid reflux (GERD), gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and chronic abdominal pain.
- Liver Diseases & Hepatology: As an experienced Liver Specialist in Chennai, he provides comprehensive care for fatty liver disease, hepatitis, cirrhosis, alcoholic and non-alcoholic liver disease, and abnormal liver function tests.
- Pancreatic & Biliary Disorders: He manages acute and chronic pancreatitis, gallbladder diseases, bile duct disorders, and pancreatic insufficiency using advanced diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
- Diagnostic & Therapeutic Endoscopy: Dr. Kartik Natarajan is proficient in advanced endoscopic procedures including upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, therapeutic endoscopy, polypectomy, variceal banding, and gastrointestinal bleeding management.
- Functional & Preventive Gastroenterology: He also focuses on preventive digestive care, nutritional counseling, lifestyle-related gut disorders, and early detection of gastrointestinal diseases through screening endoscopy.
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Top Procedures and Estimated Costs Performed by Dr. Kartik Natarajan
The following table provides indicative costs for common gastroenterology procedures managed by Dr. Kartik Natarajan, Apollo Hospital Chennai. Actual costs may vary depending on disease complexity and hospital protocols.
|
Procedure |
Cost in INR |
Cost in USD |
|
Gastroenterology Consultation |
INR 1,200 – INR 2,000 |
USD 15 – USD 25 |
|
Upper GI Endoscopy |
INR 5,000 – INR 12,000 |
USD 60 – USD 145 |
|
Colonoscopy |
INR 8,000 – INR 20,000 |
USD 95 – USD 240 |
|
Therapeutic Endoscopy |
INR 25,000 – INR 75,000 |
USD 300 – USD 900 |
|
ERCP Procedure |
INR 60,000 – INR 1,50,000 |
USD 720 – USD 1,800 |
|
Liver Biopsy |
INR 15,000 – INR 35,000 |
USD 180 – USD 420 |
|
GI Bleeding Management |
INR 30,000 – INR 1,00,000 |
USD 360 – USD 1,200 |
|
Fatty Liver Evaluation |
INR 10,000 – INR 25,000 |
USD 120 – USD 300 |
|
IBD Management |
INR 15,000 – INR 50,000 |
USD 180 – USD 600 |
|
Long-term Gastroenterology Follow-Up |
INR 8,000 – INR 20,000 |
USD 95 – USD 240 |
Note: Costs are indicative and may vary based on hospital stay, consumables, and treatment complexity.
Some Noteworthy Patient Reviews of Dr. Kartik Natarajan
Feedback reflected in Dr. Kartik Natarajan's reviews highlights his clinical expertise, patient-friendly communication, and structured approach to digestive care:
“Dr. Kartik Natarajan explained my stomach problem very clearly and treated it effectively.”
“One of the best gastroenterologists in Chennai — calm, knowledgeable, and reassuring.”
“Excellent liver specialist who focuses on long-term health, not just medicines.”
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Education
- MBBS - Maharashtra University of Health Science, 2012
- DNB - General Medicine - National Board Of Examinations, 2017
- DNB - Medical Gastroenterology - National Board Of Examination, 2016
Past Experience
- Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology, Apollo Hospital Chennai (Current)
Awards
- Received the ACG International Training Grant 2022
Associations/Membership
- ISG, ISG- TAMILNADU CHAPTER, ACC
- Member of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology and Americal college of Gastroenterology.
- Member of the organizing committee of the Tamil Nadu chapter of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology.
Paper Published
- Improving Esophageal Cancer Screening Across the Globe: Translating Knowledge into Action
- Primary Gastrointestinal Lymphoma: Clinicopathological Study – 10 Years’ Experience in a Tertiary Care Center in Southern India
- Rising Incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the Asian Subcontinent—An Exploration of Causative Factors
- Metastatic Extra-Skeletal Mesenchymal Chondrosarcoma of the Pancreas: A Rare Case Report and Comprehensive Review
- Efficacy and Safety of a Dedicated Full-Thickness Resection Device in the Gastrointestinal Tract: A Single-Center North American Experience
- Silent Storm: Unveiling a Rare Threat – A Case Report on Atrio-Esophageal Fistula
- Pyloric Gland Adenoma – A Precancerous Lesion Not to Be Missed
- Celiac Artery Thrombosis Presenting as Acute Abdomen
- Management of Rodenticide Poisoning: Tamil Nadu Chapter of Indian Society of Gastroenterology Guidelines
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases in Tamil Nadu: A Survey of Demographics, Clinical Profile, and Practices
- Incidence of Tuberculosis Among HIV-Infected Individuals on Long-Term Antiretroviral Therapy in the Private Healthcare Sector in Western India
- Strongyloidosis Hyperinfection Syndrome in an HIV-Infected Patient: A Rare Manifestation of Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome
- Primary Small Cell Carcinoma of the Liver in an HIV/Hepatitis B Co-Infected Patient on Virologically Suppressive Antiretroviral Therapy: Case Report and Literature Review
- Discordant CSF/Plasma HIV-1 RNA in Individuals on Virologically Suppressive Antiretroviral Therapy in Western India
Field of Expertise
- Abdominal Surgery
- Adhesion Lysis
- Appendectomy
- Bianchi Procedure
- Biliary Drainage and Stenting
- Cardiomyotomy
- Cholecystectomy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Screening
- Colorectal Surgery
- D2 Gastrectomy
- Endoscopic Gastrostomy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)
- Esophagectomy
- Foregut Surgery
- Fundoplication
- Gastrectomy
- Gastric Suction (Stomach Pumping)
- Hemicolectomy
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
- Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Ileoanal Anastomosis (J-Pouch) Surgery
- Inguinal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Colon Resection
- Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct (CBD) Exploration
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication
- Laparoscopic Splenectomy
- Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
- Low Anterior Resection
- Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)
- Meckel's Diverticulectomy
- Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Pancreatic Surgery
- Partial Colectomy
- Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)
- Portal Vein Embolization (PVE)
- Proctectomy
- Recurrent Hernia Surgery
- Retroperitoneum Surgery
- Robotic Hernia Surgery
- Serial Transverse Enteroplasty (STEP)
- Small Bowel Resection
- Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy
- Stricturoplasty
- Subtotal Proctocolectomy
- Total Colectomy
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Whipple Surgery
- Achalasia
- Acidity
- Bloating
- Bowel Obstruction
- Celiac Artery Compression Syndrome (CACS)
- Celiac Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction (CIP)
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Enterocutaneous Fistula (ECF)
- Failure to Thrive (FTT)
- Femoral Hernia
- Gallbladder Stone
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Hepatoblastoma
- Hepatomegaly (Enlarged Liver)
- Hirschsprung's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Intestinal Ischemia
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Obstructive Jaundice
- Pancreatic Pseudocysts
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Polyposis Syndrome
- Portosystemic Shunt (PSS)
- Rectum Perforation
- Right Hemicolectomy
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Sigmoid Volvulus
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ventral Hernia
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