Dr. Naveen Polavarapu

About Dr. Naveen Polavarapu

Dr. Naveen Polavarapu is a Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Yashoda Hospitals in Hyderabad, India, with over 25 years of clinical excellence. He holds MRCP and FRCP credentials from leading UK institutions (Liverpool Deanery and Glasgow), along with advanced fellowships in liver transplant medicine and endoscopic procedures. Recognized as the best outgoing student at NTR University of Health Sciences in 2001, he brings exceptional academic and clinical credentials to every patient encounter.

Dr. Polavarapu has performed over 30,000 endoscopies, 10,000 colonoscopies, 9,000 ERCPs, and 9,000 endoscopic ultrasounds (EUS), establishing him as a highly experienced therapeutic endoscopist. His clinical expertise spans complex biliary interventions, chronic liver disease management, hepatic cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and liver transplant assessment. He specializes in advanced techniques including ERCP for bile duct stones and strictures, endoscopic ultrasound-guided procedures, and management of chronic pancreatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. His procedural volume and refined technique allow him to manage challenging cases with consistently high success rates.

Dr. Polavarapu regularly receives international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia who seek his expertise in complex hepatobiliary and endoscopic conditions. He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, facilitating seamless communication with diverse patient populations. His approach emphasizes personalized care, detailed pre-procedure counseling, and comprehensive post-treatment follow-up, ensuring international patients feel supported throughout their medical journey.

At Yashoda Hospitals in Hitec City, Hyderabad, Dr. Polavarapu practices at a JCI-accredited facility with state-of-the-art endoscopy suites, advanced imaging, and dedicated international patient services. The hospital's hepatology and gastroenterology departments are equipped with the latest therapeutic endoscopy technology and maintain high infection control standards. Hyderabad has become a preferred destination for medical tourism due to its combination of specialized expertise, affordability, and modern hospital infrastructure.

International patients choosing Dr. Polavarapu benefit from his dual training in UK and Indian healthcare systems, his extensive publication record in peer-reviewed journals on cholangiocarcinoma and bile duct diseases, and his role as an MRCP examiner for the Royal College of Physicians, UK. His commitment to medical education and mentorship reflects a physician dedicated to advancing the field while delivering individualized clinical care.