Dr. Sakshi Karkra
Pediatric Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist — Artemis Hospital
Dr. Sakshi Karkra is a Head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon, with 25+ years of experience. Specialist in therapeutic endoscopy and pediatric liver diseases.
About Dr. Sakshi Karkra
Dr. Sakshi Karkra is Head of the Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Artemis Hospital in Gurgaon, India. With over 25 years of clinical experience in pediatrics and more than 14 years of specialized focus in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology, she brings deep expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex gastrointestinal and liver conditions in children. Board-certified with fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and liver transplant, Dr. Karkra holds postgraduate qualifications including MD (Paediatrics) and MRCPCH (Part II), along with advanced training in GI neurophysiology from USI and critical care nutrition from the Royal College of Physician, UK.
Dr. Karkra is highly skilled in a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic hemostasis, variceal ligation, polypectomy, and foreign body removal. She also performs advanced interventions such as endoscopic dilatation, GI stenting, and PEG tube placement. Her clinical practice spans pediatric liver disease management, motility assessments, and critical care nutrition—combining technical proficiency with evidence-based clinical judgment to optimize outcomes for each patient.
Dr. Karkra has developed a reputation for providing compassionate, comprehensive care to international patients seeking pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology services in India. She regularly treats families from the Gulf countries, Africa, and South Asia, and her multilingual fluency in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Arabic enables seamless communication with diverse patient populations. Her approachable manner and dedication to clear, individualized treatment planning have made her a preferred choice for parents seeking specialized pediatric care abroad.
Artemis Hospital, where Dr. Karkra leads her department, is a multi-specialty tertiary care center in Gurgaon equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including advanced endoscopy units and pediatric intensive care. The hospital's commitment to quality care, coupled with its established international patient services, makes it an ideal destination for families seeking world-class pediatric gastroenterology care. International patients benefit from the hospital's experienced medical teams, well-coordinated care pathways, and a patient-centric approach to treatment planning and follow-up.
For international families seeking pediatric gastroenterology care, Dr. Karkra offers a combination of clinical depth, advanced procedural skills, and cultural sensitivity. Whether the concern involves chronic liver disease, recurrent gastrointestinal symptoms, feeding difficulties, or complex pediatric hepatology, Dr. Karkra's comprehensive approach ensures each child receives individualized, world-standard care within a supportive hospital environment.