Dr. S. Babu Kumar
Dr. S. Kumar
Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary 19+ Years Experience

Dr. S. Babu Kumar

MBBS, MD, DM
Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary

About Dr. S. Babu Kumar

Professional Summary

Dr. S. Babu Kumar is an experienced and dedicated Medical Gastroenterologist and Interventional Endoscopist with over 19 years of clinical practice. Currently serving as a Senior Consultant at Gleneagles Global Hospital in Chennai, he brings extensive expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP. His proven track record of excellence in patient care has established him as a trusted specialist in the field of gastroenterology. Dr. Babu Kumar is proficient in managing a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders with a particular focus on interventional endoscopy and hepatobiliary diseases. A distinguished academic achiever who ranked 1st in the Tamil Nadu DM entrance examinations in 2008, he combines his clinical acumen with a strong research background, having authored numerous original articles and case reports in peer-reviewed journals. He also serves as an expert advisor, guiding Ph.D. students in their theses, reflecting his commitment to advancing gastroenterological knowledge and training the next generation of specialists. With qualifications including MBBS, MD, and DM in Gastroenterology, and a career spanning prestigious academic and clinical institutions across South India, Dr. Babu Kumar offers international patients comprehensive, evidence-based care for complex gastrointestinal and liver conditions.

Specializations

  • Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary
  • Medical Gastroenterology
  • Interventional Endoscopy

Procedures & Expertise

Education & Qualifications

  • DM in Gastroenterology – Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai (2011)
  • MD in General Medicine – Coimbatore Medical College, Coimbatore (2005)
  • MBBS – Coimbatore Medical College, Coimbatore (2000)

Hospital Affiliations

  • Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai

Awards & Recognition

  • Ranked 1st in Tamil Nadu DM entrance examinations in 2008
  • Presented various topics in scientific forums
  • Authored numerous original articles and case reports in peer-reviewed journals
  • Guided Ph.D. students as an expert advisor for their theses

Key Publications

  • Portal Vein Diameter as a Single Parameter in Diagnosing Esophageal Varices – Chettinad Health City Medical Journal (2016)
  • Correlation of severity of chronic liver disease and pulmonary dysfunction – International Journal of Scientific Research (2018)
  • Two-dimensional speckle tracking echocardiographic abnormalities in chronic liver disease – International Journal of Scientific Research (2019)
  • Studies on hepatitis B viral seromarkers and associated risk factors – Int J Appl Basic Med Res (2019)
  • Serum fibroscores in assessment of liver fibrosis in alcoholic liver disease – Int J Adv Med (2021)
  • Clinical profile and outcomes of patients with acute pancreatitis – Int J Adv Med (2021)
  • Validation of modified Birmingham questionnaire for IBS patients – European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine (2024)

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