Dr. Irfan Ali Shera is a highly accomplished and extensively trained Gastroenterologist, who has completed his medical education in India from some of the most renowned institutions in the country. With over 10 years of clinical experience, Dr. Irfan has acquired extensive knowledge and skills in his field, which have enabled him to provide high-quality patient care and treatment. His educational background includes an MBBS from the Government Medical College (GMC) of Jammu, an MD from the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Jammu and Kashmir, and a DNB in Gastroenterology from the National Board of Examinations, Delhi, India. In addition to his academic qualifications, Dr. Irfan has also obtained a three-year residency certificate of training as Interventional Gastroenterologist from Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, which is a testament to his dedication to continuous learning and professional development.

Dr. Irfan’s clinical experience includes working at some of the most esteemed healthcare facilities in India, including the Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Hospital, New Delhi and the Asian Institute of Medical Science, Haryana, where he served as a Consultant Gastroenterologist. During his time there, he has successfully performed over 2500 diagnostic endoscopies and over 1500 colonoscopies, as well as many diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.His experience also extends to Dubai, where he has worked with some of the most popular healthcare facilities in the region.

Dr. Irfan’s contributions to academia are impressive, with over 10 global publications to his credit. His scholarly works have been widely popular and have made a significant impact in the field of Gastroenterology. Dr. Irfan’s commitment to advancing the field of gastroenterology is further evidenced by his active participation in some of the most well-recognized medical conferences and conventions, where he regularly presents his work and shares his expertise with colleagues from around the world.

His membership in both the American Society of Gastroenterological Endoscopy and the Indian Society of Gastroenterology demonstrates his dedication to staying abreast of the latest developments and best practices in the field. His involvement in these organizations also provides him with access to a network of fellow professionals, allowing him to collaborate with and learn from other leading experts in the field.

Dr. Irfan’s extensive clinical experience in managing various gastric conditions and expertise in performing a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures like Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), High Resolution Esophageal Manometry and pH Impedance makes him a valuable addition to our hospital. His experience in managing chronic liver disease including Alcoholic Liver Disease, Hepatitis B and C, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis and Wilson’s Disease, as well as his experience in managing pancreatic conditions such as Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Neoplasia and Cyst Disorders, is a testament to his vast knowledge and skill in Gastroenterology. Moreover, his proficiency in performing basic GI diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as Diagnostic Upper GI Endoscopies, Biopsies, EVL, Glue Endotherapy for Gastric Varices, PEG Tube Placement, Esophageal Stenting and Dilatations, Colonoscopies, Polypectomy and Endoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy makes him a well-rounded Gastroenterologist.

CREDENTIALS:

MBBS, Government Medical College of Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, India

MD, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Jammu and Kashmir, India

DNB Gastroenterology, National Board of Examinations, Delhi, India

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Specialist Gastroenterology, Aster Hospital, Dubai

Consultant Gastroenterology, QRG Health City Hospital, Faridabad, India

Associate Consultant of Gastroenterology, Asian Institute of Medical Science, Faridabad, India

Senior Resident Gastroenterology, Delhi State Cancer Institute, New Delhi, India

Senior Residency, Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi, India

Fellowship in Gastroenterology from American College of Gastroenterology

Assistant Professor, General Medicine, Rama Medical College, Ghaziabad, India

Senior Residency in Department of Immunology & Internal Medicine, Sheri Kashmir Institute of Medical Science (SKIMS), Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

Indian Society of Gastroenterology

American Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

EXPERTISE:

All basic gastrointestinal diagnostic and therapeutic procedures like ERCP, EUS, Liver Biopsies

Diagnostic upper gastrointestinal endoscopies & biopsies

Endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL)

Glue endotherapy for gastric varices

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube placement

Esophageal stenting and dilatations

Colonoscopies

Polypectomy

Endoscopic sleeve gastrectomy

Management alcoholic liver disease

Management for hepatitis B and C

Management for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis

Management of Wilson’s disease

Management of pancreatitis

Management of cystic disorders

Management of biliary disorders like choledocholithiasis, biliary ascariasis, PSC and portal biliopathy

LANGUAGE SPOKEN:

English

Hindi

Urdu

Kashmiri

Arabic (affluent)