Dr. Mohammad Yousuf Bhat is a highly esteemed senior gastroenterologist and hepatologist in Jammu & Kashmir. Celebrated for his diagnostic precision and patient-first philosophy, he has played a vital role in advancing specialized digestive and liver healthcare, therapeutic endoscopy, and clinical education across the Kashmir Valley.
Key Academic & Professional Milestones
| Milestone / Qualification | Institution & Details |
| Medical Foundation (MBBS) | Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar |
| Postgraduate Training (MD) | Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura |
| Super-Specialization (DM – Gastroenterology) | Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura |
| Academic Leadership | Former Assistant Professor, Government Medical College (GMC), Baramulla |
| Clinical Leadership | Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology & Hepatology at Noora Hospital, Srinagar |
Contributions to Gastrointestinal & Liver Care
1. Advanced Therapeutic & Diagnostic Endoscopy
With over 15 years of dedicated specialization, Dr. Bhat is renowned for performing complex diagnostic and minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures:
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Endoscopic Interventions: Expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopies, variceal banding, polypectomies, stricture dilatation, and self-expandable metal stenting (SEMS).
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Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Care: Proficiency in managing pancreaticobiliary disorders, acute pancreatitis, biliary sepsis, and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures.
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Emergency GI Care: Life-saving management of acute gastrointestinal bleeding, acute liver failure, and severe inflammatory bowel flares.
2. Clinical Expertise in Hepatology & Digestive Disorders
Dr. Bhat provides comprehensive, evidence-based care across a broad spectrum of chronic and acute gastroenterological conditions:
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Liver & Biliary Diseases: Comprehensive management of fatty liver disease, chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, and non-invasive liver assessments via FibroScan.
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Chronic Digestive Conditions: Long-term evaluation and management for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD—Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease), peptic ulcer disease, and chronic malabsorption syndromes.
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Professional Affiliations: Active member of leading national and international medical bodies, including the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI), the Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG), and the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG).
Dedication to Patient Care & Medical Education
Throughout his academic tenure at institutions like GMC Baramulla and his senior clinical practice in Srinagar, Dr. Bhat has championed an ethical, patient-centric approach to medicine. By combining rigorous diagnostic protocols with compassionate communication, he continues to set benchmarks in gastroenterological excellence and mentorship across Kashmir.
To hear directly from the physician, you can watch Dr. Mohammad Yousuf Bhat explaining common gastroenterology problems, which provides valuable clinical perspectives on recognizing digestive symptoms and understanding liver health.