Dr. Sakshi Karkra

Dr. Sakshi Karkra

Dr. Sakshi Karkra

  • Speciality: Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology
  • Designation: Head – Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram
  • Education: MBBS
  • MD (Pediatrics)
  • Experience: 26+ years
  • Hospital: Artemis Hospital, Gurugram

About Dr. Sakshi Karkra

Dr. Sakshi Karkra is a highly experienced Pediatric Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with over 26 years of expertise in pediatric care. She currently serves as the Head of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology at Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram. She completed her MBBS and MD in Pediatrics from the University of Rajasthan in 1995 and 1998, respectively. Subsequently, she pursued a Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Liver Transplantation. She also received specialized training in GI Neurophysiology from the USA. Furthermore, she completed the Advanced Program in Critical Care Nutrition from the Royal College of Physicians, UK. Therefore, her training and expertise are truly comprehensive and world-class.

Additionally, Dr. Karkra brings over 14 years of specialized experience in pediatric gastroenterology. Her clinical expertise covers a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. These include upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, enteroscopy, and capsule endoscopy. She also performs advanced therapeutic procedures like PEG tube placement and endoscopic variceal ligation. Moreover, she conducts esophageal, anal, and colonic manometry studies. She is an active member of several prestigious medical organizations. These include ILTS, LTSI, CAPGAN, ISPGHAN, MIAP, and IMFDA. Meanwhile, she is an accomplished academician with numerous publications. She has also contributed to several postgraduate textbooks. Consequently, she is a trusted and respected name in pediatric gastroenterology across India.

Work Experience

● Head – Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram (Present)
● Senior Consultant, Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram
● Over 26 years of comprehensive pediatric experience
● Over 14 years of specialized experience in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology
● Extensive expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures

Specialty & Interests

● Pediatric Gastroenterology
● Hepatology and Liver Transplantation
● Pediatric Endoscopy (Upper GI, Colonoscopy, Enteroscopy)
● Capsule Endoscopy
● GI Neurophysiology and Manometry Studies
● Critical Care Nutrition
● Therapeutic Endoscopic Procedures
● Management of Gastrointestinal Disorders in Children

Memberships

● International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
● Liver Transplant Society of India (LTSI)
● Commonwealth Association of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition (CAPGAN)
● Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ISPGHAN)
● Indian Academy of Pediatrics (MIAP)
● Indian Medical Association (IMFDA)

Education & Training

● MBBS, University of Rajasthan (1995)
● MD (Pediatrics), University of Rajasthan (1998)
● MRCPCH (Part II)
● Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Liver Transplantation
● Training in GI Neurophysiology, USA
● Advanced Program in Critical Care Nutrition, Royal College of Physicians, UK

Honors & Awards

● Appreciation Award for work at Medanta – The Medicity
● Multiple publications in national and international journals
● Contributed chapters and textbooks for postgraduate students
● Recognized for excellence in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology
● Active contributor to medical education and academic research

Treatments Offered

● Upper GI Endoscopy
● Colonoscopy
● Enteroscopy
● Capsule Endoscopy
● Foreign Body Removal
● PEG Tube Placement
● Endoscopic Variceal Ligation
● Stricture and Achalasia Dilatation
● Endoclip Application
● Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)
● Stenting
● Polypectomy
● Glue Therapy for Gastrointestinal Bleeding
● Liver Biopsy
● Paracentesis
● Hydrostatic Reduction of Intussusception
● Esophageal Manometry
● Anal Manometry
● Colonic Manometry
● pH and Impedance Study
● Transit Study
● Breath Tests
● Comprehensive Pediatric Gastroenterology Consultations

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