Name: Dr. Naresh Shanmugam
Specialty: Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Pediatric Gastro-Hepatologist, Pediatrician
Qualification/Board Certification: MBBS, Diploma in Child Health (DCH), DNB (Paediatrics); Registered with Tamil Nadu Medical Council (No. 59031)
Affiliation: Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chromepet, Chennai
Locations: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Languages Spoken: Information not available
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: Not applicable
About the Doctor
Dr. Naresh Shanmugam is an experienced pediatric gastroenterologist with over 25 years of dedicated service in the field of child health. He specializes in diagnosing and managing complex digestive and liver disorders in children, from infancy through adolescence. Dr. Shanmugam has been recognized internationally, receiving the prestigious Young Investigator Award from the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) in both 2008 and 2009. Currently practicing at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre in Chennai, he combines his extensive clinical background with a compassionate approach to pediatric care. He is actively accepting new patients and is a valued member of leading national gastroenterology societies.
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25+ years of experience in pediatrics and pediatric gastroenterology
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Dual specialty – Pediatric Gastroenterologist & Pediatrician
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Internationally awarded – ESPGHAN Young Investigator Award (2008, 2009)
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Accepts new patients at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai
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Active member of BSPGHAN (British Society of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition) and INSAL
Education & Training
Medical School – MBBS, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU)
Residency – Diploma in Child Health (DCH), The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU)
Fellowship/Additional Training – DNB (Paediatrics), National Board of Examinations, Ministry of Health, Government of India
Medical Conditions Treated
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Chronic abdominal pain
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in infants and children
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Celiac disease
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Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)
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Acute and chronic diarrhea
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Constipation and encopresis
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Pediatric liver diseases (e.g., biliary atresia, hepatitis, fatty liver)
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Failure to thrive / malnutrition
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Recurrent vomiting or cyclic vomiting syndrome
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Pancreatitis in children
Medical Procedures Performed
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Upper GI endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) in children
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Colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy
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Capsule endoscopy
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Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube placement
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Liver biopsy
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pH and impedance monitoring for reflux
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Manometry (esophageal and anorectal)
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Therapeutic endoscopy (e.g., variceal banding, foreign body removal)
Services Offered
Dr. Naresh Shanmugam offers a comprehensive range of pediatric gastroenterology services, focusing on accurate diagnosis, evidence-based medical management, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures for children. The practice is designed to be child-friendly, with an emphasis on clear communication with parents and long-term follow-up for chronic conditions like celiac disease and IBD. Preventive nutritional counseling and growth monitoring are integral parts of his care. While primarily an in-clinic practice, patients may enquire about teleconsultation options through the hospital.
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Comprehensive pediatric GI consultations – for digestive, liver, and nutritional concerns
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Diagnostic & therapeutic endoscopy – upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, biopsy
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Chronic disease management – IBD, celiac disease, chronic liver disease
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Nutritional assessment and support – including feeding tube management
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Growth and development monitoring – for children with failure to thrive
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Parent and caregiver education – disease-specific dietary and lifestyle guidance
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Teleconsultation availability – please confirm with the practice
Accepted Insurances
Insurance coverage varies by hospital policy. Patients are advised to contact Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre’s insurance desk for current information on accepted plans. Major Indian health insurers (e.g., Star Health, Niva Bupa, HDFC Ergo, ICICI Lombard, United India) and government schemes (e.g., CMCHIS, PMJAY, ECHS) are typically accepted at this tertiary care center.
Practice Locations
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Address: Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, #7, CLC Works Road, Nagappa Nagar, Chromepet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600044, India
Phone: Contact hospital main switchboard
Hospital Affiliations
Cardiologist
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