Name: Dr. Naresh Shanmugam
Specialty:
- Pediatric Gastroenterologist
- Pediatric Gastro-Hepatologist
- Pediatrician
Qualification/Board Certification:
- MBBS
- Diploma in Child Health (DCH)
- DNB – Paediatrics
Affiliation(s):
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai
Locations (City/State):
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Tamil
- Hindi
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number (if available): Not Available
About the Doctor
Dr. Naresh Shanmugam is a renowned pediatric gastroenterologist and pediatric hepatologist based in Chennai. He specializes in diagnosing and managing gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional disorders in infants, children, and adolescents. Dr. Shanmugam completed his MBBS and Diploma in Child Health from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and later earned his DNB in Paediatrics from the National Board of Examinations, India.
He is widely recognized for his contributions to pediatric gastroenterology and has received prestigious Young Investigator Awards from ESPGHAN in 2008 and 2009. Dr. Shanmugam currently practices at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, where he provides specialized pediatric digestive and liver care. He accepts new patients and is known for delivering compassionate, evidence-based treatment for complex pediatric gastrointestinal disorders.
Highlights
- Specialist in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology
- Award-winning researcher recognized by ESPGHAN
- Expertise in liver and digestive disorders in children
- Experienced in advanced pediatric gastrointestinal care
- Provides comprehensive pediatric consultations and treatment
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)
- DNB – Paediatrics – National Board of Examinations, Ministry of Health, Government of India
Fellowship / Additional Training
- Specialized training in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Awards & Recognitions
- Young Investigator Award (2008) – ESPGHAN
- Young Investigator Award (2009) – ESPGHAN
Professional Memberships
- BSPGHAN
- INSAL
Medical Conditions Treated
Dr. Naresh Shanmugam specializes in treating digestive and liver-related disorders in children and adolescents.
Conditions Commonly Treated
- Pediatric liver diseases
- Jaundice in children
- Pediatric gastrointestinal disorders
- Acid reflux (GERD)
- Constipation in children
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Celiac disease
- Pediatric pancreatitis
- Chronic abdominal pain
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Food allergies and intolerance
- Hepatitis in children
- Fatty liver disease
- Diarrheal disorders
- Growth and feeding problems
Medical Procedures Performed
Dr. Shanmugam performs advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to pediatric gastroenterology and liver diseases.
Procedures and Treatments
- Pediatric gastrointestinal evaluations
- Liver disease assessment
- Endoscopic procedures
- Nutritional assessment and therapy
- Pediatric digestive disorder management
- Feeding and growth evaluations
- Hepatitis management
- Chronic abdominal pain treatment
- Gastrointestinal infection treatment
- Preventive pediatric consultations
- Pediatric liver care and monitoring
Services Offered
Dr. Naresh Shanmugam offers comprehensive pediatric digestive and liver care services for infants, children, and adolescents. His treatment approach focuses on early diagnosis, advanced management techniques, and long-term monitoring of gastrointestinal and hepatology conditions.
He provides specialized consultations for chronic digestive disorders, liver diseases, nutritional deficiencies, feeding difficulties, and gastrointestinal infections. Dr. Shanmugam also supports preventive healthcare and developmental monitoring to improve overall pediatric wellness and growth.
Services Include:
- Pediatric gastroenterology consultations
- Pediatric liver disease management
- Nutritional counseling and therapy
- Preventive child healthcare
- Growth and developmental monitoring
- Digestive disorder evaluations
- Feeding and dietary assessments
- Chronic disease management
- Pediatric wellness consultations
- Follow-up and long-term monitoring
- Family counseling and support
Accepted Insurances
Insurance acceptance may vary depending on hospital policies and consultation type. Patients are advised to contact the hospital directly for updated insurance details.
Major Insurance Providers Potentially Accepted:
- Star Health Insurance
- ICICI Lombard
- HDFC ERGO
- Medi Assist
- Bajaj Allianz
- Niva Bupa
- Aditya Birla Health Insurance
Practice Locations
Location 1 – Dr. Rela Institute & Medical CentreAddress:
#7, CLC Works Road, Nagappa Nagar, Chromepet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600044, India
Phone: Contact hospital directly for appointments
Hospital Affiliations
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai
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