Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Banjara Hills
Asian Institute of Gastroenterology (AIG), Banjara Hills
The Asian Institute of Gastroenterology (AIG) in Banjara Hills is the foundational facility of the AIG group and one of the world’s leading specialized centers for Digestive Sciences. Originally started as a polyclinic over 25 years ago by Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy, it has grown into a globally renowned institution. It is officially recognized as one of only 17 hospitals worldwide as a Centre of Excellence for Gastroenterology by the World Endoscopy Organization (WEO)—a rare distinction that places it among the most elite medical institutions globally.
World-Leading Gastrosciences
Banjara Hills remains the core specialized hub for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to the digestive system:
Therapeutic Endoscopy: Recognized globally for performing the highest number of ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) procedures in the world.
Medical Gastroenterology: Specializes in complex conditions like Chronic Pancreatitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), and GI bleeding.
Surgical Gastroenterology: A pioneer in minimally invasive and scarless surgeries (NOTES). It covers a wide range of HPB (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary) surgeries and GI oncology.
Center of Excellence: The facility is a primary referral point for complicated cases from across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East due to its unmatched clinical outcomes in gastrosciences.
Multi-Specialty Evolution
While its primary focus remains the digestive system, the Banjara Hills facility provides comprehensive support across several key departments:
Hepatology & Liver Sciences: Dedicated to managing liver cirrhosis, fatty liver, and pre-transplant evaluations.
Internal Medicine & Diagnostics: Features advanced diagnostic imaging and a fully automated laboratory to support complex medical investigations.
Comprehensive Care: The hospital integrates specialized units for Nephrology, Pulmonology, and Urology, ensuring holistic care for patients with multi-organ issues.
Innovation, Research & Education
AIG Banjara Hills is as much a research and teaching institution as it is a hospital:
Training Global Experts: The institute has trained over 1,000 gastroenterologists from around the world in advanced endoscopic techniques.
Research Hub: In collaboration with the Asian Healthcare Foundation, the center conducts cutting-edge research in the gut microbiome, islet cell transplantation, and genetics.
Academic Excellence: A premier center for DNB (Diplomate of National Board) training in Medical and Surgical Gastroenterology.
Legacy of Leadership
Founder Leadership: Led by Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy, the first Indian doctor to be awarded the Padma Vibhushan (2025) for his contributions to medicine, alongside the Rudolf V. Schindler Award (the highest international honor in GI Endoscopy).
Awards: Consistently ranked as the No. 1 Gastroenterology Hospital in India by major surveys including The Week and Outlook.
Patient Trust: Attracts over 200,000 patients annually from all strata of society, maintaining a balance between high-end private care and charitable initiatives for the underprivileged.
