Dr. Sakshi Karkra
Head – Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Artemis Hospital, GurgaonGurgaon, India
23+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- M.B.B.S
- M.D (Pediatric)
- MRCPCH (Part II)
- Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Liver Transplant
- Trained in GI Neurophysiology (USA)
- Advanced Program in Critical Care Nutrition – Royal College of Physicians, UK
Overview:
Dr. Sakshi Karkra is a distinguished Pediatric Gastroenterologist and Hepatology specialist currently leading the Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology department at Artemis Hospital, Gurugram — one of North India’s leading multi‑speciality hospitals. With over two decades of medical experience, she brings deep expertise in managing digestive, liver, and nutritional disorders in children with a compassionate, evidence‑based approach.
Her academic journey includes a medical degree and pediatric specialization followed by advanced fellowships in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and liver transplant care. Dr. Karkra has also trained in GI Neurophysiology in the USA and completed advanced critical care nutrition training from the Royal College of Physicians (UK). This global training enhances her proficiency in comprehensive gastrointestinal and liver care for infants, children, and adolescents.
Conditions Treated:
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis)
- Chronic Diarrhea & Constipation
- Liver Diseases & Hepatitis in Children
- Pancreatic Disorders
- Malabsorption & Nutritional Disorders
- Biliary & Motility Disorders
- Pediatric GI Bleeding & Foreign Body Ingestions
Procedures Performed:
- Upper GI Endoscopy & Colonoscopy
- Therapeutic Enteroscopy & Capsule Endoscopy
- Foreign Body Extraction Procedures
- PEG Tube Placement
- Endoscopic Variceal Ligation
- Esophageal/Digestive Tract Dilatations
- Advanced Motility Studies (Manometry, pH Impedance)
- Liver Biopsy & Abdominal Paracentesis
- Hydrostatic Reduction for Intussusception
- Diagnostic Transit & Breath Tests
Awards & Publications:
- Appreciation award for work at Medanta - The Medicity
- Multiple publications in National & International journals Contributed many chapters and textbooks for post graduates
Memberships:
- LTSI, ISPGHAN, CAPGAN, MIAP, ILTS & IMFDA
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FAQs
She is a pediatric gastroenterologist and hepatologist specializing in digestive, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional disorders in children.
Dr. Karkra has over 23 years of pediatric experience, including more than 14 years in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology.
She treats infants, children, and adolescents with gastrointestinal and liver conditions.
You can book through Artemis Hospital’s appointment system, or connect with HOSPIDIO for international patient coordination. Contact us at Email: [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp: +91‑9870538337 for personalized support.
She performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as endoscopies (upper GI, colonoscopy), motility studies, pH/impedance testing, and more.
Yes — Dr. Karkra manages liver conditions in children, including biopsies, variceal care, and works closely with liver transplant teams when needed.