English

    Overview

  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist based in the Yeshwanthpur area of Bangalore. Since 2015, he has been working with Columbia Asia Hospitals, where he plays a pivotal role in the Integrated Digestive Liver and Cancer Care (IDLCC) program, offering comprehensive gastrointestinal (GI) care services to people suffering from acute gastrointestinal diseases and liver problems.

  • Dr. Ramappa’s journey started with him completing his undergraduate and postgraduate education in India, where he earned his MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine. Moreover, at Nottingham, in the United Kingdom, he went on to pursue further specialisation in Gastroenterology. Subsequently, he completed sub-speciality training in transplant hepatology at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, UK. To enhance his expertise in advanced endoscopy techniques, he went to Nottingham University Hospitals and undertook an advanced endoscopy fellowship there. With a wealth of knowledge and training in the field, in 2014, Dr Ramappa returned to Bangalore to join Columbia Asia Hospitals as a Consultant in Nutrition and Clinical Gastroenterology.

  • Since his appointment on August 2016 at Columbia Asia Referral Hospital - Yeshwanthapur, he has focused on the management of various biliary and liver-related diseases, including biliary endoscopy using advanced procedures such as EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound), transplant hepatology and ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography). In addition to his expertise in liver and biliary diseases, Dr. Ramappa is well-versed in managing luminal endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, functional GI disorders, acid-peptic disorders, and emergency gastroenterology, including acute GI bleeding. No wonder he is considered one of the best gastroenterologists in Bangalore.


  • Dr. Vidyasagar’s wide range of skills and knowledge allows him to provide holistic care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders, ensuring the highest medical treatment and support standards. Dr. Ramappa can speak fluent English, Kannada, and Hindi. That helps him to provide personalised care to patients from diverse verbal backgrounds. As a medical community member, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has continuously contributed to the field of gastroenterology and hepatology. He also provides the best possible care to his patients and tries to stay updated with the latest advancements in his field. With his extensive qualifications, experience, and commitment to personalised patient care, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has created a trusted and respected name in the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In conclusion, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a well-skilled Consultant of Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist with training and expertise in his field. His focus towards patient care, advanced endoscopy techniques, and comprehensive approach makes him a valuable asset to Columbia Asia Hospitals in Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore.

    • Field of Expertise

  • Chronic liver disease and Liver transplant
  • Pancreatobiliary endoscopy (EUS & ERCP)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Medical Teaching and Endoscopy training

    • Fellowship & Membership

  • He then undertook advanced endoscopy fellowship at Nottingham University Hospitals.

    • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    • Talks & Publications

  • 2016 Mar Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 49643 5 Yamada's Atlas of Gastroenterology, 5th Edition; Mar 2016, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2015 Dec Chapter: Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 51206 7 Yamada's Textbook of Gastroenterology, 2 Volume Set, 6th Edition; Dec 2015, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2013 Mar Hepatotoxicity Related to Anti-tuberculosis drugs: Mechanisms and Management Ramappa V, Aithal GP Journal of Clinical & Experimental Hepatology 2013;3:37-49.
  • 2013 Jan Hepatology:Essentials of Physical Health in Psychiatry Ramappa V, Aithal GP ISBN 978 1 908020 40 6(ed I Cormack et al): 220-236;RCPsych Publications.
  • 2012 Sep The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis: whose score is it anyway ? Palaniyappan N, Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Ryder SD, Kaye P, Aithal GP Int J Hepatol. 2012; vol 2012 pp.624675.
  • 2012 Sep An inter-observer agreement study of autoflouresence endoscopy in Barrett’s Esophagus among expert and non expert endoscopists. Mannath J, Subramanian V, Telakis E, Lau K, Ramappa V, Wireko M, Kaye PV, Ragunath K Dig. Dis. Sci. 2012 Sep 9.
  • 2012 May Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with colonic inflammatory bowel disease Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Mannath J ,Jawhari AU, Telakis E, Hawkey CJ, Ragunath K Inflammatory bowel disease.2012 May 2.
  • 2009 Jan Jaundice: Applying Lessons from Physiology V Ramappa, GP Aithal Surgery 2009 ;Vol. 27, Issue 1, Pages 11-18.
  • 2007 Mar Audit of Management of Diabetic Renal Disease V Ramappa,G Tarigopula , S Jones
  • Diabetic Medicine2007;24 (s1), 30–121.doi:10.1111/j.1464-5491.2007.02126.x.
  • 2007 Jun Inadequate statistical power in Barrett’s oesophagus ablation study
  • C H Lim, V Ramappa, M M Ahmed, Matthew Hall, Sachin Wani, and Prateek Sharma
  • Gut 2007; 56: 884-885. doi:10.1136/gut.2006.116632.
  • Presentations/Posters at Learned Societies
  • 2010 Oct Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
  • UEGW 2010 – Poster.
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Jayan Mannath, Aida Jawhari, Krish Ragunath, Christopher J Hawkey.
  • 2010 Mar The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis (AH): whose score is it anyway? BSG 2010 - Poster
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Naaventhan Palaniyappan, Tim Card, Joe West, Stephen D Ryder, Philip Kaye, Guruprasad P Aithal.
  • 2007 Jun The use of n-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Histoacryl glue) for the treatment of gastric varices.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2007 Jun Correct endoscopic identification of position of colonic tumour- Quality assurance standards in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Jadoon M, Ahmed MM
  • 2006 Jul Routine terminal ileal intubation – is it worth?
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2006 Jul Endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts- two methods
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Early experience of Wireless Capsule Enteroscopy in a District Hospital Setting
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet August 2004 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Small bowel Carcinoid presenting as iron deficiency anemia – Poster Presentation
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society Meet August 2004 Shah A, Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • Make lifestyle changes to counter Ulcerative Colitis - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Saving The Gut: The Use And Abuse Of Antacids - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Why acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome cases are increasing - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur.Click Here
  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa on World Hepatitis Day 2022: Hepatitis During Pregnancy, What Are The Ways To Prevent & Treat The Disease? | NDTV | World Hepatitis Day.Click Here

    Fellowship & Membership

  • He then undertook advanced endoscopy fellowship at Nottingham University Hospitals.

    • Overview

  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist based in the Yeshwanthpur area of Bangalore. Since 2015, he has been working with Columbia Asia Hospitals, where he plays a pivotal role in the Integrated Digestive Liver and Cancer Care (IDLCC) program, offering comprehensive gastrointestinal (GI) care services to people suffering from acute gastrointestinal diseases and liver problems.

  • Dr. Ramappa’s journey started with him completing his undergraduate and postgraduate education in India, where he earned his MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine. Moreover, at Nottingham, in the United Kingdom, he went on to pursue further specialisation in Gastroenterology. Subsequently, he completed sub-speciality training in transplant hepatology at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, UK. To enhance his expertise in advanced endoscopy techniques, he went to Nottingham University Hospitals and undertook an advanced endoscopy fellowship there. With a wealth of knowledge and training in the field, in 2014, Dr Ramappa returned to Bangalore to join Columbia Asia Hospitals as a Consultant in Nutrition and Clinical Gastroenterology.

  • Since his appointment on August 2016 at Columbia Asia Referral Hospital - Yeshwanthapur, he has focused on the management of various biliary and liver-related diseases, including biliary endoscopy using advanced procedures such as EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound), transplant hepatology and ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography). In addition to his expertise in liver and biliary diseases, Dr. Ramappa is well-versed in managing luminal endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, functional GI disorders, acid-peptic disorders, and emergency gastroenterology, including acute GI bleeding. No wonder he is considered one of the best gastroenterologists in Bangalore.


  • Dr. Vidyasagar’s wide range of skills and knowledge allows him to provide holistic care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders, ensuring the highest medical treatment and support standards. Dr. Ramappa can speak fluent English, Kannada, and Hindi. That helps him to provide personalised care to patients from diverse verbal backgrounds. As a medical community member, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has continuously contributed to the field of gastroenterology and hepatology. He also provides the best possible care to his patients and tries to stay updated with the latest advancements in his field. With his extensive qualifications, experience, and commitment to personalised patient care, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has created a trusted and respected name in the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In conclusion, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a well-skilled Consultant of Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist with training and expertise in his field. His focus towards patient care, advanced endoscopy techniques, and comprehensive approach makes him a valuable asset to Columbia Asia Hospitals in Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore.

    • Field of Expertise

  • Chronic liver disease and Liver transplant
  • Pancreatobiliary endoscopy (EUS & ERCP)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Medical Teaching and Endoscopy training

    • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    • Talks & Publications

  • 2016 Mar Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 49643 5 Yamada's Atlas of Gastroenterology, 5th Edition; Mar 2016, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2015 Dec Chapter: Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 51206 7 Yamada's Textbook of Gastroenterology, 2 Volume Set, 6th Edition; Dec 2015, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2013 Mar Hepatotoxicity Related to Anti-tuberculosis drugs: Mechanisms and Management Ramappa V, Aithal GP Journal of Clinical & Experimental Hepatology 2013;3:37-49.
  • 2013 Jan Hepatology:Essentials of Physical Health in Psychiatry Ramappa V, Aithal GP ISBN 978 1 908020 40 6(ed I Cormack et al): 220-236;RCPsych Publications.
  • 2012 Sep The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis: whose score is it anyway ? Palaniyappan N, Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Ryder SD, Kaye P, Aithal GP Int J Hepatol. 2012; vol 2012 pp.624675.
  • 2012 Sep An inter-observer agreement study of autoflouresence endoscopy in Barrett’s Esophagus among expert and non expert endoscopists. Mannath J, Subramanian V, Telakis E, Lau K, Ramappa V, Wireko M, Kaye PV, Ragunath K Dig. Dis. Sci. 2012 Sep 9.
  • 2012 May Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with colonic inflammatory bowel disease Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Mannath J ,Jawhari AU, Telakis E, Hawkey CJ, Ragunath K Inflammatory bowel disease.2012 May 2.
  • 2009 Jan Jaundice: Applying Lessons from Physiology V Ramappa, GP Aithal Surgery 2009 ;Vol. 27, Issue 1, Pages 11-18.
  • 2007 Mar Audit of Management of Diabetic Renal Disease V Ramappa,G Tarigopula , S Jones
  • Diabetic Medicine2007;24 (s1), 30–121.doi:10.1111/j.1464-5491.2007.02126.x.
  • 2007 Jun Inadequate statistical power in Barrett’s oesophagus ablation study
  • C H Lim, V Ramappa, M M Ahmed, Matthew Hall, Sachin Wani, and Prateek Sharma
  • Gut 2007; 56: 884-885. doi:10.1136/gut.2006.116632.
  • Presentations/Posters at Learned Societies
  • 2010 Oct Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
  • UEGW 2010 – Poster.
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Jayan Mannath, Aida Jawhari, Krish Ragunath, Christopher J Hawkey.
  • 2010 Mar The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis (AH): whose score is it anyway? BSG 2010 - Poster
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Naaventhan Palaniyappan, Tim Card, Joe West, Stephen D Ryder, Philip Kaye, Guruprasad P Aithal.
  • 2007 Jun The use of n-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Histoacryl glue) for the treatment of gastric varices.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2007 Jun Correct endoscopic identification of position of colonic tumour- Quality assurance standards in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Jadoon M, Ahmed MM
  • 2006 Jul Routine terminal ileal intubation – is it worth?
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2006 Jul Endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts- two methods
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Early experience of Wireless Capsule Enteroscopy in a District Hospital Setting
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet August 2004 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Small bowel Carcinoid presenting as iron deficiency anemia – Poster Presentation
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society Meet August 2004 Shah A, Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • Make lifestyle changes to counter Ulcerative Colitis - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Saving The Gut: The Use And Abuse Of Antacids - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Why acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome cases are increasing - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur.Click Here
  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa on World Hepatitis Day 2022: Hepatitis During Pregnancy, What Are The Ways To Prevent & Treat The Disease? | NDTV | World Hepatitis Day.Click Here

    Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    • Overview

  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist based in the Yeshwanthpur area of Bangalore. Since 2015, he has been working with Columbia Asia Hospitals, where he plays a pivotal role in the Integrated Digestive Liver and Cancer Care (IDLCC) program, offering comprehensive gastrointestinal (GI) care services to people suffering from acute gastrointestinal diseases and liver problems.

  • Dr. Ramappa’s journey started with him completing his undergraduate and postgraduate education in India, where he earned his MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine. Moreover, at Nottingham, in the United Kingdom, he went on to pursue further specialisation in Gastroenterology. Subsequently, he completed sub-speciality training in transplant hepatology at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, UK. To enhance his expertise in advanced endoscopy techniques, he went to Nottingham University Hospitals and undertook an advanced endoscopy fellowship there. With a wealth of knowledge and training in the field, in 2014, Dr Ramappa returned to Bangalore to join Columbia Asia Hospitals as a Consultant in Nutrition and Clinical Gastroenterology.

  • Since his appointment on August 2016 at Columbia Asia Referral Hospital - Yeshwanthapur, he has focused on the management of various biliary and liver-related diseases, including biliary endoscopy using advanced procedures such as EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound), transplant hepatology and ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography). In addition to his expertise in liver and biliary diseases, Dr. Ramappa is well-versed in managing luminal endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, functional GI disorders, acid-peptic disorders, and emergency gastroenterology, including acute GI bleeding. No wonder he is considered one of the best gastroenterologists in Bangalore.


  • Dr. Vidyasagar’s wide range of skills and knowledge allows him to provide holistic care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders, ensuring the highest medical treatment and support standards. Dr. Ramappa can speak fluent English, Kannada, and Hindi. That helps him to provide personalised care to patients from diverse verbal backgrounds. As a medical community member, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has continuously contributed to the field of gastroenterology and hepatology. He also provides the best possible care to his patients and tries to stay updated with the latest advancements in his field. With his extensive qualifications, experience, and commitment to personalised patient care, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has created a trusted and respected name in the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In conclusion, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a well-skilled Consultant of Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist with training and expertise in his field. His focus towards patient care, advanced endoscopy techniques, and comprehensive approach makes him a valuable asset to Columbia Asia Hospitals in Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore.

    • Fellowship & Membership

  • He then undertook advanced endoscopy fellowship at Nottingham University Hospitals.

    • Field of Expertise

  • Chronic liver disease and Liver transplant
  • Pancreatobiliary endoscopy (EUS & ERCP)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Medical Teaching and Endoscopy training

    • Talks & Publications

  • 2016 Mar Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 49643 5 Yamada's Atlas of Gastroenterology, 5th Edition; Mar 2016, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2015 Dec Chapter: Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 51206 7 Yamada's Textbook of Gastroenterology, 2 Volume Set, 6th Edition; Dec 2015, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2013 Mar Hepatotoxicity Related to Anti-tuberculosis drugs: Mechanisms and Management Ramappa V, Aithal GP Journal of Clinical & Experimental Hepatology 2013;3:37-49.
  • 2013 Jan Hepatology:Essentials of Physical Health in Psychiatry Ramappa V, Aithal GP ISBN 978 1 908020 40 6(ed I Cormack et al): 220-236;RCPsych Publications.
  • 2012 Sep The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis: whose score is it anyway ? Palaniyappan N, Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Ryder SD, Kaye P, Aithal GP Int J Hepatol. 2012; vol 2012 pp.624675.
  • 2012 Sep An inter-observer agreement study of autoflouresence endoscopy in Barrett’s Esophagus among expert and non expert endoscopists. Mannath J, Subramanian V, Telakis E, Lau K, Ramappa V, Wireko M, Kaye PV, Ragunath K Dig. Dis. Sci. 2012 Sep 9.
  • 2012 May Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with colonic inflammatory bowel disease Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Mannath J ,Jawhari AU, Telakis E, Hawkey CJ, Ragunath K Inflammatory bowel disease.2012 May 2.
  • 2009 Jan Jaundice: Applying Lessons from Physiology V Ramappa, GP Aithal Surgery 2009 ;Vol. 27, Issue 1, Pages 11-18.
  • 2007 Mar Audit of Management of Diabetic Renal Disease V Ramappa,G Tarigopula , S Jones
  • Diabetic Medicine2007;24 (s1), 30–121.doi:10.1111/j.1464-5491.2007.02126.x.
  • 2007 Jun Inadequate statistical power in Barrett’s oesophagus ablation study
  • C H Lim, V Ramappa, M M Ahmed, Matthew Hall, Sachin Wani, and Prateek Sharma
  • Gut 2007; 56: 884-885. doi:10.1136/gut.2006.116632.
  • Presentations/Posters at Learned Societies
  • 2010 Oct Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
  • UEGW 2010 – Poster.
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Jayan Mannath, Aida Jawhari, Krish Ragunath, Christopher J Hawkey.
  • 2010 Mar The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis (AH): whose score is it anyway? BSG 2010 - Poster
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Naaventhan Palaniyappan, Tim Card, Joe West, Stephen D Ryder, Philip Kaye, Guruprasad P Aithal.
  • 2007 Jun The use of n-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Histoacryl glue) for the treatment of gastric varices.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2007 Jun Correct endoscopic identification of position of colonic tumour- Quality assurance standards in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Jadoon M, Ahmed MM
  • 2006 Jul Routine terminal ileal intubation – is it worth?
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2006 Jul Endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts- two methods
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Early experience of Wireless Capsule Enteroscopy in a District Hospital Setting
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet August 2004 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Small bowel Carcinoid presenting as iron deficiency anemia – Poster Presentation
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society Meet August 2004 Shah A, Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • Make lifestyle changes to counter Ulcerative Colitis - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Saving The Gut: The Use And Abuse Of Antacids - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Why acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome cases are increasing - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur.Click Here
  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa on World Hepatitis Day 2022: Hepatitis During Pregnancy, What Are The Ways To Prevent & Treat The Disease? | NDTV | World Hepatitis Day.Click Here

    Field of Expertise

  • Chronic liver disease and Liver transplant
  • Pancreatobiliary endoscopy (EUS & ERCP)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Medical Teaching and Endoscopy training

    • Fellowship & Membership

  • He then undertook advanced endoscopy fellowship at Nottingham University Hospitals.

    • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    • Talks & Publications

  • 2016 Mar Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 49643 5 Yamada's Atlas of Gastroenterology, 5th Edition; Mar 2016, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2015 Dec Chapter: Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 51206 7 Yamada's Textbook of Gastroenterology, 2 Volume Set, 6th Edition; Dec 2015, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2013 Mar Hepatotoxicity Related to Anti-tuberculosis drugs: Mechanisms and Management Ramappa V, Aithal GP Journal of Clinical & Experimental Hepatology 2013;3:37-49.
  • 2013 Jan Hepatology:Essentials of Physical Health in Psychiatry Ramappa V, Aithal GP ISBN 978 1 908020 40 6(ed I Cormack et al): 220-236;RCPsych Publications.
  • 2012 Sep The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis: whose score is it anyway ? Palaniyappan N, Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Ryder SD, Kaye P, Aithal GP Int J Hepatol. 2012; vol 2012 pp.624675.
  • 2012 Sep An inter-observer agreement study of autoflouresence endoscopy in Barrett’s Esophagus among expert and non expert endoscopists. Mannath J, Subramanian V, Telakis E, Lau K, Ramappa V, Wireko M, Kaye PV, Ragunath K Dig. Dis. Sci. 2012 Sep 9.
  • 2012 May Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with colonic inflammatory bowel disease Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Mannath J ,Jawhari AU, Telakis E, Hawkey CJ, Ragunath K Inflammatory bowel disease.2012 May 2.
  • 2009 Jan Jaundice: Applying Lessons from Physiology V Ramappa, GP Aithal Surgery 2009 ;Vol. 27, Issue 1, Pages 11-18.
  • 2007 Mar Audit of Management of Diabetic Renal Disease V Ramappa,G Tarigopula , S Jones
  • Diabetic Medicine2007;24 (s1), 30–121.doi:10.1111/j.1464-5491.2007.02126.x.
  • 2007 Jun Inadequate statistical power in Barrett’s oesophagus ablation study
  • C H Lim, V Ramappa, M M Ahmed, Matthew Hall, Sachin Wani, and Prateek Sharma
  • Gut 2007; 56: 884-885. doi:10.1136/gut.2006.116632.
  • Presentations/Posters at Learned Societies
  • 2010 Oct Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
  • UEGW 2010 – Poster.
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Jayan Mannath, Aida Jawhari, Krish Ragunath, Christopher J Hawkey.
  • 2010 Mar The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis (AH): whose score is it anyway? BSG 2010 - Poster
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Naaventhan Palaniyappan, Tim Card, Joe West, Stephen D Ryder, Philip Kaye, Guruprasad P Aithal.
  • 2007 Jun The use of n-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Histoacryl glue) for the treatment of gastric varices.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2007 Jun Correct endoscopic identification of position of colonic tumour- Quality assurance standards in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Jadoon M, Ahmed MM
  • 2006 Jul Routine terminal ileal intubation – is it worth?
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2006 Jul Endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts- two methods
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Early experience of Wireless Capsule Enteroscopy in a District Hospital Setting
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet August 2004 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Small bowel Carcinoid presenting as iron deficiency anemia – Poster Presentation
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society Meet August 2004 Shah A, Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • Make lifestyle changes to counter Ulcerative Colitis - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Saving The Gut: The Use And Abuse Of Antacids - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Why acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome cases are increasing - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur.Click Here
  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa on World Hepatitis Day 2022: Hepatitis During Pregnancy, What Are The Ways To Prevent & Treat The Disease? | NDTV | World Hepatitis Day.Click Here

    • Overview

  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist based in the Yeshwanthpur area of Bangalore. Since 2015, he has been working with Columbia Asia Hospitals, where he plays a pivotal role in the Integrated Digestive Liver and Cancer Care (IDLCC) program, offering comprehensive gastrointestinal (GI) care services to people suffering from acute gastrointestinal diseases and liver problems.

  • Dr. Ramappa’s journey started with him completing his undergraduate and postgraduate education in India, where he earned his MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine. Moreover, at Nottingham, in the United Kingdom, he went on to pursue further specialisation in Gastroenterology. Subsequently, he completed sub-speciality training in transplant hepatology at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, UK. To enhance his expertise in advanced endoscopy techniques, he went to Nottingham University Hospitals and undertook an advanced endoscopy fellowship there. With a wealth of knowledge and training in the field, in 2014, Dr Ramappa returned to Bangalore to join Columbia Asia Hospitals as a Consultant in Nutrition and Clinical Gastroenterology.

  • Since his appointment on August 2016 at Columbia Asia Referral Hospital - Yeshwanthapur, he has focused on the management of various biliary and liver-related diseases, including biliary endoscopy using advanced procedures such as EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound), transplant hepatology and ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography). In addition to his expertise in liver and biliary diseases, Dr. Ramappa is well-versed in managing luminal endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, functional GI disorders, acid-peptic disorders, and emergency gastroenterology, including acute GI bleeding. No wonder he is considered one of the best gastroenterologists in Bangalore.


  • Dr. Vidyasagar’s wide range of skills and knowledge allows him to provide holistic care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders, ensuring the highest medical treatment and support standards. Dr. Ramappa can speak fluent English, Kannada, and Hindi. That helps him to provide personalised care to patients from diverse verbal backgrounds. As a medical community member, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has continuously contributed to the field of gastroenterology and hepatology. He also provides the best possible care to his patients and tries to stay updated with the latest advancements in his field. With his extensive qualifications, experience, and commitment to personalised patient care, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has created a trusted and respected name in the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In conclusion, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a well-skilled Consultant of Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist with training and expertise in his field. His focus towards patient care, advanced endoscopy techniques, and comprehensive approach makes him a valuable asset to Columbia Asia Hospitals in Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore.

    Talks & Publications

  • 2016 Mar Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 49643 5 Yamada's Atlas of Gastroenterology, 5th Edition; Mar 2016, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2015 Dec Chapter: Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease Ramappa V, Mahida Y R
  • ISBN: 978 1 118 51206 7 Yamada's Textbook of Gastroenterology, 2 Volume Set, 6th Edition; Dec 2015, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • 2013 Mar Hepatotoxicity Related to Anti-tuberculosis drugs: Mechanisms and Management Ramappa V, Aithal GP Journal of Clinical & Experimental Hepatology 2013;3:37-49.
  • 2013 Jan Hepatology:Essentials of Physical Health in Psychiatry Ramappa V, Aithal GP ISBN 978 1 908020 40 6(ed I Cormack et al): 220-236;RCPsych Publications.
  • 2012 Sep The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis: whose score is it anyway ? Palaniyappan N, Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Ryder SD, Kaye P, Aithal GP Int J Hepatol. 2012; vol 2012 pp.624675.
  • 2012 Sep An inter-observer agreement study of autoflouresence endoscopy in Barrett’s Esophagus among expert and non expert endoscopists. Mannath J, Subramanian V, Telakis E, Lau K, Ramappa V, Wireko M, Kaye PV, Ragunath K Dig. Dis. Sci. 2012 Sep 9.
  • 2012 May Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with colonic inflammatory bowel disease Subramanian V, Ramappa V, Mannath J ,Jawhari AU, Telakis E, Hawkey CJ, Ragunath K Inflammatory bowel disease.2012 May 2.
  • 2009 Jan Jaundice: Applying Lessons from Physiology V Ramappa, GP Aithal Surgery 2009 ;Vol. 27, Issue 1, Pages 11-18.
  • 2007 Mar Audit of Management of Diabetic Renal Disease V Ramappa,G Tarigopula , S Jones
  • Diabetic Medicine2007;24 (s1), 30–121.doi:10.1111/j.1464-5491.2007.02126.x.
  • 2007 Jun Inadequate statistical power in Barrett’s oesophagus ablation study
  • C H Lim, V Ramappa, M M Ahmed, Matthew Hall, Sachin Wani, and Prateek Sharma
  • Gut 2007; 56: 884-885. doi:10.1136/gut.2006.116632.
  • Presentations/Posters at Learned Societies
  • 2010 Oct Comparison of high definition with standard white light endoscopy for detection of dysplastic lesions during surveillance colonoscopy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
  • UEGW 2010 – Poster.
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Jayan Mannath, Aida Jawhari, Krish Ragunath, Christopher J Hawkey.
  • 2010 Mar The utility of scoring systems in predicting early and late mortality in alcoholic hepatitis (AH): whose score is it anyway? BSG 2010 - Poster
  • Venkataraman Subramanian, Ramappa V, Naaventhan Palaniyappan, Tim Card, Joe West, Stephen D Ryder, Philip Kaye, Guruprasad P Aithal.
  • 2007 Jun The use of n-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Histoacryl glue) for the treatment of gastric varices.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2007 Jun Correct endoscopic identification of position of colonic tumour- Quality assurance standards in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet June 2007 Ramappa V, Jadoon M, Ahmed MM
  • 2006 Jul Routine terminal ileal intubation – is it worth?
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2006 Jul Endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts- two methods
  • Gastroenterological Society and Oxford Gut Club Meet Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Early experience of Wireless Capsule Enteroscopy in a District Hospital Setting
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society meet August 2004 Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • 2004 Aug Small bowel Carcinoid presenting as iron deficiency anemia – Poster Presentation
  • Midlands Gastroenterological Society Meet August 2004 Shah A, Ramappa V, Ahmed MM.
  • Make lifestyle changes to counter Ulcerative Colitis - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Saving The Gut: The Use And Abuse Of Antacids - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur. Click Here
  • Why acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome cases are increasing - Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa, Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur.Click Here
  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa on World Hepatitis Day 2022: Hepatitis During Pregnancy, What Are The Ways To Prevent & Treat The Disease? | NDTV | World Hepatitis Day.Click Here

    • Overview

  • Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist based in the Yeshwanthpur area of Bangalore. Since 2015, he has been working with Columbia Asia Hospitals, where he plays a pivotal role in the Integrated Digestive Liver and Cancer Care (IDLCC) program, offering comprehensive gastrointestinal (GI) care services to people suffering from acute gastrointestinal diseases and liver problems.

  • Dr. Ramappa’s journey started with him completing his undergraduate and postgraduate education in India, where he earned his MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine. Moreover, at Nottingham, in the United Kingdom, he went on to pursue further specialisation in Gastroenterology. Subsequently, he completed sub-speciality training in transplant hepatology at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, UK. To enhance his expertise in advanced endoscopy techniques, he went to Nottingham University Hospitals and undertook an advanced endoscopy fellowship there. With a wealth of knowledge and training in the field, in 2014, Dr Ramappa returned to Bangalore to join Columbia Asia Hospitals as a Consultant in Nutrition and Clinical Gastroenterology.

  • Since his appointment on August 2016 at Columbia Asia Referral Hospital - Yeshwanthapur, he has focused on the management of various biliary and liver-related diseases, including biliary endoscopy using advanced procedures such as EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound), transplant hepatology and ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography). In addition to his expertise in liver and biliary diseases, Dr. Ramappa is well-versed in managing luminal endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, functional GI disorders, acid-peptic disorders, and emergency gastroenterology, including acute GI bleeding. No wonder he is considered one of the best gastroenterologists in Bangalore.


  • Dr. Vidyasagar’s wide range of skills and knowledge allows him to provide holistic care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders, ensuring the highest medical treatment and support standards. Dr. Ramappa can speak fluent English, Kannada, and Hindi. That helps him to provide personalised care to patients from diverse verbal backgrounds. As a medical community member, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has continuously contributed to the field of gastroenterology and hepatology. He also provides the best possible care to his patients and tries to stay updated with the latest advancements in his field. With his extensive qualifications, experience, and commitment to personalised patient care, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa has created a trusted and respected name in the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In conclusion, Dr. Vidyasagar Ramappa is a well-skilled Consultant of Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist with training and expertise in his field. His focus towards patient care, advanced endoscopy techniques, and comprehensive approach makes him a valuable asset to Columbia Asia Hospitals in Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore.

    • Fellowship & Membership

  • He then undertook advanced endoscopy fellowship at Nottingham University Hospitals.

    • Field of Expertise

  • Chronic liver disease and Liver transplant
  • Pancreatobiliary endoscopy (EUS & ERCP)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Medical Teaching and Endoscopy training

    • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

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