Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi, MD

Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing 27 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and has developed expertise in diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders. Dr. Thiruppathi is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Thiruppathi practices at multiple locations throughout Columbus, Georgia, including Midtown Medical Center, Saint Francis Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside, and Columbus Specialty Hospital. He focuses on treating common digestive conditions such as GERD and acid reflux, including these conditions in pediatric patients. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive health issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 stars for his care.