Dr. Biswa Ranjan Patra

10+

Years of Experience

Meet Our Specialist

MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Gastroenterology)

Fellow in Third Space Endoscopy (Japan)

Fellow in Endoscopic Ultrasound (South Korea)

Consultant Gastroenterologist and Therapeutic Endoscopist

Dr. Biswa Ranjan Patra is a highly accomplished and internationally trained Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, Therapeutic Endoscopist, and Expert in Third Space Endoscopy, with a distinguished reputation in advanced gastrointestinal interventions and endoscopic innovations.

He currently serves as Additional Director – Third Space Endoscopy at Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai, where he spearheads one of the region’s most advanced and high-volume programs in complex third space endoscopic procedures, early cancer detection, and endoscopic resections—driving clinical excellence, fostering innovation, and advancing the adoption of cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques.

Dr. Patra is widely recognized for his expertise in Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) and Third Space Endoscopy, including advanced procedures such as POEM, G-POEM, Z-POEM, STER, and EFTR, with a special focus on the management of early gastrointestinal cancers and complex luminal disorders. His proficiency in image-enhanced and magnifying endoscopy enables early detection and minimally invasive treatment, significantly improving patient outcomes. He is also proficient in a wide spectrum of advanced therapeutic EUS procedures (including EUS-GJ, BD, CG and GV coiling).

He completed his DM in Medical Gastroenterology from Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai, following his MD in Internal Medicine from PGIMER & Dr. RML Hospital, New Delhi, and MBBS from V.S.S. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Odisha. Further strengthening his global expertise, he pursued advanced international fellowships in Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) from the World Endoscopy Organisation (WEO) and Endoscopic Resection & Magnifying Endoscopy at NTT Medical Centre, Tokyo, Japan.

In addition to his clinical excellence, Dr. Patra is an Assistant Professor in Gastroenterology at K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai, and a visiting consultant across leading hospitals, actively contributing to teaching, training, and advancing the field of therapeutic endoscopy.

A prolific researcher and innovator, he has authored numerous publications in reputed national and international journals, with several award-winning contributions in advanced endoscopy techniques. His work has earned him multiple first prizes at international and national conferences, and he has been consistently recognized among the Best Gastroenterologists in Mumbai by Outlook Magazine (2024, 2025, 2026).

Dr. Patra is an active member of prestigious global societies including the American College of Gastroenterology, European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Japanese Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society, and World Endoscopy Organisation, reflecting his strong international presence and contribution to the field.

With a commitment to innovation, precision, and patient-centric care, Dr. Biswa Ranjan Patra specializes in delivering advanced, minimally invasive solutions for complex gastrointestinal, liver, and pancreatic diseases, setting new standards in modern digestive healthcare.

Publications

Patra BR, Gupta S, Kallurwar Y, Saner C, Harindranath S, Singh A, Vaidya A, Kuruthukulangara M, Yadav J, Lodha G, Pal S, Shukla A. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided plugged liver biopsy using a fine-needle biopsy needle and coils in patients with deranged coagulation parameters: proof of concept study for feasibility and safety from India.
Clinical Endoscopy, 2025.
Patra BR, Harindranath S, Ansari AM, Gupta S, Saner C, Pujalwar S, Vaidya A, Singh A, Aggarwal M, Shukla A. Utility of gastroscopy in the left lateral semi-recumbent position: A blood-free coup!
Endoscopy International Open, 2023; 11(12): E1168–E1174.
Patra BR, Saner C, Gupta S, Harwani Y, Harindranath S, Patwardhan N, Kallurwar Y, Singh A, Vaidya A, Mane P, Meshram M, Shukla A. Role of prehabilitative gastrostomy tube feeding to bridge severely malnourished surgically unfit achalasia patients to per-oral endoscopic myotomy.
Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, 2025.
Patra BR, Pujalwar S, Harindranath S, Gupta S, Vaidya A, Mane P, Shukla A. Adequacy, safety and technical determinants of modified endoscopic ultrasound guided liver biopsy technique in patients with or without cirrhosis: A pilot study.
iGIE, 2024.
Patra BR, Pujalwar S, Singh A, Gupta S, Saner C, Harindranath S, Shukla A. Novel method for refractory tracheoesophageal fistula closure: Modified polydioxanone suture mesh with fibrin glue.
iGIE, 2023.
Biswa Ranjan Patra, Nitish Patwardhan, Vaibhav Padole, Souradeep Pal, Yash Harwani, Sidharth Harindranath, Akash Shukla. Mechanical aid for embedded esophageal stent removal: Novel mechanical debridement technique to assist in removal of deeply embedded degenerated esophageal metal stent – A case report.
iGIE, 2025.
Patra BR, Harindranath S, Gupta S, et al. Gastroscopy-guided percutaneous suturing for closure of persistent gastrocutaneous fistula: A novel and cost-effective method.
Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, 2024.
Patra BR, Saner C, Harindranath S, et al. Endoscopic submucosal dissection for large esophageal carcinosarcoma—Is R0 resection curative enough?
Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, 2025.
Fousekis F, Mpakogiannis K, Vogli S, Barret M, Marin FS, Elkholy S, El-Sherbiny M, Essam K, Haggag H, Sud S, Koch A, Khare S, Morais R, Santos-Antunes J, Kiosov O, de Tejada AH, Yakovenko V, Francesco MV, Fasulo E, Tribonias G, Altonbary A, Barbaro F, Patra BR, Shehab H, Mavrogenis G. Performance of endoscopic submucosal dissection and submucosal tunneling endoscopic resection for esophageal submucosal tumors: A multicenter retrospective cohort study.
Annals of Gastroenterology, 2025; 38(6): 595–603.
Harindranath S, Patra BR, Ansari AA, et al. Ductal Intervention in Chronic Pancreatitis: Impact on Glycemic Control and Endocrine Insufficiency Management.
Cureus, 2024; 16(8): e66378.
Shukla A, Ingle M, Pandey V, Patra BR, Harindranath S, Walke S, Jadhav R. Exploring the utility of endoscopic ultrasound in Budd-Chiari syndrome: A multi-center multi-observer prospective cohort study.
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 2023.
Sundaram S, Patra BR, Choski D, Kale A, Ramani N, Karad A, Shukla A. Outcomes and predictors of response to endotherapy in pancreatic ductal disruptions with refractory internal and high-output external fistulae.
Annals of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, 2022.
Patwardhan N, Kale A, Patra BR, Pujalwar S, Vaidya A, Harindranath S, Singh A, Padole V, Yadav J, Shukla A. Retained Biliary Plastic Stents: Clinical Presentation, Complications, and Management.
Journal of Digestive Endoscopy, 2024; 15: 4–9.
Irtaza M, Sundaram S, Gopan A, Patra BR, Rao PK, Kumar S, Kale A, Shukla A. Lower Gastrointestinal Bleed in Children: Safety, Utility, and Yield of Colonoscopy: An Experience from a Large Tertiary Referral Endoscopy Center.
Journal of Digestive Endoscopy, 2024; 15(01): 27–34.
Kumar S, Patra BR, Irtaza M, et al. Adverse Events with D-penicillamine Therapy in Hepatic Wilson’s Disease: A Single-Center Retrospective Audit.
Clinical Drug Investigation, 2022; 42: 177–184.
Kumar S, Irtaza M, Patra BR, et al. Clinical profile of adult and pediatric patients with hepatic Wilson’s disease.
Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, 2024; 43: 425–433.
Kale A, Shinde L, Sundaram S, Patra BR, Rao PK, Irtaza M, Shukla A. COVID-19 pandemic and inflammatory bowel disease from patients' perspective: A survey from COVID epicenter in India.
JGH Open, 2022; 6: 126–131.
Patra BR, Irtaza M, Rao PK, Kale A, Shukla A. Endoscopic Ultrasonography-Guided Antegrade Stenting in Surgically Altered Anatomy: Case Report and Review of Literature.
Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy Practice, 2022; 2: 166–168.
Kumar P, Singh K, Joshi A, Thakur P, Mahto SK, Kumar B, Pasricha N, Patra BR, Lamba BMS. Evaluation of non-invasive marker of esophageal varices in cirrhosis of liver.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, 2020; 9(2): 992–996.
Garg L, Vaidya A, Kale A, Gopan A, Ansari A, Patra BR, Shukla A. Safety and efficacy of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography in pediatric pancreatic and biliary disorders.
Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, 2024.
Sundaram S, Choksi D, Kale A, Giri S, Patra BR, Bhatia S, Shukla A. Outcomes of dilation of recalcitrant pancreatic strictures using a wire-guided cystotome.
Clinical Endoscopy, 2021.
Sundaram S, Patra BR, Kale A, Dodmani M, Bhatia S. Therapeutic misadventure after use of cardiac septal occluder in an esophagopleural fistula.
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 2021; 93(3): 762–764.
Sundaram S, Giri S, Patra BR, Darak H, Bhatia S. Push enteroscopy guided removal of a sharp foreign body from the midjejunum in a child.
Journal of Digestive Endoscopy, 2020; 11(02): 170–172.
Satai M, Vaidya A, Rathod K, Singh A, Harindranath S, Patra BR, Shukla A. Partial Splenic Artery Embolization for the Management of Symptomatic Hypersplenism in Portal Hypertension: Clinical Insights from a Case Series.
Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, 2024.
Malipatil S, Balasubramanian JK, Kamat N, Parekh S, Patra BR, Vora S, Maydeo A. Laser stricturotomy-assisted rendezvous ERCP and cholangioscopy for post-cholecystectomy complete common bile duct transection.
Endoscopy International Open, 2025.
Mahto SK, Agarwal N, Gupta K, Patra BR. A rare side effect of levosulpiride: Galactorrhea.
Indian Journal of Pharmacology, 2021; 53(1): 76–77.
Kumar P, Ranjan Patra B, Sahoo R. Intramedullary Cervical Tuberculoma: Target Sign.
Journal, Indian Academy of Clinical Medicine, 2017; 18: 233–234.