2020 Physician Spotlight: Orlando Gastroenterology

Dr. Sri Pothamsetty

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

Residency and fellowship training in Gastroenterology at John H. Stroger Hospital, Chicago; Board-Certified in Gastroenterology. AWARDS: Fellowship of the American Gastroenterological Association. Outstanding Physician Award from Surgery Partners.

ACHIEVEMENTS

In 2002, founded Orlando Gastroenterology, PA, which has grown into an eight-provider team offering advanced gastroenterology services. Established a state-of-the-art endoscopy unit at Millenia Surgery Center in 2008 and is now its Medical Director. Assistant Professor at UCF College of Medicine. President of CAPI, the Central Florida Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. Speaker for AstraZeneca, Inc. and Allergan Pharmaceuticals. Principal Investigator for Universal Clinical Research and Technology, Inc. and HMD Research, LLC. Director of Orange County Medical Society.

INNOVATIONS

Pioneered in-office anorectal manometry study to evaluate severe constipation and defecation disorders. Popularized the highly effective non-surgical outpatient treatment of hemorrhoids: the CRH system for hemorrhoidal ligation. Pioneered Saturday appointments for colonoscopies. Brought Fibroscan to the Orlando area: this test revolutionizes non-invasive assessment of liver health.

WHAT SETS US APART

Our doctors are highly trained and experienced board-certified gastroenterologists who practice safe, high-quality endoscopy at the Millenia Surgery Center. We have offices in Orlando, Kissimmee and Clermont for easy access across Central Florida.

OFF HOURS

Running, including recently completing the Disney Marathon. Mountain climbing, including recent summiting of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Pikes Peak, Mt. Whitney and the Mt. Everest Base Camp. Writing a book intended to be a comprehensive treatise linking nutrition, digestive health, and emotional and psychosocial well-being. CHARITABLE WORK: Worked with CAPI to raise over $50,000 for hunger relief in Central Florida during the COVID-19 pandemic. Raised $15,000 for OneOrlando Fund to benefit victims of the Pulse tragedy. Our practice supports multiple charities including A Gift for Teaching, Community Based Care of Central Florida and Sankara Eye Foundation.

RECOGNITION

PREMIER DOCTORS

Sri Pothamsetty, MD, AGAF

LOCATION

1507 S. Hiawassee Road
Suite 105
Orlando, FL 32835
407-445-9224