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Dr. Shekhar Challa, MD

Gastroenterology*
2.5 (14)
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45 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Shekhar Challa, MD

Dr. Shekhar Challa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Topeka, KS. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 45 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from Kakatiya Medical College, Ntr University Of Health Sciences and is affiliated with Coffey County Hospital and University Of Kansas Health System Saint Francis. Patients rated Dr. Challa an average 2.5 star rating.

Dr. Challa works at Practice in Topeka, KS. They frequently treat conditions like Gastroparesis and Intestinal Diverticulosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Challa's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    2200 SW 6th Ave Ste 104, Topeka, KS 66606 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (785) 354-8518
  2. 2
    University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
    1700 SW 7th St, Topeka, KS 66606 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (785) 295-8000

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  • Coffey County Hospital
  • University Of Kansas Health System Saint Francis

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Gastroparesis
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Duodenal Polypectomy
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Abdominal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Cirrhosis
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Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
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Vomiting Disorders
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Crohn's Disease
Dysphagia
Gastric Ulcer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Ulcer
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Alcoholic Cirrhosis
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Congenital Anomaly Intestine
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Duodenitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
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Esophagitis
Gallstones
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Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
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Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
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Difficulty With Walking
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Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis
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Esophageal Cancer
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Esophageal Ulcer
Essential Tremor
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
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Hepatitis B - Immune Response
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
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Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
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Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
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Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
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Megacolon
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
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Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neurogenic Bladder
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    • 45 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1144291733
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Coney Island Hospital
    Fellowship
    Medical Education
    • Kakatiya Medical College, Ntr University Of Health Sciences
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Challa. The overall rating for this provider is 2.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Challa.

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