Now welcoming new patients — Cheshire & Northwich

Consultant Gastroenterologist in Cheshire.

Private consultations within days, not months. Accurate answers. A plan that fits your life.

Dr Venkata Pawan Kumar Lekharaju

Consultant Gastroenterologist · GMC No. 6094541

Over 20 years helping patients in Cheshire understand and resolve complex digestive and liver conditions with compassion and clarity.

Experience seeing

2,000+ patients

Private gastroenterology in Cheshire · Insured & self-pay

Gastroenterological symptoms deserve specialist attention — not uncertainty.

Reflux, abdominal pain, altered bowel habit, or abnormal liver results — these are signs that a consultant gastroenterologist should assess. Dr Lekharaju brings over two decades of specialist gastroenterology experience to every consultation, providing accurate diagnosis and a clear clinical pathway.

What you can expect

From first call to full recovery

Your story, heard fully

An unhurried consultation of your history, concerns, and goals explored in depth.

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Precise investigations

Endoscopy, colonoscopy, imaging the right test, arranged promptly.

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A diagnosis you understand

Results explained plainly, with time for every question you have.

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Treatment that lasts

A personalised plan then consistent follow-up until you feel well again.

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Conditions we help with

Gastroenterological conditions that benefit from specialist care.

Dr Lekharaju specialises in diagnosing and managing a broad range of gastrointestinal and hepatological conditions. If you recognise any of these, a private consultation is the right next step.

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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

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Acid reflux & GERD

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Liver disease & hepatitis

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Crohn's & ulcerative colitis

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Gallbladder & bile duct disorders

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Colorectal cancer & polyps

What you can expect

Specialist treatments, clearly explained.

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Diagnostics

High-definition diagnostic procedures with comfort and precision in mind.

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Treatment

Polypectomy, ERCP and other minimally invasive treatments, without surgery.

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Conditions

A holistic, evidence-based approach to bloating, IBS and gut discomfort.

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Hepatology

Specialist care for fatty liver, hepatitis and chronic liver disease.

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Conditions

Lasting relief from acid reflux, GERD and persistent heartburn.

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IBD

Modern, compassionate care for IBD, at every stage of the journey.

Available treatments

Precision procedures. Lasting relief.

Colonoscopy & Endoscopy

Gold-standard diagnostics for investigating bowel, stomach, and oesophageal symptoms.

Bowel Cancer Screening & Polyp Removal

Early detection colonoscopy and therapeutic polypectomy protects your long-term health.

IBS, IBD & Acid Reflux Treatment

Specialist gastroenterological management for IBS, IBD, and GERD evidence-based, individually tailored.

Why patients choose this practice

More than a diagnosis. A doctor who cares.

Two decades of focused expertise

Over 20 years treating gastroenterological conditions means fewer missed diagnoses and faster answers.

You leave knowing what is happening

Dr Lekharaju takes the time to explain everything so you feel informed, not just treated.

Private access, without the wait

Appointments available within days at Circle Cheshire Clinic and The Alexandra Hospital.

Gastroenterology, hepatology & internal medicine

Specialist expertise across all three disciplines treating the full clinical picture, not just the presenting symptom.

Take the first step

Ready when you are.

Choose a time that works for you. We will confirm your appointment and send everything you need before you arrive.

Expert gastroenterology care, closer than you think.

Private consultations · Cheshire & Northwich · GMC registered

Visit us

Come and say hello.

Our clinic is calm, modern and easy to reach. On-site parking and step-free access available.