Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak – Gastroenterologist

Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak is an Associate Professor, Interventional Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist and Internal Medicine Specialist at Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC), Peshawar. He specializes in the diagnosis and management of digestive system disorders, liver diseases and complex medical conditions.

He holds postgraduate qualifications in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and Hepatology, including FCPS, MRCP (UK), MRCP (Ireland) and FRCP (Edinburgh). He has also completed a Master of Health Professions Education (MHPE) from Aga Khan University.

Alongside his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak is involved in medical education and research. His academic work includes studies related to chronic liver disease, metabolism and other medical conditions.

Qualifications

• MBBS – Gold Medalist
• FCPS – Medicine
• FCPS – Gastroenterology and Hepatology
• MRCP – United Kingdom
• MRCP – Ireland
• FRCP – Edinburgh
• MHPE – Aga Khan University

Areas of Expertise

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Gastritis and Peptic Ulcer Disease
• Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding
• Chronic Liver Disease and Cirrhosis
• Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C
• Fatty Liver Disease
• Liver Function Abnormalities
• Abdominal Pain and Digestive Disorders
• Chronic Diarrhea and Constipation
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Interventional Gastroenterology
• Metabolic and Liver-Related Complications
• Complex Internal Medicine Conditions

Gastroenterology and Digestive Health

Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak’s clinical work includes evaluating patients with digestive symptoms such as persistent abdominal pain, heartburn, difficulty swallowing, recurrent vomiting and changes in bowel habits.

Gastrointestinal disorders may involve the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver or other digestive organs. Accurate diagnosis often requires a combination of clinical assessment, laboratory investigations, imaging and endoscopic procedures.

His background in interventional gastroenterology supports the evaluation and management of digestive conditions that may require specialized diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

Liver Disease and Hepatology

Liver diseases represent an important part of Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak’s specialty.

His clinical and academic interests include chronic liver disease, cirrhosis and complications associated with impaired liver function.

Patients with liver conditions may experience jaundice, abdominal swelling, fatigue, abnormal liver function tests or gastrointestinal bleeding.

Evaluation may involve blood investigations, liver imaging and other diagnostic procedures to identify the underlying cause and determine suitable management.

His research on severe chronic liver disease has examined treatment outcomes and clinical, biochemical and histological remission.

Interventional Gastroenterology

As an interventional gastroenterologist, Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak has specialized training in the assessment and management of gastrointestinal conditions involving endoscopic techniques.

Endoscopy allows doctors to examine parts of the digestive tract using a flexible instrument equipped with a camera. Depending on the clinical indication, endoscopic procedures can help investigate gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, swallowing difficulties and other digestive abnormalities.

The selection of a procedure depends on the patient’s symptoms, medical history and diagnostic findings.

Internal Medicine Background

In addition to gastroenterology and hepatology, Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak has extensive postgraduate training in internal medicine.

This background is particularly relevant when digestive or liver conditions occur alongside other medical illnesses.

Patients with chronic liver disease, for example, may require assessment of nutritional status, metabolic abnormalities, infections and complications affecting other organs.

His combined training allows these interconnected medical concerns to be considered during patient evaluation.

Academic Experience and Medical Research

Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khattak serves as an Associate Professor and contributes to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.

His academic work includes research on chronic liver disease and the biochemical processes involved in metabolism.

His publications include research examining treatment outcomes in severe chronic liver disease and the role of ketogenesis in weight management, neurological conditions and oxidative stress.

His qualification in Health Professions Education further complements his involvement in medical teaching and professional training.

Hospital Affiliation

Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC)

Hayatabad, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Designation: Associate Professor

Specialties: Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Internal Medicine