Dr. Muhammad Najm ul Hasan Shafi

Overview of Dr. Muhammad Najm ul Hasan Shafi

Brief Introduction: Dr. Muhammad Najm ul Hasan Shafi

Dr. Muhammad Najm ul Hasan Shafi is a highly credentialed gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi, holding the prestigious MRCP (UK – Gastroenterology) in addition to his FCPS. With over 17 years of clinical practice in one of Rawalpindi’s busiest teaching hospitals, he has developed exceptional expertise across the full spectrum of gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders. His MRCP qualification ensures his clinical practice aligns with the highest international standards in gastroenterological medicine. He is also one of the few gastroenterologists in Rawalpindi capable of performing ERCP.

Dr. Shafi’s gastroenterological expertise includes upper GI endoscopy and therapeutic colonoscopy for colorectal cancer screening, Hepatitis B and C management with direct-acting antiviral (DAA) therapy achieving high cure rates, liver cirrhosis management and its complications including variceal bleeding, hepatic encephalopathy, and ascites, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and NASH, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) including biologic therapy, peptic ulcer disease, GERD, and GI motility disorders, pancreatitis management, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for bile duct and pancreatic duct pathology.

Areas of Expertise

• MRCP (UK – Gastroenterology) certified with 17+ years at Holy Family Hospital Rawalpindi
• Expert in Hepatitis B & C antiviral therapy and liver cirrhosis complication management
• Performs ERCP for bile duct stones, strictures, and pancreatic duct conditions
• Therapeutic colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening and polypectomy
• Manages IBD (Crohn’s and UC) including biologic therapy monitoring

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is ERCP and does Dr. Shafi perform it?

A: ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) is a specialised endoscopic procedure to diagnose and treat conditions of the bile and pancreatic ducts. Yes, Dr. Shafi performs ERCP at Holy Family Hospital.

Q: Can he manage advanced liver cirrhosis?

A: Yes, he manages liver cirrhosis complications including variceal hemorrhage (with endoscopic banding), ascites, spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, and hepatic encephalopathy.

Q: Does he treat Crohn’s disease with biologic therapy?

A: Yes, he manages both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis including initiation and monitoring of biologic agents such as infliximab and adalimumab.

Q: Is Dr. Muhammad Najm ul Hasan Shafi available in Rawalpindi?

A: Yes, he practices at Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi, and appointments are conveniently bookable via FindMDHealth