GI Physicians

GI Physicians Gastroenterologists located in Lima, OH Dr. Kottapalli is Board-Certified in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology and Nutrition.

GI Physicians are devoted to , the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the entire system. The digestive system includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, large intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Dr. Kottapalli has done extensive training to stay ahead on the important advances that have been made in recent years in gastroenterology, contributing to the rapid expansion of its scope. GI Physicians specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of all areas of gastrointestinal disease, including GI bleeding, colon polyps, GI cancer, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, reflux, ulcers, and nutrition, etc. At each of your appointments, Dr. Kottapalli and staff will use a "patient first" philosophy. Your caring GI doctor will genuinely listen to your concerns and review your medical history. If diagnostic tests are necessary, your doctor will explain them in terms you can understand and provide you with complete preparation instructions. We provide services including:


• (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
• Pill Cam
• Biopsy


• GI Physicians have expertise in addressing the full spectrum of GI disorders, including:
• Pain
• 's Esophagus
• of the digestive system
• Sprue
• ’s
• Disease


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• Bleeding


• A, B, & C


• Bowel Disease ( - Crohn's Disease)
• Bowel Syndrome ( )

• Disease
• Insufficiency


• Pain

• Loss

Call 419.228.2600 - we're here to support your digestive health!

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The Allen County Fair is here! 🎡
Stop by GI Physicians next to the Youth Exhibit Building and take a walk through our life-size colon display.

Dr. Ven Kottapalli & his team of professional CNPs are all Board Certified, providing you with the highest standard of c...
06/30/2025

Dr. Ven Kottapalli & his team of professional CNPs are all Board Certified, providing you with the highest standard of care possible. Locally-owned & operated to provide personal attention and save you time & money.

What an honor to be nominated in this year's Best of the Region competition! Go here to  vote -> https://limaohio.com/be...
06/28/2025

What an honor to be nominated in this year's Best of the Region competition! Go here to vote -> https://limaohio.com/bestof. Click on Beauty & Health - People -> Gastro-Intestinal Specialist (Person's Name and Company Name) -> Dr. Kottapalli/GI Physicians. You will need to register & you can vote once a day. Thank you!

Another beautiful Friday to warm our spirits, with this kind review to warm our hearts. Thank you, Diane! "The staff at ...
06/27/2025

Another beautiful Friday to warm our spirits, with this kind review to warm our hearts. Thank you, Diane! "The staff at GI Physicians was top notch care! They really made me feel at ease with the care I received! Thank you Dr. Kottapalli for helping me and not dread a colonoscopy/EGD!"

Start today off right - with a healthy glass of water!
06/26/2025

Start today off right - with a healthy glass of water!

It's that time of year again! We would appreciate your nomination in this year's Best of the Region competition. Go here...
06/24/2025

It's that time of year again!
We would appreciate your nomination in this year's Best of the Region competition. Go here to vote -> https://limaohio.com/bestof. Click on Beauty & Health-People -> Gastro-Intestinal Specialist (Person's Name and Company Name). Write in: Ven Kottapalli - GI Physicians. You will need to register & you can vote once a day.
Thank you!

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Happy first full day of Summer!

Thank you for sharing this with us, Ada: "Dr. Kottapolli is the best. He is kind, caring and thorough. He really cares a...
06/20/2025

Thank you for sharing this with us, Ada: "Dr. Kottapolli is the best. He is kind, caring and thorough. He really cares about the health of his patients. I wish more doctors really cared like he does. He takes the time to answer your questions and listens to your concerns." Thank you for choosing us to care for you!

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Last night's storms left us cooler and cloudy. Before the heat and humidity return, how about getting outside to enjoy the (digestive) benefits of fresh air?

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Happy International Picnic Day - outdoors or indoors!

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Address

512 N Cable Road
Lima, OH
45805

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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The entire team at GI Physicians Inc., which includes gastroenterologists Ven Kottapalli, MD, CNSP, blends its robust experience and compassionate care to serve their patients best. At their office in Lima, Ohio, their expertise enables them to treat a wide range of gastrointestinal health issues.

The knowledgeable team at GI Physicians Inc. has been serving patients with gastroenterological problems for more than two decades. They’ve performed more than 55,000 procedures to help patients find relief and safeguard their long-term health.

They take a conservative approach, protecting their patients from unnecessary procedures. Patients feel supported and informed at their office, thanks to their commitment to compassionate care.

Patients with stomach and intestinal problems find effective treatment at GI Physicians Inc. There, the team of gastroenterological specialists treats many causes of abdominal pain, including constipation and irritable bowel syndrome. They also treat conditions like acid reflux disease, hemorrhoids, and more.