I believe that treating a patient as I would a family member and educating them is key to achieving success in our treatment as a team.

Bhavana Akotia is a seasoned physician assistant with over two decades of experience in gastroenterology. Since working with Oshi Health as an independent contractor, she’s seen how effective a collaborative team approach can be in treating gastrointestinal (GI) conditions.

Previously, Bhavana practiced at a hospital in Tyler, Texas, and currently works at a private gastroenterology clinic in California. 

Outside of work, she loves reading, cooking, and traveling. Her dream is to explore every corner of the world, immersing herself in diverse cultures and ways of life. After family, travel is Bhavana’s top passion in life.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Charles R. Drew University
  • Certified Physician Assistant, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Favorite Gut Health Tip

You truly are what you eat. It is important to have a healthy gut to have a healthy body and prevent the disease process.