Suryanarayana Reddy Challa, MD

Dr. Suryanarayana Reddy Challa is a board-certified gastroenterologist with specialized expertise in therapeutic and advanced endoscopy. He gained valuable clinical experience at Intermountain Health’s Avenues Specialty Clinic in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he further refined his skills in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions. His work there contributed significantly to his clinical development and comprehensive approach to patient care.

Dr. Challa provides expert care to patients across Salt Lake City, North Salt Lake, Millcreek, Bountiful, and surrounding communities. His clinical interests include gastrointestinal cancers, pancreaticobiliary disorders, endoscopic resection techniques, and the application of innovative, minimally invasive approaches to complex GI pathology.

He is deeply committed to delivering patient-centered care, emphasizing clear communication, personalized treatment planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Challa strives to ensure that each patient feels informed, supported, and empowered throughout their care journey—from diagnosis through recovery.

Outside of his clinical practice, Dr. Challa enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and swimming, as well as traveling. He is grateful for the support of his wife and the joy of raising their young son, who brings balance and fulfillment to his life beyond medicine.

Conditions Treated

• Barrett's esophagus
• Early esophageal cancer
• Acid reflux disorders
• Peptic ulcer disease
• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Gastric and duodenal polyps/tumors
• Subepithelial lesions of the GI tract
• Malignant and benign GI strictures
• Complex colon polyps requiring advanced resection techniques
• Management of precancerous conditions and early GI cancers
• Pancreatic cysts, tumors, and chronic pancreatitis
• Bile duct stones, biliary strictures, and tumors
• Endoscopic ultrasound-guided diagnosis and interventions

Procedures Performed

• Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
• Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
• Cholangioscopy and Pancreatoscopy.
• Dilation and enteral stenting
• Endoscopic suturing
• Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)
• Endoscopic full-thickness resection (EFTR)
• Radiofrequency ablation (RFA)
• Cryotherapy
• Anti-reflux endoscopy (C-TIF and ARMS)
• Upper endoscopy (EGD)
• Colonoscopy