Biographical summary
Amindra Singh Arora, M.B., B.Chir., is a consultant in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He cares for people with complex esophageal disorders, offering advanced diagnostic and therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs. Dr. Arora's clinical practice centers on improving quality of life for people dealing with swallowing difficulties, reflux symptoms, and other esophageal conditions. In addition to his clinical role, he serves as a Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science and is board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine.
Dr. Arora provides comprehensive evaluation and management of esophageal disorders using specialized testing and individualized care plans.
- Achalasia: Diagnosis and treatment of swallowing disorders caused by impaired esophageal motility
- Eosinophilic esophagitis: Management of chronic inflammatory conditions of the esophagus
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Evaluation and care for severe or treatment-resistant reflux symptoms
- Esophageal strictures: Care for narrowed esophagus to improve swallowing
- Esophageal motility and pH testing: Expertise in interpreting esophageal motility studies and pH monitoring to guide treatment
Research and professional highlights
Dr. Arora's academic contributions include extensive publications and clinical research focused on esophageal diseases, particularly eosinophilic esophagitis and gastroesophageal reflux disease. He has served in leadership roles in medical education, receiving multiple teaching awards for excellence in resident and fellow instruction. He is an active member of national and international gastroenterology societies and serves on editorial boards, contributing to the advancement of the field.
Conditions treated
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2018
MB, B Chir - Department of Medicine Internal Medicine Residency Programeducator
- 2011
MB, B Chir - Best Educator for resident educationInternal Medicine Residency Program, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 1999
ConsultantDivision of Gastroenterology, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, University of Dundee
- 1999
Fellow - Master's Degree in Medical EducationTay Park House, University of Dundee
- 1997
ResidentGastroenterology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 1997
Fellow - Department of GastroenterologyMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 1994
ResidentInternal Medicine, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 1994
Resident - Department of Internal MedicineMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 1991
OtherDepartment of Medicine, Leicester Royal Infirmary
- 1989
OtherDepartment of General Surgery, Ipswich Hospital
- 1986
BSc - PhysiologyThe Middlesex Hospital Medical School (London University), London Hospital Medical College
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 1997
GastroenterologyAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
- 1994
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Awards and honors
- 2024
Highest rated clinical educatorMayo Clinic Department of Medicine - Internal Medicine Residency Program
- 2022
Highest rated clinical educatorMayo Clinic Department of Medicine - Internal Medicine Residency Program
- 2018
Recognition for Excellence in Clinical TeachingMayo Clinic Internal Medicine Residency Program
- 2011
Top Educator Recognition Reception and Interactive Dinner DiscussionInternal Medicine Residency Program, Department of Internal Medicine
- 2011
2011 DOM Faculty Recognition Award, Division LaureateDepartment of Internal Medicine
- 2011
Best Doctors of Minnesota 2011Minneapolis/St. Paul Diabetes Educators
- 2010
Teacher of the YearMayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
- 2007
Teacher of the Year Award, Department of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology and HepatologyMayo Fellows Association, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
- 2006
Teacher of the Year Award for the Department of Internal Medicine - SubspecialtiesMayo Fellows Association, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
- 2006
Teacher of the Year Award, Department of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology and HepatologyMayo Fellows Association, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
- 2005
Department of Medicine Medical School Education AwardMayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
- 2005
Outstanding Teacher in Physical Diagnosis by Internal Medicine residentsAwarding Organization
- 1997
ScholarMayo Foundation
- 1997
Research AwardMayo Foundation
- 1996
Clinical Vignette Award - Astra MerckAmerican College of Gastroenterology
- 1996
Teacher of the yearMayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
- 1995
Research Fellow AwardAmerican Liver Foundation
- 1995
Associate Research Poster AwardAwarding Organization
- 1994
Outstanding Achievement Award for Internal MedicineMayo Clinic
- 1994
ACE AwardBristol Meyers Squibb
- 1994
AwardeeNorth American Congress of Gastroenterology Fellows
- 1988
George Baker Prize for MedicineCambridge University
- 1988
Distinction in MedicineAwarding Organization
- 1986
Medical Research Council AwardAwarding Organization
- 1985
Certificate of Merit in Pharmacology, Endocrinology and Behavioral SciencesAwarding Organization
- 1984
Sidney Caley Prize in BiochemistryAwarding Organization
- 1983
Leaving ExhibitionTrinity School
Professional memberships
- 2016 - present
ReviewerMayo Clinic Rochester Committees
- 2016 - present
ReviewerMKSAP 17 General Internal Medicine
- 2015
Manuscript ReviewerMassachusetts Medical Society
- 2014
Manuscript ReviewerMassachusetts Medical Society
- 2012 - 2014
MemberOfficers & Councilors of Staff - Rochester, Mayo Clinic Rochester Committees
- 2012
MemberNational Board of Medical Examiners
- 2010 - 2012
MemberUnited States Medical Licensing Examination
- 2009 - present
MemberNational Board of Medical Examiners
- 2008 - 2009
MemberKnowledge Content Board - Gastroenterology, AskMayoExpert
- 2008 - present
Committee MemberStudent Assessment Committee, Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
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MemberAmerican Gastroenterological Association
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MemberAmerican College of Gastroenterology
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MemberAmerican Medical Association
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MemberAmerican Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
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MemberBritish Medical Association
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MemberRoyal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom
Publications
Research activities