Dr. Amruth Raj
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Dr. Amruth Raj

Consultant — GI, HPB, Liver Transplant & Robotic Surgery

Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon

Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India 7+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Amruth Raj

Dr. Amruth Raj is a Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, bringing over 7 years of specialized experience in complex liver, pancreas, and biliary tract surgery. He holds an MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology from GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi, and has completed advanced fellowships in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation from Asan Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea, as well as formal training in Robotic Surgery through Intuitive Surgical's Da Vinci programme. His qualifications also include MBBS and MS degrees from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, alongside DNB and FICS (Fellow of International College of Surgeons) credentials.

Dr. Raj's clinical practice encompasses deceased donor liver transplantation, complex hepatic resections, Whipple procedures for pancreatic pathology, distal pancreatectomy, biliary reconstruction, and hepaticojejunostomy. He is proficient in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques, enabling shorter recovery times and reduced perioperative morbidity. His surgical portfolio extends to colorectal resection, gastrectomy, and complex HPB tumor management. He has presented his research at the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA) World Congress in Paris (2022) and received recognition for best paper awards at international conferences, with multiple peer-reviewed publications in national and international surgical journals.

Dr. Raj actively serves international patients from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Africa, and South Asia, providing comprehensive preoperative evaluation, personalized surgical planning, and postoperative care coordination. Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, where he practices, is equipped with state-of-the-art surgical facilities, advanced imaging capabilities, and a dedicated international patient services team that facilitates seamless medical tourism experiences. The hospital's commitment to multimodal perioperative care and transplant programme excellence ensures that complex cases receive world-standard protocols.

For international patients considering liver transplantation or complex HPB surgery, Dr. Raj offers a combination of international fellowship training, published research credibility, and a patient-centric approach grounded in Indian healthcare's proven cost-effectiveness. The Apollo network across India allows for continuity of care and follow-up consultation, whether patients return home or require further management. Gaf Healthcare facilitates initial video consultations, medical record reviews, and direct booking with Dr. Raj's team, ensuring a smooth pathway from inquiry to surgical intervention.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Amruth Raj

  • Liver cancer and hepatic tumors
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Gallbladder cancer
  • Biliary tract obstruction
  • Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Gastric cancer
  • Complex HPB pathology
  • Pancreatic insufficiency
  • Benign and malignant bile duct disorders

Areas of Interest

  • Deceased Donor Liver Transplant
  • Liver Resection/Hepatectomy
  • Whipple Procedure
  • Distal Pancreatectomy
  • Biliary Reconstruction
  • Hepaticojejunostomy
  • Complex HPB Tumor Surgery
  • Colorectal Resection
  • Gastrectomy
  • Liver Tumors (Operable)
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Gallbladder Cancer

Qualifications

  • MBBSBangalore Medical College and Research Institute
  • MSBangalore Medical College and Research Institute
  • DNB
  • MChGB Pant Hospital, New Delhi
  • Fellowship in HPB Surgery and Liver TransplantationAsan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
  • Fellowship in Robotic SurgeryIntuitive Surgical (Da Vinci)
  • FICS

Work Experience

  • Consultant — GI, HPB, Liver Transplant & Robotic Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai — Present
  • Fellowship in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation at Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
  • Fellowship in Robotic Surgery through Intuitive Surgical (Da Vinci) programme
  • MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology) from GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi
  • MS (General Surgery) from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

Certifications (7)

  • MBBS

    Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

  • MS (General Surgery)

    Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

  • DNB (General Surgery)

  • MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology)

    GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi

  • FICS (Fellow of International College of Surgeons)

    International College of Surgeons

  • Fellowship in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation

    Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea

  • Fellowship in Robotic Surgery

    Intuitive Surgical (Da Vinci)

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (5)

    Outcomes of Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation in South Asian Cohorts: A Multi-Centre Analysis

    Indian Journal of Transplantation2022

    Robotic-Assisted Whipple Procedure: Safety and Efficacy in Complex Pancreatic Pathology

    Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery2021

    Management of Complex Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Tumours: A Single-Centre Experience

    HPB Surgery International2023

    Minimally Invasive Hepatic Resection: Technique and Short-Term Outcomes

    Indian Journal of Surgery2020

    Biliary Reconstruction in Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation: Comparative Analysis of Hepaticojejunostomy vs Duct-to-Duct Anastomosis

    Liver Transplantation and Surgery2022

    Procedures

    Deceased donor liver transplantation Hepatic resection and partial hepatectomyWhipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)Distal pancreatectomyBiliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomyRobotic-assisted HPB surgeryColorectal resectionGastrectomy and gastric cancer surgeryMinimally invasive liver tumor ablationComplex biliary tract reconstruction

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's platform by selecting Dr. Amruth Raj and scheduling an initial video consultation. Our team will collect your medical records, imaging studies, and pathology reports to provide a preliminary assessment. You can communicate via WhatsApp, email, or video call, and Dr. Raj will review your case comprehensively before recommending a treatment plan or inviting you to Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, for in-person evaluation.