Dr. Gomathy Narasimhan

Dr. Gomathy Narasimhan is a Senior Consultant in Liver and Renal Transplant Surgery at Rela Hospital in Chennai, with over 20 years of specialized expertise in complex organ transplantation. She holds postgraduate qualifications including an MS in General Surgery from Madras Medical College (2001) and a prestigious ASTS Fellowship in Transplant Surgery from Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas (2006). Her advanced training at one of North America's leading transplant centres has equipped her with exceptional technical skill in multi-organ procedures.

Dr. Narasimhan has performed numerous complex procedures, including adult and pediatric liver transplants, living-donor kidney transplants, combined liver-kidney transplants, multivisceral transplants, and pancreas transplantation. She holds particular clinical expertise in primary hyperoxaluria management, a rare inherited metabolic condition requiring specialized transplant intervention. Her academic contributions are substantial, including 8 textbook chapters and over 70 peer-reviewed publications in national and international journals. She is a regular invited speaker at leading medical conferences and continues to advance the field through research and education.

Dr. Narasimhan treats a steady flow of international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia, and is experienced in coordinating care for overseas patients. She communicates fluently in English, Hindi, and Tamil, ensuring clear dialogue with patients across geographies. Her approach combines surgical precision with a compassionate, patient-centered philosophy, building strong relationships with families during complex treatment journeys.

Rela Hospital is a NABH-accredited tertiary-care institution in Chennai, recognized for its transplant programme and infrastructure. The hospital provides comprehensive preoperative assessment, state-of-the-art surgical suites, dedicated ICU facilities, and seamless postoperative support. Its established international patient services team handles documentation, travel coordination, and accommodation, making the experience straightforward for families arriving from overseas. The hospital's location in India offers world-class transplant care at significantly lower cost than Western centres, without compromise on safety or outcomes.

For international patients seeking liver or kidney transplantation, Dr. Narasimhan represents both technical excellence and accessibility. Her two-decade track record, honours including the Woman Leader in Transplantation Award from The Transplantation Society (2022), and her active engagement with international surgical communities position her as a trusted choice for complex cases. Gaf Healthcare can facilitate initial consultation, medical record review, and procedure planning via video, ensuring a smooth pathway from enquiry to treatment.