Dr. Neerav Goyal
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Dr. Neerav Goyal

Senior Consultant — Liver Transplant, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery

Hepatobiliary & Liver Transplant Surgeon

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India 27+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Neerav Goyal

Dr. Neerav Goyal is a Senior Consultant in Liver Transplant, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi, with more than 27 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) in Pune and holds dual DNB qualifications in General Surgery and Surgical Gastroenterology from leading institutions in New Delhi. His specialized training includes a Fellowship in Liver Transplant Surgery at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and advanced fellowship training at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, UK under internationally renowned surgeons.

Dr. Goyal has performed more than 2,500 successful liver transplantations, making him one of India's most experienced transplant surgeons. He specializes in deceased and living donor liver transplants, pediatric liver transplantation, and complex hepatobiliary pancreatic tumor surgery including pancreatic cancer resection and the Whipple procedure. His clinical expertise extends to liver retransplantation, hepatic resection, and biliary reconstruction—procedures he performs with meticulous technical skill and attention to patient safety. He maintains an active research and publication record, contributing extensively to peer-reviewed international journals in his specialty.

Dr. Goyal regularly treats international patients from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, East Africa, and South Asia who seek his expertise in complex liver and pancreatic conditions. He is known for his patient-centric approach, combining advanced surgical techniques with compassionate care. His international training and fluency in English make him an accessible choice for patients traveling to India for transplant surgery and hepatobiliary oncology.

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital is one of India's premier multi-specialty tertiary care centers with NABH accreditation, state-of-the-art transplant facilities, and a dedicated international patient services team. The hospital offers comprehensive pre- and post-operative care, advanced ICU support, and seamless coordination for medical tourists. Its location in New Delhi provides excellent connectivity and a wide range of hospitality options for accompanying family members.

International patients should know that Dr. Goyal's team at Apollo provides detailed pre-operative assessment, transparent cost discussions, and robust follow-up protocols. The hospital's international desk assists with visa documentation, accommodation, and travel coordination. India's regulated medical tourism framework, combined with competitive costs and world-class surgical outcomes, makes treatment with Dr. Goyal an excellent option for patients seeking liver transplant or hepatobiliary cancer surgery abroad.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Neerav Goyal

  • Liver cirrhosis and end-stage liver disease
  • Acute liver failure
  • Hepatocellular carcinoma
  • Bile duct cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Gallbladder cancer
  • Liver retransplantation
  • Pediatric liver disease
  • Living donor complications
  • Hepatolithiasis

Areas of Interest

  • Deceased Donor Liver Transplant
  • Living Donor Liver Transplant
  • Pediatric Liver Transplant
  • Liver Retransplantation
  • Liver Resection/Hepatectomy
  • Complex Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Tumor Surgery
  • Pancreatic Cancer Surgery
  • Biliary Tract Tumor Resection
  • Whipple Procedure
  • Distal Pancreatectomy
  • Biliary Reconstruction
  • Gallbladder Cancer Surgery

Qualifications

  • MBBSArmed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
  • DNB (General Surgery)Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi
  • DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
  • MNAMS
  • Fellowship in Liver Transplant SurgeryChang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
  • FellowshipQueen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK

Work Experience

  • Senior Consultant, Liver Transplant, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Present
  • Head of Department, Liver Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Unit, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Present
  • Fellow, Liver Transplant Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
  • Fellow, Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgery, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Certifications (6)

  • MBBS

    Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune

  • DNB (General Surgery)

    Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi

  • DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)

    Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi

  • MNAMS (Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences)

    National Academy of Medical Sciences, India

  • Fellowship in Liver Transplant Surgery

    Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

  • Fellowship in Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgery

    Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Memberships (4)

  • President-Elect, Liver Transplant Society of India (LTSI), 2026
  • President, Liver Transplant Society of India (LTSI), 2027
  • Member, International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
  • Member, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)

Research Papers & Publications (5)

Outcomes of Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation in Recipients over 65 Years: A Single-Center Experience

Indian Journal of Surgery

Living Donor Liver Transplantation: Assessment of Donor Safety and Long-Term Graft Survival

Journal of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery

Pancreatic Cancer Resection in the Era of Neoadjuvant Therapy: Technical Considerations and Outcomes

Hepatobiliary Surgery and Nutrition

Liver Retransplantation: Indications, Timing, and Surgical Outcomes

Transplant International

Complex Hepatobiliary Reconstruction Following Extended Hepatectomy: Experience from a High-Volume Center

Journal of Surgical Oncology

Procedures

Deceased donor liver transplantation Living donor liver transplantation Pediatric liver transplantation Liver retransplantationHepatic resection and hepatectomyWhipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)Distal pancreatectomyBiliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomyComplex hepatobiliary tumor resectionPancreatic cancer resection

Frequently Asked Questions

International patients can easily book a video consultation with Dr. Goyal through Gaf Healthcare's platform using their website or WhatsApp. Simply fill in your medical details, share relevant scans or reports, and our team will schedule a convenient time. Dr. Goyal provides thorough document review prior to the consultation, allowing him to offer targeted clinical advice. Once you decide on treatment in India, our international patient coordinator at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital will handle all arrangements including visa documentation and travel logistics.