
Dr. Niteen Kumar
Associate Director — HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation
Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon & Liver Transplant Specialist
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About Dr. Niteen Kumar
Dr. Niteen Kumar is Associate Director of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery and Liver Transplantation at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital in New Delhi, one of India's premier multi-speciality healthcare centres. With over 15 years of dedicated clinical experience, he has established himself as a trusted expert in managing complex diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary system. His educational credentials include MBBS, MS in General Surgery, and MCh in HPB Surgery, providing him with comprehensive surgical training across multiple specialties.
Dr. Kumar's clinical practice encompasses a wide spectrum of advanced hepatobiliary and transplant procedures. He specialises in liver resections and hepatectomy, liver transplantation, and surgical management of liver tumours including complex HPB malignancies. His expertise extends to pancreatic cancer surgery, the Whipple procedure for periampullary tumours, distal pancreatectomy, and biliary tract reconstruction. He is equally proficient in laparoscopic and open approaches, tailoring each procedure to the patient's anatomy and disease stage. His high case volumes and meticulous surgical technique have earned him recognition among peers and patients alike.
International patients—particularly from the Gulf region, North Africa, and South Asia—trust Dr. Kumar for their most complex hepatobiliary and transplant conditions. He has developed a patient-centric approach that combines technical excellence with compassionate care, ensuring that patients from diverse backgrounds feel confident and supported throughout their treatment journey. His fluency in English and Hindi facilitates smooth communication with international patient cohorts. BLK-Max provides comprehensive pre-operative assessment, dedicated international patient services, and structured follow-up protocols that international patients expect.
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital stands out as a JCI-accredited institution with state-of-the-art operating theatres, advanced imaging facilities, and dedicated HPB and transplant units staffed by experienced nursing and ancillary teams. The hospital's robust infrastructure, emergency ICU capacity, and multimodal imaging support (CT, MRI, ERCP) make it a preferred destination for complex hepatobiliary and transplant cases. Patients benefit from evidence-based protocols, infection control standards, and transparent cost structures.
International patients seeking liver transplantation or complex HPB surgery should know that India offers world-renowned transplant outcomes at a fraction of Western costs, and BLK-Max in Delhi combines ethical transplant practices with regulatory compliance. Dr. Kumar's position as a Life Member of the International Hepatopancreaticobiliary Association and International Liver Transplant Society underscores his commitment to global surgical standards.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Niteen Kumar
- Liver cancer and hepatocellular carcinoma
- Cirrhosis and end-stage liver disease
- Pancreatic cancer
- Biliary tract cancers and cholangiocarcinoma
- Gallbladder cancer
- Liver transplant candidates
- Benign liver tumours and cysts
- Pancreatic cystic neoplasms
- Periampullary tumours
- Hepatic fibrosis and portal hypertension
Areas of Interest
- Liver Resection and Hepatectomy
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Tumors Surgery
- Whipple Procedure
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Pancreatic Cancer Surgery
- Periampullary Tumor Resection
- Biliary Reconstruction
- Biliary Tract Tumor Resection
- Complex HPB Tumor Surgery
- Gallbladder Cancer Surgery
- Hepaticojejunostomy
Qualifications
- MBBS —
- MS — General Surgery
- MCh — HPB Surgery
Work Experience
- Associate Director, HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi — Present
- Senior consultant and leadership roles in HPB surgery and transplantation across leading Indian institutions — 15+ years total experience
Certifications (6)
MBBS
Medical degree
MS in General Surgery
Postgraduate surgical qualification
MCh in HPB Surgery
Specialty qualification in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery
Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India
ASI
Life Member, International Hepatopancreaticobiliary Association
IHPBA
Life Member, International Liver Transplant Society
ILTS
Memberships (4)
- Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Life Member, International Hepatopancreaticobiliary Association (IHPBA)
- Life Member, International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS)
- Delhi Medical Council
Research Papers & Publications (5)
Outcomes of complex liver resection in hepatocellular carcinoma: a single-centre experience
Indian Journal of Surgery —
Living donor liver transplantation: patient selection and long-term graft survival
Hepatology International —
Pancreaticoduodenectomy for periampullary malignancies: technical considerations and morbidity reduction
Journal of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Sciences —
Biliary reconstruction following hepatic resection: a systematic review
World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery —
Management of cholangiocarcinoma: multimodal approach and outcomes
Indian Journal of Gastroenterology —
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's online platform or by contacting our dedicated international patient team via WhatsApp, email, or phone. We offer video consultations, medical record review, and pre-consultation imaging assessment. Once you submit your documents and imaging, Dr. Kumar's team will evaluate your case and propose a treatment plan within 48–72 hours. Gaf Healthcare handles all logistics, visa assistance, and hospital coordination.
