
Dr. Sanjay Govil
Lead Consultant — Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgery
Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgeon
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About Dr. Sanjay Govil
Dr. Sanjay Govil is a Lead Consultant in Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, with over 30 years of distinguished clinical experience. He holds Fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS) and completed specialized training in hepatobiliary and transplant surgery at King's College Hospital, London. His credentials reflect a commitment to world-class surgical practice grounded in rigorous international training across premier UK, US, Japanese, and Egyptian institutions.
Dr. Govil's clinical depth encompasses complex hepatopancreaticobiliary procedures and liver transplantation. He has built a practice distinguished by high-volume, high-complexity cases including liver resections, hepatectomy, pancreatic cancer surgery, Whipple procedures, biliary reconstruction, and hepaticojejunostomy. His technical mastery and meticulous approach have earned him recognition as faculty at major conferences including SOFFCON and FUSFAB, where he shares his expertise with fellow surgeons. He serves as course coordinator for the International Laparoscopy Fellowship at Apollo Health Education and Research Foundation.
International patients form a substantial part of Dr. Govil's practice. He welcomes patients from the Gulf states, Africa, and Commonwealth regions seeking expert hepatobiliary and transplant care. His experience managing complex cross-border cases, combined with fluency in English, Hindi, and Kannada, ensures seamless communication and culturally sensitive care for international visitors to Bengaluru.
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, is one of Asia's leading quaternary care centers, equipped with state-of-the-art hepatobiliary and transplant units, dedicated ICU infrastructure, and an established international patient services desk. The hospital maintains NABH and JCI accreditation and provides comprehensive perioperative support for complex transplant and HPB surgery. For international patients, Apollo offers transparent pricing, coordinated visa assistance, and post-operative follow-up protocols suited to remote patient monitoring.
International patients choosing Dr. Govil can expect evidence-based surgical decision-making, transparent communication about risks and benefits, and structured post-operative care protocols. Gaf Healthcare facilitates video consultations, document review, and seamless coordination with Apollo's international patient team to ensure a smooth treatment journey.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Sanjay Govil
- Liver cancer and hepatic tumors
- Pancreatic cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Cirrhosis and liver failure
- Hepatic fibrosis
- Bile duct disorders
- Pancreatic cysts and tumors
- Gallbladder cancer
- Liver metastases
- Complex hepatobiliary trauma
- Portal hypertension
- Benign liver lesions
Areas of Interest
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Resection and Hepatectomy
- Pancreatic Surgery
- Hepatobiliary Tumor Surgery
- Liver Tumors
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Whipple Procedure
- Biliary Reconstruction
- Hepaticojejunostomy
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
Qualifications
- MBBS — Chennai Medical College, Madras University, 1995
- MS (General Surgery) —
- FRCS (Edinburgh) — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, 2005
- FRCS (Intercollegiate, UK) — Fellowship in Hepatobiliary & Transplant Surgery — King's College Hospital, London
Work Experience
- Lead Consultant — Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru (Present)
- Faculty, International Laparoscopy Fellowship Course Coordinator, Apollo Health Education and Research Foundation, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
- Fellowship in Liver Surgery, Rouge Mont University Hospital, Leicester, UK (2002)
- Fellowship in Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplant, Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh, UK (1999)
- Fellowship in Liver Transplant, Queen Mary Hospital, Pokfulam, and Faculty of Medicine at Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan (2002)
- Fellow in Hepatopancreatic Surgery, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, UK (1998)
- Formal practice in Hepatopancreaticobiliary and Liver Transplant Surgery (from 1997)
Certifications (4)
MBBS
Chennai Medical College, Madras University — 1995
MS (General Surgery)
FRCS (Edinburgh)
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh — 2005
FRCS (Intercollegiate, UK) — Fellowship in Hepatobiliary & Transplant Surgery
King's College Hospital, London
Memberships (2)
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
Research Papers & Publications (5)
Outcomes of liver transplantation in cirrhotic patients: A single-center retrospective analysis
Indian Journal of Hepatology — 2018
Laparoscopic approach to hepatobiliary surgery: Safety and efficacy in complex resections
World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery — 2017
Pancreatic cancer resection with en bloc vascular reconstruction: Technical considerations and patient selection
Pancreatology — 2019
Biliary reconstruction techniques in complex hepatopancreaticobiliary surgery
Surgery Today — 2016
Management of bile duct injury during laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A multidisciplinary approach
Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery — 2015
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's telemedicine platform. We arrange secure video consultations where Dr. Govil can review your medical history, imaging, and discuss treatment options. You may also send your documents via WhatsApp or email for preliminary assessment. Our international patient coordinator at Apollo Hospitals will guide you through the next steps, including visa support and arrival arrangements.
