Dr. Sanjiv Saigal
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Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

Vice Chairman & Head of Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine

Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Specialist

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India 30+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

Dr. Sanjiv Saigal is a distinguished hepatologist and liver transplant specialist serving as Vice Chairman and Head of Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine at Max Super Speciality Hospital in Saket, New Delhi. With over 30 years of clinical experience and more than 3,400 liver transplants to his credit, Dr. Saigal stands as one of India's most accomplished physicians in hepatobiliary medicine and transplantation. His career reflects a deep commitment to advancing the field through both clinical excellence and educational leadership.

Dr. Saigal's clinical expertise encompasses the full spectrum of liver diseases and conditions. He specializes in managing liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension, hepatocellular carcinoma, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and chronic viral hepatitis (both types B and C). His surgical competence extends to deceased donor liver transplantation and liver retransplantation, procedures he performs with meticulous precision. His comprehensive training across prestigious institutions—including postgraduate studies at PGI Chandigarh, GB Pant Hospital Delhi, and Royal College of Physicians Edinburgh—combined with his prolific research output of over 125 indexed publications, demonstrates his mastery of both clinical practice and translational science.

International patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and Central Asia regularly seek Dr. Saigal's care for complex liver conditions and transplant evaluation. His fluency in English and Hindi, combined with his extensive experience managing diverse patient populations, ensures that international patients receive personalized, culturally sensitive care. Many patients appreciate his detailed explanations and evidence-based approach to treatment planning, particularly those traveling from neighboring countries for specialist evaluation and transplant procedures.

Max Super Speciality Hospital in Saket is a premier tertiary-care facility equipped with state-of-the-art transplant infrastructure, world-class ICU facilities, and a dedicated international patient services team. The hospital's commitment to transplant excellence, robust post-operative care protocols, and comprehensive hepatology services make it an ideal destination for patients requiring advanced liver care. Dr. Saigal leads a multidisciplinary transplant team that includes hepatic surgeons, anesthesiologists, and specialized nurses trained in transplant medicine.

International patients considering liver disease treatment or transplant evaluation in India will find in Dr. Saigal a trusted specialist with three decades of refinement in diagnosis, medical management, and transplantation. His leadership role in the Liver Transplantation Society of India and membership in the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases ensures he remains at the forefront of global best practices. Treatment at Max Hospital, under Dr. Saigal's care, combines Indian expertise with international standards at a fraction of costs found in Western centers.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Portal Hypertension
  • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
  • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Chronic Hepatitis B
  • Chronic Hepatitis C
  • Autoimmune Liver Diseases
  • Drug-Induced Liver Disease
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Liver Failure

Areas of Interest

  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Portal Hypertension
  • Liver Cancer
  • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Chronic Hepatitis B
  • Chronic Hepatitis C
  • Autoimmune Liver Diseases Management
  • Deceased Donor Liver Transplant
  • Liver Retransplantation
  • Viral Hepatitis Management

Qualifications

  • MBBSCalcutta University, 1989
  • MD (Medicine)PGI Chandigarh, 1994
  • DNB (Gastroenterology)NBE, Delhi, 1996
  • DM (Gastroenterology)GB Pant, Delhi, 1998
  • MRCPRoyal College of Physicians, Edinburgh, UK, 1999
  • CCST (Gastroenterology)UK, 2005

Work Experience

  • Vice Chairman & Head of Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine — Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, Present
  • Senior Consultant Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Specialist — Max Hospital, Gurugram
  • Postgraduate training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology — PGI Chandigarh, GB Pant Hospital New Delhi, and UK institutions
  • Senior physician with 30+ years of experience in hepatobiliary medicine, liver disease management, and transplantation

Certifications (6)

  • MBBS (Gold Medalist)

    Calcutta University — 1989

  • MD (Medicine)

    PGI Chandigarh — 1994

  • DNB (Gastroenterology)

    National Board of Examinations, Delhi — 1996

  • DM (Gastroenterology)

    GB Pant Hospital, Delhi — 1998

  • MRCP

    Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh, UK — 1999

  • CCST (Gastroenterology)

    UK — 2005

Memberships (11)

  • American Association for The Study of Liver Diseases
  • Founder Member — Liver Transplantation Society of India
  • Vice President (2020) — Liver Transplantation Society of India
  • Education Committee Member — International Liver Transplantation Society
  • Asia Pacific Association for the Study of Liver (APASL)
  • Governing Council Member — Indian Association for the Study of Liver (2011–2013)
  • National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), New Delhi
  • Life Member — Indian Association for Study of Liver
  • Life Member — Indian Society of Gastroenterology
  • Life Member — Congress of Asian Society of Transplantation
  • Life Member — Indian Medical Association

Research Papers & Publications (5)

Management of Portal Hypertension in Cirrhosis: Outcomes and Safety Profile

Indian Journal of Gastroenterology2018

Liver Transplantation in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Indications and Long-Term Outcomes

Transplantation2016

Hepatocellular Carcinoma Surveillance in Chronic Liver Disease: A Prospective Cohort Study

Journal of Hepatology2019

Immunosuppression Strategy in Liver Retransplantation: Single-Center Experience

World Journal of Transplantation2017

Viral Hepatitis B and C in Transplant Candidates: Risk Stratification and Management

Liver International2015

Procedures

Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation Liver RetransplantationLiving Donor Liver Transplant Evaluation Endoscopic Variceal Ligation for Portal HypertensionTIPS Procedure Evaluation and ManagementHepatocellular Carcinoma Assessment and Treatment PlanningLiver Biopsy and Fibrosis StagingManagement of Fulminant Hepatic FailureComplex Cirrhosis Case ManagementAntiviral Therapy for Chronic Hepatitis

Frequently Asked Questions

International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated booking platform. We offer both in-person appointments at Max Super Speciality Hospital in New Delhi and video consultations via secure video call. Patients can also communicate via WhatsApp, email, or phone to discuss their medical reports and arrange a convenient time. Our international patient coordinators assist with documentation review, travel arrangements, and all logistical support needed for a seamless experience.