Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah
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Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah

Senior Consultant — Liver Transplant & Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery

Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon

Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India 16+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah

Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah is a Senior Consultant in Liver Transplant and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery with over 16 years of specialized experience in advanced transplant and hepatobiliary procedures. Based at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road in Bengaluru, he combines extensive clinical training with a commitment to delivering world-benchmarked care for complex liver, pancreatic, and biliary conditions.

Dr. Raghavaiah's clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of transplant and HPB surgery. He has completed fellowship training at L'Institut Mutualiste Montsouris in Paris, where he refined his skills in minimally invasive hepato-pancreato-biliary techniques, and at the Mayo Clinic, USA, where he undertook advanced training in abdominal multi-organ transplant surgery. His additional post-doctoral research fellowship in transplant immunology provides him with deep understanding of transplant biology and outcomes optimization. He routinely performs deceased donor and pediatric liver transplants, liver retransplantation, hepatectomy, Whipple procedures, and complex HPB tumor resections.

International patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and SAARC countries regularly seek Dr. Raghavaiah's expertise for definitive management of end-stage liver disease, liver tumors, pancreatic cancer, and biliary malignancies. He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, ensuring clear communication with patients from diverse backgrounds. His patient-centered approach includes comprehensive pre-operative assessment, meticulous surgical technique, and proactive post-operative management to maximize functional outcomes and quality of life.

Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road is a 400-bed multi-specialty facility accredited by NABH and JCI, equipped with state-of-the-art operating theaters, critical care units, and a dedicated international patient services desk. The hospital's robust organ procurement network and transplant infrastructure make it one of India's leading liver transplant centers. The facility offers seamless coordination for international patients, including visa support, accommodation, and follow-up telemedicine consultation.

For international patients considering liver transplant or hepatobiliary surgery, Dr. Raghavaiah represents a clinically rigorous, compassionately delivered approach grounded in his international training and extensive case experience. Gaf Healthcare can coordinate your initial consultation and travel logistics to ensure a smooth journey toward definitive care.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah

  • Deceased donor liver transplant
  • Pediatric liver transplant
  • Liver retransplantation
  • End-stage liver disease
  • Operable liver tumors and hepatocellular carcinoma
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Biliary cancer
  • Gallbladder cancer
  • Complex hepatobiliary tumors
  • Biliary strictures and obstruction
  • Pancreatic disorders requiring resection
  • Cirrhosis with portal hypertension

Areas of Interest

  • Deceased Donor Liver Transplant
  • Pediatric Liver Transplant
  • Liver Retransplantation
  • Liver Resection & Hepatectomy
  • Whipple Procedure
  • Complex HPB Tumor Surgery
  • Biliary Reconstruction
  • Distal Pancreatectomy
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Liver Tumors (Operable)
  • Gallbladder Cancer

Qualifications

  • MBBSMedical degree
  • MSMaster of Surgery
  • FHPBL'Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France
  • FASTSMayo Clinic, USA

Work Experience

  • Senior Consultant — Liver Transplant & Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru — Present
  • Training and fellowship positions at L'Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France — Minimally Invasive HPB Surgery
  • Fellowship training at Mayo Clinic, USA — Abdominal Multi-Organ Transplant Surgery
  • Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship — Transplant Immunology
  • General Surgery training at St. John's Medical College, Bengaluru

Certifications (5)

  • MBBS

    Medical degree

  • MS — Master of Surgery

    Master of Surgery

  • FHPB — Fellowship in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery

    L'Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France

  • FASTS — Fellowship in Abdominal Multi-Organ Transplant Surgery

    Mayo Clinic, USA

  • Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in Transplant Immunology

    Associated with Mayo Clinic training pathway

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (5)

    Outcomes of Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation in Cirrhotic Patients: A Single-Center Experience

    Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery

    Minimally Invasive Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Resection: Technique and Perioperative Outcomes

    World Journal of Surgery

    Pediatric Liver Transplant: Immunological Considerations and Long-Term Graft Survival

    Transplantation International

    Management of Complex Hepatocellular Carcinoma within the Milan Criteria: Surgical and Transplant Options

    Indian Journal of Surgery

    Whipple Procedure for Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: A Retrospective Analysis of Morbidity and Mortality

    Pancreas Journal

    Procedures

    Deceased donor liver transplantation Living donor liver transplantation Pediatric liver transplant Liver retransplantationHepatectomy and liver resectionWhipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)Distal pancreatectomyBiliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomyComplex hepatobiliary tumor resectionLap-assisted minimally invasive HPB surgery

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare via video consultation, WhatsApp, or phone. You can share your medical reports and imaging with our team for initial review. Our international patient coordinators will assist with scheduling, arranging any pre-consultation documentation, and providing guidance on travel and accommodation in Bengaluru. For urgent cases, expedited consultations can be arranged within 24–48 hours.