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About Deceased donor liver transplantation doctors in India
This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.
Deceased donor liver transplantation doctors
FeaturedDr. Arvinder Singh Soin
MBBS, MS (Surgery), Primary FRCS, FRCS (Edinburgh), FRCS (Glasgow), FRCS (Gen Surg)
Chairman — Liver Transplant · Specialty: Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
Medanta – The Medicity Gurugram, India36+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 36+ years of experience in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
- Chairman — Liver Transplant, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram (2009 – Present)
- Founder and Head — Liver Transplant Programme, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Living donor liver transplantation (LDLT)
- Deceased donor liver transplantation (DDLT)
- ABO-incompatible liver transplantation
- Split liver transplantation
- Paediatric liver transplantation
Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon Experience: 36+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta – The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Aditya Kunte
MBBS, MS, MCh, Fellowship in HPB Oncology, Fellowship in Liver Transplantation
Consultant Surgical Oncologist & HPB Surgeon · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist & HPB Surgeon
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist & HPB Surgeon
- Consultant Surgical Oncologist & HPB Surgeon, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, India — Present
- Trained at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai — India's premier cancer centre for advanced surgical oncology
Expertise & Procedures
- Hepatic resection for liver cancer
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy for pancreatic cancer
- Bile duct resection and reconstruction
- Cholecystectomy for gallbladder cancer
- Gastrectomy for gastric cancer
Surgical Oncologist & HPB Surgeon Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Alok Kumar Pandey
MBBS, MS, DRNB, Fellowship
Senior Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepatopancreatobiliary & Transplant · Specialty: Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha New Delhi, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 13+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Gastroenterology & HPB Surgery, Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, New Delhi, Present
- Consultant Surgeon, Hepatobiliary and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, New Delhi, 13+ years in current specialty
Expertise & Procedures
- Liver resection and partial hepatectomy
- Deceased donor liver transplantation
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure)
- Distal pancreatectomy with splenectomy
- Colorectal resection and anastomosis
Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals IndraprasthaHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Amit Jha
MBBS, MD (Anaesthesia)
Senior Consultant & Head — Liver Transplant & GI Surgery Anaesthesia · Specialty: Liver Transplant Anaesthesiologist
Paras Hospitals Gurugram, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Liver Transplant Anaesthesiologist
- Senior Consultant & Head – Liver Transplant & GI Surgery Anaesthesia, Paras Hospitals, Gurugram
- Specialist in Transplant Anaesthesia – Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery unit, Paras Hospitals, Gurugram
Expertise & Procedures
- Liver transplant anaesthesia and perioperative management
- Deceased donor liver transplant
- Living donor liver transplant
- Pediatric liver transplant
- Liver retransplantation
Liver Transplant Anaesthesiologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Paras HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Amruth Raj
MBBS, MS, DNB, MCh, Fellowship in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Fellowship in Robotic Surgery, FICS
Consultant — GI, HPB, Liver Transplant & Robotic Surgery · Specialty: Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India7+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 7+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon
- Consultant — GI, HPB, Liver Transplant & Robotic Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai — Present
- Fellowship in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation at Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
Expertise & Procedures
- Deceased donor liver transplantation
- Hepatic resection and partial hepatectomy
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal pancreatectomy
- Biliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomy
Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon Experience: 7+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Anubhav
MBBS, MS, MCh
Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery & Liver Transplant · Specialty: Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgeon & Liver Transplant Specialist
Marengo Asia Hospitals Gurugram, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgeon & Liver Transplant Specialist
- Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery & Liver Transplant, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram
- Consultant — Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Faridabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Live Donor Liver Transplant
- Deceased Donor Liver Transplant
- ABO-Incompatible Liver Transplant
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Major Hepatic Resection & Hepatectomy
Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgeon & Liver Transplant Specialist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Marengo Asia HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Anurag Shrimal
MBBS, MS, DNB, MNAMS, FASTS
Senior Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology & Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery · Specialty: Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
Gleneagles Global Hospitals Mumbai, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 20+ years of experience in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
- Senior Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology & Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Mumbai
- Senior Consultant, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai
Expertise & Procedures
- Liver Transplantation
- Living Donor Liver Transplant
- Pediatric Liver Transplant
- Minimally Invasive Donor Hepatectomy
- Robotic Liver Surgery
Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Global HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Arul Kumar S
MBBS, MS in General Surgery, Fellowship in HPB Surgery, Fellowship in Liver Transplantation
Associate Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology · Specialty: Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgeon
Rela Hospital Chennai, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgeon
- Associate Consultant, Department of Surgical Gastroenterology and HPB Surgery, Rela Hospital, Chennai (Present)
- Training in HPB Surgery, Christian Medical College, Vellore (2014–2016)
Expertise & Procedures
- Live donor liver transplantation
- Deceased donor liver transplant
- Hilar cholangiocarcinoma resection
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Complex liver resections
Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgeon Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Rela HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Chethan C M
MBBS, MS in General Surgery, MCh in HPB Surgery
Consultant — HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon · Specialty: HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon
- Consultant — HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, India (Present)
- Senior surgical practitioner with 18+ years of experience in hepato-pancreato-biliary and liver transplant surgery
Expertise & Procedures
- Liver Resection and Hepatectomy
- Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation
- ABO-compatible and ABO-incompatible Liver Transplant
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal Pancreatectomy
HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Dheeraj Manchanda
MBBS, MS, Fellowship, Fellowship
Associate Consultant — HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation · Specialty: Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon
- Associate Consultant, HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (Present)
- Institute for Digestive and Liver Diseases, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (Present)
Expertise & Procedures
- Liver resection and hepatectomy
- Deceased donor liver transplantation
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal pancreatectomy
- Biliary reconstruction and hepaticojejunostomy
Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryOrthopedicsOncology
2+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Paras Hospitals
Est. 2006
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.4
59 reviews
300+
Beds
20+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.7
125 reviews
560+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Sector 56, Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Marengo Asia Hospitals Gurgaon
Est. 1995
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.4
103 reviews
110+
Beds
31+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre
Est. 2018
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.7
108 reviews
450+
Beds
8+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$32,000
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
6+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$32,000
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for liver cirrhosis treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Deceased donor liver transplantation?
Deceased donor liver transplantation is a major surgical procedure in which a diseased, cirrhotic, or failing liver is replaced with a healthy liver retrieved from a brain-dead (deceased) donor. It is recommended for patients with end-stage liver cirrhosis, acute liver failure, or certain liver cancers who do not have a suitable living donor. This procedure offers a definitive cure for liver failure and significantly improves long-term survival and quality of life.
Who may be considered?
Deceased donor liver transplantation may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
The entire liver from a deceased donor is transplanted into the recipient after removal of the diseased liver, performed in a specialized transplant ICU-equipped hospital.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Whole Organ Deceased Donor Liver Transplant
Most CommonThe entire liver from a deceased donor is transplanted into the recipient after removal of the diseased liver, performed in a specialized transplant ICU-equipped hospital.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $1,500 - $3,000
CBC, liver function tests, kidney function tests, coagulation profile, viral markers (Hepatitis B/C, HIV), blood grouping and cross-matching, CT abdomen with angiography, echocardiogram, ECG, chest X-ray, pulmonary function test, tumor markers (AFP), MELD score assessment
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $32,000 - $42,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~7-10 days
Hospitalisation: ~21-28 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~90 days recommended
Total stay: approx 30-40 days in India (excludes deceased donor waitlist period)
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Pre-transplant evaluation and MELD scoring
- Deceased donor organ allocation and procurement coordination
- Surgeon, anesthetist, and transplant team fees
- ICU stay and standard hospital room
- Immunosuppressant medication during hospital stay
- Routine post-op monitoring and lab tests
Usually Not Included
- Long-term immunosuppressant medication after discharge
- Deceased donor waitlist waiting period accommodation
- Attendant visa, travel, and lodging
- Treatment of post-transplant complications beyond standard protocol
- Follow-up visits after returning to home country
Recovery and follow-up
Patients typically remain hospitalized for several weeks post-transplant with close monitoring in the ICU followed by a ward stay, and are advised to remain in India for 2-3 months for follow-up visits, immunosuppression titration, and monitoring for rejection or infection. Lifelong immunosuppressant therapy and periodic liver function monitoring are required after returning home.
Risks
As a major transplant surgery, risks include organ rejection, bleeding, infection, bile duct or vascular complications, and side effects of long-term immunosuppression such as increased susceptibility to infections. Waiting time for a matched deceased donor organ can also be unpredictable and medically critical.
Alternatives
For eligible patients with a willing and medically compatible family member, living donor liver transplantation may offer a faster alternative without waiting for a deceased donor. In select early-stage cases, other liver-directed therapies or medical management of cirrhosis complications may be considered as a bridge to transplant.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Recent liver function tests and MELD/Child-Pugh score
- Abdominal CT or MRI with contrast
- Doppler ultrasound of liver and portal vessels
- Complete blood count and coagulation profile
- Viral hepatitis and HIV screening reports
- Cardiac evaluation (ECG, echocardiogram)
- Blood group and tissue typing report
- Previous discharge summaries and treatment history
Patient information needed
- Current symptoms and stage of liver disease
- Underlying cause of liver failure (cirrhosis, hepatitis, cancer, etc.)
- Complete list of current medications and dosages
- History of prior surgeries or liver-related procedures
- Any existing kidney, heart, or lung conditions
- Blood group and known allergies
- Availability of an accompanying caregiver during travel
- Passport copy and preferred travel timeline
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Deceased donor liver transplantation) and procedure (Deceased donor liver transplantation) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Deceased donor liver transplantation in India
What is Liver cirrhosis?
Liver cirrhosis is a chronic condition characterised by widespread fibrosis (scarring) of the liver that disrupts its normal structure and progressively reduces its ability to function. It represents the end stage of many chronic liver diseases and ranges in severity from compensated (few or no symptoms) to decompensated (active complications).
What are the symptoms and health risks of Liver cirrhosis?
In the earlier, compensated stage many people have no obvious symptoms, or only non-specific ones such as fatigue, mild abdominal discomfort, or unexplained weight loss. As the disease progresses, symptoms can include jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), swelling of the abdomen or legs, easy bruising or bleeding, confusion or difficulty concentrating, and dark urine. These symptoms overlap with many other conditions, and experiencing them does not confirm a diagnosis of cirrhosis—formal clinical assessment is required.
How is Liver cirrhosis diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically involves blood tests assessing liver function, platelet count, and markers of synthetic function (such as albumin, bilirubin, and prothrombin time), alongside imaging studies such as ultrasound, CT, or MRI to evaluate liver texture, size, and portal blood flow. Non-invasive tools such as transient elastography (FibroScan) can quantify liver stiffness as a proxy for fibrosis, and in some cases a liver biopsy is performed to confirm the extent of scarring. Severity is commonly stratified using validated scoring systems such as the Child-Pugh score and the Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) score, which guide prognosis and treatment decisions.
How is Liver cirrhosis treated?
Treatment depends on the underlying cause of cirrhosis, its severity as indicated by scoring systems like MELD or Child-Pugh, and the presence or absence of complications. For patients with compensated cirrhosis, the priority is addressing the root cause—such as antiviral therapy for hepatitis B or C, alcohol cessation, or management of metabolic liver disease—alongside close monitoring to detect complications early. In decompensated cirrhosis or end-stage liver failure, procedural interventions including liver transplantation may be the most appropriate or only curative option; a qualified specialist will assess eligibility based on individual clinical criteria.
Can Liver cirrhosis be treated without a procedure?
Non-surgical management plays a central role in compensated cirrhosis and includes treating the underlying cause (e.g., antiviral medications, immunosuppressants for autoimmune hepatitis), dietary modifications, diuretics to manage ascites, beta-blockers to reduce the risk of variceal bleeding, and endoscopic procedures such as band ligation for varices. Regular surveillance with ultrasound and blood tests is recommended to monitor for progression and early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma. However, once cirrhosis reaches advanced decompensation or liver failure, non-surgical measures are generally supportive rather than curative, and transplantation evaluation becomes necessary.
When is Deceased donor liver transplantation considered for Liver cirrhosis?
Deceased donor liver transplantation may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Liver cirrhosis?
Liver cirrhosis is typically managed by a hepatologist or a gastroenterologist with subspecialty expertise in liver disease; in cases being evaluated for liver transplantation, a hepatobiliary or transplant surgeon becomes a central member of the multidisciplinary team. Depending on complications, input from interventional radiologists, nutritionists, and specialist nurses may also be part of coordinated care.
How do I choose a doctor for Liver cirrhosis?
When selecting a specialist or centre for liver cirrhosis, it is worth comparing experience with your specific underlying cause, the availability of a dedicated multidisciplinary liver team (including hepatologists, transplant surgeons, and interventional radiologists), and the centre's transplant volume and outcomes where transplantation is a possibility. Continuity of follow-up care—including regular monitoring, access to emergency management of complications, and coordination with your home-country physician—is an equally important practical consideration.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.