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Best Surgical Gastroenterologists for Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation in India

This page lists 6 deceased donor liver transplantation doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 6 deceased donor liver transplantation doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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

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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
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Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals IndraprasthaHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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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
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Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon Experience: 7+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Ramkiran Reddy Cherukuru

MBBS, MS, MRCS, DNB, PDF
Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology · Specialty: Surgical Gastroenterologist
Rela Hospital Chennai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist
  • Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Rela Hospital, Chennai, India (Present)
  • Post-Doctoral Fellow — Liver Transplantation, Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai (2017)
Expertise & Procedures
  • Liver transplantation
  • Living donor liver transplantation
  • Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
  • Distal pancreatectomy
  • Total gastrectomy
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Surgical Gastroenterologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Rela HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Dr. Supreet Kumar

MBBS, MS, DrNB, Fellowship, FMAS, MMAS HPB
Specialist — Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB & Transplant · Specialty: Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India14+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 14+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon
  • Specialist — Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB & Transplant, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Present
  • Extensive clinical practice in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery, with comprehensive experience in complex gastrointestinal procedures
Expertise & Procedures
  • Liver Transplantation
  • Hepatic Resection and Partial Hepatectomy
  • Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
  • Distal Pancreatectomy with Splenectomy
  • Biliary Reconstruction and Hepaticojejunostomy
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Surgical Gastroenterologist & HPB Surgeon Experience: 14+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Swapnil Sharma

MBBS, MS, DNB, Fellowship
Consultant & Chief Surgeon — Surgical Gastroenterology · Specialty: Hepatobiliary & GI Surgeon
Wockhardt Hospital Mumbai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Hepatobiliary & GI Surgeon
  • Consultant & Chief Surgeon, Surgical Gastroenterology — Wockhardt Hospital, South Mumbai, India — Present
  • Consultant Hepatobiliary & GI Surgeon — Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai — Present
Expertise & Procedures
  • Living donor liver transplantation
  • Deceased donor liver transplantation
  • ABO-incompatible liver transplant
  • Hepatic resection and partial hepatectomy
  • Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
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Hepatobiliary & GI Surgeon Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Wockhardt HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Vasantha Kumar

MBBS, MS, FMAS, MCh, Fellowship in Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation
Associate Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology · Specialty: Surgical Gastroenterologist & Hepatobiliary Surgeon
Rela Hospital Chennai, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist & Hepatobiliary Surgeon
  • Associate Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery & Liver Transplantation, Rela Hospital, Chennai, India (Present)
  • Clinical training in Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Institute of Liver Diseases and Transplantation, Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai, India (2018)
Expertise & Procedures
  • Liver transplantation
  • Liver tumor resection and hepatectomy
  • Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
  • Distal pancreatectomy and total pancreatectomy
  • Pancreas transplantation
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Surgical Gastroenterologist & Hepatobiliary Surgeon Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Rela HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Apollo Hospitals🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$32,000

Apollo Hospitals

Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationSurgical GastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Alok Kumar PandeyDr. Supreet Kumar
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Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Starting 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 transplantationSurgical GastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.7
125 reviews
560+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Amruth Raj
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Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Starting 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 transplantationSurgical GastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.7
108 reviews
450+
Beds
8+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Ramkiran Reddy CherukuruDr. Vasantha Kumar
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Wockhardt Hospital🇮🇳 Mumbai, India
Starting from$32,000

Wockhardt Hospital

Est. 2014
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Deceased donor liver transplantationSurgical GastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Deceased donor liver transplantation
4.4
30 reviews
350+
Beds
12+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Swapnil Sharma
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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 Common

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.

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.

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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.
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