Best Doctors for Pancreas Transplant in India

Compare 1 surgical gastroenterology specialist in India across 1 hospital, then reach out for a personal consultation.

1 surgical gastroenterology specialist in our India network are listed for pancreas transplant, at 1 hospital, with 20 years of listed experience among them.

This page lists the surgical gastroenterology doctors in our directory for pancreas transplant in India, drawn from hospitals including Rela Hospital. Each listing links through to the doctor's full profile page.

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Dr. Vasantha Kumar Featured
Dr. Vasantha Kumar
MBBS, MS, FMAS, MCh, Fellowship in Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation
Associate Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology · Surgical Gastroenterologist & Hepatobiliary Surgeon
Rela Hospital Chennai, India20+ Years experience

Dr. Vasantha Kumar is an Associate Consultant in Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery, and Liver Transplantation at Rela Hospital in Chennai. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, he has built a reputation for excellence in managing complex liver, pancreatic, and biliary conditions. His academic credentials span prestigious Indian medical institutions: MBBS from Stanley Medical College (2005), MS in General Surgery from Madurai Medical College (2009), fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (2012), MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology from Bangalore Medical College (2016), and a specialized fellowship in Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation from the Institute of Liver Diseases and Transplantation at Gleneagles Global Health City (2018). Dr. Kumar's clinical expertise encompasses the full spectrum of complex abdominal surgery. He regularly performs liver transplants, liver tumor resections, Whipple procedures for pancreatic cancer, pancreatectomy, pancreas transplantation, and simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplants. His proficiency extends to minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques, which allow him to deliver precise outcomes with reduced patient recovery time. He also brings deep expertise in abdominal trauma surgery, managing acute and complex surgical emergencies with the skill that comes from decades of high-volume practice. Dr. Kumar treats a substantial international patient population, welcoming patients from the Gulf Cooperation Council states, East Africa, and South Asian countries seeking world-class transplant and HPB surgical care. He recognizes the unique needs of medical tourists and provides comprehensive pre-operative consultation, multilingual support in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and detailed post-operative guidance to ensure seamless treatment experiences. Rela Hospital, where Dr. Kumar practices, is one of India's premier liver transplant centers and is recognized for its advanced surgical facilities, critical care infrastructure, and international patient support services. The hospital's focus on transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery aligns perfectly with Dr. Kumar's specialization. International patients choosing Rela Hospital benefit from NABH accreditation, experienced anesthesia and nursing teams trained in global standards, and a dedicated medical tourism office. For patients seeking specialized hepatobiliary or transplant surgery in India, Dr. Kumar represents a trusted blend of advanced technical skill, extensive experience, and patient-centered care.

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About the Procedure

Pancreas Transplant — Treatment Overview

Pancreas transplant — performed alone or together with a kidney transplant (SPK) for patients with type 1 diabetes and kidney failure — is a major, highly specialised procedure requiring extensive donor matching, transplant surgery and long-term immunosuppression. It is one of the longest-stay procedures in this specialty.

Pancreas Transplant (with or without Kidney)

Surgical placement of a donor pancreas (and, for SPK, a donor kidney), following extensive tissue-matching and pre-transplant clearance.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $2,000 – $3,500

CBC, LFT, KFT, HbA1c, C-peptide, tissue typing / HLA matching, cardiac evaluation, viral serology, CT angiography, dental and psychological clearance.

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $35,000 – $55,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~5–7 days
Hospitalisation: ~21–28 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~30+ days recommended
Total stay: approx 60 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Pre-transplant workup and clearance
  • Donor matching coordination
  • Transplant surgery
  • ICU stay
  • Hospital admission and nursing care
  • Anaesthesiologist and OT fees
  • Initial immunosuppression medication during hospital stay
  • Transplant team follow-up before discharge

Usually Not Included

  • Lifelong immunosuppressant medication after discharge
  • Travel and accommodation
  • Visa processing and travel insurance
  • Donor organ procurement/allocation fees, where applicable
  • Long-term monitoring after returning home

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 we selected these doctors

A doctor appears on this page when their listed specialty maps to Surgical Gastroenterology and their profile names pancreas transplant (or a matching term) among the procedures they perform. Doctors are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows years of listed experience (highest first), the same field shown on each doctor's profile. This page does not display aggregate star ratings.

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