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Dr. Chirag Desai

Hepatologist

, Ahmedabad, India

33 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 

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Dr Chirag Desai is one of the top Surgical Gastroenterologist & GI Oncosurgeon in Ahmedabad, India. The doctor holds over 28 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital International Limited.

Association and Memberships Dr. Chirag Desai is part of:

  • Ahmedabad Surgeons Association
  • Gujarat State Surgeon?s Association
  • Gujarat Gastroenterology Society
  • Association of Surgeons of India ? ASI
  • Indian Association of Gastrointestinal EndoSurgeons ? IAGES

Certifications :

  • Specialist Registrar, Upper GI Surgery at The North Middlesex Hospital, London.Specialist Registrar, HepatoPancreaticoBiliary and Liver Transplant Surgery at B R Davidson and Mr K Rolles. The Royal Free Hospital, London

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital, Prabhat Chowk, 61, Ghatlodiya, Chanakyapuri, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Chirag Desai?

  • Dr Chirag Desai is an esteemed surgical gastroenterologist and GI oncosurgeon with expertise in performing surgeries for cancer of the liver, intestine, gall bladder and pancreas. He has the requisite skills to perform robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
  • Dr Chirag Desai has contributed significantly to the field of gastroenterology. He is a pioneer of liver transplant in Gujarat (India) and performed the first living donor and pediatric liver transplant in the state. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
  • For his notable contributions to the field of gastroenterology and liver transplant, Dr Desai has been bestowed with several awards. These include the "Medical Luminaries Award" by Divya Bhaskar in 2018 and the "Whitecoat Wizards Award" by the Times of India in 2019. Dr Chirag was also awarded a Travel Fellowship by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow to the Asan Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea.
  • He was the President of the Gujarat Gastroenterology Society and Treasurer of the International Hepato-Pancreato Biliary Association-India Chapter. Since 2015, he is serving as the President of the Society of Hepatobiliary Surgeons, Ahmedabad. Dr Desai is a part of many organizations such as the Association of Surgeons of India and the Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia(ELSA) and the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India(AMASI).
  • Dr Chirag Desai attends conferences and workshops regularly to improve his skills and knowledge such as the North Gujarat Surgeons Conference with Live Workshop in January 2003 and the Annual Conference of IHPBA, India in 2016.
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Dr. Lakshman S Khiria

Hepatologist

, Ahmedabad, India

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 

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Dr Lakshman S Khiria is one of the most skillful Surgical Gastroenterologist in Ahmedabad, India. The medical specialist holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital International Limited.

Certifications :

  • Obtained fellowship in hepato-pancreatico-biliary (HPB) and liver transplantation surgery from Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS General Surgery
  • MCh Surgical Gastroenterology/GI Surgery

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital, Prabhat Chowk, 61, Ghatlodiya, Chanakyapuri, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Liver Transplant Surgeons from other cities?
Which are some of the best hospitals Liver Transplant Surgeons in Ahmedabad, India are associated with?

Following are some of the best clinics in Ahmedabad, India with whom Liver Transplant Surgeons are associated with:

Which are some of the procedures performed by Liver Transplant Surgeons in Ahmedabad, India?

Most common procedures performed by liver transplant surgeons in Ahmedabad are:

Which are some of the conditions treated by Liver Transplant Surgeon in Ahmedabad, India?

Most common conditions performed by liver transplant surgeons in Ahmedabad, India are:

  • Hemochromatosis. Biliary Atresia
  • Alcoholic Liver Disease
  • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
  • Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
  • Wilson's Disease
  • Liver Failure
Who is a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

A liver transplant surgeon is a doctor who is trained in replacing a diseased liver with a healthy liver of another person. A whole liver might be transplanted, or only a part of it. In most of the cases the healthy liver comes from a donor who has just died. A healthy living person, sometimes, will donate part of their healthy liver. A living donor may be a family member. Or it may be someone who is not related to you but whose blood type is a good match. Liver transplant surgeons recommend as well as perform liver transplant surgery on patients who have severe complications due to end-stage chronic liver diseases. Liver transplant is also a suitable option in the cases of sudden liver failure.

What are the qualifications of a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

A person aspiring to become a liver transplant surgeon needs to qualify the medical entrance exam to get into a medical school. Once the candidate clears the entrance test, he/she completes a five-and-a-half-year programme (MBBS). Then, they go for a three-year MS course to specialise in surgery. They then complete a general residency like any other doctor. Finally, they have to complete an additional three years of a liver transplant surgery fellowship. After this, they become certified transplant surgeons.

What conditions do Liver Transplant Surgeons treat?

Liver Transplant Surgeons can treat a wide variety of liver conditions. Some common conditions treated by them are listed below:

  • Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
  • Wilson's Disease
  • Liver Failure
  • Hemochromatosis
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
  • Alcoholic Liver Disease
  • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatitis B
  • Autoimmune hepatitis
  • Primary sclerosing cholangitis
  • Alcoholic liver disease.
  • Non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis
  • Fatty liver disease
  • Primary liver cancers
  • Primary biliary cirrhosis
  • Acute liver disease
  • Polycystic disease
  • Wilson’s disease
  • Hemochromatosis
  • Veno-occlusive disease
What diagnostic tests are required by Liver Transplant Surgeons?

Liver Transplant Surgeons would want to review all your medical records, X-rays, operative reports, liver biopsy slides, and a list of medications at your initial evaluation. To update previous tests, some of the following studies are generally performed during your evaluation:

  • Doppler ultrasound: Used to determine if the blood vessels to and from the liver are open.
  • Computed tomography (CT scan): Used to get pictures showing liver size and shape, any liver lesions, and blood supply. A chest CT scan might also be required.
  • Echocardiogram and stress testing to evaluate your heart condition.
  • Pulmonary function studies to assess the lungs' ability to exchange carbon dioxide and oxygen.
  • Blood tests to find out blood type, biochemical status of blood, clotting ability, and to measure liver function.
  • Serology screening
When should you visit a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

Your physician will tell you to visit a liver transplant surgeon if you experience any of the following signs and symptoms:

  • Jaundice
  • Ascites (fluid in the abdomen)
  • Hepatic encephalopathy (confusion or even coma)
  • Bleeding in the upper as well as lower gastrointestinal tract from varices
  • Itching, pale stools, dark urine, chills, fluid buildup in the belly, and pain
  • Enlarged liver
  • Portal hypertension
  • Buildup of toxins in the blood
What can you expect from your first visit with a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

If your primary care physician has recommended you to see a Liver Transplant Surgeon for any acute or chronic liver injuries or conditions you may have, it could be helpful to know what to expect during the initial consultation.

You and the surgeon would be discussing all conditions, the course of the treatment, and the rehabilitation process. The surgeon may want to perform an examination and tests to get a clearer picture of the issue.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Liver Transplant Surgeon?
  • Liver transplant
  • Liver biopsy

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