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Dr. Ankur Garg

Liver Transplant Surgeon

, Gurugram, India

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English,Hindi

USD 60 USD 50 for video consultation


Ankur Garg is a specialized Transplant Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 14 Years of experience and is associated with, one of the best hospitals in Gurugram, India.

Online Liver Transplant Surgeon Consultations in the India

About Liver Transplant Surgeon

Liver transplant surgeon is a doctor specialized in performing surgery to remove a diseased liver and replace it with a healthy one. Liver is the largest internal organ that performs several critical functions like processing nutrients, hormones and medications, and producing bile just to name a few. Liver transplant surgeons opt, recommend and perform liver transplant procedure on patients who have significant complications due to end-stage chronic liver disease. It is also an option in the rare cases of sudden liver failure of a previously healthy liver.

When should you visit a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

Your physician will recommend you to visit a liver transplant surgeon if he suspects or finds out any of the following conditions:

  • Gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Fluid retention
  • Encephalopathy
  • Jaundice that the patient is not able to recover from

Who are not the candidates for a Liver Transplant?

Not all the patients with liver cirrhosis and decompensated liver disease are appropriate candidates for liver transplantation. The patient should be able to survive the operation for the transplant procedure, post-operative medication, any potential complications or infections and should not engage in any activity that would injure the liver.

Some of conditions that are in complete contra- indication to liver transplant are as follows:

  • Severe pulmonary hypertension
  • Cancer spreading outside of the liver
  • Systemic or uncontrollable infection
  • Active substance abuse
  • Unacceptable risk for substance abuse
  • Severe, uncontrolled psychiatric disease
  • History of non-compliance or inability to adhere to a strict medical regimen
  • Severe, irreversible medical illness that limits short-term life expectancy

Procedures Performed

Before deciding and proceeding for the liver transplant surgery, there are a number of tests that are performed to ensure the right course of treatment:

  • X-rays
  • Liver biopsy slides
  • Operative reports
  • Computed tomography (CAT or CT scan)
  • Doppler ultrasound
  • Echocardiogram and stress testing
  • Pulmonary function studies
  • Blood tests

Top Liver Transplant Surgeons in India

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Punit SinglaJaypee Hospital, Noida
Dr. Saptarshi BishnuMax Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
Dr. Vibha VarmaMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad
Dr. Rajanikanth Patcha VGlobal Health City, Chennai
Dr. Anand RamamurthyApollo Hospital, Chennai
Dr. Rakesh RaiFortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai
Dr. Ramanjaneyulu ErukullaStar Hospitals, Hyderabad
Dr. Neerav GoyalIndraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi

About Liver Transplant Surgeon India

Which are the countries where we can find Transplant Surgeon?

Popular Transplant Surgeon in Top Countries are :

Type of Transplant Surgeon available in India?

Top Speciality Doctors in India:

Top Rated Hospitals Where We Can Find Transplant Surgeon in India?

List of Top Rated Hospitals where we can find Transplant Surgeon in India are as followed:

Can we get the list of Transplant Surgeon in India in any other language?

Yes, we provide the list of Transplant Surgeon in India in the following languages:

Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Liver Transplant Surgeons in India offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top liver transplant surgeons available for online consultation in India:

Who are some of the top Liver Transplant Surgeons from other countries?

Here are some of the best rated liver transplant surgeons in other countries:

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

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

Which are some of the best hospitals in India, Liver Transplant Surgeon are associated with?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Liver Transplant Surgeon in India?

Most common conditions performed by liver transplant surgeons in 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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