Best Liver Specialists in India

Dr. Mahesh Channappa is a distinguished Lead Consultant in General and Gastrointestinal Surgery with over 29 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier surgical care. Trained in premier institutions in India and the UK, he blends deep clinical knowledge with strong academic and leadership skills, establishing a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Channappa?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 29 years of experience and a proven track record, Dr. Channappa excels in treating a wide range of conditions, including complex and routine surgeries for the gastrointestinal, bariatric, and hernia systems.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is recognised for advanced techniques in robotic and laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries, including notable treatments such as complex gallbladder, small bowel, colorectal procedures, and pancreatic surgery. His expertise extends to bariatric, metabolic surgery, and laser proctology.
• Pioneer in Minimally Invasive Surgery: Dr. Channappa was a pioneer in single-incision laparoscopic and bariatric procedures, offering patients less invasive treatment options.
• Leader in Robotic & Bariatric Surgery: He currently serves as Lead Consultant and Professor in General Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery, and Laser Proctology at SPARSH Hospital, Hennur Road, showcasing unparalleled expertise in these advanced techniques.
• Academic & Leadership Excellence: Dr. Channappa is a passionate academician, actively involved in mentoring postgraduate medical trainees and shaping future generations of surgeons, complemented by an MBA in Healthcare Management.

Dr. Mahesh Gopasetty is a distinguished Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon with over 19 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With over 1,600 successful liver transplants and 100 small intestine transplants, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field of multi-organ transplantation.

Why Choose Dr. Gopasetty?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 19+ years of experience and over 1,600 successful liver transplants and 100 small intestine transplants, Dr. Gopasetty has a proven track record in treating complex liver diseases, portal hypertension, and various organ failures requiring transplantation.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is recognised for pioneering complex procedures, including cadaver donor domino liver transplants, multivisceral transplants (encompassing liver, pancreas, and intestine), and en bloc simultaneous heart and liver transplants. His expertise extends to paediatric liver and multivisceral transplantations.
• Pioneer in Complex Transplant Surgeries: Dr. Gopasetty was instrumental in performing unique and challenging procedures such as separating conjoined twins with omphalopagus, showcasing his innovative approach to surgical challenges.
• Leader in Paediatric Liver Transplants: Under his leadership, he has successfully completed more than 100 liver transplants in children within five years, demonstrating unparalleled expertise in this specialised area.
• International Training & Recognition: His fellowships in Multi-Organ Transplantation (South Carolina) and Paediatric Multivisceral Transplantation (Pittsburgh), along with experience in the UK and Australia, highlight his global standing and advanced training.

• Currently associated as Consultant with Department of Gastroenterology at Dharamshila Hospital & Research Center, New Delhi
• Interests are Gastric Problem, Liver Problems, Piles Treatment, Acidity, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Constipation, Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic, Vomit blood, Loose Motion and ERCP
• Member of Delhi Medical Association (DMA) and Indian Medical Association (IMA)

• Dr. Mukesh Kumar Rathore is a Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy at Mohali.
• He is a highly experienced and reputed doctor who has been providing excellent medical care to patients in the region for more than 14 years.
• Dr. Rathore completed his MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi. He followed this up with a post-graduate diploma in Gastroenterology and Hepatology from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh.
• He performed over 15,000 Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopies
• Dr. Rathore has a long list of publications in national and international medical journals and he has been a part of many prestigious conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• He is also actively involved in research and is a reviewer for various medical journals.
• He specializes in endoscopic procedures like ERCP, EUS, and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
• Dr. Rathore is a member of many professional societies, such as the Association of Physicians of India (API), the Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG), Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-surgeons (IAGES) and the Indian Society of Hepatology (ISH).

• Dr. Neeraj Chaudhary is a GastroIntestinal and Laparoscopic Surgeon with experience of over 14 years in these fields.
• He completed MBBS and MS (General Surgery) from Kasturba Medical College and DNB (Gastroenterology) from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital.
• He has been associated with Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, AIIMS, PSRI and Jaypee Hospital.
• The doctor is a member of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, Liver Transplant Society of India (LTSI), Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) and Indian Medical Association (IMA).
• His area of interest is in Minimally invasive (Laparoscopic) surgeries, Hepatopancreato Biliary Oncology and Living Donor Liver Transplant.
• His articles are published in Indexed National & International Journals including Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, International Journal of Hepatology, and Indian Journal of Surgery

• With +30 years of experience in India, Dr. Puneet Dhar is a notable international Surgical Gastroenterologist.
• His area of specializations is GI Cancer surgery, Pancreatic Surgery, Neuroendocrine Tumours, Biliary reconstruction, Retroperitoneal surgery, Pouch surgery for complex colorectal disease, Laparoscopic surgery, Surgical Infections and antimicrobial stewardship.
• He is a member of the Indian Chapter of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, the Medical Council of India, the Delhi Medical Council, and the Indian Medical Association.
• Dr. Puneet Dhar graduated from the University of Delhi, New Delhi with an MBBS and MS.
• He obtained his MCh from GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi.
• He has a Fellowship in Transplant Surgery at Cambridge University Hospitals Trust, UK.
• Dr. Puneet Dhar is the author of several publications and articles.

• Dr. Rahul Khullar is a leading Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon with 12 years of medical expertise.
• His interests are GI Oncology & Colorectal Surgery, Pancreatic & Hepatobiliary Surgery, Upper GI & Bariatric Surgery, and Advanced Laparoscopic & Hernia Surgery.
• He is a member of the Delhi Medical Council, the Indian Medical Association, the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, the Association of Surgeons of India, the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons, the Indian Chapter of International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology.
• Dr. Rahul Khullar attained his MBBS (2011) and MD (2016) from the UCMS and GTB Hospital, New Delhi. 
• He achieved his MCh (2020) from G B Pant Hospital, New Delhi.
• Dr. Rahul Khullar has a fellowship in Liver Transplant Surgery from CLBS, Max Saket.
• He has another Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery from IAGES.

• Dr. Rajanikanth Patcha V is a leading specialist in Liver Transplantation and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery.
• He has 27 years of experience, including 10 years dedicated to liver transplantation.
• He holds expertise in performing living donor liver transplantation, cadaveric liver transplantation, paediatric liver transplantation, and surgery for cancers of the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
• Dr. Rajanikanth completed his MBBS from Guntur Medical College in 1997 and his Master's in General Surgery from JIPMER, Pondicherry in 2001.
• He holds prestigious fellowships, including a Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS), a Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS), a Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery (DIP LAP), a Fellow of the European Board of Surgery in Liver Transplantation (FEBS), and Fellow of the European Board of Surgery in HPB Surgery (FEBS).
• He took training in the UK for 13 years, including 6 years at Kings College Hospital, focusing on liver transplantation and HPB surgery.
• In 2014, Dr Rajanikanth became the first South Indian to receive the Fellow of the European Board of Surgery certification in both Liver Transplantation and Hepatobiliary Surgery.
• He has published more than 178 articles in national and international journals.
• Dr. Rajanikanth is a respected member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Ireland and holds a fellowship from the European Board of Surgery in Liver Transplantation and Hepatobiliary Surgery.

• Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jagdish is a renowned Hepatologist and Gastroenterologis having more than 14 years of expertise.
• Services provided by him includes Therapeutic Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP, capsule endoscopy, PEG Placement, IGB Placement, Liver biopsy, TJLB, HVPG, Fibro scan, Liver diseases, Gastrointestinal diseases, etc.
• He has pursued MBBS from Government Medical College, Surat.
• He did MD (Internal Medicine) from Government Medical College, Surat.
• He completed DM (Hepatology) from ILBS, Delhi.
• He holds membership of various organizations.
• Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jagdish is fluent in English, and Hindi.

Dr. Ramalingam T is a highly skilled Gastroenterological Surgeon with 15 years of experience. He specialises in advanced Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery, complex Liver Transplant surgery, GI cancers, as well as open and laparoscopic gastrointestinal procedures. He is skilled at minimally-invasive gastroenterological procedures and is recognised as one of the best surgical gastroenterologists in India.

Why Choose Dr. Ramalingam T?

• Extensive Expertise: Dr. Ramalingam T is a highly experienced surgeon with extensive proficiency in both routine and complex gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and minimally invasive surgical procedures. 
• Expert in Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery: He is renowned for his ability to handle complex gastrointestinal cases, including liver transplants and gastroenterological cancers using the latest technology. 
• Skilled Laparoscopic Surgeon: He has performed several laparoscopic and minimally-invasive procedures with great surgical precision. 
• Best Liver Transplant Surgeon: Dr. Ramalingam T is recognised as one of the best liver transplant surgeons in Calicut. He has been a part of more than 250 living-related and cadaveric liver transplants. 
• Academic Background: He has a strong surgical background with a bachelors and masters in General Surgery as well as a Diplomate in Surgical Gastroenterology from the prestigious National Board of Examinations in India.

Dr. Ravindra Nidoni is a distinguished Liver & Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Transplant Surgeon with over 16 years of extensive experience. Committed to delivering top-tier medical care, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in complex liver and pancreatic surgeries.

Why Choose Dr. Nidoni?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 16+ years of experience, Dr. Nidoni has a proven track record in treating complex liver and pancreato-biliary diseases, including Living Donor Liver Transplant, Deceased Donor Liver Transplant, and ABO-incompatible Liver Transplant.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is recognised for advanced liver and pancreatic resections and has a special interest in living donor liver transplant for advanced liver cirrhosis and liver transplant in elderly patients. His expertise encompasses managing complex cases and pioneering innovative approaches in transplant surgery.
• Pioneer in Research & Innovation: Dr. Nidoni’s extensive research includes a single-centre experience of 3,000 living donor liver surgeries, their evolution, and innovations to benefit liver failure patients. He has also authored a research paper titled “Outcomes of Living Donor Liver Transplantation in Elderly Patients,” which was published in a renowned international journal.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Nidoni’s commitment to advancing surgical techniques and patient outcomes is reflected in his scholarly qualifications and esteemed research works.

Dr. Rommel S is an experienced Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgeon and liver transplant specialist with specialised expertise in managing complex liver, pancreatic, and biliary disorders, including liver transplantation, advanced liver resections, pancreatic surgeries, and biliary tract procedures. He plays an active role in multidisciplinary liver care teams to ensure comprehensive, individualized treatment planning for each patient. His clinical practice emphasizes precision surgery, evidence-based decision-making, and long-term patient outcomes.

Why Choose Dr. Rommel S?

• Comprehensive HPB & Liver Transplant Expertise: Dr. Rommel offers expert surgical care for hepatobiliary diseases, advanced liver transplant procedures, and complex liver and pancreas resections.
• Rich Clinical Experience: With nearly two decades of surgical practice across multiple liver transplant programs in South India, he brings both skill and insight to patient care.
• Tailored Care: Dr. Rommel treats both transplant and non-transplant liver conditions, including HPB cancers, pancreatic diseases, and portal hypertension, providing tailored treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
• Multidisciplinary and Patient-Focused Care: He works closely with hepatologists, anesthesiologists, radiologists, intensivists, and transplant coordinators to deliver personalised, holistic care throughout diagnosis, surgery, and recovery.
• Advanced Surgical Training: His MCh training in HPB Surgery from a premier transplant institute equips him to handle challenging surgical cases with precision and confidence.