Best Organ Transplant Surgeons in Chennai, India

• Dr. Guruprasad Shetty is a Hepatobiliary and Liver transplant surgeon, based in Chennai having 14+ years of experience.
• His expertise lies in living donor and deceased donor (cadaveric) liver transplantation, Hepato-biliary surgeries, Laparoscopic surgeries, etc.
• Dr. Shetty was honored with the B Braun scholarship for academic excellence in the field of surgical gastroenterology and he is a member of The Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Indian Medical Association, The Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons, etc.
• Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Donor Hepatectomy.

• Dr. M Ram Prabahar is a well-known Nephrologist/Renal Specialist, with a thriving experience of more than 15 years.
• His expertise lies in Ureteroscopy (URS), Hemodiafiltration (HDF), Kidney Stone Treatment, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) treatment, Laparoscopic Nephrectomy, Kidney Failure Treatment, Kidney Dialysis, Vasectomy, Urinary Incontinence (Ui) Treatment, and Treatment Of Erectile Dysfunction.
• He is a professional member of the International Society of Nephrology, American Society of Nephrology, European Renal Association, Asia pacific society of Nephrology, The Transplantation Society, International Medical Sciences Academy, Indian Society Of Nephrology, Indian society of organ transplantation, and Indian Academy of Nephrology.
• Under his credit, there are several research papers published in national as well as international peer-reviewed journals. 

• Dr. Muthu Veeramani is a renowned Urologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon, with a rich experience of more than 21 years.
• He has expertise lies in the Chronic Kidney Disease ( CKD ), Kidney Stone Treatment, Acute Renal Failure, Endoscopic Surgery, Colonoscopy, Urinary Incontinence (Ui) Treatment, Vasectomy, Kidney Stone Treatment, Ureteroscopy (URS), etc.
• His area of interest are Endo Urology / Laparoscopy Advanced / Robotics, Renal Transplantation (Lap Donor Nephrectomy), URO Oncology, Pediatric Urology, and Vascular Access Surgery.
• Dr. Muthu is a professional member of Urological Society of India, European Association of Urology, American Association of Urology, Indian American Urology Association, Society International Urology, and Endo Urological Society.
• He has research papers published in national as well as international scientific journals

• Dr. Dinesh Kumar Jothi Mani is a renowned Hepatologist with experience of more than 12 years.
• His interest lies in Acute Liver Failure, Liver Transplantation, Viral Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis & ERCP.
• He has a membership association with the Indian Association for the study of Liver, Indian Society of Gastroenterology, General Medical Council (GMC), UK, European Association of Study of Liver, British association of study of Liver and Fellowship in Royal College Of Physicians.

• Dr. Vimalraj Velayutham is a well known Surgical Gastroenterologist with experience of more than 15 years.
• His area of specialization covers Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases.
• He is adept in performing Hepato-Pancreato Biliary and Solid Organ transplantation surgery.
• He carries out Open and Minimally Invasive Liver Transplantation Surgery.
• He has participated in numerous conferences and presented papers in them.
• He also takes interest in research and has several publications to his credit in reputed national and international journals.

• Dr. Srikanth Thummala is a liver transplantation surgeon with 7+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include hernia repairs, SEPS for varicose veins, cholecystectomy, duodenal perforations, appendectomy, many general surgical procedures, advanced laparoscopic procedures and assisted in many laparoscopic donor hepatectomies.
• He completed MBBS from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, MS in general surgery from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
• He did his fellowship in Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplantation and fellowship in Advanced Liver Transplantation from Medanta Hospital, Gurgaon.
• Dr. Thummala has presented many papers at national conferences.
• In his initial years of experience, he has worked with prestigious hospitals with renowned doctors.

• Dr. Sudharsan SB is a urologist with 5+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include performing endo-urological stone surgeries, pediatric Urology and Renal Transplantation.
• He has completed an exclusive fellowship in robotic procedures and minimally invasive advanced laparoscopic from the Endourological Society.
• He is trained in renal transplant and complex pediatric reconstruction surgery.
• He did MBBS and MS from Stanley Medical College, Chennai, and DNB in Genito-urinary Surgery from Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad, Gujarat.
• Dr. Sudharsan is a member of Tamil Nadu Medical Council, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), The Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, Urological Society of India (USI), American Urological Association (AUA), Endourological Society and Society of International Urology.
• He has won many recognitions:
  • KC Paul Gold medal in Clinical Medicine, 2005
  • CB Ramarao Gold medal in Clinical Surgery and Lt Col Mahadevan Gold Medal in Surgery, 2008
  • Prof Venugopal Gold Medal in Urology during MS, 2013
  • University First Rank in MS General Surgery, 2013
  • Apollo Gold Medal in MS General Surgery, 2013
  • Madurai Asicon 1977 Gold Medal in MS General Surgery, 2013
  • Dr. CMK Reddy Gold Medal in MS General Surgery, 2013

Dr. Manikandan R, a Urologist and Transplant Surgeon in Chennai, serves as the director and is highly esteemed in his field. With over 32 years of experience in urological health, he has successfully performed more than 550 kidney transplants and robotic surgeries, enhancing the health and quality of life for patients with complex urological conditions.

Why Choose Dr. Manikandan R?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: Dr. Manikandan R has been providing urological care for more than 32 years, and he has performed more than 550 successful kidney transplants and robotic procedures. He adds a wealth of knowledge and advanced surgical skills to every procedure. He is an expert in minimally invasive and open procedures.
• Comprehensive Urological Care: He is known for expertly treating a wide range of urological conditions, including painful urination, renal area pain, scrotal/genital pain and swelling, urinary incontinence, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), kidney stones, and urological cancers.
• Pioneer in Kidney Transplantation: Patients with end-stage renal disease can receive life-saving therapy from Dr. Manikandan R. His proficiency in both living donor and deceased donor transplants guarantees his patients the greatest results.
• Dedicated to Advanced Techniques: He is skilled in robotic surgery and in laparoscopic operations for urological malignancies, percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for kidney stones, and laser prostatectomy. 

• Dr. Joy Varghese is a distinguished Hepatologist and Liver Transplant Surgeon with 28 years of experience in his field.
• He has successfully performed over 1500 liver transplantations throughout his career.
• His areas of expertise include the management of Chronic Hepatitis B, Chronic Hepatitis C, and Hepatocellular Carcinoma.
• He completed his MBBS in 1996 and his MD in 2004, followed by a DM in Gastroenterology from Madurai Medical College in 2007.
• Additionally, Dr. Varghese pursued a Fellowship in Liver Transplantation at University Hospital, Essen, Germany.
• Dr Varghese was honoured with the Levy Thompson Award for the best clinical research paper and received an International Travel Grant to attend the Canadian Digestive Disease Week in Banff, Canada.
• He has published over 100 papers in national and international journals and authored four book chapters.
• Dr. Varghese is an active member of several prestigious organisations, including the Association of Physicians of India, the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, the Indian National Association of Study of Liver Disease, the International Club of Ascites, the European Association of Study of Liver Disease, the Liver Transplantation Society of India, and the International Liver Transplantation Society.

• Currently associated as Senior Consultant with Department of Kidney Transplant at Global Hospitals, Chennai
• Participated in managing about 450 Liver transplant and 750 Kidney transplant patients
• Trained in pre-op evaluation, ICU and post op management of multi-organ transplant patients
• New Key Opinion Leader (nKOL) from India to The Transplantation Society - 2009.
• Interests are Renal Sparing Immunosuppression and Portal and Hepatic Hemodynamics in Liver Transplantation
• Member of various renowned organizations such as Association of Surgeons of India, American Society of Transplant Surgeons, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation, The Transplantation Society, Liver Sub-Committee member, Tamil Nadu Government - Cadaver Transplant Program.
• Awarded Young Investigator from Association of Surgeons of India-2000 (ASI), Indian
  Awarded Young Researcher Award - Asian Society of Transplant, Asian Society of Transplantation - Travel Grant for Young Scientist – 2003
• Fellowship - American certified Transplant Surgery Fellowship Baylor University, USA and Living donor Liver transplant training form Kumamoto and Kyoto University, Japan
• Published 13 International publications in Transplantation Journals

• Dr. Selvakumar Naganathan is a liver transplant surgeon with 13+ years of experience.
• He has performed 2,000+ surgeries, including donor hepatectomies, recipient hepatectomies, live donor liver transplants, retrieval of cadaver livers, cadaver transplantations and major hepatectomies.He is a member of The Association of Surgeons of India, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons, International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, International Liver Transplantation Society, Liver Transplantation Society of India and National Academy of Medical Sciences.
• His areas of expertise include Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Ascites and Gallstones.
• He regularly participates and presents his clinical work at national and international conferences.
• Dr. Naganathan has several articles under his name in national journals.

Dr. Swaminathan Sambandam is a distinguished Transplant and HPB Surgeon with over 29 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With over 3,750 successful transplants and complex abdominal surgeries, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Sambandam?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 29+ years of experience and a portfolio of over 1,750 successful organ transplants, including 750+ liver and 1,000+ kidney transplants. Dr. Sambandam has a proven track record in treating end-stage organ failure and complex hepatobiliary diseases.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is a master of minimally invasive procedures, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic HPB surgery. His expertise extends to highly specialised procedures such as adult and paediatric transplants, pancreas transplants for Type 1 diabetes, and complex small bowel and multi-visceral transplants.
• Pioneer in Robotic Transplantation: Dr. Sambandam’s team was the first in Tamil Nadu to perform a robotic kidney transplantation, a breakthrough enabling safer, minimally invasive procedures for patients, including those previously considered high-risk due to obesity.
• Leader in Complex Kidney Transplants: He has performed the highest number of ABO-incompatible and swap kidney transplants in the state, showcasing unparalleled expertise in overcoming immunological barriers to provide life-saving solutions for patients.