The liver is one of the most vital organs in the human body, performing over 500 essential functions, including detoxification, digestion, and metabolism. However, conditions like chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and acute liver failure can severely impact its functionality, making a liver transplant the only life-saving option for many patients.

At Fortis Hospital, , we offer cutting-edge liver transplant solutions, combining world-class expertise, advanced medical infrastructure, and compassionate patient care to ensure the highest success rates. Whether you or your loved one is facing end-stage liver disease or has been advised a transplant, our specialized Liver Transplant Program is designed to provide a seamless experience from diagnosis to recovery.

Dr. Ashish George is a highly skilled and accomplished liver transplant surgeon, currently serving as the Principal Consultant and Unit Head in the Department of Liver Transplantation Surgery. He holds an MBBS and an MS in General Surgery from the University College of Medical Sciences, Delhi, and an M.Ch. in Surgical Gastroenterology from AIIMS, New Delhi. Additionally, he completed a Post Doctoral Fellowship in Liver Transplantation from TNMGR University, Chennai, and a Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery from WLH. With extensive work experience, Dr. George has held prominent positions including Senior Consultant in the Department of GI Surgery and Liver Transplantation at Aakash Healthcare Superspecialty Hospital, New Delhi, Consultant in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplant at BLK-Max Superspecialty Hospital, New Delhi, and Associate Consultant at Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, Chennai. He also served as a Fellow and Senior Resident in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation at Global Hospital, Chennai, and AIIMS, New Delhi, respectively. Dr. George is an active member of the Liver Transplant Society of India (LTSI) and the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI). His specialty interests include adult and pediatric liver transplantation, auxiliary partial orthotopic liver transplantation, liver transplant in pediatric metabolic liver diseases, split liver transplantation, liver resection in cirrhosis, ante-situm and ex situ liver resections, optimization and care of acute on chronic liver failure, acute liver failure,

Who Needs a Liver Transplant?

A liver transplant is recommended for patients suffering from end-stage liver disease or severe liver dysfunction that cannot be treated through medications or other medical interventions. Common conditions that may require a liver transplant include:

✔ Liver Cirrhosis – Caused by hepatitis, excessive alcohol consumption, fatty liver disease, or genetic disorders.
✔ Acute Liver Failure – A sudden loss of liver function due to drug toxicity, viral hepatitis, or autoimmune diseases.
✔ Hepatitis B & C Complications – Chronic viral infections leading to liver damage.
✔ Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma) – Cancer originating in the liver that may require a transplant.
✔ Genetic Liver Disorders – Conditions like Wilson’s disease, hemochromatosis, and biliary atresia affecting liver function.

Dr. Ashish George, Principal Consultant and Unit Head – Liver Transplant, Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, sheds light on liver transplant as a critical surgical intervention for patients with liver failure or liver cancer.

In this video, he explains the symptoms to watch for and how to identify if a liver transplant may be necessary.

If you or a loved one are experiencing any of these signs, seek expert care at Fortis.

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