Fortis Jalandhar Strengthens Gastro and Liver Care with Launch of Advanced Endoscopy Suite and Dedicated Liver Transplant Clinic

Fortis Jalandhar Strengthens Gastro & Liver Care with Launch of Advanced Endoscopy Suite and Dedicated Liver Transplant Clinic 

 Jalandhar, June 24, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to delivering advanced digestive and liver care services, Fortis Hospital Jalandhar has launched a state-of-the-art Endoscopy & Gastro Suite, alongwith a dedicated Liver Transplant Clinic, equipped with cutting-edge technology for diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal, pancreatic, biliary and liver disorders.  

The newly launched Endoscopy & Gastro Suite will offer a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, enabling early detection and minimally invasive treatment of gastrointestinal diseases while ensuring enhanced precision, patient safety and comfort. The dedicated Liver Transplant Clinic will provide specialised consultation, evaluation, transplant counselling, pre-transplant assessment and long-term post-transplant follow-up services for patients suffering from advanced liver diseases.  

As part of this initiative, Dr Ashish George, Principal Consultant and Unit Head, Liver Transplant, Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, will provide expert OPD consultations on the third Thursday of every month at Fortis Hospital Jalandhar, bringing world-class liver transplant expertise closer to patients across Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and neighbouring regions. 

Dr. Sahil Nohria, Consultant Gastroenterology, and Dr. Saurabh Mishra, Consultant Hepatology, Fortis Hospital Jalandhar said, "The launch of the Endoscopy & Gastro Suite and the dedicated Liver Transplant Clinic marks a significant advancement in gastrointestinal and liver healthcare in the region. Equipped with advanced endoscopic technology and enhanced procedural capabilities, we will be able to diagnose and treat complex digestive disorders with greater precision, safety and patient comfort. Early detection through advanced endoscopy plays a crucial role in improving treatment outcomes” 

Highlighting the multidisciplinary approach, Dr Harmeet Paul Singh, Director, Minimal Access, Bariatric, GI & Robotic Surgery and Dr Ashish Sharma, Consultant GI, HPB & Robotic Surgery, Fortis Hospital Jalandhar stated, "Complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions require a multidisciplinary approach and seamless coordination among specialists. The advanced Endoscopy & Gastro Suite, supported by specialized hepatobiliary, gastrointestinal and robotic surgical expertise, strengthens our ability to deliver integrated, minimally invasive and patient-centric care, closer to home.” 

Dr Ashish George, Principal Consultant and Unit Head, Liver Transplant, Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi said, "Timely referral and evaluation are critical for patients suffering from advanced liver diseases. Through this dedicated Liver Transplant Clinic, patients will have access to expert assessment, transplant counselling and continuity of care closer to their homes. Our aim is to ensure that patients receive the right treatment at the right time while minimizing the burden of travel and delays in care. The clinic will also facilitate comprehensive pre-transplant and post-transplant care through a coordinated multidisciplinary approach." 

Mr. Ashish Bhatia, Executive Vice President & Business Head, Fortis Healthcare, Punjab, emphasized, "The launch of the Department of Gastro & Hepatobiliary Sciences marks another important milestone in our commitment to bringing advanced tertiary and quaternary healthcare services to the communities we serve. The addition of advanced endoscopy services and the Liver Transplant Clinic will significantly reduce the need for patients to travel to metropolitan cities for highly specialized consultations and treatment. Our objective is to provide world-class care, advanced technology and multidisciplinary expertise closer to the communities we serve."