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Dr. Ravichand Siddachari is a distinguished Liver Transplant Specialist with over 25 years of experience, currently practicing at Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. He holds an impressive array of qualifications, including an MBBS from Minsk, Belarus, an MS from Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai, a DNB in General Surgery, an MCh from University College of Dublin, and prestigious fellowships such as MRCSEd from Edinburgh and FRCS in HPB and Upper GI from the Intercollegiate Board in the UK. Dr. Siddachari is renowned for his expertise in complex liver surgeries, including liver transplants, hepatobiliary surgery, and minimally invasive techniques. His commitment to advancing medical knowledge is evident through his active involvement in research, academic discussions, and participation in numerous national and international medical conferences. He is dedicated to pioneering innovative treatments that enhance patient outcomes and quality of life. A strong advocate for patient-centered care, Dr. Siddachari prioritizes clear communication and compassionate support, ensuring that his patients and their families are well-informed and comfortable throughout their treatment journey. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, he effectively connects with a diverse patient population, making high-quality healthcare accessible to all.
Experience
- Chief of Liver Transplant and HPB Surgery, Manipal Hospitals,
Bangalore,
India from July 2015 to June 2020
- Currently, Chief of HPB and Liver Transplantation. KIMS Hospitals,
Hyderabad.
r&d institution
Top 3 with Yea• Consultant in GI Surgery and Liver transplantation at Apollo Indraprastha
hospital, New Delhi, from Jan 2013 to May 2015
Research and Publication
Research Experience • Research fellow in Tata Memorial Hospital : • Photodynamic Therapy Project (International multicentric trial) Duration- 2 nd September 2002- 31st August 2003. Institution- Tata Memorial Hospital. Nature of work included patient selection, arranging for investigations, carrying out the procedure of photodynamic therapy, assessing response and its complications under GCP guidelines. • Trained in designing, organizing, and conduction of trials as per GCP guidelines. Helped in designing the following trials :- • Assisted in designing a randomized controlled trial in Head and Neck oncology: Elective versus therapeutic neck dissection in early cancer of oral tongue. The trial is ongoing at Tata Memorial Hospital • Assisted in designing a randomized controlled trial in plastic and reconstructive services: Role of anticoagulants in Head and Neck microvascular reconstruction. A randomized controlled study to evaluate its use for prophylaxis of thrombosis. • Assisted in designing a a randomized controlled trial: A comparison between D1 and D2 lymphadenectomy in Gastric cancer.
• Assisted in designing phase II study of Laparoscopic Anterior Resection and Abdomino-perineal resection for cancer of rectum, rectosigmoid, and anal canal lesions
Research fellow, HPB and Liver Transplantation Unit St.Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland, from 11.07.2011 to 09.11.2012. 10 Research Project: Gene Expression in liver tissue; effect of tissue ischaemia time with relevance to the development of biomarkers in Colorectal Liver Metastases. Nature of work: Apart from clinical work, including organ procurement (on-call rota 1in 3) and liver.
transplantation and other liver surgical procedures I was involved in research project in Trinity College, Dublin. This project involved in taking liver tissue samples in patients undergoing liver resection for colorectal liver metastases. The specimens are collected at different time points to analyze alterations in the expression of genes. RNA and protein are extracted and analyzed. The thesis was submitted to University College Dublin, Ireland, in Jan 2013 and awarded MCh. Also involved in other research projects which were carried out in our lab : 1. “ Soluble CD1d: a novel receptor of iNKT cells and possible immunotherapeutic agent” 2. “Hepatic iNKT cell populations in perfusates obtained during liver transplantation” 3. “ CD141+ ( BDCA-3) Dendrtic cells ( DC) are depleted in Hepatitis C virus ( HCV) – infected liver”.
Publications 1. Laryngeal amyloidosis. Journal of Otolaryngology. 2005 Feb; 34(1):60-3. 2. Management of renal cell carcinoma with solitary metastasis. World J Surg Oncol. 2005 Jul; 20;3:48. 3. Laparoscopic surgery for malignancy- a review article- Bombay Hospital Journal, 2005 Oct; 47:359-361 4. D2 Lymphadenectomy for Gastric cancer in Tata Memorial Hospital: Indian data can now be incorporated in future international trials. Accepted for publication in “Digestive Surgery” ( 2006) 5. Gastro-entero-pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors: A chapter in Handbook on Evidence-Based Medicine of Endocrine Tumors, Published by Tata Memorial Hospital, Feb 2006. 6. Ectopic Thyroid Cancer. Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2007 Apr;13(2):122-4. 7. Post-operative deep vein thrombosis in patients with colorectal cancer: Indian J Gastroenterol 2008 Mar-Apr; 27: 71-73 8. Elective neck dissection for the management of the N0 neck in early cancer of the oral tongue: need for a randomized controlled trial. Head Neck. 2009 May;31(5):618-24 9. CD141+ myeloid dendritic cells are enriched in healthy human liver. Kelly A, Fahey R, Fletcher JM, Keogh C, Carroll AG, Siddachari R, Geoghegan J, Hegarty JE, Ryan EJ, O’Farrelly C.J Hepatol. 2013 Aug 19. doi:pii: S0168- 8278(13)00592-8. 10.1016/j.jhep.2013.08.007. [Epub ahead of print] 10. Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy followed by liver transplantation for unresectable cholangiocarcinoma: a single-centre national experience. Duignan S, Maguire D, Ravichand CS, Geoghegan J, Hoti E, Fennelly D, Armstrong J, Rock K, Mohan H, Traynor O.HPB (Oxford). 2013 Apr 18. doi: 10.1111/hpb 12082.
Top 5 Registrars in Liver Transplantation and HPB/GI Surgery
at St. Vincent’s University Hospital, which is a National Centre for Liver
Transplantation and Hepatobiliary-pancreatic diseases for 2 years from
July 2009 to July 2011 and as a Research Fellow for one year till July 2012.3
- Passed intercollegiate specialty exam in General Surgery with subspecialty in
HPB/ Upper GI and awarded Fellowship of Intercollegiate Board of UK and
Ireland
Special Interests
- Liver Transplant Adult and Pediatric
- Pancreas Transplant
- HPB Surgeries
- GI oncology
- Laparoscopic Surgeries
- Robotic Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Ravichand Siddachari?
Dr. Ravichand Siddachari is a highly experienced Liver Transplant with 25 years of expertise in the field. He is known for providing exceptional patient care and advanced medical treatments.
Where does Dr. Ravichand Siddachari practice?
Dr. Ravichand Siddachari currently practices at Apollo Health City Jubilee Hills located in Hyderabad.
What is Dr. Ravichand Siddachari’s specialization?
Dr. Ravichand Siddachari specializes in Liver Transplant, with expertise in Liver Transplant Surgery, Living Donor Liver Transplant, Hepatic Resection, Pre- & Post-Transplant Care, Immunosuppressive Therapy.
What are Dr. Ravichand Siddachari’s medical qualifications?
Dr. Ravichand Siddachari holds prestigious qualifications, including MBBS(Minsk, Belarus)
MS (Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India)
DNB (General Surgery, India)
MCh ( University College of Dublin, Ireland)
MRCSEd (Edinburgh, UK)
FRCS (HPB, Upper GI. Intercollegiate Board, UK).
How many years of experience does Dr. Ravichand Siddachari have?
Dr. Ravichand Siddachari has 25 years of experience in the medical field, treating various conditions related to Liver Transplant.
Why do patients choose Dr. Ravichand Siddachari?
Patients trust Dr. Ravichand Siddachari for his expertise, patient-centric approach, and commitment to providing the highest standard of care. He is well-versed in the latest medical advancements and ensures personalized treatment for every patient.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Ravichand Siddachari?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ravichand Siddachari through:
Online: Visit [https://www.apollohospitals.com/book-doctor-appointment/] to schedule an appointment.
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