Dr Chirag Desai is one of the most accomplished GI, Hepatobiliary, Pancreatic and Liver Transplant surgeon in India. Beginning his career as a surgeon 30+ years ago, he has now worked for over 30+ years in the filed of Gastrointestinal, HPB and Liver Transplant.
He along with his team has performed many liver transplants, including First successful Living Donor Liver Transplant of Gujarat, First paediatric liver transplant of Gujarat, First Liver Transplant without blood transfusion in Gujarat.
He has a large series of liver tumor and pancreatic necrosectomy with excellent results. He is proficient in robotic and oncosurgery for GI, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic cases.
He is holding crucial posts in leading national and international associations. He is also appointed as Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary surgeon to the HE the governor of Gujarat. He is an author of a textbook on liver transplant which is read in 14 countries. He is an examiner for MRCS exam by the Royal Colleges and Intercollegiate board, UK.
Trained at leading centres of England like Royal Free Hospital, London. (Year V), Royal London Hospital, London
The Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
The King’s College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Chief Consultant & Program Director, Department of GI, HPB, LIVER TRANSPLANT SURGERY, Robotic GI Oncosurgeon, Apollo Hospitals International Limited, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, INDIA.
Working in Apollo Hospitals for 23 years
Special interest
Liver Transplant
Living and Cadaver Donor Liver Transplant (Adult & Pediatric)
Liver Tumors
Jaundice
Portal Hypertension
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Pancreatic Necrosectomy
Pancreatic Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Gallbladder Surgery
Robotic GI Surgery
Portal Hypertension
Memberships
IHPBA , Ahmedabad Surgeons Association
Gujarat State Surgeon’s Association &Gujarat State Chapter of ASI,
Indian Association of Gastrointestinal EndoSurgeons – IAGES,
Association of Minimal Access surgeons of India – AMASI
Indian Medical Association – IMA,
Society of GI endoscopy in India – SGEI,
Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia – ELSA,
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh,
Fellow of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
Awards & Achievements
Overseas scholarship for Living Donor Liver Transplant by The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow for Asan Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea. May - 2007
Frank Taylor Memorial prize for the best presentation - London, September – 2001
Research & Publications
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Granular cell tumour of the bile duct mimicking distal cholangiocarcinoma: one case report and review of the literature. Minerva Chir. 2006 Jun;61(3):247-55.
Dr. Chirag Desai practices at Apollo Hospitals International Limited, Ahmedabad. This hospital offers comprehensive healthcare services and is known for its expert doctors.
Q: Who is Dr. Chirag Desai?
Dr Chirag Desai is a renowned Surgical Gastroenterologist with over 30 years of experience. He practices in Ahmedabad at Apollo Hospitals International Limited Ahmedabad. Dr Chirag Desai holds a degree in MBBS, MS(GEN.SURGERY), DNB (GASTRO SURGERY), FRCS(Edin), FRCS(Glasg), UK. He provides treatments including piles-treatment, Pancreas Cancer Treatment, Rectum Cancer Treatment. He specializes in treating conditions like Hirschsprung S Disease, Piles, Gallbladder Stones.
Q: Why do patients visit Dr. Chirag Desai?
Dr. Chirag Desai is a highly sought-after specialist in Liver Transplant, Gall Bladder surgery, Pancreatic Surgery, and GI cancers. Patients seek his expertise for these complex surgical procedures.
Q: What is Dr. Chirag Desai's specialization?
Dr Chirag Desai specializes in GI, Hepatobilary & Liver Transplant. He has expertise in treating conditions such as Hirschsprung S Disease, Piles, Gallbladder Stones, Liver Failure cases. His key treatments include Liver transplant, Gall bladder stone surgery, piles-treatment, Pancreas Cancer Treatment, Rectum Cancer Treatment.
Q: What are Dr. Chirag Desai's medical qualifications?
Dr Chirag Desai holds MBBS, MS(GEN.SURGERY), DNB (GASTRO SURGERY), FRCS(Edin), FRCS(Glasg), UK, reflecting his comprehensive education in the field of Surgical Gastroenterology.
Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Chirag Desai have?
Dr. Chirag Desai has 30+ years of experience in gastroenterology.
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