Dr Vasudevan K.R.

About Dr Vasudevan K.R.

Dr. Vasudevan K.R. is the Director of Liver Transplant & Surgical Gastroenterology at Jaypee Hospital, Noida, and one of India’s most accomplished Liver Transplant Surgeons with 26+ years of experience. He completed his MBBS and MS from Goa Medical College and his DNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi (2008), and trained as a Visiting Fellow at Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, Pittsburgh, USA and Columbia Presbyterian Transplant Centre, New York, USA.

26+ years of experience; 1,500+ liver transplants in adults and children; 95% success rate
Director — Liver Transplant & Surgical Gastroenterology, Jaypee Hospital, Noida
Trained at Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, Pittsburgh and Columbia Presbyterian, New York
Young Investigator Award — International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), 2007
Designated Key Opinion Leader by The Transplantation Society (TTS), 2010

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Goa Medical College, Goa, India, 1998
MS (General Surgery) — Goa Medical College, Goa, India, 2002
DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology) — National Board of Examinations (Sir Ganga Ram Hospital), New Delhi, India, 2008

Fellowships & Special Training

Visiting Fellow — Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, University of Pittsburgh, USA, 2007
Visiting Fellow — Transplant Centre, Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, New York, USA, 2007

Certifications & Accreditations

Uttar Pradesh Medical Council Registration
Association of Surgeons of India — Member
Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology — Member
International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (Indian Chapter) — Member
Liver Transplant Society of India — Founder Member
International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS) — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

End-Stage Liver Disease (Cirrhosis)
Acute & Chronic Liver Failure
Hepatocellular Carcinoma (Liver Cancer)
Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD/NASH)
Biliary Atresia (Paediatric)
Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
Gallbladder Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer & Benign Pancreatic Conditions
Portal Hypertension
Hepatitis B & C (Surgical Management)

Sub-specialties

Live Donor Liver Transplantation: Expert in complex live donor hepatic transplantation with 1,500+ procedures — a trusted liver transplant surgeon in India sought by patients from South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
HPB Surgery (HepatoPancreatoBiliary): Specialist in liver resection, Whipple's surgery, bile duct surgery, and gallbladder cancer management — offering international patients advanced HPB oncology care.
Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery: Expert in laparoscopic liver and pancreatic surgery and robotic colorectal cancer surgery.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Live Donor Liver Transplantation (Adult & Paediatric)
Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation
Hepatectomy (Liver Resection)
Whipple's Surgery (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Laparoscopic Liver Surgery
Biliary Reconstruction Surgery
Radical Cholecystectomy
Colonoscopy & Endoscopic Procedures
Robotic Colorectal Cancer Surgery

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr Vasudevan K.R. can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Jaypee Hospital, Noida — Director, Department of Liver Transplant & Surgical Gastroenterology, Present

Past Affiliations

Pushpawati Singhania Research Institute (PSRI), New Delhi — Director, Liver Transplant & Surgical Gastroenterology (2017–2019)
Jaypee Hospital, Noida — Senior Consultant (2015–2016)
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi — Consultant, Liver Transplant & Surgical Gastroenterology (2012–2015)
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Consultant, Liver Transplant (2010–2012)
Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, Pittsburgh, USA — Visiting Fellow (2007)
Columbia Presbyterian Transplant Centre, New York, USA — Visiting Fellow (2007)

Academic & Research Roles

Trained liver transplant teams in Pakistan (Gambhat, Sindh) — programme performing 8–10 transplants/month
Designated Key Opinion Leader — The Transplantation Society (TTS), 2010
Profiled by India Today as a young doctor making a difference to the medical landscape

Key Achievements

1,500+ liver transplants in adults and children with 95% success rate
Young Investigator Award — International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), 2007
Travel Grant — ILTS Annual International Conference, 2012
Trained and established liver transplant programmes in South Asia
97% patient recommendation rate

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Young Investigator Award — International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), 13th Annual International Conference, 2007
Travel Grant — International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), 18th Annual International Conference, 2012
Key Opinion Leader (KOL) — Designated by The Transplantation Society (TTS), 2010

Professional Memberships

International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS)
Liver Transplant Society of India — Founder Member
Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)
International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association — Indian Chapter

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Multiple abstracts and publications presented at ILTS International Conferences, 2007 and 2012 (specific titles available through Jaypee Hospital profile or contact).

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Live donor liver transplantation outcomes and innovations
Laparoscopic and robotic HPB surgery
Liver transplantation for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Liver Transplant Consultation	₹2,000 – ₹4,000	$24 – $48
Live Donor Liver Transplant (all-inclusive)	₹25,00,000 – ₹40,00,000	$30,000 – $48,000
Hepatectomy (Liver Resection)	₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000	$6,000 – $14,400
Whipple's Surgery	₹5,00,000 – ₹10,00,000	$6,000 – $12,000
Laparoscopic Liver Surgery	₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000	$3,600 – $8,400

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Vasudevan K.R. use in Liver Transplant surgery?

Dr. Vasudevan K.R. employs live donor liver transplantation, laparoscopic and robotic HPB surgery, deceased donor transplantation protocols, and biliary reconstruction techniques — trained at two of the world's leading transplant centres in Pittsburgh and New York, USA.

2. What conditions does Dr. Vasudevan K.R. specialise in treating?

Dr. Vasudevan K.R. specialises in end-stage liver disease, acute liver failure, liver cancer (HCC), biliary atresia, pancreatic cancer, Whipple's surgery, gallbladder cancer, and portal hypertension — making him one of the best liver transplant surgeons in India.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vasudevan K.R.?

Appointments with Dr. Vasudevan K.R. can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Vasudevan K.R.?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Vasudevan K.R., including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

6. Does Dr. Vasudevan K.R. offer second opinions for Liver Transplant cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations in liver transplantation and HPB surgery can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients with cirrhosis, liver cancer, or acute liver failure who wish to review their transplant candidacy.

About Dr Vasudevan K.R.