Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore – India
About Dr. Rajiv Lochan
Dr. Rajiv Lochan is a distinguished Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) and Liver Transplant Surgeon with extensive international training in the UK, Hong Kong, and India. His specialties span adult and paediatric liver transplantation, pancreas and biliary surgery, and complex tumour resections. His clinical interests include improving outcomes in hepatocellular carcinoma, advancing the safety of living donor liver transplantation, and multidisciplinary management of pancreatic cancers. Dr. Lochan has founded integrated liver care programmes and works to expand access to affordable transplant care. With expert clinical excellence and more than two decades of experience, Dr. Rajiv Lochan is regarded as one of the best Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) and Liver Transplant Surgeon in Bangalore.
Qualifications & Credentials
- MBBS – S.S Medical College, Mysore, 1994
- MS – Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, 1999
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, 2006
Areas of Expertise
- Hepatocellular carcinoma
- Pancreatic cancer & chronic pancreatitis
- Biliary tract malignancies (gallbladder & bile duct)
- Retroperitoneal sarcomas
- Acute and chronic liver failure
- Liver disease requiring transplantation
- Liver Transplantation (adult & paediatric)
- Pancreatic Surgery & Oncology
- Complex Hepato-Biliary Resections
- Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Surgery
- Multi-organ Transplant Surgery
- Orthotopic Liver Transplantation (OLT)
- Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT)
- Pancreas Transplantation
- HPB Resection without Blood Products
- Complex Hepatectomy & Biliary Surgery
- Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Resection
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Rajiv Lochan can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation:
- Lead Consultant – HPB & Liver Transplantation Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Bengaluru.
Past Affiliations:
- Senior Consultant, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary & Multi-Organ Transplant Surgery
- Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore
Consultant HPB & Liver Transplant Surgeon, BGS Global Hospital, Bangalore - HPB and Abdominal Transplant Surgeon, Freeman Hospital (Newcastle upon Tyne NHS, UK)
Awards and Recognitions
National and International Awards:
- Association of Surgeons of India Gold Medal, 1999
- Adarsha Seva Sangha “Adarsha Pratibha Puraskara”, 2016
Recognition and Honours:
- Founding Member of Liver Transplant Society of India
- Member of Indian Association of Surgical Oncology
- Member of International Liver Transplant Society
- Member of International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
- Member of European Society of Organ Transplantation
- Member of Pancreatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland
- Member of Association of Surgeons of India
Research and Publications:
Published Papers in Medical Journals:
- Dr. Rajiv Lochan has published over 100 articles in national and international medical journals related to transplant and HPB surgical research.
Patient Success Stories & Testimonials
Patient Testimonials:
Life-Changing Liver Transplant Results
- Patients undergoing liver transplant surgery with Dr. Lochan often describe how his thorough pre-surgical planning and compassionate care helped them regain health and quality of life after advanced liver disease.
Expert Care for Pancreatic & HPB Conditions
- Individuals treated for pancreatic cancer, biliary tumours, and chronic pancreatitis consistently mention Dr. Lochan’s technical expertise and supportive communication style. Patients and families appreciate the attention to safety and tailored treatment plans for challenging HPB conditions.
Treatment Approach & Philosophy
Holistic Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery
- Dr. Rajiv Lochan believes in a patient-centered, evidence-driven approach that merges surgical excellence with holistic care. His focus on reducing surgical risk, enhancing transplant safety, and preserving organ function guides every treatment strategy.
Integrated Transplant & Oncology Care
- Dr. Lochan’s philosophy emphasises multidisciplinary collaboration, involving hepatologists, oncologists, radiologists, and critical care teams to deliver optimal outcomes, especially in living donor liver transplantation (LDLT) and complex HPB cancer surgeries.
Treatment Costs
The treatment cost can vary on the basis of complexity of the case, specific treatment procedure and hospital stay duration. Below mentioned are approximate costs of some of the key procedures performed by Dr. Rajiv Lochan.
| S.No. | Treatment / Procedure | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adult Liver Transplantation | ₹18,00,000 – ₹35,00,000 | $22,000 – $42,000 |
| 2 | Pediatric Liver Transplant | ₹22,00,000 – ₹40,00,000 | $27,000 – $48,000 |
| 3 | Complex HPB Resection | ₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,000 – $14,000 |
For scheduling an appointment or to know consultation fees, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds Team.
International Patient Assistance
The Cancer Rounds team is committed to assist international patients seeking treatment with Dr. Rajiv Lochan. Our services include
- Stay Guidance– Help in finding comfortable and cost-effective stay options for patients and their families close to the hospital.
- Travel support – Full assistance with visas, flight bookings, and local transport services.
- Interpretation Assistance – Access to professional multilingual interpreters to ensure smooth and effective communication throughout consultations and hospital visits.
- Online Consultations – Scheduling of virtual medical reviews and treatment plan discussions before the patient travels.
- Patient Case Manager – A dedicated patient case manager to manage coordination, appointments, and logistical needs.
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