Dr. Pankaj Lohia

Major Conditions Managed

• Critical Care for End-Stage Liver Disease (ESLD)
• Pre- and Post-Liver Transplant Intensive Care
• Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure (ACLF)
• Management of complications post-transplant (e.g., rejection, sepsis, portal vein thrombosis, hepatic artery stenosis)
• ABO-incompatible Liver Transplant critical care management
• Intensive care for critically ill patients with hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases
• Multi-organ dysfunction syndrome in liver patients

Sub-specialties

• Transplant Critical Care Medicine
• Hepatobiliary (HPB) Intensive Care
• General Critical Care Medicine
• Pulmonary Medicine

Advanced Procedures Performed in ICU

• Advanced Haemodynamic Monitoring
• Specialised Mechanical Ventilation Strategies for Liver Patients
• Management of Immunosuppression in Critically Ill Patients
• Plasmapheresis and other protocols for ABO-incompatible transplants
• Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) in liver failure

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations

• Current Affiliations:
  • Associate Director, Critical Care - Liver Transplantation - BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
• Past Affiliations:
  • Sr. Consultant - Jaypee Hospital, Noida
  • Sr. Consultant - Max Healthcare, Saket, New Delhi
  • Consultant / Intensivist - Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
  • Consultant / Intensivist - Mittal Hospital & Research Centre, Ajmer

Key Achievements & Contributions

• A key member of high-volume liver transplant teams at India's leading hospitals (Max, Apollo, Jaypee, BLK-Max).
• Instrumental in establishing and managing state-of-the-art Liver Transplant ICUs.
• Co-authored significant research on expanding the donor pool through successful ABO-incompatible liver transplantation.

While specific awards are not listed, Dr. Lohia's position as an Associate Director in one of India's premier liver transplant centres is a testament to his expertise and standing in the medical community. He is a life member of the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM).

Published Papers in Medical Journals

• Live Donor Liver Transplant - ABO incompatibility, No More a Hindrance (Conference Paper, 2014)
• Hepatic Artery Stenosis after Live Donor Liver Transplantation: Intervene or Observe? (Conference Paper, 2011)
• Experience on Young Donors with Low GRWR in Adult to Adult Living Related Liver Transplantation (Conference Paper, 2010)
• Cavoportal Hemitransposition for Post Living Related Liver Transplant Portal Vein Thrombosis: A Valid Option (Apollo Medicine, 2008)

Patient Testimonials

• “My husband was critically ill before his liver transplant. Dr. Pankaj Lohia was the pillar of strength for us in the ICU. He stabilised my husband and made him fit for the surgery. His expertise in managing such sick patients is simply incredible. We believe he is the reason my husband is with us today.” - Mrs. Sharma
• “The period after my liver transplant was very challenging, with many complications. Dr. Lohia and his ICU team were there 24/7. His calm and decisive approach during moments of crisis was so reassuring. He is a master of critical care and a truly wonderful doctor.” - R. Kumar
• “We opted for a blood group mismatch (ABO-incompatible) transplant for my father. The risk was high, but Dr. Lohia’s meticulous management in the ICU, both before and after the surgery, was flawless. His knowledge of the specific protocols is immense. We couldn’t have asked for a better intensivist.” - Anjali Singh

Dr. Lohia is renowned for his versatile and profoundly patient-centric approach. As an intensivist in the liver transplant unit, his philosophy revolves around meticulous monitoring, proactive intervention, and seamless collaboration with the surgical team. He excels in managing the complex interplay of organ systems in critically ill liver patients, ensuring they are in the most optimal condition before surgery and are safely navigated through the challenging post-operative recovery phase. His focus is on preventing, identifying, and managing complications to ensure the success of the transplant and the long-term well-being of the patient.

The cost of critical care for liver transplant patients is highly dependent on the patient's condition and the duration of stay in the ICU.

Note: The above costs are indicative and may vary significantly. For consultation fees and a precise treatment plan, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds team.

Language Support
The Cancer Rounds team provides dedicated language interpretation services to facilitate clear and comfortable communication for international patients.

Visa & Travel Assistance
Our international patient services team provides comprehensive assistance with visa invitation letters, flight arrangements, airport transfers, and booking suitable accommodation.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations
Dr. Lohia is available for online video consultations to discuss the critical care aspects of liver transplantation, review medical reports, and offer an opinion before patients travel to India.