Dr. Vivek Vij – Renowned Liver Transplant & Hepatobiliary Surgeon Liver Transplant Surgeon and Hepatobiliary Specialist

Doctor Overview

• Full Name & Designation: Dr. Vivek Vij – Chairman, Liver Transplant & Hepato-Biliary Sciences
• Specialization(s): Liver Transplantation, Hepato-Biliary Pancreatic Surgery, GI Surgery, Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery
• Years of Experience: 26 years overall (20+ years as a specialist)
• Current Hospital/Institution Affiliation: Fortis Hospital, Okhla, New Delhi, India

Qualifications & Credentials

1. Medical Degrees:
   • M.B.B.S. – B.J.M.C, Pune
   • M.S. – General Surgery
   • Fellowships & Special Training:
   • Roche Preceptorship – University of Alabama, Birmingham, USA
2. Certifications & Accreditations:
   • Medical Registration Verified
   • Published in Liver Transplantation – First from Indian subcontinent to report laparoscopic Donor Hepatectomy

Areas of Expertise

1. Major Diseases Treated:
   • Liver Cirrhosis
   • Liver Failure
   • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
   • Biliary Tract Cancers
2. Sub-specialties:
   • Living Donor Liver Transplant
   • Pediatric & Adult Liver Transplants
   • Advanced Pancreato-Biliary Surgeries
3. Advanced Procedures Performed:
   1. 4000+ Liver Transplants
   2. Laparoscopic Donor Hepatectomy
   3. Complex GI & HPB Surgeries

Professional Experience

1. Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:
   • Chairman – Liver Transplant, Fortis Hospital, Okhla
   • Fortis Hospital, Noida & Mohali (Founder of liver transplant units)
   • Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
   • Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
   • Rajendra Hospital & Medical College, Patiala
   • B.J.M.C, Pune
2. Key Achievements & Contributions:
   • Pioneered living donor liver transplant with 100% donor safety
   • Developed standardized safety protocols in liver transplant surgery
   • Founder of Fortis Liver Transplant Program

Awards & Recognitions

1. Awarded by Ministry of Health (Mongolia)
2. Award of Honour – International Platforms
3. Fortis International Liver Summit
4. ILBS Award
5. BFUHS Award

Research & Publications

1. Published Papers:
   1. Multiple publications in peer-reviewed international journals
2. Notable: Series on Laparoscopic Donor Hepatectomy in Liver Transplantation journal
   • Conference Faculty:
   • Regular speaker at International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS) meetings
   • Faculty at Fortis Liver Summit and national CMEs
3. Books/Chapters:
   • Contributor to surgical technique manuals on liver transplantation

Patient Success Stories & Testimonials

1. Notable Impact:
   • International patient base from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia
   • Widely appreciated for integrity, professionalism, and surgical excellence
2. Testimonials:
   • “I owe my second life to Dr. Vivek Vij and his team.” – Mr. Abbas (Iraq)
   • “He explained every step of my surgery and recovery with clarity.” – Mr. Rajesh Verma
   • “His compassionate approach sets him apart.” – Mrs. S. Dey
   • “Thanks to Dr. Vij, my father has recovered from end-stage liver disease.” – Anjali Thomas
   • “A world-class surgeon with a very humble nature.” – Mr. Karim (Dubai)

Treatment Approach & Philosophy

1. Patient-Centered Care:
   • Dr. Vij emphasizes complete transparency and patient involvement. His surgical plans prioritize donor safety and long-term recipient success.
2. Technology & Innovation:
   • Uses state-of-the-art laparoscopic and robotic surgical tools
   • Integrates regenerative medicine and basic science in surgical research

Consultation Fees & Treatment Costs

1. Consultation Fee
   • Custom Liver Transplant Packages: Available on request
2. International Patient Assistance
   • Language Support: English, Hindi, Punjabi
   • Visa & Travel Assistance: Facilitated via Cancer rounds team
   • Virtual Consultations: Available for second opinions and post-op follow-up

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vivek Vij?

→ You can call Fortis Hospital, Okhla or use the Fortis/partner health portals like Vaidam Health.

Is liver transplant safe for both donor and recipient?

→ Yes, Dr. Vij follows a 100% donor safety protocol with 97% overall transplant success rate.

How long is the hospital stay post-transplant?

→ Typically 2–3 weeks including ICU and ward recovery.

Does Dr. Vij perform pediatric liver transplants?

→ Yes, he has performed several successful pediatric transplants.

Can international patients avail online consultations?

→ Absolutely. Virtual pre-evaluation and second opinions are provided before travel.