Dr. Hitesh Chavda MBBS , MS (General Surgery), FICS, FRCS (Edinburgh, UK), FACS ( USA) Fellowship in Hepatobiliary & Liver Transplantation (Singapore/Korea/Germany/France)

Sterling Hospital, Ahmedabad

23 Years Experience

Dr. Hitesh Chavda – Director of Gastrointestinal Surgery & Liver Transplantation

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), FICS, FRCS (Edinburgh, UK), FACS ( USA) Fellowship in Hepatobiliary & Liver Transplantation (Singapore/Korea/Germany/France)

Professional Summary

Dr. Hitesh Chavda is a distinguished Surgical Gastroenterologist, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, and Liver Transplant Specialist with over 32 years of comprehensive surgical experience and 23+ years of specialized expertise in gastrointestinal, liver, and HPB surgery. As Director of the Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery at multiple premier hospitals in Ahmedabad, Dr. Chavda is recognized as a pioneer in liver surgery and cadaveric liver transplantation in Gujarat. With extensive international training from the UK, France, Germany, Singapore, and South Korea, he has established himself as one of India's leading experts in complex liver cancer surgery, living donor liver transplantation, and advanced gastrointestinal procedures.

Hospital Affiliations

Sterling Hospital, Gurukul, Ahmedabad

Hospital Features:

• State-of-the-art surgical theaters with advanced technology
• Comprehensive liver transplant program (living donor and cadaveric)
• Advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery facilities
• Multidisciplinary tumor boards for cancer care
• 24/7 emergency surgical services

Leadership & Professional Recognition

Pioneer in Gujarat Liver Transplantation:

• Driving Force in coordinating efforts to start cadaveric liver transplantation in Gujarat
• Leader in the field of Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary surgeries in Gujarat state
• Developer of liver cancer surgery programs in Gujarat
• Director of Surgical Gastroenterology Fellowship Program at Sterling Hospital

Specialization Areas

Liver Surgery (Hepatobiliary Surgery)

Liver Cancer Surgery:

• Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) resection
• Colorectal liver metastases surgery
• Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) surgery
• Liver tumor ablation and resection
• Complex multi-segmental liver resections

Benign Liver Conditions:

• Liver cyst excision
• Hemangioma surgery
• Liver abscess drainage and management
• Portal hypertension surgery
• Budd-Chiari syndrome surgery

Liver Transplantation

• Living Donor Liver Transplantation – Adult and pediatric
• Cadaveric Liver Transplantation – Brain-dead donor programs
• Donor Hepatectomy – Safe donor surgery with minimal complications
• Recipient Transplant Surgery – Complex recipient procedures
• Post-transplant Care – Comprehensive follow-up and management
• Transplant for: End-stage liver disease, acute liver failure, liver cancer, metabolic disorders

Pancreatic Surgery

• Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) – For pancreatic head cancers
• Distal pancreatectomy for pancreatic tail tumors
• Central pancreatectomy
• Surgery for chronic pancreatitis
• Pancreatic pseudocyst drainage
• Pancreatic trauma management

Biliary System Surgery

• Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy – Gallbladder stone removal
• Bile duct cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma) surgery
• Bile duct injury repair and reconstruction
• Choledochal cyst excision
• Complex biliary stricture management

Colorectal Surgery

• Colorectal Cancer Surgery – Colon and rectal cancer resection
• Total Mesorectal Excision (TME) for rectal cancer
• Laparoscopic and robotic colorectal surgery
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease Surgery:
• Ulcerative colitis surgery with pouch procedures
• Crohn's disease surgical management
• Stapled and pouch procedures (IPAA)

Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery

• Gastric cancer surgery (subtotal/total gastrectomy)
• Esophageal cancer surgery
• Laparoscopic Fundoplication – For GERD and hiatal hernia
• Gastric perforation repair
• Peptic ulcer surgery

Advanced Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery

• Laparoscopic liver resection
• Laparoscopic pancreatic surgery
• Laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery
• Robotic gastrointestinal surgeries
• Minimally invasive hernia repairs (inguinal, ventral, hiatal)
• Laparoscopic appendectomy

Emergency & Trauma Surgery

• Abdominal trauma surgery
• Gastrointestinal bleeding management
• Intestinal obstruction surgery
• Gastrointestinal perforation repair
• Emergency liver and pancreatic surgery

Other Specialized Procedures

• Retroperitoneal tumor excisions
• Splenic surgery (splenectomy)
• Soft tissue sarcoma excision
• Complex abdominal wall reconstruction

Treatment Philosophy

Dr. Chavda emphasizes meticulous surgical technique and patient-centered comprehensive care:

• Precision Surgery – Detailed surgical planning for optimal outcomes
• Minimally Invasive Approaches – Prioritizing laparoscopic and robotic techniques when appropriate
• Multidisciplinary Care – Collaboration with oncologists, radiologists, and specialists
• Tailored Treatment Plans – Individualized approach based on patient condition
• Education & Training – Commitment to advancing surgical education and techniques
• Community Health – Raising awareness about gastrointestinal and liver health

Advanced Surgical Expertise

1. Complex Liver Cancer Surgery

• Extended liver resections for advanced tumors
• Portal vein embolization for tumor growth management
• Two-stage hepatectomy for bilobar disease
• Combination of liver resection with ablation
• Salvage surgery for recurrent liver cancer

2. Living Donor Liver Transplantation Program

• Comprehensive donor evaluation and safety protocols
• Right and left lobe donor hepatectomy
• Pediatric living donor liver transplantation
• Adult-to-adult living donor procedures
• Excellent donor safety record with minimal complications

3. Advanced HPB Surgery

• Complex bile duct reconstructions
• Vascular resection and reconstruction for tumors
• Portal vein reconstruction
• Hepatic artery reconstruction
• Pancreatic vascular procedures

4. Minimally Invasive Oncological Surgery

• Laparoscopic liver resection for cancer
• Robotic-assisted gastrointestinal cancer surgery
• Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols
• Reduced hospital stays with faster recovery

Support Services

• Comprehensive surgical evaluation and diagnosis
• Advanced imaging and staging for cancer patients
• Multidisciplinary tumor board consultations
• Pre-operative optimization and preparation
• Advanced surgical procedures with latest technology
• Intensive post-operative care and monitoring
• Liver transplant evaluation and coordination
• Long-term follow-up and surveillance
• Nutritional support and rehabilitation
• International patient coordination services

Reopine Consultation Details

Available Services:
✅ First Opinion Consultations – Initial surgical evaluation for GI and liver conditions
✅ Second Opinion Reviews – Complex case assessment and surgical planning
✅ Liver Cancer Surgery Planning – Comprehensive surgical strategy for liver tumors
✅ Liver Transplant Evaluation – Donor and recipient assessment
✅ Pancreatic Surgery Consultations – Whipple procedure and pancreatitis surgery planning
✅ Colorectal Cancer Surgery – Advanced surgical options and treatment strategies

Languages Spoken:

• English (Fluent)
• Hindi (Fluent)
• Gujarati (Native)

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Last Updated: Jan 2026
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