Whitefield - Bengaluru

Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi

Consultant - Surgical Gastroenterology HPB & Liver Transplant Surgery

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Overview

Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi is an experienced surgical gastroenterologist and liver transplant surgeon in Bangalore. He is currently practising as a Consultant - Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB & Liver Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Whitefield. With over 25+ years of rich experience, Dr. Rohatgi has extensive expertise in complex hepatobiliary, pancreatic, and liver transplant procedures.

Dr. Sanjeev’s qualifications include MBBS, MS, DrNB - Surgical Gastroenterology, and prestigious fellowships such as FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons) (Intercollegiate - UK), MRCS (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons), and FEBS (European Board of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary and Transplant Surgery). He has also undergone advanced fellowships in liver, pancreas, and kidney transplantation, enriching his capabilities with globally benchmarked surgical proficiency.

With a strong foundation in gastrointestinal surgery and liver transplantation, Dr. Rohatgi offers advanced surgical care for both adult and paediatric patients. His clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery, including liver resections for benign and malignant lesions, surgery for complex biliary strictures, cholangiocarcinoma, pancreatic tumours, and both acute and chronic pancreatitis. He is adept at performing minimally invasive HPB surgeries, ensuring quicker recovery and improved outcomes for his patients.

Dr. Rohatgi has a special interest in liver transplantation and brings with him deep experience in performing both cadaveric (DDLT) and living donor liver transplants (LDLT). His training has equipped him to manage complex liver surgeries with precision and care, ensuring optimal graft function and long-term patient survival. He is also proficient in pancreas transplantation and resection procedures for gastric and colonic malignancies, further extending his scope in gastrointestinal oncology.

In his role at Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Dr. Rohatgi prioritises patient safety, comprehensive evaluation, and a multidisciplinary approach to treatment planning. He maintains a strong commitment to patient education and transparent communication, helping individuals and families understand their diagnosis and treatment journey with clarity and confidence.

Dr. Rohatgi is an active member of renowned medical associations, including the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG), the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA), the International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), and the British Transplant Society (BTS). He continues to integrate evidence-based practices and innovative surgical techniques to deliver world-class liver care in Bangalore.

Field of Expertise

Adult and Paediatric Liver Transplantation (Cadaveric (DDLT) and Living Related (LDLT))

Pancreas Transplantation

Complex Liver Resections (Benign & Malignant) lesions

Complex Biliary Stricture Surgery

Cholangiocarcinoma

Pancreatic Cancer

Acute Pancreatitis & Surgery for Chronic Pancreatitis

Resection for Gastric & Colonic Malignancy

Surgery for Gastroesophageal Reflux

Minimally invasive HPB surgery

Fellowship & Membership

Advanced Fellowship Transplant (Liver/Kidney/Pancreas) Royal Infirmary Edinburgh, UK.

Senior Fellowship in Transplant & HPB, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle, UK.

Senior Fellowship in HPB, Basingstoke, UK.

Senior Fellowship in Liver Transplant, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK

Advanced Live Related Liver Transplant Fellowship (Medanta Hospital)

DNB GI Surgery Training - Jagjivanram Hospital Mumbai, 2005-08

Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)

International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)

International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS)

Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)

British Transplant Society (BTS)

European Board Surgical Qualification

Languages Spoken

English

Hindi

Punjabi

Awards & Achievements

Dual Lobe Liver Transplantation in a patient with renal dysfunction using a novel technique of without cross-clamping the inferior vena cava- Award Video presentation -IASG, Chandigarh 2018.

Role of Coronary CT Calcium Score, CT Coronary Angiogram & Conventional Angiogram in Pre-Operative Cardiac Evaluation and Early Post-Operative Cardiac Complication in Patients undergoing Liver Transplant, ILTS International Congress.

Type C Extrahepatic Biliary Anatomy – The Surgeons Pitfall” IHPBA’08, 8th World Congress, India.

Bile Duct injury- Significance of Extra Hepatic Biliary Anatomy Presented in the XVI National Conference of the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, AT PGI, Best Paper Award Session.

Talks & Publications

Publications in Indexed Medical Journals such as Journal of Pancreatic Surgery, World Journal of Surgery & HPB Surgery, etc.

Selection and Safety of Patients for Combined Live Donor Liver Transplant &Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery. Tropical Gastroenterology, July-Sept 2016, Vol37(3) S1:71-72.

Parenchymal preservation in right lobe liver tumors by optimal utilization of Rt. posterior sectorectomy. Tropical Gastroenterology, July 2017, Vol38 (3) S1:92.

Role of Prophylactic Octreotide in Pancreaticoduodenectomy: A single-centre Comparative Study in 456 Whipple’s Patients. Jr. of Pancreas 2016, Jan 08; 17(1):24-29.

ALPPS: Adverse Outcomes Demand Clear Justification in an Era of Improving Survival for Colorectal Liver Metastases. World Journal of Surgery. August 2014

Role of RFA in the management of Colorectal liver Metastasis HPB Vol 13, Supplement 2, April 2011, Page 92.

Radiofrequency Ablation and Transarterial Chemoembolization in the management of the Hepatocellular Carcinoma. - HPB Vol 13, Supplement 2, April 2011, Page 92.

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for primary and secondary liver cancer: initial experience at a tertiary referral center- British Journal of Surgery, 2009; 96(S6) 1–58.

Type C Extra Hepatic Biliary Anatomy- The Surgeons Pitfall”- HPB Vol. 10, Supplement Number 1 Feb/March 2008.

Woman with rare infection undergoes liver transplant- Dr Sanjeev Rohatgi, Consultant - Surgical Gastroenterology, Hpb & Liver Transplant, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road. Click Here

Manipal Hospital Whitefield as A Centre of Excellence Felicitates Organ Transplant Donors and Recpients I Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi, Dr. Ravi Shankar B, Dr. Rajesh Mohan Shetty.Click Here

Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi on Man gives up part of liver, land to save child | The Times of India.Click Here

Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi on Polycystic Liver Disease: Can This Condition Develop Cysts In The Liver? | The Healthsite Click Here

Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi on Here’s how smoking wrecks the liver | Happiest Health. Click Here

Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi on World Liver Day: Fatty liver disease: An alarming concern | Bangalore Mirror. Click Here

Dr Sanjeev Rohatgi on HIV and hepatitis: Infections of the same ‘route’ | Happiest Health. Click Here

Dr. Deepak Jayaprakash Kaddu, Dr. Sanjeev Rohatgi, Dr Ravi Shankar B, and Dr. Prakash Babu SML on When organs connect and heal | Bangalore Mirror. Click Here