About Dr. Vivek Vij:
- Dr. Vivek Vij is the Chairman of Liver Transplant and Hepatobiliary Sciences at Fortis Group of Hospitals, including Fortis Hospital, Noida.
- He has over 25 years of experience in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery.
- Pioneered living donor liver transplantation in India and standardized safety protocols to achieve a 100% donor safety profile.
- First surgeon from the Indian subcontinent to publish a series of laparoscopic donor hepatectomy in the journal ‘Liver Transplantation’.
- Has performed over 4,000 liver transplants with a 97% patient success rate and 100% donor safety record.
- Leads a comprehensive fellowship program, having trained over 50 fellows in liver transplant surgery.
Why Choose Dr. Vivek Vij?
- Extensive experience with a high volume of successful liver transplants.
- Expertise in complex hepatobiliary surgeries and minimally invasive procedures.
- Recognized for contributions to liver transplant research and education.
- Committed to patient-centered care with a focus on safety and outcomes.
- Active involvement in professional organizations and international collaborations.
Education Background:
- MBBS – B.J. Medical College, Pune
- MS (General Surgery) – University of Pune
- DNB (General Surgery) – National Board of Examinations, India
- MRCS (Edinburgh) – Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- Roche Preceptorship in Liver Transplantation – University of Alabama, Birmingham, USA
Awards & Accolades:
- Special award by International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), Chicago (2015)
- Best Liver Transplant Surgeon at Sanjeevani, 2024 by SEPC (Ministry of Commerce, GOI) and FHWP
- Best Liver Transplant Surgeon at the HTI Global Healthcare & Wellness Summit, 2024, Dubai, UAE
- Best Liver Transplant Surgeon Award at Advantage Healthcare India, 2023 by FICCI and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
- Awarded by Ministry of Health, Mongolia for contributions to liver transplant surgery
- Felicitated by Ministry of Health, Uzbekistan for support in Hepatitis Eradication Program
Dr. Vivek Vij Specialities:
Dr. Vivek Vij is a highly skilled liver transplant and hepatobiliary surgeon with expertise in treating complex liver diseases, performing both adult and pediatric liver transplants, and conducting minimally invasive liver surgeries. He is known for his pioneering work in living donor liver transplantation and his deep specialization in managing end-stage liver disease, liver tumors, and other hepatobiliary disorders.
Medical Problems Treated by Doctor
- End-stage liver disease
- Acute liver failure
- Liver cirrhosis
- Hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer)
- Biliary atresia and other pediatric liver conditions
- Complex hepatobiliary disorders
Medical Procedures Performed by Doctor
- Living donor liver transplantation
- Deceased donor liver transplantation
- Laparoscopic donor hepatectomy
- Hepatectomy for liver tumors
- Biliary reconstruction surgeries
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure)
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