Hepatologist vs Hepatobiliary Surgeon: Why Having Both Matters
Many liver patients are sent back and forth between a medical liver
doctor and a surgeon. At a complete liver centre, both work as one
team, which is safer and faster for the patient.
| Area |
Hepatologist (Medical) |
Hepatobiliary Surgeon |
| Treats |
Fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis, jaundice,
autoimmune and metabolic liver disease
|
Liver, bile duct, gallbladder and pancreas
conditions needing surgery, and transplant
|
| Main tools |
Medicines, diet, monitoring and procedures |
Surgery, resection, reconstruction and transplant
|
| When you need them |
Most liver conditions start here |
When surgery or transplant is required |
At Liver Surgeons,
Dr. Ashish George
leads the hepatobiliary and transplant side as a
hepatobiliary doctor and surgeon, working alongside
hepatology colleagues so that liver and hepatology
care is joined up.
Whether your liver problem needs medicines or surgery, it is managed
under one roof at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, as part of
our
advanced HPB and transplant programme
.
When Should You See a Hepatologist in Delhi?
See a hepatology specialist if you have any of the
following, which are among the most common reasons people search for
a hepatology doctor near me:
-
Abnormal liver tests:
High SGPT or SGOT on a blood test. See our guide on
what high SGPT and SGOT mean
.
-
Fatty liver on ultrasound:
The most common liver finding in India today.
-
Jaundice:
Yellow eyes or skin. See our guide on
jaundice in adults
.
-
Known hepatitis B or C:
This includes patients who have received a positive hepatitis test.
-
Diagnosed cirrhosis:
This can include symptoms such as a swollen abdomen or ascites.
-
A family history of liver disease:
Assessment may also be needed for risk factors such as diabetes,
obesity or alcohol use.
Liver and Hepatology Conditions We Treat
Our team manages the full range of
hepatology liver disease, from common conditions
to complex liver disorders.
| Condition |
Details |
| Fatty liver (NAFLD/MASLD) |
The most common liver condition in India and often
reversible when caught early
|
| Hepatitis B and C |
Modern antiviral treatment controls hepatitis B and
can cure most hepatitis C
|
| Cirrhosis |
Scarring of the liver, managed to slow progression
and prevent complications
|
| Jaundice |
Investigated to find the cause, from hepatitis to
bile duct blockage
|
| Alcohol-related liver disease |
Care for conditions ranging from fatty liver to
alcoholic hepatitis and cirrhosis
|
|
Autoimmune and metabolic liver disease
|
Including autoimmune hepatitis and genetic conditions
|
| Acute liver failure |
Urgent assessment, including emergency transplant
evaluation where needed
|
| Liver tumours and cysts |
Assessed with the surgical team when treatment is needed
|
Fatty Liver Care
Fatty liver is now the most common reason people seek
hepatology care in India. The encouraging news is
that early hepatology fatty liver treatment works.
With the right diet, weight loss and management of diabetes, many
patients can reverse early fatty liver.
Our team assesses the stage with tools such as FibroScan and builds
a clear treatment plan. Read more in our guides on
fatty liver disease in India
and the
Indian diet for fatty liver
.
Hepatitis B Treatment
Hepatitis B is a leading cause of liver disease in India, and finding
the best doctor for hepatitis B in India matters
because the condition needs expert, long-term management.
With modern antiviral medicines, hepatitis B can be controlled
effectively, protecting the liver from cirrhosis and cancer over
time. Hepatitis C can now be cured in most people with a short course
of tablets. Our team manages both conditions with regular monitoring.
Learn more in our guide on
hepatitis B vs hepatitis C
.
Advanced Liver Diagnosis
Accurate diagnosis is the foundation of good liver care. Our centre
uses the following diagnostic methods:
-
FibroScan and elastography:
A painless scan that measures liver stiffness and fat without
requiring a biopsy.
-
Ultrasound and Doppler:
Used to assess the liver, bile ducts and blood flow.
-
MRI and CT:
Used for detailed imaging when further assessment is needed.
-
Liver function tests and viral screening:
Help identify the cause of liver problems at an early stage.
-
Image-guided biopsy:
Recommended only when it is genuinely required.
Why Choose Our Liver and Hepatology Centre in Delhi?
When choosing a hepatology specialist or the
best hepatology hospital in Delhi, the following
factors matter most:
-
Medical and surgical care together:
Hepatology and HPB surgery are available under one roof, so
patients are not left moving between separate specialists.
-
A full transplant programme:
Advanced liver disease care is backed by
1000+ liver transplants
and strong graft survival consistent with leading centres.
-
Modern diagnosis:
FibroScan, elastography and expert imaging provide accurate and
early answers.
-
Experience across the full range:
Our team manages conditions ranging from fatty liver and
cirrhosis to liver cancer and transplant.
This combination is what patients are looking for when they search
for the best hepatology hospital in India or the
best hospital for gastroenterology and hepatology in Delhi NCR.
For patients across the capital region searching for a
hepatologist in Delhi NCR, Fortis Shalimar Bagh is
well connected and receives patients from Delhi, Gurugram, Noida,
Ghaziabad and beyond.
Online Hepatology Consultation
If you cannot travel, or want a specialist opinion before coming to
the hospital, an online hepatology consultation
is available.
Patients searching for a hepatologist online or a
liver specialist near me from other cities and
abroad can have their reports and scans reviewed remotely and receive
a clear plan before travelling.
Book an Online Consultation
Symptoms of Liver Problems to Watch For
-
Yellow eyes or skin, known as jaundice, along with dark urine
or pale stools
-
Persistent tiredness, nausea or loss of appetite
-
Pain or swelling in the upper-right abdomen, or a swollen abdomen
-
Unexplained weight loss, easy bruising or persistent itching
-
Abnormal liver test results found during a routine health check
If you have any of these symptoms, consult a
liver specialist hepatologist promptly. Early
assessment is when most liver conditions are easiest to treat.
See our guide on
when to consult a liver specialist
.
