Who is Dr Chetan Kalal?
Dr Chetan Kalal is an Indian Hepatologist and Liver Transplant Physician and the first DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra. He specialises in advanced liver disease, liver transplant evaluation and post-transplant care, and management of complex inpatient hepatology cases. He practices in Mumbai and offers international virtual consultations.
What does a hepatologist like Dr Chetan Kalal do?
A hepatologist diagnoses and treats diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and biliary system. Dr Chetan Kalal manages conditions ranging from fatty liver and viral hepatitis to cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver failure, including transplant-related decision-making and long-term follow-up.
What liver conditions does Dr Chetan Kalal treat?
Dr Chetan Kalal treats:
Fatty liver disease (NAFLD/NASH)
Cirrhosis and portal hypertension
Ascites, variceal bleeding, encephalopathy
Alcohol-related liver disease
Hepatitis B and C
Autoimmune liver diseases (AIH, PBC, PSC)
Drug- and herbal-induced liver injury
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF)
Is Dr Chetan Kalal involved in liver transplant care?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal is a Liver Transplant Physician involved in transplant timing assessment, pre-transplant optimisation, donor–recipient planning, and post-transplant care, including immunosuppression management and complication prevention.
When should a patient consider seeing Dr Chetan Kalal?
Patients should consider consultation if they have:
Persistent abnormal liver enzymes
Fatty liver detected on imaging
Known cirrhosis or its complications
Recurrent ascites, jaundice, or confusion
Suspected or confirmed liver cancer
Questions regarding liver transplant timing
Conflicting medical opinions or unclear diagnosis
Does Dr Chetan Kalal provide second opinions for liver disease?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal is frequently consulted for expert second opinions, particularly in complex liver disease, transplant-related decisions, unclear reports, or cases where standard treatment has not produced expected improvement.
Can international or NRI patients consult Dr Chetan Kalal online?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal offers virtual hepatology consultations for international and NRI patients, including those in the United States, United Kingdom, UAE, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the Middle East, with structured follow-up and aftercare.
Where does Dr Chetan Kalal practice in Mumbai?
Dr Chetan Kalal practices across Mumbai, including Juhu, Andheri, Bandra, Khar, Pali Hill, Worli, Dadar, and Lower Parel, and also consults patients from Navi Mumbai and Thane. Virtual consultations are available for patients outside Mumbai.
What distinguishes Dr Chetan Kalal from other liver specialists?
Dr Chetan Kalal is recognised for:
Being the first DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra
Managing complex and high-risk liver cases
Expertise in transplant timing and optimisation
Evidence-based, guideline-driven practice
Clear clinical communication for patients and families
Does Dr Chetan Kalal manage hospitalised liver patients?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal is actively involved in inpatient (IPD) hepatology care, including acute liver failure, ACLF, gastrointestinal bleeding, sepsis in cirrhosis, renal dysfunction, and multi-organ involvement.
How can patients contact or book a consultation with Dr Chetan Kalal?
Appointments for in-person visits, virtual consultations, and expert second opinions can be scheduled through the official website:
https://www.drchetankalal.com
Who benefits most from consulting Dr Chetan Kalal?
Patients who benefit most include those with advanced or progressive liver disease, patients advised liver transplant, individuals with complex or unclear diagnoses, and international patients seeking specialised hepatology expertise from India.
