Hepatology & Liver Transplant Referral Services
Dr Chetan Kalal
DM Hepatology | Liver Transplant Physician | Maharashtra
Dr Chetan Kalal is a superspecialist hepatologist providing structured evaluation and management of complex liver diseases, advanced cirrhosis, and transplant-associated conditions. As the first DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra, his practice is focused on tertiary-level hepatology and transplant medicine with protocol-driven decision-making.
He serves as a referral authority for clinicians seeking expert input in diagnostically challenging or treatment-resistant liver cases.
Referral Scope
Dr Kalal accepts inter-physician referrals for:
Complex Hepatology Cases
Decompensated cirrhosis & acute-on-chronic liver failure
Refractory ascites, variceal bleeding, HE, HRS
Complex viral hepatitis (HBV, HCV resistance, overlap syndromes)
Autoimmune, cholestatic and metabolic liver disorders
Drug-induced liver injury & diagnostic uncertainty
Transplant-related Consultations
Pre-transplant evaluation & listing strategy
Candidacy assessment for high-risk patients
Optimisation prior to transplant
Post-transplant complications & immunosuppression modulation
Graft dysfunction and rejection workup
Structured Second Opinions
Conflicting treatment plans
Complex imaging / histopathology interpretation
Advanced pharmacological strategy optimisation
Eligibility decisions for transplant or escalation of care
Consultation Formats
✔ Inpatient (IPD) tertiary-level case management
✔ Outpatient hepatology consults
✔ Remote second opinions
✔ International physician-to-physician consults
✔ Multidisciplinary case-based planning
Clinical Ethos
Evidence-based protocol adherence
Multidisciplinary coordination
Ethical decision-making
Outcome-oriented liver care
Transparent communication with referring physicians
Referring doctors receive structured feedback, clear management plans, and continuity recommendations to ensure seamless co-management.
Geography Served
Primary practice across:
South Mumbai, Lower Parel, Worli, Dadar, Bandra, Khar, Juhu, Andheri, Kandivali, Borivali, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Vasai & Virar
International physician consultations available on request.
Referral Contact
🌐 www.drchetankalal.com
📞 Dedicated line for physician referrals & second opinions
📧 Secure document sharing & case discussion access
