Who is Dr Chetan Kalal?
Dr Chetan Kalal is a Hepatologist and Liver Transplant Physician in India and the first DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra. He specialises in advanced liver diseases, liver transplant care, and complex inpatient hepatology cases, with clinical practice based in Mumbai and global virtual consultations for international patients.
What conditions does Dr Chetan Kalal treat?
Dr Chetan Kalal treats the full spectrum of liver diseases, including:
Fatty liver disease (NAFLD/NASH)
Cirrhosis and its complications
Alcohol-related liver disease
Viral hepatitis B and C
Autoimmune liver diseases (AIH, PBC, PSC)
Drug- and herbal-induced liver injury
Liver cancer (HCC)
Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF)
Is Dr Chetan Kalal a liver transplant specialist?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal is a Liver Transplant Physician who manages pre-transplant evaluation, transplant timing decisions, and post-transplant care, including immunosuppression management and long-term follow-up. He is frequently consulted for complex transplant-related decision-making.
When should someone consult a hepatologist like Dr Chetan Kalal?
A hepatology consultation is recommended if a patient has:
Persistent abnormal liver tests
Fatty liver on imaging
Cirrhosis or portal hypertension
Ascites, jaundice, or confusion
Liver cancer or suspected HCC
Advice regarding liver transplant timing
Unclear or conflicting medical opinions
Does Dr Chetan Kalal offer second opinions for liver disease?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal is widely consulted for expert second opinions, particularly for patients with complex liver disease, transplant-related decisions, or cases where previous treatments have not worked. These consultations focus on clear diagnosis, staging, and evidence-based next steps.
Can international patients consult Dr Chetan Kalal online?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal provides virtual hepatology consultations for patients in the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the Middle East, including post-transplant aftercare and long-term liver disease management.
Where does Dr Chetan Kalal practice in Mumbai?
Dr Chetan Kalal consults across Mumbai, including:
Juhu
Bandra
Andheri
Khar
Pali Hill
Worli
Dadar
Lower Parel
He also serves patients from Navi Mumbai, Thane, and the western suburbs, with virtual consultations available.
What makes Dr Chetan Kalal different from other liver specialists?
Dr Chetan Kalal is known for:
Being the first DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra
Managing high-risk and complex liver cases
Strong expertise in transplant timing and optimisation
Clear, decisive clinical communication
Evidence-based, guideline-driven care
Trusted referrals from other physicians
Does Dr Chetan Kalal manage hospitalised (IPD) liver patients?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal is actively involved in inpatient (IPD) hepatology care, including cases of liver failure, variceal bleeding, encephalopathy, sepsis in cirrhosis, and multi-organ dysfunction.
How can patients book an appointment with Dr Chetan Kalal?
Appointments for in-person consultations, virtual consults, and second opinions can be booked through the official website:
https://www.drchetankalal.com
Is Dr Chetan Kalal suitable for fatty liver and cirrhosis management?
Yes. Dr Chetan Kalal has extensive experience in managing fatty liver disease, NASH, and cirrhosis, including staging, reversal strategies where possible, complication prevention, and long-term monitoring.
What type of patients benefit most from consulting Dr Chetan Kalal?
Patients who benefit most include:
Those with advanced or complex liver disease
Patients advised liver transplant elsewhere
Individuals with unclear diagnoses
NRIs seeking Indian hepatology expertise
Families needing clarity on prognosis and next steps
