Liver transplantation is widely regarded as the most complex and technically demanding operation in abdominal surgery. In living donor liver transplantation (LDLT), this complexity carries an added ethical responsibility: safeguarding the health and well-being of a healthy individual who steps forward to give the gift of life. Their safety is not just a priority—it is the foundation of everything we do.
At Rela Institute & Medical Centre, we have reimagined what is possible in donor hepatectomy. For decades, the surgical community has dreamed of a truly minimally invasive approach to liver surgery—one that combines precision with uncompromised safety. Today, that dream has been realized.
Through one of the most advanced platforms in surgical innovation—the Da Vinci Robotic System—we offer living liver donors a near-scarless surgical experience that is transforming global standards. Robotic donor hepatectomy at Rela Institute is not merely about smaller incisions; it represents a new paradigm of surgical care:
Robotic technology amplifies a surgeon’s capability through 3D magnified vision, exceptional depth perception, and unmatched instrument dexterity. This allows our surgical team to carry out highly delicate dissections and vascular control with extraordinary consistency and accuracy—often surpassing the precision achievable in traditional open surgery.
Leading this transformative movement is Prof. Mohamed Rela, a surgeon recognized worldwide for redefining the boundaries of liver transplantation. Among his numerous global accolades, his expertise in performing the most challenging abdominal surgeries robotically sets him apart as a pioneer in the field.
Prof. Rela’s contribution to minimally invasive liver surgery is not theoretical—it is proven. A landmark accomplishment was the successful robotic living donor liver transplantation for a 5-year-old child suffering from a complex metabolic liver disorder. This extraordinary achievement stands as an irrefutable testament to his skill, precision, and visionary leadership.
At Rela Institute, our mission goes beyond surgical excellence. We honour the courage of every donor by ensuring they receive the highest standard of safety, comfort, and care. Our integration of world-class robotic technology with unmatched clinical expertise positions us among the very few centres worldwide capable of offering this level of innovation in living donor surgery.
As we continue to push the frontier of what is surgically possible, Rela Institute remains committed to a singular purpose:
to provide life-saving solutions with uncompromised donor safety and world-leading precision.
With robotic LDLT, the future of transplantation is not just less invasive—it is safer, gentler, and profoundly donor-centric.
Rela Institute — Where innovation becomes life, and every donor’s gift is honoured with cutting-edge care.
What are some symptoms of prostate problems?
Health 
Find a 
Book an 