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Dr. Vaibhav Patil

MBBS, Diploma in Diabetology, DNB (General Surgery), DNB (Medical Gastroenterology), Fellow (Transplant Hepatology)

Hepatology & Medical Gastroenterology
Liver Disease & Transplantation

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Dr. Vaibhav Patil

Brief Profile

Dr. Vaibhav Patil is a Consultant Hepatologist and Medical Gastroenterologist with over 12 years of clinical experience in internal medicine, gastroenterology, and hepatology. He specialises in diagnosing and treating complex liver and digestive disorders, offering patient-focused and evidence-based care.

He has advanced training in transplant hepatology and provides complete care for patients with liver disease, including pre-transplant evaluation, peri-operative management, and long-term post-transplant follow-up. His background in critical care and diabetology strengthens his ability to manage high-risk and multi-system conditions effectively.

His clinical interests include:

  • Autoimmune liver diseases

  • Metabolic liver diseases

  • Renal complications in liver disease

  • Opportunistic infections after liver transplantation

  • Psychosocial aspects of alcoholic liver disease

Along with clinical practice, he is actively involved in medical research. His current work focuses on identifying predictors of paracentesis-induced acute kidney injury in liver cirrhosis. His previous research includes studies on diabetic cardiac autonomic neuropathy and adult-onset type 1 diabetes mellitus, reflecting his strong commitment to advancing medical care and improving patient outcomes.

Educational Qualifications

  • Fellow in Transplant Hepatology
    Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai
    Jan 2018 – Sept 2018
  • DNB Medical Gastroenterology
     National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
     2017
  • DNB General Surgery
     National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
     2012
  • Diploma in Diabetology
     Topiwala National Medical College & Nair Hospital, Mumbai
     2009
  • MBBS
     Topiwala National Medical College & Nair Hospital, Mumbai
     2005

Clinical Expertise

Liver Diseases & Disorders

  • Viral Hepatitis (Hepatitis A, B, C, E)
  • Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD & NASH)
  • Alcoholic Liver Disease
  • Autoimmune Hepatitis
  • Cirrhosis & Chronic Liver Disease
  • Genetic & Metabolic Liver Disorders (Wilson’s Disease, Hemochromatosis, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency)
  • Non-Cirrhotic Portal Fibrosis (NCPF)
  • Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
  • Budd-Chiari Syndrome

Liver Failure & Critical Care

  • Acute Liver Failure
  • Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure (ACLF)
  • Complications of Cirrhosis (Ascites, Variceal Bleeding, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Hepatorenal Syndrome)

Liver Transplantation

  • Liver Transplantation
  • Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT)
  • Cadaveric/Deceased Donor Transplantation
  • Pre- and Post-Liver Transplant Care
  • Management of Long Term Care Post Liver Transplantation

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopic Procedures in Hepatology

  • Endoscopic Management of Variceal Bleeding (Band Ligation, Sclerotherapy, Glue Therapy)
  • ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) for Biliary Disorders
  • EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)-guided Procedures
  • Liver Biopsy (Percutaneous, Transjugular)
  • Colonoscopy
  • Fibroscan & Advanced Non-invasive Liver Fibrosis Assessment
  • Portal Hypertension Management (TIPS – Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt)
  • Upper GI Endoscopy
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Endoscopic Ballooning Procedures
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Narrow Band Imaging
  • Chromoendoscopy
  • Complex Therapeutic Endoscopy

Liver Tumours & Oncology

  • Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)
  • Benign Liver Tumours (Hemangioma, Focal Nodular Hyperplasia, Adenoma)
  • Pre- and Post-Liver Cancer Transplant Management
  • Hepatoblastoma
  • Liver Metastasis
  • Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Tumours)

Preventive & Lifestyle Hepatology

  • Screening & Vaccination for Viral Hepatitis
  • Lifestyle & Nutrition Counselling for Fatty Liver Disease
  • Alcohol Cessation Programs for Liver Health
  • Long-term Surveillance for High-risk Patients (HCC Screening in Cirrhosis)

Other Related Expertise

  • Gastrointestinal Disorders (GERD, Gastritis, Peptic Ulcer, IBD, IBS, Celiac, GI bleeding, Diverticular disease, GI infections, Functional bowel disorders)
  • Pancreatic Disorders (Pancreatitis, Pancreatic cysts & tumors)
  • Biliary Disorders (Gallstones, Gallbladder polyps, Choledocholithiasis, Cholangitis)
  • Molecular & Genetic Diagnostics
  • Hepatic Functional Imaging
  • Comprehensive Laboratory Services

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Editorial Work and Reviewer

Innovation

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Research and Publication

Current Research

  • Predictors of Paracentesis-Induced Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in Liver Cirrhosis
     Under the guidance of Dr. Jayanthi Venkataraman

Thesis Work

  • Prolonged QT Interval as a Marker of Diabetic Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy

Thesis during DNB Internal Medicine

  • Prevalence of Adult-Onset Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Amongst Outdoor Young Lean Diabetics from Stimulated C-Peptide Test
     Thesis during Diploma in Diabetology

Experience

  • Consultant – Hepatology
     Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre (RIMC), Chennai
     Present
  • Senior Resident – Medical Gastroenterology
     Narayana Medical College and Hospital, Nellore
     2019 – 2022
  • Consultant Diabetologist & Metabolic Physician
     Mumbai, India
     Jan 2014 – Dec 2014
  • Chief Intensivist
     Zynova Heart Institute, Mumbai, India
     Jan 2013 – Dec 2014

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