Dr. Dinesh Jothimani

About Dr. Dinesh Jothimani

Dr. Dinesh Jothimani is the Director of Hepatology, Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre in Chennai, bringing over 19 years of specialist experience in the diagnosis and management of complex liver diseases. He holds the prestigious FRCP (Glasgow) and MRCP (UK) qualifications, along with a Consultant Certificate of Completion of Training in Hepatology, Gastroenterology & General Medicine from the West Midlands Deanery. His clinical training spans leading institutions in the United Kingdom and Australia, equipping him with internationally recognized expertise in hepatology and transplant medicine.

Dr. Jothimani is a highly skilled interventional hepatologist who has performed over 500 ERCP procedures throughout his career. His clinical depth spans acute liver failure, viral and autoimmune hepatitis, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, portal hypertension, liver cirrhosis, and advanced transplant hepatology. He manages patients across all spectra of liver disease, from initial diagnosis through complex therapeutic interventions and transplant assessment. His expertise in therapeutic endoscopy and hepatobiliary conditions positions him as a trusted clinician for both acute crises and chronic liver disease management.

Dr. Jothimani has a strong track record of treating international patients from the Gulf States, Africa, and South Asia, offering compassionate, evidence-based care with multilingual support in English, Hindi, and Tamil. His approach prioritizes patient education and clear communication about diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis. Patients appreciate his methodical approach to complex liver conditions and his ability to coordinate seamlessly with transplant teams when transplantation becomes necessary.

Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre is one of South India's leading tertiary-care centers, renowned for its liver transplant program and comprehensive hepatology services. The hospital is NABH-accredited and equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including advanced endoscopy suites, ICU support, and a dedicated international patient services department. For international patients seeking hepatology care in India, Dr. Jothimani at Dr. Rela offers the dual advantage of UK-trained consultant expertise and the cost-effectiveness of treatment in Chennai, making it an accessible destination for complex liver disease management.