Dr. Vaibhav Patil

About Dr. Vaibhav Patil

Dr. Vaibhav Patil is a Director of Hepatology, Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary services at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre in Chennai, bringing 12+ years of specialised experience in hepatology and liver transplant medicine. He completed his MBBS at Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai, followed by a Diploma in Diabetology and board-certified training in General Surgery and Medical Gastroenterology through the National Board of Examinations. His credentials were further strengthened by a dedicated Fellowship in Transplant Hepatology at Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai in 2018.

Dr. Patil's clinical depth spans the complete spectrum of liver disease management, from viral hepatitis (Chronic Hepatitis B and C) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease to cirrhosis, portal hypertension, hepatocellular carcinoma, and acute liver failure. He is highly skilled in advanced interventional hepatology procedures including ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound-guided techniques, variceal bleeding management, and therapeutic stenting. His training across prestigious international institutions—including the University of Birmingham Liver Labs, Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane, and the South West Liver Unit in Plymouth, UK—equips him with evidence-based, internationally aligned diagnostic and therapeutic expertise.

Dr. Patil places significant emphasis on patient-centred care, particularly for international patients seeking treatment in India. He has extensive experience managing patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and SAARC countries, offering them compassionate, transparent communication and detailed pre- and post-transplant counselling. His multilingual capabilities (English, Hindi, Tamil) and familiarity with diverse patient backgrounds make him an accessible choice for cross-border patients.

Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre is India's premier liver and multiorgan transplant centre, equipped with state-of-the-art operating theatres, advanced ICU facilities, and a dedicated international patient office. The institute maintains NABH accreditation and operates India's highest transplant volumes with proven long-term graft and patient survival outcomes. International patients benefit from seamless pre-arrival consultation, medical visa documentation support, and structured follow-up care protocols. For those seeking expert hepatology and transplant care in a resource-rich, internationally accredited setting, Dr. Patil at Dr. Rela Institute offers both clinical excellence and genuine patient partnership.