Gastroenterology at Apollo Hospital
4,300+ liver transplants with a 90% success rate, treating liver disease, colorectal cancer, and GI conditions across India's largest gastroenterology network.
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India's first paediatric liver transplant hospital, treating liver failure, GI cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease
- 4,300+ liver transplants, 90%+ success rate.
- Liver transplant performed on a 3-month-old Tanzanian baby, 2021.
- India's first paediatric liver transplant, Apollo Delhi, 1998.
- India's first multi-organ transplant (liver, intestine, pancreas), 2019.
- 2,000+ emergency GI interventions annually.
Gastro and Liver Treatments Technology at Apollo Hospitals in India
- Da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgery
- AI Polyp Detection System
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- FibroScan Liver Assessment
- Capsule Endoscopy System
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
- Power Spiral Enteroscopy
- ERCP Suite
Gastro and Liver Treatments at Apollo Hospitals in India for International Patients
Your gastroenterology or liver treatment is planned around your specific diagnosis, test results, and history.
Liver Transplant
Replaces a failing liver with a healthy donor liver, giving patients with end-stage liver disease a second chance.
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GI Cancer Surgery
Removes gastrointestinal tumours through robotic, laparoscopic, or open surgery matched to tumour location and stage.
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Bariatric and Weight Loss Surgery
Reduces stomach size or reroutes the digestive tract for significant, sustained weight loss.
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Liver Disease and Hepatology
Diagnoses and treats all stages of liver disease before transplant becomes necessary.
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ERCP (Bile Duct Procedure)
Diagnoses and clears bile duct and pancreatic duct blockages using an endoscope, without open surgery.
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IBD Treatment (Crohn's and Colitis)
Manages Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis through medical therapy or surgery when medication is not enough.
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Colonoscopy and Colorectal Screening
Examines the full colon for cancer, polyps, or inflammatory disease using a flexible camera with AI-assisted detection.
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Laparoscopic Gallbladder and Abdominal Surgery
Removes the gallbladder or repairs abdominal conditions through keyhole incisions, with same-day or next-day discharge.
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Online inquiry & medical files upload Share your medical reports for review. It takes less than a minute.
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Doctor review & treatment plan Within 24hrs you will receive treatment options & a preliminary plan before travel.
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Travel coordination We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.How do I contact the international patient team for gastroenterology or liver treatment at Apollo?
Reach the My 1Health team through:
- WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880
- Telephone: +1 718 550 0880
- Email: [email protected]
Send your liver function tests, imaging results (CT, MRI, ultrasound), endoscopy reports, biopsy results, and medication list via WhatsApp. The Apollo gastroenterology and hepatology team reviews your case and provides the treatment plan and cost estimate at no charge before you commit to travel.
How long will I need to stay in India for gastroenterology treatment at Apollo?
- Colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopy: 3 to 5 days
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy: 3 to 5 days
- Bariatric surgery: 5 to 10 days
- GI cancer surgery (colectomy, gastrectomy): 10 to 21 days
- Whipple's procedure: 14 to 21 days
- Liver resection: 10 to 21 days
- Liver transplant: minimum 3 to 5 weeks inpatient, then 4 to 6 weeks outpatient monitoring
- Paediatric liver transplant: 5 to 8 weeks before safe travel home
Your coordinator provides a specific estimate once the treatment plan is confirmed.
Is Apollo safe for liver transplant and GI surgery, and what are the success rates?
Apollo was the world's busiest liver transplant programme in 2023, performing 4,300 liver transplants including 500 paediatric cases. The confirmed success rate across all liver transplants is 90%+.
Apollo Delhi holds India's first paediatric liver transplant (1998), first liver-kidney transplant (1999), first liver transplant for HIV (2008), and first liver transplant for portal biliopathy (2009). Apollo Chennai performed India's first multi-organ transplant combining liver, intestine, and pancreas in 2019. JCI accreditation is confirmed across the network.
What does liver transplant or GI surgery cost at Apollo for international patients?
The cost varies by procedure type, complexity, transplant type (living or deceased donor), length of stay, and clinical needs. India is significantly more affordable than the USA, UK, Germany, or the Gulf for equivalent procedures.
To get a written estimate, send your liver tests, imaging reports, biopsy results, and medication list to the My 1Health team. The Apollo GI team reviews your case and provides a cost estimate before you make any travel decision. No charge for the initial review.
What makes Apollo different from other gastroenterology hospitals in India?
Several confirmed distinctions set Apollo apart:
- World's busiest transplant programme in 2023, confirmed across liver and solid organ procedures
- 90%+ liver transplant success rate across 4,300+ procedures
- India's first paediatric liver transplant (1998), first liver-kidney transplant (1999), first multi-organ transplant (2019)
- Apollo Navi Mumbai performed a liver transplant on a 3-month-old Tanzanian patient in 2021
- India's first Cellvizio GI tissue analysis system and Eastern India's first Power Spiral Enteroscopy at Apollo Kolkata (2024)
- AI-assisted polyp detection during colonoscopy available
- One of India's largest bariatric surgery centres with robotic and single-incision options
Will Apollo accept my existing liver and GI reports, or do I need to repeat tests?
Apollo accepts and reviews your existing reports before you travel. Send:
- Liver function tests (ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, albumin)
- CT, MRI, or ultrasound images (DICOM preferred; reports accepted)
- Endoscopy or colonoscopy reports
- Biopsy and pathology findings
- FibroScan results where available
- Hepatitis B and C serology
- Previous surgical summaries and medication list
The team provides a treatment recommendation and cost estimate before you book flights.
