Dr. Prof. Mohamed Rela
Chairman
43 Years of ExperienceHPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon
MBBS, MS, FRCS, D.Sc
Reg. No.:35564 Tamil Nadu Medical Council, 1982
English, Hindi, Tamil
Consultation Fee ₹ 600
About Dr. Prof. Mohamed Rela
Dr. Mohamed Rela is one of the world's most accomplished liver transplant surgeons, currently serving as Chairman and Managing Director of the Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre in Chrompet, Chennai. After completing his MBBS from Stanley Medical College, Chennai (1982), and his MS in Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery from Madras University (1987), he went on to obtain his FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh (1988). He then worked at prestigious UK hospitals before joining King's College Hospital, London.
In 2009, Dr. Rela founded the Institute of Liver Disease and Transplantation at Gleneagles Global Health City, establishing India's largest liver transplant program. With over 6,000 successful liver transplants to his credit, he pioneered split liver transplantation and earned a Guinness World Record in 2000 for performing a transplant on a 5-day-old girl, who is now a 24-year-old law student. Currently performing over 300 liver transplants annually and more than 450 complex hepatobiliary surgeries yearly, Dr. Rela has published over 900 scientific articles and is recognized as one of the most innovative pediatric surgeons globally.
Dr. Mohamed Rela's Expertise and Specializations
- Liver Transplantation (Autologous & Cadaveric): Dr. Mohamed Rela specializes in autologous and cadaveric liver transplants, having performed over 6,000 successful liver transplant surgeries, which has established him as the top Liver Surgeon in India and the world's leading liver transplant surgeon. He currently performs over 300 liver transplants annually, making him one of the most prolific liver transplant surgeons globally.
- Split Liver Transplantation: Dr. Mohamed Rela, Liver Transplant Surgeon, pioneered the innovative split liver transplantation technique, where one cadaver liver is divided and transplanted into two recipients, expanding donor liver availability and saving multiple lives. This pioneering technique was India's first.
- Pediatric Liver Transplantation: Dr. Rela offers expert care in pediatric liver transplantation, including the landmark Guinness World Record transplant on a 5-day-old girl in 1997, now a 24-year-old law student. He is recognized as one of the most innovative pediatric surgeons globally.
- Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) Surgery: Dr. Mohamed Rela, of Rela Hospital, a renowned HPB Surgeon in Chennai, specializes in complex hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeries, performing over 450 such procedures annually using advanced minimally invasive techniques. His expertise includes liver resection, pancreatic surgery, and biliary interventions.
- Robotic & Minimally Invasive Surgery: Dr. Rela specializes in robotic-assisted liver surgery and minimally invasive hepatobiliary procedures, conducting over 200 robotic liver surgeries annually with superior patient outcomes. The best Liver Transplant Surgeon in Chennai, he performed the world's youngest robotic liver transplant on a 5-year-old child.
- Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT): Dr. Mohamed Rela's reviews highlight his expertise in living donor liver transplantation, utilizing advanced laparoscopic and robotic donor hepatectomy techniques to ensure donor safety and optimal recipient outcomes. He performed India's first successful LDLT.
- Pancreatic Transplantation: Dr. Mohamed Rela manages pancreatic transplantation procedures for patients with end-stage pancreatic failure and diabetes complications.
- Multi-Organ Transplantation: He offers comprehensive multi-organ transplantation services, including simultaneous kidney-liver and pancreas-liver transplants. Dr. Mohamed Rela's contact number is available through the Dr. Rela Institute for scheduling consultations.
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Top Procedures Performed by Dr. Mohamed Rela and Their Cost
Dr. Mohamed Rela, a world-renowned Liver Transplant and HPB Surgeon, offers advanced transplantation and surgical procedures for liver diseases. Below is an overview of key procedures along with their estimated costs in INR and USD:
|
Procedure |
Cost in INR |
Cost in USD |
|
Cadaveric Liver Transplant |
INR 20,00,000 - INR 30,00,000 |
USD 24,000 - USD 36,000 |
|
Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT) |
INR 18,00,000 - INR 28,00,000 |
USD 21,600 - USD 33,600 |
|
Split Liver Transplant |
INR 22,00,000 - INR 32,00,000 |
USD 26,400 - USD 38,400 |
|
Robotic Liver Resection |
INR 15,00,000 - INR 25,00,000 |
USD 18,000 - USD 30,000 |
Note: The costs mentioned are approximate and may vary based on case complexity, patient condition, type of procedure, and hospital-specific policies.
Some Noteworthy Patient Reviews for Dr. Mohamed Rela
Dr. Mohamed Rela is highly regarded for his expertise in transplantation, patient-centric care, and pioneering techniques. Here are a few Dr. Mohamed Rela reviews from his patients:
"Dr. Mohamed Rela, Liver Transplant Surgeon, successfully performed my liver transplant at Dr. Mohamed Rela Hospital, Chennai. His expertise and compassionate approach gave me confidence throughout the procedure. His 43+ years of experience and over 6,000 liver transplants demonstrate exceptional surgical skill. The entire team was excellent and supportive during my recovery."
"Excellent care from the best Liver Transplant Surgeon in Chennai. Dr. Mohamed Rela's pioneering work in split liver transplantation is remarkable. His Guinness World Record for transplanting a 5-day-old baby shows his dedication to saving lives.
"Dr. Mohamed Rela is recognized globally as one of the most innovative liver surgeons. His knowledge as an HPB Surgeon in Chennai and experience with over 300 transplants annually make him the best choice. The robotic and minimally invasive procedures at Dr. Rela Institute represent the future of liver surgery."
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Education
- MBBS – Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai, University of Madras (1982)
- MS (Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery) – Madras University, Chennai (1987)
- FRCS (General Surgery - Upper GI) – Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (1988)
- DSc (Honoris Causa) – The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, India (2013)
Training & Certificates
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS)
- Advanced training in Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgery at King's College Hospital, London
- Specialized training in Split Liver Transplantation techniques
- Advanced training in Robotic-Assisted Liver Surgery
- Certified in Minimally Invasive Hepatobiliary Surgery
Past Experience
- Chairman & Managing Director – Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chrompet, Chennai (2018-Present)
- Dressor of Liver Surgery and Transplantation – King's College Hospital, London, United Kingdom (1991-2018)
- Head & Chief Surgeon, HPB & Liver Transplant Surgery – Global Hospitals Group, Chennai (2009-2018)
- Founder & Director – Institute of Liver Disease and Transplantation, Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai (2009-2018)
Awards
- Guinness World Record – First successful liver transplant on a 5-day-old girl (December 1997, recognized in 2000)
- Recipient of Multiple International Honors – Recognition for pioneering liver transplantation techniques
- Recognition as One of the Most Innovative Pediatric Surgeons Alive – "Top Master's in Healthcare Administration"
- World's Best Liver Transplant Surgeon – International recognition for the highest number of liver transplants globally
- India's Leading Liver Transplant Surgeon – Multiple medical organizations
- DSc (Honoris Causa) – The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, India (2013)
- Recognition for 6,000+ Successful Liver Transplants – Industry-leading achievement in organ transplantation
Associations/Membership
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS)
- Member of the International Liver Transplant Society
- Member of the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL)
- Mentor to liver surgeons worldwide in advanced transplant techniques
Paper Published
- Over 900 Scientific Articles & Book Chapters – Published in renowned national and international medical journals on liver transplantation and complex hepatobiliary surgery
- Over 400 Scientific Articles – Published in peer-reviewed surgical and transplantation journals
- "Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure: Consensus Recommendations of the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL) 2014" – SK Sarin, CK Kedarisetty, Z Alam, et al. (Co-author)
- "Why Are There So Many Liver Transplants from Living Donors in Asia?" – PubMed/NCBI, Published 2021, Cited 77 times. By M Rela et al., analyzing living donor liver transplant trends across Asia, Europe, and the United States
- "Auxiliary Partial Orthotopic Liver Transplantation for Acute Liver Failure" – Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, Published 2018. By NP Shanmugam, Dr. Mohamed Rela (Editor), et al., focusing on auxiliary liver transplantation techniques
- "Portal Flow Modulation in Auxiliary Partial Orthotopic Liver Transplantation" – Pediatric Transplantation, 2015. By Rela M, Bharathan A, Palaniappan K, et al. (DOI: 10.1111/petr 12436)
Field of Expertise
- ABO Incompatible Transplant
- Complex Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS)
- Contrast Nephrostomy
- Deceased Donor Liver Transplants (DDLTs)
- External Drainage PTBD
- Hepatectomy (Liver Resection)
- Incompatible Kidney Transplant
- Intestinal Transplant
- Kidney Transplant
- Liver Ablation
- Liver Transplant
- Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT)
- Lung Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant
- Pediatric Liver Transplant
- Percutaneous Nephrostomy Drainage Procedure
- Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiogram
- Post PTBD Cholangiogram
- Post-operative PTBD
- PTBD Externo Internalisation
- PTBD Internalisation
- Simple Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS)
- Transjugular Liver Biopsy
- Acute Liver Failure
- Budd-Chiari Syndrome
- Crigler-Najjar Syndrome
- End-Stage Liver Disease
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Liver Fibrosis
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Wilson's Disease
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