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Dr. Sanjiv Saigal - Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences
Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery

Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences

Current designationVice Chairman & Head - Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine
Associated hospitalMax Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
Experience29+ Years
Introduction

Introducing Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

A concise, source-led overview for international patients considering specialist review in India.

Dr. Sanjiv Saigal is listed by Max Healthcare at Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket as Vice Chairman & Head - Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine, with a published clinical focus in Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences.

Dr. Sanjiv Saigal is presented as a possible specialist-discovery option in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery. This profile does not rank doctors, guarantee availability or predict the outcome of treatment.

About Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

Current role and professional background

Information is paraphrased from the linked hospital profile and clearly separated from InMedism’s facilitation role.

Dr. Sanjiv Saigal is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi. The current Max Healthcare profile lists the role as Vice Chairman & Head - Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine and the clinical specialty as Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences. Published education, work experience, memberships, awards and speciality interests are reproduced below where available from the doctor-specific official profile. Current appointment, availability and suitability for an individual case must be reconfirmed before travel.

International patients may use this information to identify a possible consultation route. The treating hospital must reconfirm the current appointment, availability, credentials and whether the case falls within the specialist’s practice.

Qualifications

Education and training

  • CCST (Gastroenterology, UK), 2005
  • MRCP – Royal College of Physicians, Edinburg, UK (1999)
  • DM (Gastroenterology) – GB Pant, Delhi (1998)
  • DNB (Gastroenterology) – NBE, Delhi (1996)
  • MD (Medicine) – PGI Chandigarh (1994)
  • MBBS (Gold Medalist) – Calcutta University (1989)
Work experience

Published professional experience

  • Dr. Sanjiv Saigal is currently working at Max Healthcare
  • Over 3400 Liver Transplants
  • Senior Director – Hepatology & Liver Transplant, Medanta Medicity, Gurugram (2010-2020)
  • Consultant – Hepatology & Gastroenterology, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi (2002-2010)
Speciality interests

Clinical interests described publicly

  • Liver Transplant
  • Cirrhosis & Portal Hypertension
  • Liver Cancer
  • Alcoholic Liver Disease
  • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Drug Induced Liver Disease
Memberships

Professional memberships

  • American Association for The Study of Liver Diseases
  • Founder Member - Liver Transplantation Society of India
  • Vice President (2020) - Liver Transplantation Society of India
  • Education Committee Member – International Liver Transplantation Society
  • Asia Pacific Association for the Study of Liver (APASL)
  • Governing Council Member - Indian Association for the Study of Liver (2011-2013)
  • National Academy of Medical Sciences (MAMS), New Delhi
  • Life Member - Indian Association for Study of Liver
  • Life Member - Indian Society of Gastroenterology
  • Life Member - Congress of Asian Society of Transplantation
  • Life Member - Indian Medical Association
Areas of expertise

Conditions, procedures and care focus

These terms support discovery and are not a recommendation that any procedure is appropriate for an individual patient.

Liver TransplantCirrhosis & Portal HypertensionLiver CancerAlcoholic Liver DiseaseNon-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseViral HepatitisDrug Induced Liver Disease
Career and academic context

Relevant professional highlights

These points help patients understand the published scope of experience; they do not predict an individual treatment outcome.

  1. INLAKS Foundation Scholar - King’s College Hospital, London, UK
  2. Human Care Award, 2018
  3. IMA Eminent Speaker, 2014
  4. Calcutta University Gold Medal
  5. National Pfizer Award
  6. Over 125 indexed publications
Important interpretation

Procedure volumes, awards and “first” claims are hospital-reported where stated. InMedism has not independently audited those claims. Treatment suitability and risk must be discussed with the treating team.

International consultation

How InMedism can coordinate the next step

After receiving a concise case summary, InMedism can identify the hospital channel, organize the record set and request a consultation or preliminary review. The hospital may ask for additional tests, imaging files or pathology before responding.

  • Prepare recent reports and the clinical question
  • Confirm the appropriate hospital department
  • Request availability and case review
  • Coordinate travel only after hospital guidance
Collaboration with InMedism®

Connecting international patients with Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

InMedism facilitates communication and medical-travel planning; the doctor and hospital retain independent responsibility for clinical decisions.

Through InMedism, international patients can organize their reports for review and request access to Dr. Sanjiv Saigal at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi. This coordination is designed to reduce avoidable delays and help the treating team receive a clear medical history before discussing possible next steps.

The process may include hospital-channel coordination, consultation scheduling, medical-visa documentation guidance, travel and accommodation support, interpreter arrangements and follow-up communication. Every treatment recommendation, estimate and expected outcome must be confirmed directly by the treating hospital after clinical assessment.

For patients considering Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences, InMedism focuses on a transparent, patient-centred pathway: appropriate records first, specialist review second, and travel planning only after the hospital provides guidance.

Conclusion

Considering this specialist for your case

Dr. Sanjiv Saigal is presented here on the basis of the official hospital profile, including the published role in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery and association with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi. This information can support initial specialist discovery, but it does not establish suitability for an individual patient or guarantee a result.

Patients should request a formal review of current reports and confirm the doctor’s availability, proposed treatment pathway, risks, expected recovery, estimated hospital charges and follow-up requirements before making travel decisions.

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Sources and verification

Primary profile source

Last checked 1 September 2026. Doctor titles, credentials, location and availability can change.

Official Max Healthcare doctor profile ↗
Contextual guidance

Questions about consulting Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

These answers provide general coordination information. Questions about diagnosis, risks or treatment require a qualified clinician.

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Can InMedism confirm an appointment with Dr. Sanjiv Saigal?

InMedism can submit a consultation request through the appropriate hospital channel. The doctor and hospital independently control availability, case acceptance and scheduling.

Does this profile confirm that Dr. Sanjiv Saigal is suitable for my case?

No. A qualified clinician must review the diagnosis, reports, treatment history and current condition before suitability can be determined.

Where did InMedism verify this doctor information?

The profile was checked against the official hospital doctor page linked in the Sources and verification section. Titles, availability and hospital associations can change.

What records should an international patient prepare?

Useful records commonly include a concise medical summary, recent reports, imaging and pathology where relevant, prior treatment records, current medicines and the specific question for the specialist.

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