Expert Hepatology & Liver Transplant Care in Mumbai | Dr Chetan Kalal
Advanced Liver Care. Expert Second Opinions. Clear Clinical Direction.
Dr Chetan Kalal is a hepatology specialist and liver transplant physician associated with Gleneagles Hospitals, Parel, Mumbai. His clinical practice focuses on the evaluation and management of complex liver diseases, cirrhosis and its complications, liver cancer assessment, liver transplant evaluation and post-transplant medical care.
Patients and families seeking an expert review of a complex diagnosis, a second opinion on liver transplantation, or guidance on treatment options can explore consultation and care pathways tailored to their clinical needs.
Hepatology & Liver Transplant Services
1. Expert Hepatology Consultation
Evaluation and management of liver diseases, including:
Fatty liver disease and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)
Chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis C
Autoimmune hepatitis and other immune-mediated liver diseases
Alcohol-associated liver disease
Cirrhosis, portal hypertension and complications such as ascites and hepatic encephalopathy
Acute and acute-on-chronic liver failure
Liver lesions and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) assessment
2. Liver Transplant Evaluation & Medical Management
Specialist assessment for patients with advanced liver disease who may require transplantation, including:
Evaluation of transplant indications and medical suitability
Review of transplant investigations and available treatment options
Medical management before transplantation
Coordination with the multidisciplinary transplant team
Post-transplant hepatology follow-up, including graft function, immunosuppression monitoring and management of medical complications
Transplant suitability and treatment decisions depend on individual clinical assessment and the multidisciplinary team's recommendations.
3. Specialist Second Opinions for Complex Liver Disease
Not just a second opinion — a clearer clinical direction.
A specialist second opinion can help patients and families understand a difficult diagnosis, reconcile conflicting medical advice and evaluate the next appropriate steps.
Consultation may include:
Review of medical records, laboratory results, imaging and biopsy reports
Assessment of the current diagnosis and disease severity
Review of treatment options and their potential benefits and limitations
Assessment of liver transplant indications and timing, where relevant
Guidance on further investigations, referral and follow-up
For patients requiring hospital-level care, the assessment can help clarify the need for admission, urgent specialist review or multidisciplinary evaluation. Admission and treatment decisions depend on clinical urgency, hospital assessment and available facilities.
4. Virtual Hepatology Consultations for International Patients
Patients living outside India may request a virtual specialist consultation for review of liver disease, complex reports, transplant-related questions and post-transplant medical concerns.
International consultation enquiries are welcome from the United Kingdom, United States, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and other countries, subject to consultation arrangements and applicable local requirements.
Virtual consultations can support medical-record review, treatment discussions and continuity-of-care planning. They do not replace emergency assessment, physical examination when required, or local medical care.
5. Post-Liver Transplant Aftercare
Ongoing hepatology care is important after liver transplantation. Follow-up may involve monitoring liver function, reviewing immunosuppressive therapy, assessing metabolic and renal complications, and coordinating investigations or specialist referrals when required.
Patients returning to India or living overseas can enquire about follow-up arrangements and coordination with their treating transplant team.
Consultation Locations in Mumbai & the Mumbai Metropolitan Region
Dr Chetan Kalal's consultation availability should be confirmed for the relevant hospital or clinic before visiting.
Patients searching for hepatology or liver transplant consultation can enquire from South Mumbai, Worli, Lower Parel, Parel, Dadar, Bandra, Khar, Juhu, Andheri, Pali Hill, Kandivali, Borivali, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Virar and Vasai.
Please confirm the current consultation venue, appointment timings and availability before travelling.
Why Seek a Specialist Second Opinion?
Complex liver disease can involve multiple treatment options, evolving investigations and decisions that affect long-term health. A structured specialist review can help patients understand their diagnosis, identify unresolved clinical questions and discuss the next steps with their treating team.
The aim is to provide evidence-based assessment, clear communication and coordinated care appropriate to each patient's circumstances.
Appointment & Contact
To enquire about an appointment with Dr Chetan Kalal for hepatology consultation, liver transplant evaluation, a complex-case second opinion, virtual consultation or post-transplant follow-up, visit:
Website: https://drchetankalal.com/
Please keep relevant prescriptions, laboratory reports, imaging, biopsy results, discharge summaries and transplant records available for your consultation.
For urgent symptoms such as confusion, vomiting blood, black stools, severe breathing difficulty or rapidly worsening jaundice, seek immediate medical assessment rather than waiting for a routine or virtual appointment.