Dr. Aswin S. Krishna
Consultant - Hepatology and Liver Transpant
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, ChennaiChennai, India
7+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MBBS
- MD (Internal Medicine), MMC
- DM (Hepatology), MMC
- PDF (Fellowship in Liver Transplantation)
Overview:
Dr. Aswin S. Krishna is a renowned Hepatologist and Liver Transplant Surgeon based in Chennai, with more than a decade of experience in the field of hepatology. He is currently practicing at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, where he manages a wide range of complex liver conditions, including chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, and acute liver failure. In addition to medical management, Dr. Krishna specializes in advanced liver transplantation, offering both living donor and deceased donor liver transplants.
His approach seamlessly integrates medical hepatology with surgical expertise, ensuring comprehensive care for patients at every stage of liver disease. Recognized for his precision, clinical acumen, and patient-centered care, Dr. Krishna is a trusted name for managing complex liver disorders and transplant procedures in India.
Achievements:
- Recognized among the top hepatologists in Chennai via patient reviews and ratings
- Active in medical education and transplant community (as per his personal site)
- Strong online presence with a dedicated “Liver Expert” center and public education on liver health
Conditions Treated:
- Chronic and acute hepatitis (viral, alcoholic)
- Fatty liver disease (NAFLD/NASH)
- Cirrhosis & portal hypertension Liver cancer / hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
- Acute liver failure / acute-on-chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic liver disease
Procedures Performed:
- Liver transplantation (pre- and post-transplant care)
- Medical hepatology: diagnosis, treatment, and management of liver diseases
- Diagnostic & therapeutic endoscopy / ERCP
- Preoperative evaluation and preparation for liver transplant
- Postoperative transplant care and long-term follow-up
- Comprehensive liver health programs