Qualification
MBBS, MS, MRCS, ASTS (Multiorgan Transplant Fellowship), MScLanguages
English Malayalam Kannada HindiWork Experience
29 YearsResearch Experience
Dr. Asthana is an active researcher and has significantly contributed to the field of hepatobiliary and liver transplant surgery through his published research:• Liver Transplant Outcomes: He has conducted extensive research on improving liver transplant outcomes
investigating factors influencing patient survival
graft function
and quality of life.
• Minimally Invasive HPB Surgery Research: Dr. Asthana has explored the efficacy and safety of minimally invasive techniques in HPB surgery
evaluating their benefits in various procedures and patient populations.
• Multiorgan Transplantation Research: He has investigated the challenges and potential of multiorgan transplantation
focusing on improving patient selection
surgical techniques
and post-transplant care strategies.
• Liver Cancer Surgery Research: Dr. Asthana has conducted research on optimizing liver cancer surgery outcomes
evaluating the role of various surgical techniques
adjuvant therapies
and patient factors in improving survival rates.
Dr. Asthana's research has been published in peer-reviewed journals
including the Annals of Surgery
the Journal of the American College of Surgeons
and the Liver Transplantation Journal
showcasing his expertise and impact on the field. He has also presented his research at national and international conferences
sharing his knowledge with the global liver transplant community.
Awards & Achivements
Dr. Asthana's exceptional contributions to the field of hepatobiliary and liver transplant surgery have been recognized through numerous awards and accoladesincluding:
• Lifetime Achievement Award from the Indian Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ISGE)
• Best Liver Transplant Surgeon Award from Aster RV Hospital
Bangalore
India
Memberships
• Fellow of the Indian College of Surgeons (FICSI)• Member of the International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS)
Area of Interest
• Management of Hepatitis C• Post-Transplant Immunosuppression
• Hepatocellular Carcinoma
• Transplant Epidemiology
• Ischemia-Reperfusion