Dr. Pradeep Krishna R V
Senior Consultant Specialist · Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore• View Hospital★ Complex General Surgery15+ Yrs. Experience
General Surgery trainingMBBSMSM.Ch (Surgical Gastroenterology)
Quick Facts
- Department
- Complex General Surgery
- Qualifications
- General Surgery training, MBBS, MS
- Experience
- 15+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Pradeep Krishna R V
Dr. Pradeep Krishna R V is Senior Consultant in HPB (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary) Surgery & Liver Transplantation at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, with over 15 years dedicated to hepatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation. His core specialities include living and deceased donor liver transplantation, HPB surgery, and complex hepatobiliary malignancy management, having been involved in more than 500 liver transplantations. He treats liver cirrhosis, hepatobiliary cancers, and complex biliary conditions, drawing on structured training in general surgery, HPB surgery, and abdominal vascular procedures. Dr. Krishna completed his General Surgery training at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, followed by his M.Ch in Surgical Gastroenterology from AIIMS, New Delhi. He was an integral member of the liver transplant team at Rela Institute, Chennai, training under the globally renowned Prof. Mohammed Rela before joining Apollo Hospitals in 2026.
Education & Qualifications
General Surgery training — Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
MBBS - devraj urs medical college, 2008
MS - General Surgery - PGIMER, Chandigarh, India, 2013
M.Ch (Surgical Gastroenterology) — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Clinical Career Timeline
Senior Consultant, HPB Surgery & Liver Transplantation — Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru (2026-present)
Liver Transplant Team Member — Rela Institute, Chennai, under Prof. Mohammed Rela
Prior — BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital, Bangalore
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
500+ living and deceased donor liver transplantations performed
Trained under Prof. Mohammed Rela, a globally recognised leader in liver transplantation
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Complex General Surgery
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Core Speciality
Abdominal Vascular Surgery
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Core Speciality
HPB (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary) Surgery
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Core Speciality
Liver Transplantation (Living & Deceased Donor)
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Core Speciality
Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures3 Procedures
Living and deceased donor liver transplantationHPB (hepato-pancreato-biliary) surgeryHepatobiliary malignancy surgery
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries2 Procedures
Liver cirrhosis managementAbdominal vascular procedures
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore
Bannerghatta Main Road, IIM Opposite, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar Bangalore Karnataka 560076 India
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What to Expect: Liver & Biliary Sciences
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Donor Liver Transplant (Complete Package) | $280,000 US/UK | $28,000 – $36,000 in India | 88% Less |
| Major Hepatectomy / Liver Resection for Lesions | $60,000 US/UK | $7,200 – $10,500 in India | 85% Less |
| Transarterial Chemoembolization (TACE for HCC) | $28,000 US/UK | $3,500 – $5,200 in India | 83% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Pradeep Krishna R V provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Pradeep Krishna R V specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in HPB surgery and liver transplantation, including both living and deceased donor procedures.
2Q: How many liver transplants has Dr. Krishna performed?
Ans: He has been involved in more than 500 living and deceased donor liver transplantations.
3Q: Where did Dr. Krishna train in liver transplantation?
Ans: He trained at the Rela Institute, Chennai, under Prof. Mohammed Rela, a globally renowned liver transplant surgeon.
4Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Krishna have?
Ans: He has over 15 years of experience dedicated specifically to HPB surgery and liver transplantation, both in India and abroad.
5Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Krishna have?
Ans: He has over 15 years of experience dedicated specifically to HPB surgery and liver transplantation, both in India and abroad.