MBBS · MS · MRCS (Edinburgh) · ASTS Fellowship (Multi-organ Transplant) · MSc (University of Alberta, Canada)
Aster CMI Hospital · Aster RV Hospital · Aster Whitefield — Bangalore
India · UK · Canada · France
When a patient is told they need a liver transplant, or that their pancreatic tumour requires complex hepatobiliary surgery, the name of the surgeon matters enormously. In Bangalore — and increasingly across India and the world — one name stands out for Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery and multi-organ transplantation: Dr. Sonal Asthana.
With nearly two decades of specialised experience, training from four countries — India, the UK, Canada and France — fellowship accreditation from the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, and five prestigious international transplant awards, Dr. Asthana is among India’s most accomplished and internationally recognised liver transplant and HPB surgeons.
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- Quick Overview — At a Glance
- About Dr. Sonal Asthana
- International Training Journey
- Qualifications — Full Table
- Areas of Expertise
- Procedures Performed
- Awards & International Recognitions
- Research & Publications
- Where He Practises
- Why International Patients Choose Dr. Asthana
- How Doctor Visit Bangalore Can Help
- Frequently Asked Questions
1. Quick Overview — At a Glance
2. About Dr. Sonal Asthana
Dr. Sonal Asthana is a Lead Consultant in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery and Multi-organ Transplantation at Aster DM Quality Care — consulting across Aster Hospitals and CARE Hospitals in Bangalore, Kochi, Hyderabad, Raipur and Indore.
He is among India’s leading HPB and liver transplant surgeons, with nearly two decades of experience in liver, kidney, pancreas and multi-organ transplantation — alongside advanced surgical management of diseases of the liver, gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas, including complex hepatobiliary cancers.
His clinical training spans four countries — India, the United Kingdom, Canada and France — making him one of the most internationally trained HPB and transplant surgeons currently practising in South India. He was trained at JIPMER (Pondicherry), AIIMS (New Delhi), St. James’s University Hospital (Leeds, UK), the University of Alberta (Edmonton, Canada) and INSEAD (France) — institutions that collectively represent some of the world’s finest centres for surgical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery and multi-organ transplantation.
Dr. Asthana has expertise in liver transplantation, kidney transplantation, pancreas transplantation, clinical islet cell transplantation — a rare and highly specialised procedure available at very few centres in India — and small bowel transplant. His ASTS-accredited fellowship from Edmonton, Canada places him among a select group of surgeons with internationally certified multi-organ transplant training.
3. Dr. Asthana’s International Training Journey
What distinguishes Dr. Sonal Asthana is the extraordinary breadth of his international surgical education — spanning India’s most prestigious medical institutions and some of the world’s foremost transplant and HPB centres in the UK and Canada.
4. Qualifications — Full Table
| Qualification | Institution | Country |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | JIPMER — Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research, Pondicherry | 🇮🇳 India |
| MS — General Surgery | JIPMER, Pondicherry | 🇮🇳 India |
| Subspecialty Training — Surgical Oncology | AIIMS — All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | 🇮🇳 India |
| MRCS — Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons | Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Advanced Training — HPB Surgery & Multi-organ Transplantation (4 years) | St. James’s University Hospital, Leeds | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| MSc — Postgraduate Research Degree | University of Alberta, Edmonton | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| ASTS Fellowship — Multi-organ Transplantation (Accredited by American Society of Transplant Surgeons) | University of Alberta Hospital, Edmonton | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| European Health Leadership Programme | INSEAD Business School, Fontainebleau | 🇫🇷 France |
5. Areas of Clinical Expertise
Dr. Asthana’s clinical expertise covers the full spectrum of hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery and multi-organ transplantation — from liver transplants and complex HPB cancer surgery to highly specialised procedures like clinical islet cell transplantation available at very few centres in India.
Liver Transplantation
Living donor and deceased donor liver transplantation for liver failure, cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma and other end-stage liver diseases. ASTS-fellowship trained at Edmonton, Canada.
Kidney Transplantation
Living and deceased donor kidney transplantation for end-stage renal disease. Wide experience in pre-transplant evaluation, surgery and post-transplant immunosuppression management.
Pancreas Transplantation
Pancreas transplantation for Type 1 diabetes and pancreatic failure — including simultaneous pancreas-kidney (SPK) transplantation. One of few Indian surgeons with certified pancreas transplant training.
Clinical Islet Cell Transplantation
A rare and highly specialised procedure involving transplantation of insulin-producing islet cells from a donor pancreas — available at very few centres in India. Dr. Asthana has specific training and expertise in this procedure.
Hepatobiliary Cancer Surgery
Surgical management of liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma), bile duct cancers (cholangiocarcinoma), gallbladder cancer, and complex biliary disorders. Subspecialty training from AIIMS New Delhi and St. James’s University Hospital Leeds.
Pancreatic Surgery
Surgical management of pancreatic tumours, pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts and complex pancreatic conditions including the Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy).
Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)
Specialised management of liver cancer — including surgical resection, transplantation for HCC within criteria, locoregional therapies, and multidisciplinary oncological management. Key research interest.
Hepatitis C Management
Medical and surgical management of Hepatitis C — including pre-transplant antiviral therapy, post-transplant recurrence management and modern DAA-based treatment in the transplant setting.
Post-Transplant Immunosuppression
Expert management of immunosuppression after liver, kidney and pancreas transplantation — preventing rejection while minimising side effects. A core research and clinical interest of Dr. Asthana.
Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury
Specialised research and clinical management of ischemia-reperfusion injury — a key challenge in transplant surgery affecting graft function and patient outcomes. Active research interest with international publications.
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6. Procedures Performed
- Living donor liver transplantation (LDLT)
- Deceased donor liver transplantation (DDLT)
- Living donor kidney transplantation
- Simultaneous pancreas-kidney (SPK) transplantation
- Clinical islet cell transplantation
- Small bowel transplantation
- Hepatic resection for liver cancer (HCC)
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Bile duct surgery and biliary reconstruction
- Cholangiocarcinoma surgery
- Gallbladder cancer surgery
- Laparoscopic HPB surgery (minimally invasive)
- Portal hypertension surgery
- Post-transplant immunosuppression management
- Pre-transplant liver disease optimisation
- Multi-organ retrieval surgery
7. Awards & International Recognitions
Dr. Sonal Asthana has received five prestigious international awards for his contributions to transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery — from the leading transplant societies in the UK, Canada and the USA.
8. Research & Publications
Dr. Sonal Asthana has published over 40 research articles in international peer-reviewed journals on transplantation and related topics. His research interests span the full clinical and scientific spectrum of HPB and transplant medicine.
Transplant Epidemiology
Population-level studies on transplant outcomes, recipient selection, waitlist management and organ allocation — research conducted at the University of Alberta, Edmonton.
Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury
Research on the mechanisms and clinical management of ischemia-reperfusion injury — a critical determinant of graft function and outcomes in liver and kidney transplantation.
Post-Transplant Immunosuppression
Clinical research on optimising immunosuppression regimens after liver, kidney and pancreas transplantation — balancing rejection prevention with side effects and long-term graft survival.
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Clinical and translational research on liver cancer management in the transplant setting — including patient selection, bridge therapy, recurrence prevention and long-term outcomes.
Hepatitis C in Transplantation
Research on the impact of Hepatitis C on transplant candidates, the use of DAA therapy pre- and post-transplant, and outcomes in HCV-positive liver transplant recipients.
9. Where Dr. Asthana Practises
Dr. Sonal Asthana consults across the Aster DM Quality Care network — making his expertise accessible to patients across multiple cities in India.
10. Why International Patients Choose Dr. Sonal Asthana
Patients from the Middle East, Africa, the UK, the Bahamas, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and beyond travel to Bangalore specifically for liver transplantation and complex HPB surgery with Dr. Asthana. The reasons are clear and consistent:
Internationally Certified Training
ASTS-accredited fellowship from Edmonton, MRCS Edinburgh, 4 years at St. James’s Hospital Leeds and INSEAD leadership training — a combination matched by very few Indian HPB surgeons.
5 International Transplant Awards
Recognised by the British Transplant Society, Canadian Transplant Society, AASLD and American Society of Transplantation — trusted by the world’s leading transplant organisations.
40+ Research Publications
His published research establishes academic credibility in ischemia-reperfusion, HCC, Hepatitis C and immunosuppression — evidence-based practice at an internationally recognised level.
60–80% Lower Cost Than UK/Canada/USA
Liver transplantation by a UK and Canada-trained ASTS-certified surgeon at Aster CMI Bangalore costs a fraction of equivalent care in the UK, Canada or USA — the same international standard at accessible cost.
English-Fluent · International Experience
Dr. Asthana is fluent in English, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi. His years of training and practice in the UK and Canada mean he communicates with international patients with complete ease.
Full International Patient Support via DVB
Doctor Visit Bangalore provides AYUSH letters, hospital invitation letters for medical visa, airport pickup, hotel support, interpreter and accompaniment during consultations for all international patients.
11. How Doctor Visit Bangalore Can Help
Whether you are in Bangalore, coming from another Indian city, or travelling from abroad — Doctor Visit Bangalore will arrange your priority appointment with Dr. Sonal Asthana quickly, easily, and free of charge.
- Priority appointment with Dr. Sonal Asthana
- Report sharing and preliminary guidance
- Treatment options and cost estimates
- AYUSH letter & hospital invitation letter
- Medical visa assistance — step by step
- Airport pickup — Kempegowda International Airport
- Hotel and accommodation near Aster CMI
- Language interpreter during consultations
- Accompany patient during doctor consultation
- Full treatment coordination — consultation to discharge
- Post-discharge report and follow-up coordination
- 24/7 WhatsApp support — we try to reply to every message
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12. Frequently Asked Questions
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Final Word
A liver transplant is not a routine decision. Neither is complex HPB cancer surgery, a pancreatic procedure, or the rare precision of clinical islet cell transplantation. These are decisions made in some of the most difficult moments a patient and family can face.
Dr. Sonal Asthana brings to each of these moments something genuinely rare — the combined training of JIPMER, AIIMS, the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, St. James’s University Hospital Leeds, the University of Alberta Edmonton and INSEAD France. Five international awards from four different transplant societies. Forty published research papers. And two decades of focused, specialist clinical practice at one of Bangalore’s finest hospitals.
Whether you are in Bangalore, coming from another Indian city, or flying in from the Middle East, Africa, the UK or the Caribbean — the right HPB and transplant surgeon, at the right hospital, at the right time, changes the outcome.
Doctor Visit Bangalore will arrange your appointment within 24 hours. Our service is completely free — for every patient.
Sources: Aster Hospitals official doctor profile (asterhospitals.in); Aster Medcity Kochi official profile; Transplantation Liver Programme — Aster CMI (transplantationliver.com); Organ Transplant India (organtransplantindia.com); Ortil Healthcare, Hexahealth, Vaidam Health, Credihealth, Heed Health Services, Wellnessdestinationindia (doctor profiles and experience verification); Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh; University of Alberta; INSEAD official records.
This page follows the Doctor Visit Bangalore Editorial Policy. Information is reviewed regularly and updated for accuracy. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not replace consultation with a qualified specialist. Doctor Visit Bangalore is a patient coordination service and does not provide medical advice.
Arman Ali is the founder of Doctor Visit Bangalore, a trusted healthcare navigation platform helping patients find verified doctors, hospitals, and specialists across Bangalore and all over in India. With hands-on experience in healthcare research and patient assistance, Arman has personally helped hundreds of domestic and international patients connect with leading hospitals including Apollo, Manipal, Fortis, and Aster. His content is grounded in real hospital data, treatment cost research, and direct coordination with medical professionals across Bangalore. He specializes in medical tourism guidance, treatment cost transparency, and specialist discovery for complex conditions including cancer, cardiac surgery, and orthopedic care.
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