Dr. Karan

Professional Summary

Dr. Karan is a highly trained medical professional specializing in Medical Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology, currently serving as a Consultant in Hepatology and Medical Gastroenterology at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre (RIMC), Chennai. With over 14 years of medical experience, including more than 5 years dedicated to hepatology and gastroenterology, he brings deep clinical expertise to the management of complex liver diseases, liver transplantation, and advanced gastroenterology care. Dr. Karan completed his MBBS from PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Tamil Nadu, followed by his MD in General Medicine from Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and Hospital, Pune, and his DM in Medical Gastroenterology from Narayana Medical College and Hospital, Nellore. He further honed his expertise through an advanced Fellowship in Transplant Hepatology at Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, one of India's premier liver transplant centers. His clinical strengths encompass the management of decompensated cirrhosis, endoscopic and interventional procedures, critical care in hepatology, and comprehensive pre- and post-liver transplant care. Dr. Karan has also contributed meaningfully to research, with publications and presentations on cirrhosis, diabetes-related complications, and acute pancreatitis, further advancing knowledge in the field.

Specializations

• Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary

Procedures & Expertise

• Liver Cirrhosis
• ERCP
• Portal Hypertension
• Chronic Hepatitis B
• Chronic Hepatitis C
• Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
• Autoimmune Liver Diseases Management
• Chronic Liver Disease
• Refractory Ascites
• Recurrent GI Bleeding
• Chronic Pancreatitis
• Congenital GI Disorders Management 
• GI Stenting 
• Pancreatic Cysts 

Education & Qualifications

• Fellowship in Transplant Hepatology — Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre (RIMC), Chennai, Tamil Nadu (2022)
• DM (Medical Gastroenterology)— Narayana Medical College and Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh (2019)
• MD (General Medicine) — Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and Hospital, Pune, Maharashtra (2015)
• MBBS— PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Tamil Nadu (2009)

Hospital Affiliations

• Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre (RIMC), Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Research & Publications

Dr. Karan has authored publications in peer-reviewed journals including the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, Indian Journal of Basic and Applied Medical Research, and the International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences. His research spans topics such as serum ammonia as a biomarker in cirrhotic patients, diabetes-related cardiac complications, and acute pancreatitis. He has presented at national conferences including APICON, MAPCON, TNISGCON, ISGCON, and APISGCON.