Best Liver Specialists in Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet, India

• Prof. D. Kannan is one of the best surgical gastroenterologists having 42 years of experience in this field.
• He is adept in treating abdominal pain, peptic/gastric ulcer, acute Pancreatitis, appendicitis, ulcerative colitis etc.
• His areas of interest are Endoscopy, Laparoscopic surgery, bariatric surgery, GI cancer surgeries etc.
• He was awarded the “Best Doctor Award” by the Times Group in Category of Stalwarts (2018) and by the Government of Tamil Nadu (2015).
• Dr. Kanna was bestowed with honorary FRCS from Glasgow University in 2009 and joined later as a teaching faculty.
• He is highly skilled in the field of hepato- biliary and pancreatic surgeries, accomplishing more than 2000 surgeries.
• He has published 20 papers in International journals.
• He holds membership of esteemed associations which include Indian Medical Association (IMA), Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), Indian Society of Gastroenterology, Tamil Nadu Chapter of Indian society of Gastroenterology, and Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI).
• Prof. D. Kannan pursued MBBS and MS (General Surgery) from Madras Medical College, Chennai, in 1982 and 1986, respectively.

Dr. Babu Elangovan is a highly renowned Senior Consultant specialising in Liver Transplantation and Hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) Surgery, and a leader at the forefront of advanced surgical gastroenterology. With over 22 years of dedicated experience, he has provided expert, life-saving surgical interventions, offering renewed hope and significantly improving outcomes for patients with critical liver and complex gastrointestinal diseases.

Why Choose Dr. Elangovan?

• Specialised Expertise in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery: With over 22 years dedicated to surgical gastroenterology, Dr. Elangovan brings profound skill to complex liver, pancreatic, and biliary procedures. 
• Pioneer in Advanced & Minimally Invasive Surgery: He is highly skilled in advanced laparoscopic techniques for stomach, esophageal, and colorectal conditions and has been a vital part of over 300 liver transplants, demonstrating exceptional proficiency in both live and deceased donor surgeries.
• Comprehensive Surgical and Diagnostic Excellence: Beyond his focus on transplantation, Dr. Elangovan possesses a comprehensive command of surgical gastroenterology, including upper and lower GI endoscopic procedures, which provide treatment for a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal diseases.
• Academic Leader & Award-Winning Surgeon: He completed his MBBS from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai, and MS in General Surgery from Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University, India in 2006. He holds an MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology and a prestigious Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery.