| S.No | Type of Meeting | Date of Meeting | Recipient ID | Donor ID | Relationship | Status | Organ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District Authorisation Committee | 27.03.2026 | AHA1.0000365637 | AHA1.0000369773 | Mother to Son | Approved | Kidney |
The Organ Transplant Program at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, is one of India’s most advanced and comprehensive transplant centres. Recognised as a leader in complex multi-organ transplantation, our program combines world-class surgical expertise, advanced diagnostics, and compassionate multidisciplinary care to deliver consistently strong clinical outcomes.
From pre-transplant evaluation to long-term follow-up, every patient journey is personalised, ensuring safety, precision, and a pathway to renewed health.
The strength of a transplant program lies in its experience, infrastructure, and coordinated team approach.
While success rates vary by organ type and patient condition, Apollo’s structured transplant pathways, strict donor-recipient matching, and robust post-operative protocols ensure optimal patient outcomes and long-term graft survival.
At Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, our transplant program is led by a multidisciplinary team of highly experienced surgeons, transplant physicians, anesthesiologists, and critical care specialists. Each specialist brings deep expertise in complex organ transplantation, ensuring patients receive safe surgical care, precise donor matching, and long-term post-transplant support. Our collaborative approach helps deliver the best possible outcomes for patients undergoing life-saving transplant procedures.
Procedures and Treatments
Kidney transplants involve replacing a diseased kidney with a healthy one from a donor. This life-saving procedure is vital for individuals with end-stage kidney disease when dialysis is no longer effective. Our advanced surgical techniques and post-operative care focus on minimizing complications and promoting long-term transplant success. You benefit from our team's thorough expertise in preparing for the transplant, managing immunosuppressive medications to prevent rejection, and providing essential lifestyle advice to maintain kidney function. By choosing us, you are assured of a comprehensive approach to restoring kidney function and significantly improving your quality of life.
A liver transplant is a critical procedure for patients with severe liver disease or failure. The process involves replacing the liver with a healthy donor organ. Our program stands out due to meticulous pre-operative assessments and post-operative monitoring, which are crucial in safeguarding against complications. You can expect a holistic care plan to address not only the transplant itself but also nutritional and psychological needs, providing a pathway to renewed health. Our team ensures you receive education on lifestyle modifications necessary to protect your new liver, allowing you to lead a life free from the confines of your previous liver condition.
The heart transplant procedure is designed for individuals with severe heart failure, offering a chance for a new beginning when other treatments have not succeeded. Our expertise lies in selecting suitable candidates, optimizing them for surgery, and ensuring the donor heart is a perfect match. Cutting-edge surgical techniques and rigorous postoperative care minimize risks and foster recovery. As our patient, you are guided through a comprehensive rehabilitation process, empowering you to reclaim an active and fulfilling life. Our commitment to personalized care ensures you are well-prepared to embrace the numerous benefits of heart transplantation.
Lung transplants serve patients with debilitating pulmonary conditions such as COPD. Our center excels in patient selection and preparation, key factors that impact transplant success. You will receive a thorough evaluation, including pulmonary function tests, imaging studies, and tissue typing, ensuring you are an ideal match for transplant. Our surgical and postoperative protocols are designed to facilitate breathing improvements and quality of life enhancements. We provide rigorous follow-up care, aiming to monitor your progress and adapt treatments as needed, thus supporting you actively in navigating life post-transplant.
Heart-lung transplants are indicated for severe cardiorespiratory conditions. This combined transplant tackles both heart and lung diseases with a single procedure, promising a new lease on life for patients who would otherwise face significant limitations. Expert teams at our hospital ensure careful candidate selection, top-notch surgical care, and rigorous monitoring post-transplant. You will find our coordinated care extends to physical rehabilitation, nutritional counseling, and psychological support, aiding your recovery journey and adjustment to improved cardiac and respiratory function.
Primarily performed to treat type 1 diabetes, a pancreas transplant offers the possibility of insulin independence. By receiving a healthy pancreas, you can achieve better glucose management and avoid diabetes-related complications. Our highly skilled team utilizes state-of-the-art surgical methods to ensure the best outcomes. You'll receive a detailed preoperative evaluation to confirm your eligibility and comprehensive postoperative care to help prevent rejection and manage any side effects. Our goal is to restore your independence from daily insulin therapy and significantly enhance your lifestyle.
This complex procedure treats severe intestinal diseases when standard treatments fail. A small bowel transplant can completely transform the life of those unable to digest food properly. Our team provides seamless integration of surgical expertise, nutritional management, and postoperative care to support successful transplant outcomes. Before surgery, you'll undergo in-depth assessments to ensure readiness. Post-transplant, our support continues with personalized nutrition plans and regular follow-ups, helping you adapt to life beyond surgical intervention, ultimately improving digestion and absorption.
A suite of diagnostic tools and tests supports the transplant journey, ensuring early detection and personalizing treatment plans:
Imaging Studies
Essential for providing detailed insight into organ conditions
Chest X-ray
Offers basic imaging to check structural issues.
CT Scan
Provides detailed imagery for assessing complex internal structures.
MRI
Offers comprehensive soft tissue analysis.
Echocardiogram
Specializes in cardiac assessment for heart transplants.
Tissue typing (HLA typing)
Ensures donor-recipient compatibility, crucial for transplant success.
Psychological Evaluation
Assesses mental preparedness, ensuring comprehensive care plans.
Social Work Assessment
Addresses social needs and support networks.
Nutritional Assessment
Tailors diets to enhance recovery and long-term health.
Pulmonary Function Tests
Evaluates lung capacity and function, vital for lung transplants.
An organ transplant is recommended for patients with end-stage organ failure when the affected organ can no longer function adequately despite medical treatment. Common conditions include kidney failure, liver failure, advanced heart failure, severe lung disease, and certain pancreatic disorders.
Common organ transplants include kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, and small bowel transplants. In some complex cases, combined procedures such as heart-lung transplants may also be performed.
A comprehensive evaluation is conducted before a transplant. This includes medical examinations, imaging tests, tissue compatibility testing, psychological assessments, and discussions with a multidisciplinary transplant team to determine eligibility and readiness for surgery.
Recovery time varies depending on the organ transplanted and the patient's overall health. Most patients stay in the hospital for several days to weeks after surgery and continue regular follow-ups to monitor recovery and organ function.
After an organ transplant, patients need immunosuppressive medications to prevent the body from rejecting the new organ. These medications are usually required for life and are carefully managed by transplant specialists.
As with any major surgery, organ transplantation carries risks such as infection, bleeding, or organ rejection. However, careful monitoring, advanced surgical techniques, and long-term follow-up care help minimize these risks.
As with any major surgery, organ transplantation carries risks such as infection, bleeding, or organ rejection. However, careful monitoring, advanced surgical techniques, and long-term follow-up care help minimize these risks.
Yes. Many patients return to normal daily activities after recovery. With proper medication, regular medical follow-up, and healthy lifestyle habits, transplant recipients can lead active and fulfilling lives.
You can schedule a consultation at Apollo Hospitals Chennai by contacting the transplant department or submitting an online enquiry through the hospital website. Our transplant specialists will guide you through the evaluation and treatment process.
| S.No | Type of Meeting | Date of Meeting | Recipient ID | Donor ID | Relationship | Status | Organ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District Authorisation Committee | 27.03.2026 | AHA1.0000365637 | AHA1.0000369773 | Mother to Son | Approved | Kidney |
| S.No | Type of Meeting | Date of Meeting | Recipient ID | Donor ID | Relationship | Status | Organ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District Authorisation Committee | 07.11.2025 | AHA1.0000276523 | AHA1.0000403946 | Mother - in - Law to Son - in -Law | Approved | Kidney |
| 2 | District Authorisation Committee | 07.03.2025 | AHA1.0000276061 | AHA1.0000386822 | Mother - in - Law to Son - in -Law | Approved | Kidney |