Liver transplant involves a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals who work collaboratively to assess, treat, and care for patients before, during, and after the transplant procedure. Here are the key doctors and departments involved in the treatment of liver transplant:

1. Hepatologist: Hepatologists are specialists in liver diseases and play a central role in evaluating patients for liver transplant candidacy. They manage the medical aspects of liver disease, including diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management. Hepatologists work closely with transplant surgeons to determine the appropriate timing for transplantation and optimise patients’ health before surgery.

2. Transplant Surgeon: Transplant surgeons are highly specialised in performing liver transplant surgeries. They lead the surgical team during the transplant procedure, which involves removing the diseased liver and implanting the donor liver. Transplant surgeons have extensive expertise in surgical techniques and managing potential complications associated with liver transplantation.

3. Immunologist/Immunopathologist: These specialists focus on managing the immunosuppressive therapy that transplant recipients require to prevent rejection of the donor liver. They monitor patients for signs of rejection, adjust medications as needed, and collaborate with other members of the transplant team to optimise immune suppression while minimising risks of infection and other complications.