Dr. Giriraj Bora

Snapshot Highlights

• Chief of Liver Transplant & Senior Consultant in GI & HPB Surgery
• Over two decades of dedicated experience in Organ Transplant
• Performed India’s first Liver Transplant in Rajasthan
• Credited with the first Living Donor and Deceased Donor Liver Transplants in Rajasthan
• Recipient of the Young Investigator Award from the International Liver Transplant Society (2013)

Professional Journey

Dr. Giriraj Bora is a distinguished figure in the field of Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgery, serving as a Chief and Senior Consultant. His career is marked by a profound commitment to advancing patient care and surgical innovation. He has been instrumental in performing over 1500 liver transplants, demonstrating extensive practical experience and surgical acumen.

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bora’s primary expertise lies in Organ Transplant, with a specialized focus on Liver Transplantation and Hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) Surgery. He possesses a keen interest in complex procedures such as liver resections for hepatocellular cancers, combined liver-kidney transplantation, and advanced pancreatic surgeries, including Whipple’s pancreaticoduodenal resections and treatment for chronic pancreatitis. His skill set extends to ABO incompatible liver transplants and safe donor surgery in liver transplantation.

Academic and Professional Training

Dr. Bora’s foundational medical education includes an MBBS and MS from the University of Rajasthan. He further honed his surgical skills through an MCh in GI Surgery at the G B Pant Hospital, Delhi. His specialization was cemented with a Fellowship in Liver Transplant at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi, equipping him with advanced knowledge and techniques in the complex field of liver transplantation.

Pioneering Achievements and Recognition

Dr. Bora is recognized for several groundbreaking achievements, including performing the first Liver Transplant in the state of Rajasthan. He also holds the distinction of conducting both the first Living Donor and first Deceased Donor Liver Transplants in the region, significantly advancing organ transplantation capabilities. His contributions have been acknowledged with prestigious awards, such as the Young Investigator Award from the International Liver Transplant Society in 2013 and a Travel Award from the same society in 2012, highlighting his academic contributions and research efforts. He was also felicitated by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan for his pioneering work.

Research and Advanced Procedures

Dr. Bora’s research activities have focused on critical aspects of liver transplantation, including hemodynamic changes during the procedure and the impact of IVC cross-clamping in Living Donor Liver Transplants (LDLT). He is adept at performing a range of advanced gastrointestinal operations, liver resections for cholangiocarcinoma, shunt surgery for portal hypertension, ultra low anterior resection (LAR) for rectal cancers, and advanced laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgeries. His expertise in portal vein reconstruction during Whipple’s operation for pancreatic cancers underscores his comprehensive surgical proficiency.

Professional Affiliations and Contributions

As a key member of the liver transplant and HPB surgical team, Dr. Bora plays a vital role in donor evaluation, ensuring the best possible outcomes for transplant recipients. His commitment to the medical community is evident in his numerous publications in the field of Liver Transplantation and GI Surgery, and his presentations at national and international conferences, including those hosted by the International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS).