ਡਾ: ਅਮਿਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਬਰਫਾ is working as a liver transplant specialist and hepatologist at Apollo Hospital, Indore, with more than six years of experience. He holds MBBS, MD (Medicine), and DM (Hepatology) from CMC Vellore and MRCP (Gastro) from London. His areas of clinical interest include liver disease, cirrhosis, portal hypertension, acute and chronic liver failure, fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver transplantation.
Dr Barpha's profile also lists expertise in pre-transplant evaluation, transplant listing, ICU optimisation, post-liver transplant care, immunosuppression and long-term follow-up. He speaks English and Hindi. The listed consultation hours are 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Saturday.
Dr Amit Singh Barpha is listed under Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Apollo Hospitals and is known as a Hepatology and Liver Transplant expert. Dr Barpha has worked as a consultant hepatologist and liver transplant specialist and has several years of experience with hospitals in Indore and Hyderabad. His clinical interests cover both common and complex liver conditions.
Areas of Hepatology Expertise
1. Chronic Liver Disease
Chronic liver disease can have several causes, including viral hepatitis, metabolic liver disease, alcohol-related liver disease, and autoimmune conditions. Specialist assessment may involve identifying the underlying cause, reviewing liver function, and assessing fibrosis, cirrhosis, or other complications.
Dr Barpha's profile includes management of chronic liver failure, alcohol-related liver disease, viral hepatitis, autoimmune liver diseases and metabolic liver disorders.
2. Liver Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
Cirrhosis involves significant scarring of the liver and may affect normal liver function. Advanced cirrhosis can be associated with complications such as portal hypertension, ascites, varices, variceal bleeding and hepatic encephalopathy.
Dr Barpha's areas of expertise encompass cirrhosis and portal hypertension, including management of ascites, variceal bleeding and encephalopathy.
3. Acute and Chronic Liver Failure
Liver failure may develop suddenly or occur as a consequence of advanced chronic liver disease. Depending on the clinical situation, patients may require urgent assessment, intensive care and specialist management. In selected patients with advanced liver disease, liver transplant evaluation may also form part of the care pathway.
Dr Barpha's profile specifically lists acute and chronic liver failure management and ICU hepatology for critically ill liver patients.
Liver Transplantation and Transplant Care
Liver transplantation may be considered for selected patients with advanced or end-stage liver disease and certain other serious liver conditions.
Dr Barpha's listed transplant interests include pre-transplant evaluation, transplant listing, ICU optimisation, post-transplant ICU management, immunosuppression and long-term follow-up.
ਪ੍ਰੀ-ਟ੍ਰਾਂਸਪਲਾਂਟ ਮੁਲਾਂਕਣ
A transplant evaluation assesses liver condition, overall health, and other factors relevant to transplantation.
Post-Liver Transplant Care
After transplantation, ongoing medical follow-up may include monitoring liver function, medications, immunosuppression, and possible complications.
Fatty Liver Disease, NAFLD and NASH
Fatty liver disease involves excess fat accumulation in the liver. NAFLD and NASH are associated with metabolic risk factors and may be accompanied by inflammation or liver fibrosis.
Dr Barpha's current profile specifically lists NAFLD and NASH management among his clinical interests.
ਵਾਇਰਲ ਹੈਪੇਟਾਈਟਸ
Hepatitis B and hepatitis C are viral infections that can affect the liver and, when persistent, may be associated with chronic liver disease and cirrhosis. Evaluation may involve laboratory testing, assessment of liver health, and appropriate treatment planning.
Dr Barpha's listed interests include hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and other viral liver diseases.
Autoimmune and Metabolic Liver Diseases
Some liver conditions are related to immune-system activity or inherited and metabolic disorders. Dr Barpha's profile lists autoimmune hepatitis, primary biliary cholangitis, primary sclerosing cholangitis, Wilson's disease, haemochromatosis and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency among his areas of interest.
Liver Tumours and Biliary Disorders
Liver tumours may require multidisciplinary team assessment. Dr Barpha's listed interests include hepatocellular carcinoma, cholangiocarcinoma and metastatic liver disease.
His profile also includes biliary disorders such as biliary strictures, cholangitis and post-transplant biliary issues, along with endoscopic management of selected gastrointestinal and liver complications, including variceal banding and biliary interventions.
When Should You Consult a Hepatologist?
Hepatologist consultation is indicated in these conditions:
ਪੁਰਾਣੀ ਹੈਪੇਟਾਈਟਸ ਬੀ ਜਾਂ ਸੀ
Fatty liver with abnormal liver function tests
Suspected autoimmune or metabolic liver disease
ਅਸਧਾਰਨ ਜਿਗਰ ਫੰਕਸ਼ਨ ਟੈਸਟ
Suspected liver cirrhosis
ਪੀਲੀਆ
ਪੋਰਟਲ ਹਾਈਪਰਟੈਨਸ਼ਨ
ਪੇਟ ਦੀ ਸੋਜ ਜਾਂ ਜਲਣ
Complications of advanced liver disease
ਜਿਗਰ ਦੀ ਅਸਫਲਤਾ
Liver transplantation assessment or follow-up
If the following symptoms occur, medical advice should be sought, especially if you have liver disease:
ਚਮੜੀ ਅਤੇ ਅੱਖਾਂ ਦਾ ਪੀਲਾ ਹੋਣਾ।
ਪੇਟ ਦੀ ਸੋਜ
ਥਕਾਵਟ
ਡਾਰਕ ਪਿਸ਼ਾਬ
ਬਰੇਕਿੰਗ
Liver Disease Diagnostic Evaluation
Investigations depend on the clinical findings, patient’s medical history, and symptoms. Tests include viral hepatitis tests, bilirubin and liver enzymes, liver function tests, autoimmune tests, and MRI or CT scan. Fibrosis evaluation, endoscopic evaluation, and liver biopsy may also be applied in selected cases. The hepatologist reviews the available findings, makes the diagnosis, determines the stage of disease, and sets the treatment plan.
Liver Disease Care Journey
A common patient journey could consist of:
Initial consultation → Liver assessment → Diagnosis → Evaluation of disease severity → Establishment of treatment plan → Clinical observation → Advanced care or transplant assessment if necessary.
Not every patient needs every investigation or step of the journey. The care pathway depends on the patient’s condition.
ਹੋਰ ਪੜ੍ਹੋ
ਆਪਣੀ ਪੁੱਛਗਿੱਛ ਪੁੱਛੋ
ਦਾ ਤਜਰਬਾ
Dr Amit Singh Barpha's qualifications include MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Hepatology) from CMC Vellore.
He also holds MRCP (Gastro) from London.
His listed professional experience includes roles as a consultant hepatologist and liver transplant physician.
He has worked at Vishesh Jupiter Hospitals, KIMS Hospitals, and Yashoda Hospitals.
His training includes Christian Medical College, Vellore, and Gandhi Medical College.
Dr Amit specialises in liver disease, cirrhosis, portal hypertension, liver failure, fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver transplantation.
Q: Dr Amit specialises in liver disease, cirrhosis, portal hypertension, liver failure, fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver transplantation.
Cirrhosis and portal hypertension are specifically listed among his areas of clinical interest.
Q: Does he provide liver transplant care?
His profile lists pre-transplant evaluation, transplant listing, ICU optimisation and post-liver transplant care, including immunosuppression and long-term follow-up.
Q: When should I consult a hepatologist?
A hepatologist can assess persistent liver abnormalities, hepatitis, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, liver failure and other complex liver conditions. Specialist consultation may also be appropriate when considering a liver transplant evaluation.
Q: Where does Dr Amit Singh Barpha practise?
Dr Amit Singh Barpha practises at Apollo Hospitals, Indore. The current profile lists consultation hours as 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Saturday.
ਚੇਨਈ ਦੇ ਨੇੜੇ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਵਧੀਆ ਹਸਪਤਾਲ