Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam
Consultant – HPB Surgery & Liver Transplantation | Specialist in Liver Transplant & Advanced HPB Surgery BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
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About Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam
5+ Years of Experience
Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam is a Consultant in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, with specialised training spanning gastrointestinal surgery, hepatopancreatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation.
Her practice encompasses the surgical care of patients requiring liver transplantation and advanced HPB procedures, with particular interests in living donor liver transplantation, paediatric liver transplantation and ABO-incompatible transplantation. She also has a special interest in robotic HPB and liver donor surgery. Dr. Rekha's training includes a fellowship in Gastrointestinal Surgery at BGS Global Hospital, Bangalore, followed by focused fellowships in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation and Liver Transplantation at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital.
Alongside her clinical practice, she has contributed to research examining surgical techniques, donor procedures and outcomes in liver transplantation. Her academic work includes studies on portal inflow modulation, donor arterial anatomy, MASH-related transplant outcomes and donor ANA positivity.
Her approach combines focused transplant and HPB training with careful clinical assessment, helping patients understand their diagnosis and the treatment options appropriate to their individual circumstances.
Area of Expertise
Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam's practice is centred on advanced liver and hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, with particular expertise in transplant-related procedures. Her specialised training allows her to work across both transplantation and complex HPB surgery, two closely connected areas of advanced abdominal surgery.
Living Donor Liver Transplantation
Pediatric Liver Transplantation
ABO-Incompatible Liver Transplantation
Pancreatic Surgery
Biliary Surgery
Liver Surgery
Robotic HPB Surgery
Education, Training & Work Experience
Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam
Education & Advanced Training
Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam has undertaken a progressive course of medical and surgical education, moving from general surgery into gastrointestinal, HPB and transplant surgery.
Medical Education
MBBS
M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, RGUHS, Bangalore
2008
MD – Hospital Administration
KMC, Manipal University, Manipal
2014
DNB – Health & Hospital Administration
2014
DIM – Diploma in Management
IGNOU
2014
MS – General Surgery
RGUHS, Bangalore
2019
Specialist Surgical Training
FGIS – Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Surgery
BGS Global Hospital, Bangalore
2019–2021
Fellowship in HPB Surgery & Liver Transplantation
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
2021–2022
LTSI Fellowship in Liver Transplantation
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
2022–2024
Her specialist fellowships have provided dedicated exposure to gastrointestinal surgery, HPB surgery and advanced liver transplantation, forming the foundation of her current practice.
Professional Experience
Consultant – HPB Surgery & Liver Transplantation
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
April 2021 – Present
Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam currently practises as a Consultant in HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi.
Her role is focused on the assessment and surgical management of patients requiring specialised care in liver transplantation and HPB surgery.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam is associated with professional organisations representing the fields of liver transplantation, surgery and hospital administration.
- International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
- Liver Transplantation Society of India (LTSI)
- The Association of Surgeons of India
- Academy of Hospital Administration (AHA)
Research & Academic Contributions
Advancing Knowledge in Liver Transplantation & Donor Surgery
Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam has contributed to published research in liver transplantation and HPB surgery, with her academic work addressing areas such as transplant outcomes, portal inflow management and techniques used in living donor surgery.
Her publications demonstrate an ongoing interest in improving surgical decision-making and understanding factors that can influence outcomes for transplant recipients and living donors.
Selected Publications
Implementation of Intraoperative Distal Splenic Artery Ligation for Portal Inflow Modulation in Adult Living Donor Liver Transplantation. Liver Transplantation, 2025
31(10):1238–1249. DOI: 10.1097/LVT.0000000000000635
Ultrasound Doppler Guided Approach to Segment IV Artery in Right Lobe Donor Hepatectomies. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, 2025 15:103260. DOI: 10.1016/j.jceh.2025.103260
A Comparative Analysis of Post-Transplant Outcomes in MASH versus Other Liver Disorders. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, 2025 15:103259. DOI: 10.1016/j.jceh.2025.103259
Impact of Donor Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) Positivity on Outcomes Following Living Donor Liver Transplantation: A Propensity-Matched Analysis. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, 2025
15:103231
Reply: Graft Inflow Modulation by Splenic Artery Ligation in Living Donor Liver Transplant Recipients in Different Time Frames—A Parallax! Liver Transplantation, 2026, 32(7):E45–E46. DOI: 10.1097/LVT.0000000000000836
A Patient-Focused Approach to Complex Surgical Care
Clear Guidance. Thoughtful Evaluation. Specialised Surgical Expertise.
A diagnosis requiring liver surgery or transplantation can raise complex questions for both patients and their families. Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam's approach is centred on evaluating the individual's condition carefully and explaining the available treatment pathways before proceeding with surgery.
Her background across general surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, HPB surgery and liver transplantation allows her to bring a broad surgical perspective to complex abdominal conditions.
For patients being considered for transplantation, the assessment may involve understanding the patient's overall condition, determining transplant suitability and, where living donation is being considered, evaluating the donor and the surgical requirements involved.
The emphasis is on appropriate treatment selection, informed decision-making and personalised surgical planning.
Patients choose Dr. Rekha Subramaniyam, liver specialist in Delhi for the following reasons:
Specialised Training: Advanced fellowship training in gastrointestinal surgery, HPB surgery and liver transplantation.
Transplant Expertise: Focused clinical interests in living donor, paediatric and ABO-incompatible liver transplantation.
HPB Specialisation: Dedicated expertise in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, including robotic HPB procedures.
Donor Surgery: Specialised interest in surgical care associated with living liver donation.
Academic Engagement: Published research covering liver transplantation, donor surgery, transplant outcomes and portal inflow modulation.
Patient-Centred Care: A considered approach focused on understanding the patient's condition and selecting an appropriate treatment pathway.