200 Stories of Resilience and Endurance: KIMSHEALTH Marks Milestone of 200+ Liver Transplants

Lakshmi Gopalaswamy and Dr. M.I. Sahadulla, inaugurating the Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and IEM Clinic at KIMSHEALTH

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, August 6, 2025: In a heartwarming celebration of medical achievement and human tenacity, KIMSHEALTH hosted a get-together of liver transplant recipients, marking a significant milestone — the successful completion of over 200 liver transplants, including both adult and pediatric cases. The event, lit up by the inspiring stories of strength and recovery, was graced by renowned artist Lakshmi Gopalaswamy. KIMSHEALTH also announced the launch of its Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and IEM Clinic.

Delivering the presidential address, Dr. M. I. Sahadulla, Chairman and Managing Director, KIMSHEALTH, expressed immense pride in the department's journey and its outstanding outcomes. “The Department of Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplant at KIMSHEALTH is among the best in the world, and the results stand as testament to that,” he said. He further added that “organ donation is a divine act, as it gives someone a second chance at life — a truly noble deed.”

In her inaugural address, Lakshmi Gopalaswamy praised the unmatched efforts of the doctors at KIMSHEALTH, calling them the true heroes for their commitment to turning critical situations into stories of survival. “It’s a joy to meet those who are thriving after liver transplants. Though the journey can be challenging, we must remember that there is always light at the end of the tunnel. With endurance, much is possible,” she said.

Dr. Shabeerali T.U, Senior Consultant, Department of Hepatobiliary, Pancreatic and Liver Transplant, while highlighting the department’s achievements, noted that among the 200 transplants performed, the five-year survival rate at KIMSHEALTH stands at 96%, matching international standards. He also shared that KIMSHEALTH holds several distinctions — including performing the state’s first liver and kidney transplant, first split liver transplant, and a liver transplant on a baby weighing just 2.9 kg.

Dr. Anu K. Vasu, Associate Consultant, Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Liver Transplant, welcomed the gathering. E.M. Najeeb, Co-Founder, KIMSHEALTH, offered felicitations. Dr. Shiraz Ahmed, Senior Consultant and Clinical Chair, Transplant Services, proposed the vote of thanks. Dr. Madhu Sasidharan, Senior Consultant, Department of Gastroenterology, was also present at the function.

About KIMSHEALTH

KIMSHEALTH is a quaternary care hospital network offering end-to-end healthcare services, right from primary to quaternary care in India and Middle-east. KIMSHEALTH has pioneered the quality revolution in the field of healthcare delivery in the country, making quality healthcare affordable and accessible to everyone. Due to our relentless and keen focus on quality healthcare delivery, KIMSHEALTH has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals (NABH) and the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHSI) 2006, thus making it the first hospital in India with both National & International accreditations. In addition to this, the Blood Center is also accredited by NABH and the laboratory is NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration of Laboratories) accredited.

Today, KIMSHEALTH stands among the top 10 hospitals in India with top-notch healthcare delivery systems, evidence-based medicine, high-end facilities and quality-oriented practices. The Group, started in the year 2002 with its flagship quaternary-care hospital at Trivandrum. From there, KIMSHEALTH is now one of the largest healthcare networks, growing from a 250 bed to a 2000 bed healthcare group, with hospitals in major cities like Trivandrum, Kollam, Kottayam and Perinthalmanna; in addition to its hospitals in Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE. The group’s newest addition, KIMSHEALTH East is an outstanding healthcare facility with most modern Operation Theatres, ICUs of international standards and Transplant Program for Kidney, Liver, Pancreas, Heart and Lungs. In addition, it will be a center of excellence for wellness, High-risk obstetrics, advanced Perinatology and Neonatology

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