We Specialize In Multi-Organ Transplantation
Liver Transplant (Living Donor & Cadaveric)
A life-saving procedure for patients with end-stage liver disease or liver cancer. Both living donor and deceased donor liver transplant options are available, performed using advanced...
Robotic / Laproscopic Donor Hepatectomy
Robotic donor hepatectomy (RDH) is a state-of-the-art, minimally invasive approach for liver transplantation, utilizing robotic systems to remove part of a healthy donor's liver.
Kidney Transplant
END STAGE RENAL DISEASE (ESRD)/ KIDNEY FAILURE
Dialysis and kidney transplantation are the only treatments for End Stage Renal Disease/Kidney
Failure
● Dialysis is the term for several different methods of artificially filtering the blood.
Robotic Kidney Transplant
A minimally invasive kidney transplant performed using advanced robotic technology. This approach offers greater surgical precision, reduced pain, faster recovery, and improved outcomes, especially in high-risk or...
Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to remove a healthy kidney from a donor for the purpose of transplantation.
Pancreas Transplant
Pancreas transplantation is performed primarily for patients with severe diabetes. The procedure helps restore normal insulin productionand can significantly improve long-term health outcomes.
Small Intestinal Transplant
A specialized transplant procedure for patients with intestinal failure or short bowel syndrome. It helps restore normal digestive function and improves nutritional absorption.
Dialysis Access Surgery (AV Fistula & Peritoneal Dialysis)
Surgical procedures that create safe and reliable access for dialysis treatment in patients with kidney failure. AV fistula and peritoneal...
Laparoscopic Donor Hepatectomy
A minimally invasive procedure used to remove a portion of the liver from a living donor for transplantation. This technique ensures donor safety, less pain, and faster healing.
We Specialize In Advanced Robotic Gastrointestinal and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery
Liver Cancer Surgery
Specialized surgical treatment for primary and metastatic liver cancers. Procedures may include partial liver resection or advanced...
Robotic Liver Resection
A minimally invasive surgery that removes diseased portions of the liver using robotic technology. This technique allows high precision, ...
Robotic Pancreatic Resections
Robotic Pancreatic Resections are advanced, minimally invasive surgical procedures used to remove diseased or cancerous portions of the pancreas with the help of robotic-assisted technology.
Robotic Whipple’s surgery
Robotic Whipple’s Surgery, also known as robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy, is an advanced minimally invasive procedure used to treat cancers.
Gall bladder stone and Biliary surgery
Gall Bladder Stone and Biliary Surgery involves the diagnosis and treatment of gallstones and disorders affecting the bile ducts and gallbladder.
Portal Hypertension Surgery
Surgical procedures designed to reduce high blood pressure in the portal vein system. These procedures help prevent...
Robotic Gastrointestinal cancer surgery ( Gastrectomy, Colectomy etc)
Robotic Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery is an advanced, minimally invasive approach used to treat cancers of the digestive system, including the stomach (gastrectomy), colon (colectomy), and other gastrointestinal organs.
Robotic Fundoplication and esophageal surgeries
Robotic Fundoplication and Esophageal Surgeries are advanced, minimally invasive procedures used to treat conditions affecting the esophagus.
Robotic General surgeries
Robotic Inguinal hernia
A robotic inguinal hernia repair is a modern, minimally invasive surgical procedure where a surgeon uses a high-precision robotic system to fix a weakness or hole in the abdominal wall (the hernia) through several tiny incisions.
Robotic Incisional hernia
A robotic incisional hernia repair is a sophisticated, minimally invasive procedure used to fix a hernia that has formed through a scar from a previous abdominal surgery.
Robotic Umbilical hernia
A robotic umbilical hernia repair is a minimally invasive surgical technique used to fix a bulge or weakness at the belly button (the umbilicus).
Robotic Thyroid surgery
Robotic thyroid surgery, often referred to as robotic thyroidectomy, is a specialized, minimally invasive procedure used to remove all or part of the thyroid gland.
Dr. Swaminathan Sambandham
MBBS,MS – General Surgery, MRCS, ASTS Abdominal Transplant Fellowship (USA)
Director, Liver and Multiorgan Transplant surgery, Advanced Robotic GI and Hepato Pancreato Biliary (HPB) surgery
Dr. Swaminathan Sambandam at Kauvery Hospital is a highly skilled Senior Consultant and Lead in Multi-Organ Transplantation, specializing in liver, kidney, pancreas, and small intestine transplants. With over 25 years of experience, he has performed more than 1200 liver transplants and over 1800 kidney transplants, including both cadaveric and living donor transplants. He also leads one of the first teams in Tamil Nadu to perform robotic kidney transplants, particularly for obese patients, with over 20 successful cases. His expertise extends to Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery.
Our Expert Transplant Team
The transplant unit includes a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, hepatologists, anesthetists, intensivists, infectious disease specialists, and transplant coordinators. The team follows international transplant protocols and provides complete post-transplant care and long-term follow-up.
Facilities include:
- Advanced Transplant ICU
Dedicated transplant operation theatres
Fully equipped step-down transplant recovery rooms
Lifelong follow-up and rehabilitation support
Achievement
First Liver Transplant in Tamil Nadu Public sector hospital in 2009
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani restores health of 4-year-old girl by removing 15cm Cancerous Liver tumour
DT Health: Tumour removed from 4-yr-old girl in city hospital
Four-year-old girl undergoes surgery at city hospital for liver cancer
Why Choose Us
25+ Years of Surgical Experience
With over two decades of expertise in transplant and HPB surgery, the team provides highly experienced and reliable care for complex medical conditions.
High Success Rate in Transplants
More than 1200 liver transplants and 1800 kidney transplants have been successfully performed with excellent clinical outcomes and patient safety.
Advanced Robotic & Minimally Invasive Surgery
We use modern robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques that ensure greater precision, smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery.
International Training & Expertise
Our specialists have trained and worked in USA, UK, and Australia, bringing global medical standards and advanced surgical techniques to patient care.
Comprehensive Multi-Organ Transplant Program
We provide complete transplant services including liver, kidney, pancreas, and intestinal transplants, supported by a multidisciplinary medical team.
Complete Pre & Post-Transplant Care
From patient evaluation to surgery and lifelong follow-up, we provide end-to-end transplant care to ensure the best possible recovery and quality of life.