BTS-EP-37| Shifa's Liver Transplant Program |Ft. Dr. Abu Bakar Hafeez Bhatti

Podcast with Dr. Abu Bakar Hafeez Bhatti, Liver Transplant Surgeon and Director of the Liver Transplant Program at Shifa International Hospital. Join us as Dr. Abu Bakar Hafeez Bhatti dives deep into the life-changing field of liver transplants. Discover when a liver transplant becomes essential, the detailed procedure steps, and the roles of various hospital departments that bring it all together. Dr. Bhatti discusses eligibility for donors under Pakistani law, dispels myths around liver donation safety, and shares insights on recovery times and post-surgery lifestyle changes. Tune in to understand why liver transplants are more common in men, the physical demands of the surgery, and what it takes to pursue a career in this demanding, yet rewarding, specialty. Learn about the commitment, expertise, and standards that make Shifa International Hospital unique in delivering world-class liver transplant services in Pakistan. #livertransplant #liverfailure #livertransplantsurgery #shifalivertransplant #liverfailurecauses 0:00:00 Highlights 0:00:27 Introduction 0:01:20 Early Life & Education 0:03:34 When is Liver Transplant Needed? 0:04:13 Procedure Length and Involved Departments 0:05:28 Shifa Hospital's International Standards 0:06:09 Role of Donor and Liver Regrowth 0:07:16 Liver Donation Myths – Does it Make You Ill? 0:08:10 Eligibility for Donors Under Pakistani Law 0:09:06 Best Age for Liver Transplant 0:09:45 Risks and How to Manage Them 0:10:53 Managing the Surgery’s Physical Demands 0:11:55 What Makes Shifa Hospital Unique? 0:13:10 Liver Transplant Team 0:14:20 Anesthesia Details for Donors and Recipients 0:15:05 Lifestyle Changes Pre- and Post-Surgery 0:16:00 Gender and Age Data on Transplants 0:16:52 Why Transplants are Common in Males 0:17:20 Healthy Lifestyle to Prevent Liver Issues 0:18:46 Early Symptoms in Ideal Candidates 0:19:21 Demand for Liver Transplant Specialists in Pakistan 0:19:58 Screening Tests for High-Risk Individuals 0:20:58 Diet and Lifestyle for Liver Health 0:21:31 Importance of Vaccinations 0:22:07 Impact of Liver Transplant Option on Lives 0:23:20 History of Liver Transplant in Pakistan 0:24:39 Why a Specialized Surgeon is Crucial 0:24:27 Career Path for Liver Transplant Surgeons To learn more click the link below; https://bit.ly/32kpXks #shifa #shifainternationalhospital #shifainternational #jcihospitalsinpakistan #healthcare #hospitalsinislamabad #hospitalsinpakistan #qualityhealthcare