Dr. Vijay Vohra is an esteemed anesthesiologist with an illustrious career spanning over 53 years. His contributions to anesthesiology, particularly in the realm of liver transplant anesthesia and critical care, have been groundbreaking. He was instrumental in establishing liver transplant anesthesia and critical care departments at two leading institutions in India—Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and Medanta-The Medicity. His tenure as Vice-Chairperson at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital involved policy-making and overseeing a large team of 40 anesthetists, showcasing his leadership and administrative capabilities.

Dr. Vohra’s expertise extends to training and mentoring, as he has imparted knowledge in transplant anesthesia to visiting anesthetists and intensivists from 26 centers, both within India and abroad, over the past decade. His extensive experience includes over 1,500 liver transplants, a testament to his mastery and commitment to the specialty. As a visionary, Dr. Vohra introduced hemodynamic and coagulation monitoring protocols for bloodless liver transplants, marking a significant milestone in improving surgical outcomes in India. His leadership of the anesthesia team for all the firsts of liver transplants in the country further underscores his pioneering role in the field.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Vohra has made substantial contributions to academic research and medical literature. He has served as a reviewer for esteemed journals, including the Journal of Clinical Anaesthesia, Journal of Anaesthesiology and Clinical Pharmacology, and Journal of Clinical & Experimental Hepatology, reflecting his dedication to advancing knowledge in his specialty. His insights and experience continue to shape the understanding and practices of anesthesiology and critical care, particularly in the context of liver transplantation.

Dr. Vijay Vohra’s legacy is one of innovation, leadership, and excellence. His unwavering commitment to enhancing medical care through advanced techniques and training has established him as a luminary in the field of anesthesiology. His contributions continue to inspire and benefit countless medical professionals and patients, solidifying his reputation as a cornerstone of liver transplant anesthesia in India.