About Doctor

Dr-CHarles
Dr. Charles Panackel
M.D, DNB, DM, FRCP (Edin), FISG, MNAMS

Specializations

  • Hepatology
  • Liver Transplant Medicine

Personal Info

Dr. Charles Panackel

M.D, DNB, DM, FRCP (Edin), FISG

  • Member National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
  • Cert in Gastroenterology RCP(UK)
  • Clinical Fellow in Hepatology (NUHS, Singapore)

Dr. Charles Panackel is one of India’s leading hepatologists, with over two decades of experience in managing liver diseases and transplant care. He currently serves as a Senior Consultant at Aster Integrated Liver Care, Aster Medcity, Kochi.

He holds multiple distinguished qualifications including an MD, DNB, and DM in Gastroenterology. His advanced training includes international fellowships from the UK, Singapore, and Spain, making him a globally respected liver specialist.

Dr. Panackel is widely recognized for his dedication to liver transplant medicine, compassionate patient care, and academic contributions in the field of hepatology.

Current Position

  • Senior Consultant in Hepatology and Liver Transplantation
  • Aster Integrated Liver Care
  • Aster Medcity Kochi, Kerala, India 682027
  • drcharles.panackel@asterhospital.com
  • +91 9744 79 0970

Membership and Fellowship

  • Member National Academy of Medical Sciences, India (MNAMS) 2016
  • Fellow Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh)
  • Fellow Indian Society of Gastroenterology

Areas of Expertise in Liver Care

Delivering specialized diagnosis, treatment, and transplant solutions for liver-related conditions with compassionate care and international standards.

Hepatology

Comprehensive care for liver, gallbladder, and related conditions with modern diagnostics.

Fatty Liver Disease

Focused treatment for fatty liver from both alcoholic and non-alcoholic causes.

Liver Cancer

Specialized care using latest techniques for early detection and treatment of tumors.

Liver Transplantation

Expert evaluation and complete care before and after liver transplant procedures.

Viral Hepatitis

Accurate diagnosis and advanced therapies for Hepatitis B, C, and other types.

Alcoholic Liver Disease

Holistic management and recovery plans for alcohol-related liver complications.

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Professional Experience

01/01/2016 - Present

Senior Consultant in Hepatology and Liver transplantation at Aster Integrated Liver Care, Aster Medcity, Kochi

01/07/2010 to 31/12/2015

Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Medical Trust Hospital Kochi

01/10/2008 – 01/07/2010

Associate Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Medical Trust Hospital Kochi.

01/08/2005 – 30/07/2008

Senior Registrar Department of Gastroenterology, Government Medical College, Trivandrum, Kerala University, India.

13/01/04 to 01/07/2005

Senior Lecturer in Medicine, Medical College KoMayam, Mahatma Gandhi University KoMayam, India.

20/02/2003 to 01/01/2004

Junior consultant in medicine at Summary clinic Pala a rural town in a Kerala.

08/02/2000 to 08/02/2003

Registrar, Department of Internal Medicine. Government Medical College, Trivandrum, Kerala University, India.

Professional Memberships

  • American Association for study of liver disease (AASLD)
  • European association for study of liver disease (EASL)
  • International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS)
  • International liver cancer associa6on (ILCA
  • Asia pacific association for srudy of liver disease (APASL)
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Association of Physicians of India (API
  • Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)
  • Liver transplantation society of India (LTSI)