Dr. Arun Valsan

Dr. (Maj) Arun K Valsan is a Clinical Associate Professor and Consultant Hepatologist and Transplant Physician at Amrita Hospital, Kochi. With a distinguished background in hepatology and a strong foundation in internal medicine, Dr. Arun Valsan brings extensive expertise in managing complex liver conditions, including acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF), portal hypertension, and transplant hepatology. His military service has further enriched his clinical experience, allowing him to handle critical care situations with precision and care. He is also actively involved in research and has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the field of hepatology.

•    Selected for ICMR Young Medical Faculty Ph.D. program (2024)
•    Best Plenary Paper Award at INASL (2024)
•    The LTSI ROCHE Fellowship for Basic Science Research (2024)
•    AASLD Early Career Investigator Award in Clinical/Translational Science (2021)
•    Dr. Sam GP Moses Gold Medal for securing 1st rank in DNB General Medicine examination (2018)
•    Lt Gen N Krishnan Memorial Gold Medal for "The Best Bedside Clinician" (2017)
•    Multiple honors for academic excellence during MBBS and MD training