Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhury
Hepatologist | Liver Transplant Physician | Clinician-Scientist | Educator
Additional Professor of Hepatology & Liver Transplantation Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi
Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhury is a hepatologist and liver transplant physician with expertise in the comprehensive management of liver and hepatobiliary diseases. His professional journey combines clinical care, academic medicine, research, international collaboration, and public health initiatives.
A Journey of Excellence, Innovation and Service
Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhury has built his career at the intersection of clinical excellence, academic medicine, research, and global collaboration.
He completed his MBBS from SCB Medical College, Cuttack, in 2003, graduating as the Best Graduate of his batch and receiving three Gold Medals and three Honours. He subsequently pursued advanced training in hepatology and liver transplantation, including training at the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi, King's College Hospital, London, and Virginia Commonwealth University, USA.
His work spans patient care, liver transplantation, hepatology critical care, clinical research, medical education, and international multicentre collaborations.
Social Recognition & Awards (2018-2021)
Kalinga Bharati Seva Samman 2018
By His Excellency the Governor of Odisha
Pravasi Odia Achievers' Award 2019
By Hon'ble Union Health Minister
Dr. Harsh Vardhan
Jeevan Jyoti Award 2019
By Hon'ble Union Minister Pratap Sarangi from National Human Welfare Council
Odisha Showcase Award 2019
For making Odisha proud across the globe
Charchika Samman 2019
Highest civilian award of Banki Sub-division, Cuttack, Odisha
COVID Warrior & Service Awards 2021
Recognized by multiple foundations for COVID service and contributions
Social Service Recognition Awards
Multiple organizations recognized his social service and initiatives
Transforming Liver Care Through Science, Innovation & Compassion
Dr. Ashok Choudhury is a distinguished clinician-scientist bringing together clinical excellence, pioneering research, education, and compassionate public service.
Serving at the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi—one of Asia’s premier centers for liver disease and transplantation—his work spans critical care hepatology, cirrhosis, acute-on-chronic liver failure, and AI-driven translational research. He has helped build international research networks connecting over 130 centers across 37 countries to address global disparities in liver care.
Beyond academic medicine, he is deeply dedicated to preventive healthcare through initiatives like the Know Hepatitis–No Hepatitis campaign and the LiFe (Living Initiative with Fresh Energy) movement, shaping the future of hepatology and community wellness.
Professional Roles & Designations
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Additional Professor of Hepatology
Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi -
Liver Transplant Specialist
Advanced Liver Disease & Transplantation Care -
Associate Dean
International Affairs and Academic Collaborations, ILBS -
Member Secretary
Technology Research and Industrialization Cell (TRIC), ILBS
The Journey to the Frontiers of Global Hepatology
From a small village in Cuttack, Odisha to leading one of the world's largest liver research collaborations, Dr. Ashok Choudhury has built a remarkable career where science, compassion, and public service converge. Belonging to a rare generation of physician-scientists who transform not only the treatment of disease but also its understanding...
Rooted in Excellence
Dr. Choudhury's academic journey began at SCB Medical College, Cuttack, where he graduated as the Best Graduate with three gold medals and academic honours. He completed his MD in Internal Medicine before pursuing DM in Hepatology at ILBS, followed by advanced liver transplant training at King's College Hospital, London, and VCU, USA...
Rewriting the Science of Liver Failure
Among Dr. Choudhury's most influential contributions is his work in Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure (ACLF), one of the deadliest conditions in hepatology. He played a pivotal role in developing the AARC ACLF Score, now widely used across the world, and introduced the landmark concepts of the Golden Window of Sepsis in ACLF and the Transplant Window...
Building Research Without Borders
Believing that meaningful medical advances require global collaboration, Dr. Choudhury has become one of the architects of international hepatology research. He is the Principal Coordinator of the APASL ACLF Research Consortium (AARC), and coordinates a collaborative network spanning 67 countries and over 130 centres in the CLEARED Consortium...
Bedside Innovation, Translational Research & AI
As artificial intelligence reshapes healthcare, Dr. Choudhury remains focused on translating scientific discoveries into practical, affordable clinical solutions. His research includes AI models for predicting liver fibrosis, evaluating renal failure risks, and non-invasive portal hypertension estimation through CT radiomics...
The Teacher Behind the Scientist
An accomplished educator and mentor, Dr. Choudhury has trained numerous DM and PhD scholars while serving as Associate Dean for International Affairs at ILBS. He has delivered more than 150 invited lectures across nearly twenty countries, including presentations at Stanford, MIT, and Johns Hopkins...
Recognition on the Global Stage
Dr. Choudhury's scholarly contributions are reflected in an exceptional academic record comprising more than 146 peer-reviewed publications, thousands of citations, and editorial leadership in several leading international journals across Asia, Europe, and America...
Beyond Hospitals: Serving Society
Guided by the belief that prevention is the cornerstone of better health, he has developed community-focused initiatives like the “Know Hepatitis–No Hepatitis” campaign, Mission BLOOSOM for organ and blood donation, LiFe movement, round-the-clock COVID telemedicine, and the GLAD forum...
The Philosophy of a Modern Physician
In an era of increasing specialization, Dr. Ashok Choudhury represents a broader ideal—a clinician who heals, a scientist who questions, an innovator who embraces technology, and a teacher who believes knowledge must be shared to shape the future of medicine...
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Driving Medical Breakthroughs & Social Change
Pioneering advanced hepatology protocols while dedicating unmatched service to public health and grassroots community welfare.
- Know Hepatitis-No Hepatitis: School children awareness campaign covering more than 20,000 kids.
- LiFe (Living Initiative with Fresh Energy) Initiative: Public awareness for preventive and promotive health covering more than 50 institutions.
- GLAD ("Gastro Liver Academic Discussion" Forum): Empowering GPs and healthcare professionals.
- Mission BLOOSOM: The organ and blood donation initiative collecting nearly 400 units of blood alongside Organ donation CMEs.
- COVID Care mission: Led 82 doctors providing 24x7 tele-consultation, distributed nearly 10,000 Liters of home-made WHO formula sanitizer, gloves, masks, free oxygen concentrators, and non-stop 60 days of packed cooked food to the relatives of COVID patients outside hospitals.
- Mission SATHI: The affordable health initiative operating with a dedicated team of volunteer doctors.
- ILPF: The philanthropic organization catering to service, science, and collaboration.
COVID Warrior Award Recognitions
- Kalinga Bharati Foundation, Gurugram
- Earth Savior Foundation, Faridabad
- Ayushman Foundation, Gurugram
- Odisha Jana Seva Samiti, Delhi
- Utkal Gourav Seva Sangha
- And many more
