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.
Academic & Editorial Leadership
Research is strengthened through rigorous peer review, academic discussion and knowledge sharing. Dr. Ashok contributes to the global academic community through editorial responsibilities, peer review, teaching and research mentorship.
Academic Editor
- Journal of Clinical and Translational Hepatology
- World Journal of Gastroenterology
- Hepatology Forum
- Medical Journal of Viral Hepatitis
Guest Editor
- Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology
- Therapeutic Advances in Gastroenterology
Academic Reviewer
- Hepatology & Gastroenterology
- Hepatology International
- Liver Transplantation & Transplantation
- BMJ Gastroenterology & Frontiers
- Nature Reviews
Academic & Clinical Impact
A Journey of Excellence
Gold Medal – MBBS
DM Hepatology
Young Investigator Award
APASL Rising Star Award
Leadership in Global Consortia
Innovation & Academic Leadership Awards
International Faculty, APDW Singapore
INASL Annual Conference
Co-Chair, EASL Congress Barcelona
Clinical Expertise
Dr. Ashok is actively involved in the evaluation and management of hepatobiliary and gastrointestinal disorders, with extensive experience in complex liver disease and transplantation.
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
Social Activities & Community Impact
Indian Liver Patient Foundation (ILPF)
Founder of unique patient welfare services for liver patients and caregivers.
SATHI
Mentor of SATHI – the most appreciated affordable health initiative for comprehensive care.
LiFE
Promoting preventive health and healthy lifestyles through LiFE program.
Know Hepatitis –
No Hepatitis
Awareness program among school and college students to eliminate hepatitis.
Tele-Consultation during COVID
United 80+ doctors across India and abroad; helped nearly 1000 patients during lockdown.
Rural Telemedicine
Instrumental in arranging doctors & strategies for telemedicine services in rural and remotest areas with OdiaSamaj, Delhi.
Vaccine Awareness
Conducted webinars to clear myths and combat vaccine hesitancy during COVID.
Happy Times Now
Initiative for Mental Support during COVID – uniting people everyday at 9 PM during lockdown.
COVID Warriors Support
Provided PPE kits and conducted webinars for insurance awareness and guidance.
WHO Formula Sanitizer Initiative
Guided production & distribution of 5000 liters sanitizer to communities in need.
Plasma Donation Awareness
Conducted TV shows, webinars and global expert sessions to promote plasma donation.
Social Innovation for COVID
Advisor to STPI Bhubaneswar on COVID technology & innovation; guided many student proposals.
Technical Guide for Sudhi Box
Mentor for development of smart UV sanitizer with mobile charger.
Orphanages & Old Age Homes
COVID awareness programs for orphanages and old age homes.
Convenor – GLAD
GLAD: Gastro Liver Academic Discussion Forum to empower physicians in gastroenterology & liver disease management.
Global Academic Presence
2023
APASL,
Taipei
2022
International
Hepatology Conference,
Dhaka | APASL, Bali
2021
APASL,
Bangkok |
APASL, Bali
2020
AASLD,
Boston –
Virtual
2019
AASLD, Boston |
APASL, Manila
2018
CHESS Study Group &
Chinese Academy of
Sciences, Beijing
2017
EASL, Amsterdam |
APASL, Shanghai
2016
EASL, Barcelona |
APASL, Tokyo |
ILTS, Seoul
2015
APASL, Istanbul |
ILTS, Chicago
2014
EASL, London |
AASLD, Boston
2012
AASLD,
Boston
Transforming Liver Care Through Science, Innovation & Compassion
Additional Professor of Hepatology, Liver Transplant Associate Dean, International Affairs and Collaborations. Member Secretary, Technology Research and industrialization cell (TRIC) Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, New Delhi. India.
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
Fellowship & Research Recognition
Third best poster presentation award for ISGCON 2012
Presented a case of ISG Liver Clinic
Presented Oral Paper at Asia Pacific Association for Study of Liver (APASL) 2012 at Singapore
Fellow Research Award 2014, Best abstract, Plenary presentation – American Association for Study of Liver Disease, Boston, USA
Full bursary and Young investigator (Top 10% abstract) – European Association for Study Liver, 2014
International Academic Journey
Asia Pacific Association for Study of Liver (APASL), Taipei, Taiwan
7th International Hepatology Conference at Dhaka, Bangladesh | APASL, Bali, Indonesia | PSSLD, Karachi, Pakistan (Virtual) | APDW, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Virtual) | APASL, Bangkok, Thailand
APASL, Bangkok, Thailand | APASL, Bali, Indonesia | PSSLD, Karachi, Pakistan (Virtual) | APDW, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Virtual)
American Association for Study of Liver Disease (AASLD), Boston, USA (Virtual)
AASLD, Boston, USA | APASL, Manila, Philippines
CHESS Study Group & Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China | Nepal Association for Study of Liver (NASL), Kathmandu, Nepal
European Association for Study of Liver (EASL), Amsterdam, Netherlands | APASL, Shanghai, China
EASL, Barcelona, Spain | APASL, Tokyo, Japan | International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), Seoul, Republic of Korea
APASL, Istanbul, Turkey | ILTS, Chicago, USA
