Quick Info
| Profession | Doctor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 14/08/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Kottayam, Kerala, India |
| Hometown | Kochi, Kerala |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Dr Cyriac Abby Philips
23/06/2026
He challenged the findings of a July 2025 research paper on cow urine that had circulated in public debate. He asked Springer Nature to investigate the study, arguing on social media that it was being misinterpreted and used to support unsupported claims.
27/11/2025
He publicly criticized an Indian supplement brand after it threatened legal action rather than presenting evidence for the product's claims. The episode drew renewed attention to his advocacy against misleading health marketing and unproven liver detox products.
27/10/2025
He was named the 2025 recipient of the Ockham Award for Skeptical Activism by The Skeptic magazine. The recognition highlighted his long-running work against pseudoscience and health misinformation, especially around homeopathy and herbal remedies.
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Bio/Wiki
| Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips is an Indian hepatologist and clinician-scientist specializing in clinical and translational hepatology, liver transplant medicine, and drug-induced liver injury. | |
| He is widely known on social media as 'TheLiverDoc' for debunking medical myths and sharing evidence-based health information. | |
| He is a columnist for The Morning Context and a passionate traveler who has visited many countries. | |
| He opposes the use of homeopathic and Ayurvedic remedies for treating illnesses, a stance that has faced criticism in India. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm (1.78 m or 5’ 10”) |
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| Weight | 65 kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| MBBS | St. John’s Medical College |
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| Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Internal Medicine | Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital |
| Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Hepatology & Transplant Medicine | Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Address | 35/194, B Automobile Road, Palarivattom, Kochi, Kerala – 682025, India |
| Tattoo | He got a tattoo inked on one of his biceps. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 04/01/2011 |
Family
| Father | Philip Augustine (clinical gastroenterologist, founder of Philip Augustin Associates Pvt. Ltd., recipient of the Padma Shri Award for introducing Endoscopy in India) |
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| Mother | Cicy Philip (executive director at the Philip Augustin Associates Pvt. Ltd.) |
| Spouse | Teena Sara Cyriac |
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Career
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| Publication Stats | Over 170 peer-reviewed publications with more than 2,300 citations |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Volvo XC40 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Cyriac Abby Philips is an Indian hepatologist and clinician-scientist. | |
| 2. He opposes the use of homoeopathic and ayurvedic remedies for treating illnesses. | |
| 3. His stance on traditional Indian treatments has faced criticism. | |
| 4. He is from a Christian family in Kerala. | |
| 5. There is a childhood photo of him with his pet German Shepherd Tiger. | |
| 6. He admitted failing mathematics twice in class 10. | |
| 7. He had to choose between pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Medicine. | |
| 8. He passed the All India Pre-Medical Test on his second attempt. | |
| 9. He started practicing medicine in Kochi, Kerala. | |
| 10. He works at the Department of Clinical and Translational Hepatology in Rajagiri Hospital. | |
| 11. He is also involved in Microbiome Studies with K-DISC. | |
| 12. He serves at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology. | |
| 13. He has published over sixty medical research papers. | |
| 14. He writes chapters in medical books. | |
| 15. He uses Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram for sharing medical knowledge. | |
| 16. He debunks medical myths on social media as TheLiverDoc. | |
| 17. He has a significant following on Twitter and YouTube. | |
| 18. He contributes to The Morning Context as a columnist. | |
| 19. He is a passionate traveller and has visited many countries. | |
| 20. He discusses the adverse effects of Ayurvedic medicines on news channels. | |
| 21. He loves animals and owns several dogs. | |
| 22. He enjoys playing video games on his collection of consoles. | |
| 23. He drinks liquor occasionally. | |
| 24. He initially wanted to pursue a career in art before choosing medicine. | |
| 25. He gave a speech at the Liver Meeting in 2017. | |
| 26. He saved a co-passenger's life on a flight in 2024. | |
| 27. He shared details of the incident on social media. |
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