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Laparoscopic nephrectomy doctors
FeaturedDr. Aman Chandra Deshpande
MBBS, MS, MCh
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Urologist
- Senior Consultant — Urology, Andrology, Laparoscopy, Robotic and Kidney Transplant Surgery at Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. Present
- Clinical experience spanning 16+ years across multiple prestigious urological centres in India, including tertiary care institutions specializing in transplant and reconstructive urology
Expertise & Procedures
- Kidney transplant surgery (living and deceased donor)
- Robotic-assisted kidney surgery
- Flexible ureteroscopy with laser stone fragmentation
- Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
- Laser prostate surgery (green light and holmium)
Urologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Amolkumar Patil
MBBS, MS, DNB, MNAMS
Consultant Robotic Urologist and Kidney Transplant Surgeon · Specialty: Robotic Urologist
Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Robotic Urologist
- Consultant Robotic Urologist and Kidney Transplant Surgeon — Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai — Present
- Robotic Urologist — Apollo BSR Hospital, Bhilai
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy
- Living donor kidney transplant
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
- Ureteroscopy and laser stone fragmentation
Robotic Urologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Ankur Arya
MBBS, MS, MCh
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Urologist
- Senior Consultant, Urology Department, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi — Present
- Associate Consultant, Urology Department, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Living donor kidney transplantation
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
- Ureteroscopy and stone extraction
- Radical prostatectomy
Urologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Deepak Bolbandi
MBBS, MS, DNB
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Apollo Hospitals Bengaluru, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in Urologist
- Senior Consultant — Urology, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, Present
- Specialised practice in minimally invasive and robotic urological surgery, Bengaluru, Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
- Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy
- Urethroplasty and urethral stricture repair
- Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
Urologist Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo HospitalsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Gutta Srinivas
MBBS, MS, DNB
Senior Consultant Urologist & Transplant Surgeon — Clinical Director, Department of Urology · Specialty: Urologist & Transplant Surgeon
Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City Hyderabad, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Urologist & Transplant Surgeon
- Senior Consultant Urologist & Transplant Surgeon, Clinical Director Department of Urology, Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad
- Consultant Surgeon, Star Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Kidney transplant surgery (living donor)
- Kidney transplant surgery (deceased donor)
- ABO-incompatible kidney transplant
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (kidney stone removal)
- Ureteroscopy and laser stone fragmentation
Urologist & Transplant Surgeon Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech CityHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Jitendra Jagtap
MBBS, MS, DNB, Fellowship in Endo Urology, Fellowship in Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India21+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 21+ years of experience in Urologist
- Senior Consultant – Urology, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai (Present)
- Surgical training and mentorship at JPAC, Nadiad
Expertise & Procedures
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mini PCNL)
- Ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy
- Laser prostate surgery (HoLEP, PVP)
- Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
Urologist Experience: 21+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Karandeep Guleria
MBBS, MS, MCh, Fellowship
Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist & Uro-Oncologist
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India14+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 14+ years of experience in Urologist & Uro-Oncologist
- Consultant Urologist & Uro-Oncologist, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi — Present
- Consultant Urologist, Aakash Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi — Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-assisted kidney transplant surgery
- Living donor kidney transplantation
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy
- Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy
Urologist & Uro-Oncologist Experience: 14+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Lokesh Sinha
MBBS, MS, DNB
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Urologist
- Senior Consultant, Urology — Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, Present
- Consultant, Urology Department — MPUH Nadiad, May 2012 – March 2013
Expertise & Procedures
- Kidney Transplant Surgery
- Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Ureteroscopy with Laser Lithotripsy
- Laser Prostate Surgery (Laser BPH)
Urologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Manohar T
MBBS, MS, FRCS (Glasgow), FRCS (Urology), MCh (Urology), FEBU, Fellowship in Endourology & Laparoscopy
Chief Urologist and Director — Institute of Uro Sciences · Specialty: Urologist
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Urologist
- Chief Urologist and Director, Institute of Uro Sciences, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru — Present
- Senior Consultant in Urology, Uro-Oncology, and Transplant Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru — 25+ years
Expertise & Procedures
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
- Ureteroscopy (URS) with laser stone fragmentation
- Laser-assisted prostate surgery (KTP, Thulium)
- Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)
Urologist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Nand Kumar Madhekar
M.Ch, M.S., M.B.B.S.
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India21+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 21+ years of experience in Urologist
- Senior Consultant — Urology, Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad
- Consultant Urologist, Prime Hospitals, Hyderabad, Telangana
Expertise & Procedures
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for kidney stones
- Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
- Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy
- Laser prostate surgery
- Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
Urologist Experience: 21+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SecunderabadHospital accreditation: NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$5,500
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hitec City, Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Medicover Hospital Hitec City
Est. 2011
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
4.3
95 reviews
250+
Beds
15+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyLiver TransplantCardiac SurgeryOrthopedics
3+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh
Est. 2010
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
4.5
68 reviews
262+
Beds
16+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Laparoscopic nephrectomyCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Laparoscopic nephrectomy
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for kidney cancer treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Laparoscopic nephrectomy?
Laparoscopic nephrectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to remove all or part of a kidney affected by cancer, using small incisions and a camera-guided approach instead of open surgery. It is commonly recommended for localized kidney tumors and offers faster recovery, less pain, and reduced scarring compared to traditional open nephrectomy. The choice between partial and radical nephrectomy depends on tumor size, location, and kidney function.
Who may be considered?
Laparoscopic nephrectomy may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
Complete removal of the affected kidney along with surrounding fatty tissue, typically performed for larger or centrally located tumors where kidney preservation isn't feasible.
3 approaches available for this procedure:
Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy
Most CommonComplete removal of the affected kidney along with surrounding fatty tissue, typically performed for larger or centrally located tumors where kidney preservation isn't feasible.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $300 - $700
CBC, kidney function tests, urinalysis, contrast-enhanced CT abdomen, chest X-ray, ECG, coagulation profile
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $5,500 - $8,500
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2 days
Hospitalisation: ~4-5 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~14 days recommended
Total stay: approx 3 weeks
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Pre-anesthesia checkup
- Surgeon and anesthetist fees
- Operation theatre and laparoscopic equipment charges
- Standard private room stay
- Routine post-op medications
- One follow-up consultation
Usually Not Included
- International travel and visa costs
- Advanced imaging (PET-CT) if required
- ICU stay beyond standard protocol
- Histopathology of additional biopsies
- Post-discharge accommodation
Recovery and follow-up
Most patients resume light daily activities within 1-2 weeks and normal activity within 4-6 weeks, with kidney function monitored through follow-up blood tests. A follow-up CT scan and consultation are typically scheduled at 3 months to confirm recovery and check for recurrence.
Risks
Potential risks include bleeding, infection, injury to surrounding organs, urine leakage, and, rarely, conversion to open surgery. Long-term risks involve reduced kidney function, particularly after radical nephrectomy.
Alternatives
Alternatives include open nephrectomy for complex or very large tumors, active surveillance for very small low-risk tumors in elderly patients, and ablative therapies like radiofrequency or cryoablation for select small renal masses.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Contrast-enhanced CT or MRI of the abdomen showing the kidney tumor
- Kidney function tests (serum creatinine, eGFR)
- Complete blood count (CBC) and coagulation profile
- Urinalysis and urine cytology if available
- Renal scan (DTPA/DMSA) for split kidney function
- Chest X-ray or CT chest to rule out metastasis
- Prior biopsy or pathology report, if performed
- ECG and cardiac clearance for patients with heart conditions
Patient information needed
- Current age and overall general health status
- Size, location, and laterality of the kidney tumor
- Baseline kidney function and whether the other kidney is healthy
- History of diabetes, hypertension, or cardiac disease
- Any prior abdominal surgeries
- Current medications, especially blood thinners
- Smoking or alcohol use history
- Known allergies to anesthesia or contrast dye
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Laparoscopic nephrectomy) and procedure (Laparoscopic nephrectomy) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Laparoscopic nephrectomy in India
What is Kidney cancer?
Kidney cancer is a malignant condition in which abnormal cells in the kidney multiply uncontrollably to form a tumour; renal cell carcinoma is the most common type in adults, though other forms such as transitional cell carcinoma and Wilms tumour (in children) also occur.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Kidney cancer?
Many kidney cancers are discovered incidentally on imaging before causing noticeable symptoms; when symptoms do appear they can include blood in the urine (haematuria), a persistent dull pain or lump in the flank or back, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and intermittent fever. Advanced disease may cause bone pain, swelling in the legs, or symptoms related to metastatic spread. These features overlap with a number of other conditions, so symptoms alone are never sufficient to establish a diagnosis.
How is Kidney cancer diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a physical examination and review of medical history, followed by blood and urine tests, and cross-sectional imaging — most commonly a contrast-enhanced CT scan of the abdomen and chest — to characterise the tumour and assess for spread. MRI or ultrasound may be used as complementary studies, particularly when CT contrast is contraindicated. Staging follows the TNM system (Stage I–IV based on tumour size and spread), and a tissue biopsy may be performed in selected cases to confirm histology and guide treatment planning; all findings must be interpreted by a qualified specialist in the context of the individual patient.
How is Kidney cancer treated?
Treatment depends on the stage, tumour size and location, histological type, overall kidney function, and the patient's general health — decisions should always be made in consultation with a specialist. Surgical removal of part or all of the affected kidney (partial or radical nephrectomy) is the primary curative approach for localised disease, and can be performed using minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic-assisted techniques in appropriate candidates. For metastatic or advanced disease, systemic therapies including targeted agents (such as VEGF-pathway inhibitors) and immunotherapy (checkpoint inhibitors) play a central role, and may be used alone or in combination.
Can Kidney cancer be treated without a procedure?
Active surveillance with regular imaging is a recognised option for small, incidentally discovered tumours (typically under 3 cm) in older patients or those with significant comorbidities, as many such lesions grow slowly and may not require immediate intervention. For advanced or metastatic kidney cancer, medical management with targeted therapies and immunotherapy is a mainstay of treatment rather than a bridge to surgery. Ablative techniques such as radiofrequency ablation or cryoablation offer a non-surgical procedural alternative for select small tumours in patients who are not surgical candidates.
When is Laparoscopic nephrectomy considered for Kidney cancer?
Laparoscopic nephrectomy may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Kidney cancer?
Kidney cancer is primarily evaluated and managed by a urologist or urological oncologist, often working within a multidisciplinary team that includes a medical oncologist (for systemic therapies), a radiologist, and a radiation oncologist where applicable. Complex or advanced cases may also involve a nephrologist if kidney function preservation is a concern.
How do I choose a doctor for Kidney cancer?
When selecting a provider, look for a urologist or urological oncologist with demonstrable experience in kidney cancer surgery — including minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic-assisted nephrectomy — and access to a multidisciplinary tumour board that can coordinate systemic therapy, imaging follow-up, and long-term surveillance. Confirm the facility's capacity for nephron-sparing approaches and ask about post-treatment monitoring protocols, as ongoing follow-up is a critical part of kidney cancer care.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.