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Robotic partial nephrectomy doctors
FeaturedDr. Shafiq Ahmed
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Urology), MNAMS
Senior Director — Urology, Andrology & Renal Transplant · Specialty: Urologist & Robotic Renal Transplant Surgeon
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in Urologist & Robotic Renal Transplant Surgeon
- Senior Director — Urology, Andrology & Renal Transplant, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (Present)
- Director — Urology, Renal Transplantation & Robotic Surgery, Narayana Superspeciality Hospital Gurgaon and Dharmshila Cancer Hospital, Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic Kidney Transplant (Recipient)
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
- Robotic Radical Cystectomy with Neobladder
- Robotic Partial Nephrectomy
- Holmium Laser Prostatectomy (HoLEP)
Urologist & Robotic Renal Transplant Surgeon Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Amit Goel
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Urology), Fellowship — Uro-Oncology and Robotic Surgery, Observership
Senior Director & Unit Head — Urology, Kidney Transplant, Uro-Oncology & Robotic Surgery · Specialty: Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
Max Super Specialty Hospital, Gurgaon Gurgaon, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
- Senior Director & Unit Head — Urology, Kidney Transplant, Uro-Oncology & Robotic Surgery, Max Hospital, Gurugram (2023 – Present)
- Senior Consultant & Head — Kidney Transplant, Uro-Oncology and Urology, Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi (2021 – 2023)
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic Kidney Transplant
- ABO-Incompatible Kidney Transplant
- Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
- Robotic Radical Cystectomy with Orthotopic Neobladder
Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Specialty Hospital, GurgaonHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Abhijeet Jha
MBBS, MS, DrNB, MRCS, Fellowship in Robotic Urology, Kidney Transplant, and Endo Urology
Associate Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Medanta - The Medicity Gurugram, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Urologist
- Associate Consultant — Urology, Medanta — The Medicity, Gurugram
- Senior Resident — Urology, Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-assisted kidney transplantation
- Living donor kidney transplant surgery
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
- Holmium laser ureteroscopy
Urologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital 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. Anant Kumar
MBBS, MS, MCh, DNB
Chairman — Urology, Renal Transplant and Robotics · Specialty: Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India40+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 40+ years of experience in Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
- Chairman — Urology, Renal Transplant and Robotics, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, Present
- Chairman — Uro-Oncology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Kidney transplant surgery (living and deceased donor)
- Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
- Robotic radical prostatectomy
- Robotic radical cystectomy
- Robotic partial nephrectomy
Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon Experience: 40+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Anil Mandhani
MBBS, MS, M.Ch., DNB, FACS, Fellowship in Robotic Surgery
Chairman of Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 35+ years of experience in Urologist
- Chairman of Urology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon, India – Present
- Senior Consultant Urologist, Fortis Hospital, Gurgaon, India
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy
- Robotic-assisted radical cystectomy
- Kidney transplantation (open and robotic-assisted)
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
- Robotic partial nephrectomy
Urologist Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Anshuman Agarwal
MBBS, MS, MCh
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Urologist
- Senior Consultant Urologist — Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, India (Present)
- Visiting Surgeon — Major Hospitals in South Korea, Malaysia, and China
Expertise & Procedures
- Holmium Laser Prostatectomy (HoLEP)
- Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
- Ureteroscopy (URS)
Urologist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Anurag Khaitan
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Urology), DNB (Genitourinary Surgery)
Chief and Head of Department — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Paras Hospitals Gurugram, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 35+ years of experience in Urologist
- Chief and Head of Department, Urology — Paras Hospitals, Gurugram, India — Present
- Senior Urologist — Paras Hospitals, Gurugram, India
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy
- Radical cystectomy with ileal conduit
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
- Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
- Laser prostate surgery (HoLEP)
Urologist Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Paras HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Piyush Singhania
MBBS, MS, MCh, Clinical Fellowship in Uro-oncology
Consultant Urologist · Specialty: Urologist
Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai Navi Mumbai, India23+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 23+ years of experience in Urologist
- Consultant Urologist, Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai, India — Present
- Clinical Fellowship in Uro-oncology, Inselspital, Bern, Switzerland — under Prof. U. E. Studer
Expertise & Procedures
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
- Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy
- Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy
- Urethroplasty
- Laser prostate surgery
Urologist Experience: 23+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Prasun Ghosh
MBBS, MS, DNB, MNAMS, Robotic Surgery Training
Chairman — Urology · Specialty: Urologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon
Medanta - The Medicity Gurugram, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 20+ years of experience in Urologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon
- Chairman, Department of Urology, Kidney Transplant and Renal Care — Medanta — The Medicity, Gurugram, Present
- Pioneered and established kidney transplant programmes across multiple private healthcare institutions
Expertise & Procedures
- Living donor kidney transplant surgery
- Deceased donor kidney transplant surgery
- ABO-incompatible kidney transplantation
- Robotic renal transplant surgery
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
Urologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$8,500
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Max Super Specialty Hospital, Gurgaon
Est. 2007
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SciencesOncology
1+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
4.6
95 reviews
104+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Fortis Memorial Research Institute
Est. 1996
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
4.8
1100 reviews
1000+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Paras Hospitals
Est. 2006
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
4.4
59 reviews
300+
Beds
20+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Robotic partial nephrectomyUrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Robotic partial nephrectomy
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
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More affordable estimates
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Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
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About the Procedure
What is Robotic partial nephrectomy?
Robotic partial nephrectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure in which a small kidney tumor is precisely removed using robot-assisted instruments, while preserving as much healthy kidney tissue as possible. It is typically recommended for early-stage kidney cancer or select benign renal masses where nephron-sparing surgery is feasible. The robotic approach offers enhanced precision, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery compared to open surgery.
Who may be considered?
Robotic partial 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?
The surgeon uses a robotic surgical system with 3D magnified vision and wristed instruments to excise the tumor and reconstruct the kidney through small keyhole incisions.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Standard Robotic-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy (Transperitoneal)
Most PopularThe surgeon uses a robotic surgical system with 3D magnified vision and wristed instruments to excise the tumor and reconstruct the kidney through small keyhole incisions.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $300 - $900
CT urogram with contrast, MRI kidney (if indicated), renal function tests, CBC, urine analysis, ECG, chest X-ray, blood group and coagulation profile
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $8,500 - $13,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2 days
Hospitalisation: ~4-5 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~10-14 days recommended
Total stay: approx 16-20 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Robotic surgical system charges
- Surgeon, anesthetist and assistant fees
- ICU and ward stay as per protocol
- Standard medications and consumables during hospitalization
- One follow-up consultation post-discharge
Usually Not Included
- Pre-procedure diagnostic tests
- Airfare and visa expenses
- Accommodation for attendant/caregiver
- Histopathology and post-op imaging
- Any additional treatment for complications
Recovery and follow-up
Most patients are mobilized within 24 hours and discharged in 4-5 days, with full recovery and return to normal activity expected within 4-6 weeks; a follow-up CT and kidney function test are typically done at 4-6 weeks post-surgery.
Risks
Potential risks include bleeding requiring transfusion, urine leak, injury to surrounding organs, temporary or permanent decline in kidney function, and rarely conversion to open surgery.
Alternatives
Alternatives include open partial nephrectomy, laparoscopic partial nephrectomy, radical nephrectomy for larger tumors, or active surveillance for very small, slow-growing masses in select patients.
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 scan of abdomen/kidney (triple phase)
- MRI kidney if CT is inconclusive
- Renal function tests (serum creatinine, eGFR)
- Recent CBC and coagulation profile
- Urine routine and culture
- ECG and cardiac fitness report
- Prior biopsy report (if available)
- List of current medications and comorbidities
Patient information needed
- Age and body mass index (BMI)
- Size, location and laterality of kidney tumor
- History of hypertension, diabetes or heart disease
- Baseline kidney function of both kidneys
- Any prior abdominal or kidney surgery
- Smoking or blood-thinner medication use
- Family history of kidney disease or cancer
- Current symptoms (blood in urine, flank pain, etc.)
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
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Common questions
FAQs about Robotic partial 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 Robotic partial nephrectomy considered for Kidney cancer?
Robotic partial 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.