Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon – India
About Dr. Rajiv Yadav
Dr. Rajiv Yadav is Chairperson of Urology and Head of Urologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery at Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon, and one of India's most internationally acclaimed urologists with 26+ years of experience. He completed his MBBS from Sawai Man Singh Medical College, Jaipur (1998), MS and MCh from AIIMS, New Delhi (2001/2005) — winning the Gold Medal for Best Outgoing Resident in Urology (AIIMS 2005) — followed by Fellowship in Urologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery at New York-Presbyterian Hospital (NYPH), Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York (2008–2009).
- 26+ years of experience; 1,000+ robotic surgeries performed
- Chairperson Urology, Head — Urologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery, Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon
- Gold Medal — Best Outgoing Resident in Urology, AIIMS (December 2005)
- Fellowship — NYPH Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, USA (2008–2009)
- Best Clinical Research Award — American Urological Association (AUA) 2008 AND 2009; 100+ scientific publications; Pioneer of first Robotic Radical Prostatectomy, Robotic Partial Nephrectomy, and Robotic Radical Cystectomy in India
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Consultation Fees Rs. 1600 /-
Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Sawai Man Singh Medical College, Jaipur, India, 1998
- MS (General Surgery) — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India, 2001
- MCh (Urology) — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India, 2005 (Gold Medal — Best Outgoing Resident in Urology)
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Urologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery — New York-Presbyterian Hospital (NYPH), Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, USA, 2008–2009
- Fellowship in Endo Urology & Laparoscopy — Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, USA
- Fellowship in Endo Urology & Laparoscopy — AIIMS, New Delhi, India
Certifications & Accreditations
- Haryana State Medical Council Registration (No. 4460)
- Urological Society of India (USI) — Member
- American Urological Association (AUA) — Member
- North Zone USI — Member
- Delhi Urological Society — Member
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer (Robotic Radical Prostatectomy)
- Kidney Cancer (Robotic Partial/Radical Nephrectomy)
- Bladder Cancer (Robotic Radical Cystectomy)
- Adrenal Tumours (Robotic Adrenalectomy)
- UPJ Obstruction (Robotic Pyeloplasty)
- Kidney Stones
- BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Testicular Cancer
- Penile Cancer
Sub-specialties
- Robotic Urologic Oncology: Pioneer of first Robotic Radical Prostatectomy, first Robotic Partial Nephrectomy, and first Robotic Radical Cystectomy in India — 1,000+ robotic surgeries performed, matching outcomes with the world's best centres.
- MRI-TRUS Fusion Biopsy for Prostate Cancer: Specialist in advanced image-guided prostate biopsy — offering the most accurate prostate cancer diagnosis in Gurgaon.
- Minimally Invasive Urology (Endo-Urology): Expert in endoscopic, laparoscopic, and robotic procedures for the entire urological spectrum — trained at Weill Cornell, NY and AIIMS.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy (Prostate Cancer)
- Robotic Partial & Radical Nephrectomy (Kidney Cancer)
- Robotic Radical Cystectomy with Urinary Diversion (Bladder Cancer)
- Robotic Adrenalectomy
- Robotic Pyeloplasty
- MRI-TRUS Fusion Prostate Biopsy
- PCNL & Ureteroscopy (Kidney Stone Surgery)
- Laparoscopic Urology
- Endoscopic Surgical Procedures
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Rajiv Yadav can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram — Chairperson Urology and Head — Urologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery, Present
Past Affiliations
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram — Director & Head — Urology, Robotic Surgery, Uro-Oncology
- Medanta Medicity, Gurgaon — Senior Robotic Uro Cancer Surgeon
- New York-Presbyterian Hospital (NYPH), Weill Cornell Medical Center, NY, USA — Robotic Surgery Fellow (2008–2009)
Academic & Research Roles
- 100+ scientific publications and invited articles on Minimally Invasive Urology and Urologic Oncology
- Co-Investigator — NIH R01 Research Grant, USA (multiphoton microscopy for prostate cancer surgery)
- Best Reviewer Award — Indian Journal of Urology, 2015
Key Achievements
- 26+ years of urological practice; 1,000+ robotic surgeries
- Gold Medal AIIMS — Best Outgoing Resident in Urology (December 2005)
- Best Clinical Research Award — AUA 2008 AND 2009
- Pioneer: First Robotic Radical Prostatectomy, Robotic Partial Nephrectomy, and Robotic Radical Cystectomy in India
- GM Phadke Travelling Fellowship — Urological Society of India (2005)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Best Clinical Research Award — American Urological Association (AUA), 2008 AND 2009
- Gold Medal — Best Outgoing Resident in Urology, AIIMS, December 2005
- DUSCON Achievers Award — Delhi Urological Society, 2016
- Best Reviewer Award — Indian Journal of Urology, 2015
- Best Paper in Robotic Surgery — Indian Journal of Urology, 2014
- Best Surgical Video Award (1st Prize) — ASICON, 2014
- Best Scientific Abstract Award — AUA/Astellas 2008
- Best Scientific Video — AUA 2008
- Best Research Essay — International College of Surgeons USA, 2008
- GM Phadke Travelling Fellowship — Urological Society of India, 2005
Professional Memberships
- Urological Society of India (USI)
- American Urological Association (AUA)
- North Zone USI
- Delhi Urological Society
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 100+ scientific publications in national and international journals on minimally invasive urology and urologic oncology.
- Co-Investigator: NIH R01 Research Grant — Real-time multiphoton microscopy of periprostatic tissue architecture for improving surgical outcomes during nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Robotic urologic oncology outcomes and nerve-sparing techniques
- MRI-TRUS fusion biopsy for prostate cancer diagnosis
- Minimally invasive bladder cancer surgery with urinary diversion
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology / Uro-Oncology Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 | $18 – $36 |
| Robotic Radical Prostatectomy | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,600 – $8,400 |
| Robotic Partial Nephrectomy (Kidney Cancer) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,200 – $9,000 |
| Robotic Radical Cystectomy (Bladder Cancer) | ₹4,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $4,800 – $10,800 |
| MRI-TRUS Fusion Prostate Biopsy | ₹30,000 – ₹80,000 | $360 – $960 |
Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Rajiv Yadav use in Urologic Oncology?
Dr. Rajiv Yadav employs robotic radical prostatectomy, robotic partial/radical nephrectomy, robotic cystectomy, MRI-TRUS fusion prostate biopsy, laparoscopic urology, and endoscopic procedures — trained at Weill Cornell NYPH, USA, with 1,000+ robotic surgeries and dual AUA Best Clinical Research Awards (2008 & 2009).
2. What conditions does Dr. Rajiv Yadav specialise in treating?
Dr. Rajiv Yadav specialises in prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder cancer, adrenal tumours, and complex urological cancers — pioneer of robotic urologic oncology in India and one of Gurgaon's best uro-oncology robotic surgeons.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Rajiv Yadav?
Appointments can be booked through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling at Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Rajiv Yadav?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Rajiv Yadav offer second opinions for Urologic Cancer?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients with prostate, kidney, or bladder cancer who wish to evaluate their robotic surgery treatment options.
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