Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore – India
About Dr. Rahul N.S
Dr. Rahul N.S is a Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon based in Bangalore with over 20 years of clinical experience — a best Vascular Surgeon doctor in India for complex peripheral vascular disease, critical limb ischaemia, and diabetic foot care. He holds the distinction of being the first to be awarded an M.Ch. degree in Vascular Surgery from any university in Karnataka.
- 20+ years of experience as a vascular and diabetic foot surgeon; 15+ years as a specialist
- First person to be awarded M.Ch. in Vascular Surgery from any university in Karnataka
- International FVES fellowship (Austria) in Vascular & Endovascular Surgery
- Invited speaker at VSICON, UIP, LINC Asia Pacific, VEITH Symposium (New York), and Charring Cross Symposium (London)
- Expertise in complex limb salvage for patients advised amputation elsewhere
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — J.S.S. Medical College, Mysore, 2003
- MS (General Surgery) — Jagadguru Jayadeva Murugarajendra (JJM) Medical College, 2007
- MCh (Vascular Surgery) — M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, 2014
Fellowships & Special Training
- FVES (Fellow of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery) — Austria
- International clinical training in complex vascular and endovascular procedures
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council Registration
- Vascular Society of India — Member
- Association of Surgeons of India — Member
- Vascular Surgeons Association of Karnataka — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Critical Limb Ischaemia
- Diabetic Foot Complications
- Varicose Veins
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Iliac Vein Occlusions
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Carotid Artery Disease
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) — AV Access
Sub-specialties
- Complex Aortic & Peripheral Vascular Surgery: Specialist in endovascular interventions for critical limb ischaemia — a trusted Vascular Surgeon specialist in Bangalore for limb salvage in patients advised amputation elsewhere.
- Diabetic Foot & Limb Salvage: Expert in endovascular interventions for complex diabetic foot disease and below-the-knee (BTK) drug-eluting balloon angioplasty.
- Venous Disorders & AV Access: Minimally invasive interventions for varicose veins, deep vein procedures for recurrent venous symptoms, and AV access creation/salvage for chronic kidney disease patients.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Peripheral Vascular Angioplasty & Stenting
- Bypass Surgery for Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Drug-Eluting Balloon (DCB) Angioplasty for BTK Disease
- Minimally Invasive Varicose Vein Surgery (Laser, RFA, Sclerotherapy)
- Deep Vein Bypass & Iliac Vein Stenting
- AV Fistula Creation & Salvage for Dialysis
- IVC Filter Placement
- Carotid Endarterectomy & Stenting
- Hybrid Vascular Procedures
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Consultant — Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, Bangalore (Present)
- Consultant — Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru (Present)
- Consultant — Manipal Northside Hospital, Malleswaram, Bengaluru (Present)
Past Affiliations
- M.S. Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, Bengaluru — Trained in Vascular Surgery (MCh, 2014)
- 20+ years of experience across leading Bangalore tertiary-care centres
Academic & Research Roles
- Panellist & Speaker — "Vascular Surgery Challenges: Current Scenario," VSICON 2021, Chennai
- Speaker — "Lower Limb AV Grafts in CKD: An Indian Experience," VSICON 2019, Hyderabad
- Speaker — UIP 2019, Krakow, Poland (Deep Vein Bypass vs Iliac Venoplasty/Stenting)
- Speaker — "Role of Drug-Eluting Balloons in BTK Disease," Charring Cross Symposium, London 2019
- Speaker — "First Look at Indian BTK Data for Lutonix DCB," LINC Asia Pacific 2018, Hong Kong
- Speaker — "DCB Angioplasty Better than POBA in BTK Lesions," VEITH Symposium, New York 2017
Key Achievements
- 20+ years of experience; 15+ years as a specialist vascular and diabetic foot surgeon
- First to be awarded M.Ch. in Vascular Surgery from any university in Karnataka
- International speaker at multiple major vascular conferences in USA, UK, Europe, and Asia
- Expertise in limb salvage for patients advised amputation elsewhere
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- First M.Ch. (Vascular Surgery) graduate from any university in Karnataka
Professional Memberships
- Vascular Society of India
- Association of Surgeons of India
- Vascular Surgeons Association of Karnataka
- Karnataka Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple articles and publications in vascular and endovascular surgery — Information not publicly available for complete bibliographic citations.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Drug-eluting balloon angioplasty for below-the-knee (BTK) disease
- Diabetic foot limb salvage outcomes in Indian population
- Deep vein bypass vs iliac venoplasty/stenting
- AV access salvage in CKD patients
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Vascular Surgery Consultation | ₹500 – ₹1,500 | $6 – $18 |
| Peripheral Angioplasty & Stenting | ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $1,800 – $4,800 |
| Varicose Vein Laser Treatment | ₹60,000 – ₹1,50,000 | $720 – $1,800 |
| EVAR (Endovascular Aortic Repair) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $7,200 – $14,500 |
| AV Fistula Creation | ₹40,000 – ₹90,000 | $480 – $1,080 |
| Diabetic Foot Limb Salvage | ₹1,00,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,200 – $4,200 |
*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. Rahul N.S use in Vascular Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Rahul N.S offers advanced endovascular techniques including peripheral angioplasty, drug-eluting balloon (DCB) angioplasty for below-the-knee (BTK) disease, endovascular aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR), laser and radiofrequency varicose vein treatment, deep vein bypass, iliac vein stenting, and hybrid limb salvage procedures. Virtual consultations are available for international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Rahul N.S specialize in treating?
Dr. Rahul N.S is a specialist Vascular Surgeon in Bangalore who treats peripheral artery disease, critical limb ischaemia, diabetic foot, varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, aortic aneurysms, carotid artery disease, and dialysis AV access. As a best Vascular Surgeon doctor in India for complex limb salvage and diabetic foot care, he sees patients from across India and abroad.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Rahul N.S?
Appointments with Dr. Rahul N.S can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Rahul N.S?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Rahul N.S, 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 provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Rahul N.S offer second opinions for Vascular Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Rahul N.S — an internationally recognised Vascular Surgeon specialist in Bangalore with FVES (Austria) — can be arranged via Cancer Rounds, particularly for patients advised amputation elsewhere or requiring complex limb salvage review.
