Dr. R. Jayaganesh

About Dr. R. Jayaganesh

Dr. R. Jayaganesh is a Senior Consultant Urologist and Andrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, with over 30 years of urological experience. Trained at Madras Medical College (MBBS 1988) and Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (MS 1992, MCh Urology 1996), he is the first robot-certified urologist in Chennai and a pioneer who proposed and organised the first advanced Robotic Surgery centre in a state government hospital in India in 2019.

30+ years of experience in Urology and Andrology
MBBS — Madras Medical College, Chennai — 1988; MS General Surgery — 1992; MCh Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery — 1996 (both Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University)
First robot-certified urologist in Chennai
Pioneer — proposed and organised the first advanced Robotic Surgery centre in an Indian state government hospital (2019)
Best Doctor Award — Kilpauk Medical College Royapettah Hospital — 2005
Member: Urological Society of India (USI), Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu — 1988
MS — General Surgery — Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) — 1992
MCh — Urology / Genito-Urinary Surgery — Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) — 1996

Fellowships & Special Training

Robotic Surgery Certification — first robot-certified urologist in Chennai
Training in Andrology — Madras Andrology Research Centre (MARC)

Certifications & Accreditations

Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
Member — Urological Society of India (USI)
Member — Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Kidney Stones (Nephrolithiasis / Urolithiasis)
Prostate Cancer & Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Bladder Cancer
Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Carcinoma)
Testicular Cancer
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
Urinary Incontinence
Male Infertility & Sexual Disorders
Ureteral Strictures & Reconstructive Urology
Paediatric Urology Conditions

Sub-specialties

Robotic Urology (Pioneer in Chennai): First robot-certified urologist in Chennai — an expert in robotic-assisted prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and cystectomy, sought by patients seeking best robotic urology in India.
Uro-oncology: Specialist in bladder, prostate, kidney, and testicular cancer surgery using both open, laparoscopic, and robotic approaches — a leading uro-oncologist in Chennai for international patients seeking cancer surgery in India.
Andrology & Male Infertility: Expert in male infertility evaluation and treatment, including surgical sperm retrieval and sexual disorders — a comprehensive urologist and andrologist in Chennai.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
Robotic Nephrectomy (Radical & Partial)
Robotic Cystectomy (Radical Bladder Removal)
Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)
Laser Lithotripsy (Kidney & Bladder Stones)
Ureteroscopy (URS)
Cystoscopy
Bladder Reconstruction
Nephrectomy (Open & Laparoscopic)
Reconstructive Urethroplasty

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu — Senior Consultant Urologist & Andrologist — Present
Billroth Hospital, R.A. Puram, Chennai — Consultant Urologist & Andrologist (concurrent)
Apollo Spectra Hospital, Alwarpet, Chennai — Senior Consultant Urologist (concurrent)
Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet, Chennai — Visiting Consultant Urologist (concurrent)

Past Affiliations

Madras Andrology Research Centre (MARC), Chennai — Andrologist (Past)
Kilpauk Medical College & Royapettah Hospital, Chennai — Academic & Clinical Role (Past)
Dr. Kaliappa Renal Center, Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai — Consultant (Past)

Academic & Research Roles

Pioneer in establishing the first advanced Robotic Surgery centre in an Indian state government hospital (2019)
Holder of multiple awards and recognitions in urology; recipient of Member Travelling Fellowship Award

Key Achievements

First robot-certified urologist in Chennai
Proposed and organised the first advanced Robotic Surgery centre in a state government hospital in India — 2019
Best Doctor Award — Kilpauk Medical College Royapettah Hospital — 2005
Member Travelling Fellowship Award
30+ years of urological practice including robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical expertise

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Best Doctor Award — Kilpauk Medical College Royapettah Hospital — 2005
Member Travelling Fellowship Award — Urological Society of India (USI)

Professional Memberships

Urological Society of India (USI)
Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Information not publicly available. (Dr. Jayaganesh has received various awards and recognitions in urology; a detailed publication list was not retrievable at this time.)

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Robotic surgery outcomes in uro-oncology
Male infertility and andrology treatment advances
Minimally invasive approaches for stone disease and reconstruction

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Urology Consultation	₹800 – ₹1,500	$10 – $18
Robotic Radical Prostatectomy	₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000	$4,200 – $8,400
TURP (Prostate Resection)	₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000	$960 – $2,400
Laser Lithotripsy / URS (Stone Removal)	₹60,000 – ₹1,50,000	$720 – $1,800
Laparoscopic / Robotic Nephrectomy	₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000	$3,000 – $6,000

*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. R. Jayaganesh use in Urology treatment?

Dr. R. Jayaganesh uses robotic-assisted (da Vinci) urological surgery, laparoscopic urology, laser lithotripsy for kidney and bladder stones, ureteroscopy (URS), cystoscopy, TURP, and bladder reconstruction techniques. He is the first robot-certified urologist in Chennai.

2. What conditions does Dr. R. Jayaganesh specialise in treating?

Dr. R. Jayaganesh specialises in prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, testicular cancer, kidney stones, urinary incontinence, male infertility, and reconstructive urology. Patients seeking best urologist in Chennai or robotic urology surgery in India regularly consult him.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. R. Jayaganesh?

Appointments with Dr. R. Jayaganesh 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. R. Jayaganesh?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. R. Jayaganesh, 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. R. Jayaganesh offer second opinions for Urology cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations are available for patients wishing to review their urological cancer diagnosis, stone disease management, or candidacy for robotic surgery with a leading urologist in Chennai, India.

About Dr. R. Jayaganesh