Dr. V Mohan Kumar

About Dr. V Mohan Kumar

Dr. V Mohan Kumar (full name: Dr. V Mohankumar Vijayakumar) is a Consultant Urologist, Andrologist, and Renal Transplant Surgeon with 18+ years of experience, currently at Apollo Speciality Hospitals OMR, Chennai (and previously Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore). He completed MBBS from Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University (2005), DNB in General Surgery (NBE, 2011), DNB in Urology (NBE, 2016), holds MRCS (Edinburgh), and completed a Fellowship in Endourology, Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery from the Endourological Society Inc., USA. He was part of the team that conducted Asia's first HOPE-assisted cadaveric renal transplantation at Apollo Hospitals Chennai (February 2020).

18+ years of experience; DNB General Surgery (NBE 2011) & DNB Urology (NBE 2016); MRCS (Edinburgh); Fellowship in Endourology, Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery — Endourological Society Inc., USA
MBBS — Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University (2005); special interests: robotic surgery, advanced laparoscopy, endourology, andrology, renal transplantation, vascular access
Pioneer: Part of team conducting Asia's first HOPE (Hypothermic Oxygenated Machine Perfusion) assisted cadaveric renal transplantation — Apollo Hospitals Chennai, February 2020
Awards: WCE 2016 Best Paper (Laparoscopy); 2nd Prize Poster — ISOT 2017 Indore; 1st Prize Poster — UAA 2018 Kyoto, Japan
10+ peer-reviewed publications; member — MRCS (Edinburgh), USI, ISOT

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University (TNMGRMU), Chennai, Tamil Nadu — 2005
DNB (General Surgery) — National Board of Examinations (NBE), New Delhi — 2011
DNB (Urology / Genito-Urinary Surgery) — National Board of Examinations (NBE), New Delhi — 2016

Fellowships & Special Training

MRCS (Edinburgh) — Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
Fellowship in Endourology, Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery — Endourological Society Inc., USA

Certifications & Accreditations

Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
MRCS — Member, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCS Edinburgh)
Member — Urological Society of India (USI)
Member — Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Kidney Stones (PCNL, RIRS, Laser Ureteroscopy)
Prostate Cancer (Robotic Radical Prostatectomy)
Bladder Cancer (TURBT, Radical Cystectomy)
Kidney Cancer (Laparoscopic / Robotic Nephrectomy)
Testicular Cancer (Retroperitoneal Tumour Surgery)
Kidney Failure (Renal Transplant)
BPH / Enlarged Prostate
Urinary Fistulas (Surgical Repair)
Erectile Dysfunction & Male Infertility (Andrology)
Urethral Stricture (Reconstruction)

Sub-specialties

Robotic Urology (USA Fellowship — Endourological Society): Fellowship in Endourology, Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery from the Endourological Society Inc., USA — with expertise in robotic radical prostatectomy, robotic nephrectomy, and complex laparoscopic urological procedures — making Dr. V Mohan Kumar one of the most advanced robotic urologists in Chennai at Apollo Speciality Hospitals OMR.
Renal Transplantation (Asia's First HOPE-Assisted Transplant): Part of the historic team that conducted Asia's first HOPE (Hypothermic Oxygenated Machine Perfusion System) assisted cadaveric renal transplantation at Apollo Hospitals Chennai (February 2020) — reflecting the highest level of transplant innovation and surgical expertise.
Advanced Endourology (PCNL, RIRS, Orthotopic Neobladder): Highly specialised in PCNL, RIRS, and complex reconstructive urological surgery including orthotopic neobladder reconstruction and urinary fistula repair — with 1st Prize at UAA 2018 Kyoto Japan for research on ureteric stent-related symptoms.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
Robotic Nephrectomy / Partial Nephrectomy (Kidney Cancer)
PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy — Kidney Stones)
RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery — Kidney Stones)
TURBT (Bladder Cancer)
Radical Cystectomy + Orthotopic Neobladder Reconstruction
Renal Transplant (Live Donor — HOPE-Assisted Cadaveric)
Retroperitoneal Tumour Surgery (Testicular Cancer)
Urinary Fistula Repair
Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Apollo Speciality Hospitals OMR (Old Mahabalipuram Road), Chennai, Tamil Nadu — Consultant Urologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon (Present)

Past Affiliations

Manipal Hospitals, Hebbal and Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore — Consultant Urologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon (Past)
Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad — Consultant Urologist (Past)

Key Achievements

Part of team — Asia's First HOPE (Hypothermic Oxygenated Machine Perfusion) Assisted Cadaveric Renal Transplantation — Apollo Hospitals Chennai — February 2020
WCE Best Paper Award — Laparoscopy Category — 2016 (Prospective randomized study on intraperitoneal bupivacaine after laparoscopic donor nephrectomy)
2nd Prize in Poster — ISOT 2017, Indore (CT angiography vascular anatomy study — 392 patients)
1st Prize in Poster — UAA 2018, Kyoto, Japan (Tadalafil in relieving stent-related symptoms)
Fellowship in Endourology, Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery — Endourological Society Inc., USA
MRCS (Edinburgh) — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
10+ peer-reviewed publications in national and international urology journals

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

WCE Best Paper in Laparoscopy Category — 2016
2nd Prize Poster — ISOT Conference, Indore, India — 2017
1st Prize Poster — UAA (Urological Association of Asia) Conference, Kyoto, Japan — 2018

Professional Memberships

Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCS)
Urological Society of India (USI)
Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
Endourological Society (USA)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Mohankumar Vijayakumar, Sudharsan Balaji, et al. A novel biological model for training in percutaneous renal access. Arab Journal of Urology. 2019. DOI:10.1080/2090598X.2019.1642600
Mohankumar Vijayakumar, Sanika Ganpule, Arvind Ganpule, et al. Diagnostic accuracy of CT angiography in evaluation of vascular anatomy in comparison with intraoperative findings: 392 patients. F1000Research. 2015;4:998.
Vijayakumar M, Ganpule A, Singh A, Sabnis R, Desai M. Review of techniques for ultrasonic determination of kidney stone size. Research and Reports in Urology. 2018;10:57-61.
Balaji SS, Vijayakumar M, Singh AG, et al. Analysis of factors affecting radiation exposure during PCNL procedures. BJU International. 2019.
Sabnis RB, Balaji SS, Vijayakumar M, et al. EMS Lithoclast Trilogy: an effective single probe dual energy lithotripter for mini and standard PCNL. World Journal of Urology. 2019.

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Urology / Transplant Consultation	₹600 – ₹1,000	$7 – $12
PCNL / RIRS Laser (Kidney Stone)	₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000	$960 – $2,400
Robotic Radical Prostatectomy	₹3,50,000 – ₹8,00,000	$4,200 – $9,600
Renal Transplant (Live Donor)	₹6,00,000 – ₹12,00,000	$7,200 – $14,400
TURBT / Radical Cystectomy (Bladder Cancer)	₹1,00,000 – ₹4,00,000	$1,200 – $4,800

*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. V Mohan Kumar use in Urology and Renal Transplantation treatment?

Dr. V Mohan Kumar — MRCS Edinburgh, Fellowship Endourology/Laparoscopy/Robotics (Endourological Society USA), 1st Prize UAA 2018 Kyoto, pioneer in Asia's first HOPE-assisted cadaveric renal transplantation — uses da Vinci robotic prostatectomy/nephrectomy, PCNL, RIRS, TURBT, radical cystectomy with neobladder, urinary fistula repair, live donor laparoscopic nephrectomy, and HOPE-assisted cadaveric renal transplantation at Apollo Speciality Hospitals OMR, Chennai.

2. What conditions does Dr. V Mohan Kumar specialise in treating?

Dr. V Mohan Kumar specialises in urology and renal transplantation — treating kidney stones, prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, testicular cancer, kidney failure (renal transplant), BPH, urinary fistula, erectile dysfunction, and male infertility — for patients seeking the best robotic urologist and kidney transplant surgeon in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. V Mohan Kumar?

Appointments with Dr. V Mohan Kumar 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. V Mohan Kumar?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. V Mohan Kumar, 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. V Mohan Kumar offer second opinions for Urology and Renal Transplantation cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert Urology and Renal Transplantation review from a specialist in Chennai.

About Dr. V Mohan Kumar