Apollo Gleneagles Hospital, Kolkata – India
About Dr. Vinay Mahendra
Dr. Vinay Mahendra is a Senior Consultant Urologist, Laparoscopic & Robotic Urological Surgeon and Renal Transplant Surgeon in Kolkata with over 29 years of clinical experience. He is the first urologist to introduce robotic urological surgery in Kolkata and is one of the few specialists in India offering robotically-assisted complex urological procedures.
- 29+ years of experience in Urology, Uro-oncology, and Renal Transplantation
- 99% patient recommendation rate (120 verified reviews)
- First to pioneer robotic urology surgery in Kolkata using the da Vinci Surgical System
- Gold Medal — Best Performance in MS (General Surgery); Bard Scholarship — 1st position for MCh (Urology) postgraduates in India
- Multiple publications in international urology journals including BJU International
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Lucknow University, Lucknow, India, 1989
- MS (General Surgery) — Lucknow University, Lucknow, India, 1992
- MCh (Urology) — Pondicherry University, India
- DNB (Urology) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, India, 1995
- FRCS (Glasgow) — Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow, UK, 2000
Fellowships & Special Training
- Course on Scientific Basis of Urology — Guy's Hospital, London, UK
- Course on Renal Transplantation and Nephrology — Oxford, UK
- British Association of Paediatric Urology Course — Cambridge, UK
- Peter Freyer Surgical Society Meeting — Galway, Ireland
Certifications & Accreditations
- West Bengal Medical Council Registration No. 71640
- FRCS (Urology) — Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Carcinoma)
- Testicular Cancer
- Kidney Stones (Nephrolithiasis)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Tract Obstruction
- Male Infertility & Andrology Conditions
- End-Stage Renal Disease requiring Transplantation
Sub-specialties
- Robotic Urological Surgery: Pioneer of da Vinci robotic surgery in Kolkata — a primary reason international patients seek the best urologist in India for minimally invasive cancer surgery.
- Renal Transplantation: Extensive experience as part of multi-institutional kidney transplant teams, offering living and cadaveric donor transplants.
- Uro-oncology: Expert surgical management of prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers including radical procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
- Radical & Partial Cystectomy (Bladder Cancer)
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection (RPLND)
- Intracorporeal Urinary Diversion
- Laparoscopic & Robotic Nephrectomy
- Ureteric Re-implantation
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for Kidney Stones
- Kidney Transplantation (Living & Cadaveric Donor)
- Extended Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Vinay Mahendra can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata, West Bengal, India — Senior Consultant Urologist, Laparoscopic & Robotic Urological Surgeon and Renal Transplant Surgeon (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Belfast City Hospital, Belfast, Ireland — Consultant Urologist & Specialist Registrar
- Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, Scotland — Research Fellow in Urology
- Pilgrim Hospital, Boston, Lincolnshire, UK — Specialist Registrar in Urology
- Gwynedd Hospitals, North Wales, UK — Registrar in Urology
Academic & Research Roles
- Contributor to chapter in A–Z of Urology (textbook, co-authored with Walsh IK, Nambirajan T)
Key Achievements
- First urologist to introduce robotic urological surgery in Kolkata
- 29+ years of combined urological and transplant surgical expertise
- 99% recommendation rate from verified patients
- Bard Scholarship — 1st position for all MCh (Urology) postgraduate students of India
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Gold Medal — Best Performance in MS (General Surgery) exit exam
- Gold Medal — Best Student in Clinical Surgery
- Gold Medal — Best Essay in Orthopaedic Surgery
- Bard Scholarship — 1st position for all MCh (Urology) postgraduates in India, Annual Conference of India, Calcutta
- Merit Scholarship — 2nd position in State Combined Pre-medical Entrance and MBBS Professional Exams
Professional Memberships
- Urological Society of India (USI)
- West Bengal Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Walsh IK, Mahendra V, Smith SG, Stone AR, Nambirajan T. "Cadaveric fascia lata pubovaginal sling." BJU International. 2002;89:364–368.
- Chapter contributor — A–Z of Urology (textbook), co-authored with Walsh IK and Nambirajan T.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Outcomes of robotic urological surgery in uro-oncology
- Paediatric and adult renal transplant outcomes comparison
- Minimally invasive management of upper urinary tract stones
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹1,500 | $12 – $18 |
| Robotic Prostatectomy | ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $4,200 – $7,200 |
| Kidney Transplant (Living Donor) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $7,200 – $12,000 |
| PCNL (Kidney Stone Removal) | ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,440 – $3,000 |
| Laparoscopic/Robotic Nephrectomy | ₹2,00,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $2,400 – $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. Vinay Mahendra use in Urology treatment?
Dr. Vinay Mahendra uses the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System for minimally invasive urological procedures, laparoscopic instrumentation, holmium laser (HoLEP) for prostate surgery, and flexible ureteroscopy for kidney stone management.
2. What conditions does Dr. Vinay Mahendra specialise in treating?
Dr. Vinay Mahendra specialises as a Urologist and Renal Transplant Specialist, treating prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, testicular cancer, kidney stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia, urinary incontinence, and end-stage renal disease requiring transplantation.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vinay Mahendra?
Appointments with Dr. Vinay Mahendra 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. Vinay Mahendra?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Vinay Mahendra, 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. Vinay Mahendra offer second opinions for Urology and Renal Transplant cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their urological diagnosis or transplant eligibility with one of Kolkata's most experienced urology specialists.
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