Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru – India
About Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh
Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh is a distinguished Urologist and Andrologist in Bangalore, India, with 15+ years of experience. Bangalore Medical College, AIIMS New Delhi and Kasturba Manipal-trained, he is Consultant Urologist at Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road and former Assistant Professor at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal.
- 15+ years of clinical and surgical experience in urology and andrology
- MBBS — Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (1998–1999)
- MS General Surgery — AIIMS New Delhi (2003)
- MCh Urology — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal (2010)
- Consultant Urology — Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- Former Assistant Professor — Department of Urology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
- Specialised training in HoLEP, ThuLEP and flexible ureteroscopy
- Member — Urological Society of India, Association of Southern Urologists
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, 1998–1999
- MS (General Surgery) — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, 2003
- MCh (Urology) — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, 2010
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialised training in Flexible Ureteroscopy
- Advanced training in Laser Prostatectomy — HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate) and ThuLEP (Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate)
- Additional training in Laparoscopic Urology
- Specialised training in Endourological Management of Kidney Stone Diseases
- Training in Robotic Urological Procedures
- Training in Kidney Transplantation
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council / Medical Council of India Registration
- Urological Society of India (USI) — Active Member
- Association of South Indian Urologists (ASIU) / Association of Southern Urologists (ASU) — Member
- International Continence Society (ICS) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Kidney Stones (Renal, Ureteric, Bladder)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) / Enlarged Prostate
- Prostate Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Male Infertility
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Hydrocele, Varicocele
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urogynaecological Disorders
- End-Stage Renal Disease (Kidney Transplantation)
- Ureteric Strictures and Obstructions
- Pelvi-Ureteric Junction Obstruction (PUJO)
- Hematuria (Blood in Urine)
Sub-specialties
- Endourology: Stone disease and prostate procedures — a leading urologist in Bangalore, India.
- Laparoscopic Urology: Minimally invasive urological surgery.
- Urogynaecology: Female urology and pelvic floor disorders.
- Kidney Transplantation: Living and deceased donor transplants.
- Robotic Urological Procedures: Advanced robotic urology surgery.
- Andrology: Male infertility, erectile dysfunction and testosterone management.
- Laser Prostatectomy: HoLEP and ThuLEP specialist.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- HoLEP — Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
- ThuLEP — Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
- Flexible Ureteroscopy
- Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Ureteroscopy with Laser Lithotripsy (URSL)
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
- Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)
- Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT)
- Laparoscopic Nephrectomy (Radical and Partial)
- Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
- Robotic Prostate Surgery
- Kidney Transplantation
- Varicocele Treatment
- Hydrocele Testis Treatment
- Flexible Cystoscopy (Diagnostic and Therapeutic)
- Male Infertility Evaluation and Treatment
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore — Consultant, Urology (Present)
- Apollo Clinic, Electronic City, Bangalore — Consultant Urologist (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Kasturba Medical College, Manipal — Assistant Professor, Department of Urology
- Kasturba Medical College, Manipal — MCh Urology Training (2010)
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi — MS General Surgery (2003)
- Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute — MBBS (1998–1999)
Academic & Research Roles
- Former Assistant Professor — Department of Urology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
- Active participant in national and international urology forums
- Peer-reviewed publications in urology journals
- Member — Urological Society of India (USI), Association of Southern Urologists (ASU), International Continence Society (ICS)
Key Achievements
- 15+ years of clinical and surgical experience in urology and andrology
- Trained at AIIMS New Delhi and Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
- Former Assistant Professor at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
- Consultant Urologist at Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road and Apollo Clinic Electronic City
- Specialised in HoLEP and ThuLEP laser prostatectomy
- Expert in flexible ureteroscopy and endourological management of kidney stones
- 99% patient recommendation on public platforms
- Speaks English, Hindi and Kannada to connect with diverse patient base
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- MS General Surgery from AIIMS New Delhi — one of India's most prestigious institutes
- MCh Urology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University
- Specialised HoLEP and ThuLEP training — advanced laser prostatectomy
- 99% patient recommendation on public platforms
- Peer-reviewed urology publications
Professional Memberships
- Urological Society of India (USI) — Active Member
- Association of South Indian Urologists (ASIU) / Association of Southern Urologists (ASU)
- International Continence Society (ICS)
- Karnataka Medical Council
- Medical Council of India
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in urology journals.
- Active participant in national and international urology conferences.
- Contributor to academic urology at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Endourology and kidney stone management
- Laparoscopic urology
- Urogynaecology
- Kidney transplantation
- Robotic urological procedures
- HoLEP and ThuLEP laser prostatectomy
- Flexible ureteroscopy
- Male infertility and andrology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology / Andrology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| HoLEP / ThuLEP (Laser Prostatectomy) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| RIRS / Flexible Ureteroscopy | ₹75,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $900 – $2,400 |
| PCNL (Kidney Stone) | ₹90,000 – ₹2,20,000 | $1,080 – $2,640 |
| TURP (Prostate) | ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,450 – $3,000 |
| Kidney Transplantation (Living Donor) | ₹8,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $9,600 – $16,800 |
| Laparoscopic Nephrectomy | ₹2,80,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,360 – $6,600 |
| Varicocele / Hydrocele Surgery | ₹50,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $600 – $1,450 |
*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. Giridhar Venkatesh use in Urologist and Andrologist treatment?
Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh uses advanced techniques including HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation) and ThuLEP (Thulium Laser Enucleation) of the prostate, flexible ureteroscopy, retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS), percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy (URSL), ESWL, TURP, TURBT, laparoscopic nephrectomy, laparoscopic donor nephrectomy, robotic prostate surgery, kidney transplantation, varicocele and hydrocele treatment, and male infertility evaluation — delivering world-class urology and andrology care in Bangalore, India. Virtual consultations are available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh specialize in treating?
Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh specialises in kidney stones (renal, ureteric, bladder), BPH, prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder cancer, testicular cancer, UTI, male infertility, erectile dysfunction, hydrocele, varicocele, urinary incontinence, urogynaecological disorders, end-stage renal disease, ureteric strictures, pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction and hematuria — making him among the best urologists and andrologists in Bangalore, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh?
Appointments with Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh 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. Giridhar Venkatesh?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Giridhar Venkatesh, 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. Giridhar Venkatesh offer second opinions for Urologist and Andrologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an AIIMS New Delhi and Kasturba Medical College Manipal-trained expert urologist, andrologist, former Assistant Professor of Urology and HoLEP and ThuLEP laser prostatectomy specialist in Bangalore, India.
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