Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai – India
About Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari
Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari is a Senior Consultant and Chief of Urology with over 30 years of experience, widely recognised as one of the leading Urology specialists in Mumbai, India. He is internationally known as the pioneer of holmium laser urology in India and delivers expert care in endourology, laser surgery and minimally invasive urology.
- 30+ years of clinical experience in upper-tract endourology, lithotripsy and laser urology
- Pioneer of holmium laser use in Indian urology and one of the first to perform HoLEP in India (since 1998)
- Performed over 1,000 percutaneous nephrolithotomies, 1,500 ureteroscopies and treated 4,000+ patients with ESWL
- Author of 90+ peer-reviewed publications and co-editor of two urology textbooks
- Awarded Urology Gold Medal of the USI West Zone (2020) and Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow
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Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Government Medical College, Nagpur, 1989 (with Honours in Anatomy and Surgery)
- MS (General Surgery) — Government Medical College, Nagpur, 1992
- DNB (General Surgery) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
- MCh (Urology) — Grant Medical College, Mumbai
Fellowships & Special Training
- FRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow, UK
- SIU Fellowship — Holmium Laser Prostate Surgery with Dr. Peter Gilling, New Zealand, 1999
- MNAMS — National Academy of Medical Sciences, India
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
- Director — DNB Urology training programme
- Urological Society of India (USI) — Member, former West Zone Council Member & Treasurer
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Kidney stones and complex stone disease
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate)
- Bladder cancer and bladder tumours
- Prostate cancer and kidney cancer
- Urinary strictures and reconstructive urology cases
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- End-stage renal disease (donor nephrectomy)
- Paediatric urology referrals
Sub-specialties
- Holmium Laser Urology: HoLEP for prostate enlargement and laser lithotripsy for stones — Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari is a trusted Urologist specialist Mumbai for patients seeking the best Urologist doctor India.
- Endourology & PCNL: Pioneer techniques for complex renal stones, including laparoscopy-assisted PCNL for stones in pelvic kidneys.
- Flexible Ureteroscopy & RIRS: Among the first in India to perform therapeutic flexible ureteroscopy (1999).
- Minimally Invasive Urology: Enbloc bladder tumour excision and morcellation techniques (current research focus).
- Laparoscopic Urology: Donor nephrectomy and reconstructive procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Flexible Ureteroscopy and Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
- Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT)
- Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
- Enbloc Excision of Bladder Tumour
- Laparoscopic placement of CAPD catheters (novel technique)
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Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai — Senior Consultant & Chief of Urology, Head of Department, July 2013–Present
Past Affiliations
- Aditya Birla Memorial Hospital, Pune — Senior Consultant Urologist, December 2006–June 2013
- Earlier consultant urology roles in Mumbai and Aurangabad
Academic & Research Roles
- Director — DNB Urology training programme, Fortis Hospital Mulund (training two diplomate fellows per year)
- Editorial Committee — Indian Journal of Urology
- Editorial review panel — multiple national and international urology journals
- Co-editor — 'Atlas of Endourology' and 'USI's Clinical Urology: A Practical Approach'
- Honorary Treasurer — USI West Zone Chapter (2016–18)
Key Achievements
- First Urologist in India to be trained in holmium laser for urinary stone and prostate management
- Performed 1,000+ PCNL and 1,500+ ureteroscopies; involved in ESWL treatment of 4,000+ patients
- Devised novel techniques including laparoscopic CAPD catheter placement and antegrade DJ stent placement
- 90+ peer-reviewed publications and 135+ conference abstracts; 10 book chapters
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Urology Gold Medal — USI West Zone Chapter, 2020
- Best Reviewer Award — Indian Journal of Urology (2022–2024)
- Best Reviewer Award — Journal of Endourology (2021–2023)
- SIU Travelling Fellowship — 1999
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow (UK)
Professional Memberships
- Urological Society of India (USI)
- Société Internationale d'Urologie (SIU)
- Endourological Society
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Maharashtra Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Maheshwari PN, et al. 'Fluoroscopy guided percutaneous renal access in prone position.' World Journal of Clinical Cases. 2015.
- Maheshwari PN. 'Extraurethral Foley catheter length: A surrogate marker for size of prostatic adenoma and a clinical predictor of trial without catheter success' — ongoing research at Fortis Mulund.
- Co-editor — Atlas of Endourology.
- Co-editor — USI's Clinical Urology: A Practical Approach.
- Co-author — 'Introduction to Kidney Stone & Prostate' (patient education) and 'Kidney se Parichay' (Hindi public health book).
- Author of 90+ peer-reviewed publications in international urology journals.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Morcellation techniques and enbloc excision of bladder tumours
- Holmium laser applications in urology
- Outcomes in flexible ureteroscopy and RIRS
- Innovations in endourology technique
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Holmium Laser Lithotripsy / RIRS | ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,450 – $3,000 |
| HoLEP / Laser Prostate Surgery | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $2,160 – $4,200 |
| Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $1,800 – $3,600 |
| ESWL — per session | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480 |
| TURBT (Bladder Tumour) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $1,800 – $3,600 |
| Laparoscopic Donor 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. Pankaj N. Maheshwari use in Urologist treatment?
Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari uses the most advanced holmium laser systems for prostate (HoLEP) and stone surgery, flexible ureteroscopy with digital scopes, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, and laparoscopic urology platforms. He is a pioneer of holmium laser urology in India. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari specialize in treating?
Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari specialises in treating complex kidney stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia, bladder cancer, prostate and kidney cancers, urinary strictures, and recurrent urinary tract infections. International patients travel to Mumbai for his expertise in holmium laser urology and minimally invasive stone surgery, making him a preferred choice when searching for the best Urologist doctor India and Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari doctor reviews.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari?
Appointments with Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari 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. Pankaj N. Maheshwari?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Pankaj N. Maheshwari, 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. Pankaj N. Maheshwari offer second opinions for Urologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Urologist specialist in Mumbai, India.
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