Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad – India
About Dr. Sanjai Addla
Dr. Sanjai Addla is a Consultant Uro-Oncologist and Robotic Surgeon at Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad — with 22+ years of experience, 18 of which were in the UK (including as NHS Consultant at Bradford Teaching Hospitals) — having performed 500+ robotic prostatectomies and 150+ robotic partial nephrectomies, and recognised as a proctor (trainer) by Intuitive Surgical (da Vinci).
- 22+ years of experience (18 years in the UK); 500+ robotic prostatectomies; 150+ robotic partial nephrectomies; 750+ major urological cancer procedures
- MBBS — Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (1997); MRCS — Royal College of Surgeons UK (2000); FRCS (Urology) — Royal College of Surgeons UK (2007); CCT/MD — University of Manchester (2010); Fellowship Uro-Oncology — The Christie Hospital, Manchester (largest cancer centre in Europe)
- Introduced robotic surgery at Bradford Royal Infirmary, UK; recognised proctor for da Vinci robotic surgery by Intuitive Surgical
- Invited to British Parliament discussion on access to robotic surgery (2015)
- Member — British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS), European Association of Urology (EAU); Best Reviewer Award — Indian Journal of Urology (2017)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India, 1997
- MRCS — Member, Royal College of Surgeons, UK, 2000
- FRCS (Urology) — Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons, UK, 2007
- MD / CCT in Urology — University of Manchester, UK, 2010
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Uro-Oncology — The Christie Hospital, Manchester, UK (largest cancer centre in Europe; 2004–2009)
- Specialist Robotic Surgical Training — Intuitive Surgical (da Vinci); TUF Robotic Preceptorship for Advanced Robotic Training (2013)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Recognised Proctor (Trainer) for Robotic Surgery — Intuitive Surgical (da Vinci System)
- Member — British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS)
- Member — European Association of Urology (EAU)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer (Robotic Radical Prostatectomy)
- Kidney Cancer (Robotic Partial & Radical Nephrectomy)
- Bladder Cancer (TURBT, Radical Cystectomy)
- Testicular Cancer
- Penile Cancer
- Urinary Flow Problems (BPH, Stricture)
- Urinary Incontinence (UI)
- Kidney Stones
Sub-specialties
- Robotic Uro-Oncology (da Vinci): One of India's most experienced robotic uro-oncological surgeons — 500+ robotic prostatectomies; 150+ robotic partial nephrectomies — recognised proctor for the da Vinci robotic system by Intuitive Surgical, and introduced robotic surgery at Bradford Royal Infirmary, UK. Invited to British Parliament to speak on robotic surgery access (2015).
- Urological Oncology Surgery: Christie Hospital Fellowship-trained uro-oncologist — specialist in cancers of prostate, kidney, bladder, testis, and penis — using both robotic and open surgical approaches.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy (da Vinci)
- Robotic Partial Nephrectomy (da Vinci)
- Radical Cystectomy + Orthotopic Neobladder Reconstruction
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection (RPLND — Testicular Cancer)
- TURBT (Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour)
- TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate)
- Pyeloplasty
- Urinary Fistula Repair
- Robotic Surgery for Pelvic Prolapse
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Sanjai Addla can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Cancer Institutes, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad — Consultant Urologist, Uro-Oncologist & Robotic Surgeon (Present, from August 2016)
Past Affiliations
- Bradford Teaching Hospitals, Bradford, UK — Consultant Urologist, Uro-Oncologist & Robotic Surgeon (November 2009 – July 2016)
- The Christie Hospital, Manchester, UK — Urologist / Uro-Oncology Fellow (October 2004 – November 2009)
Academic & Research Roles
- Multiple research publications in European Urology, BJU International, Clinical Oncology, and Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Co-author — PLAB Handbook Part 2 (3rd Edition, 2006, Paras Medical Books)
- Invited speaker — regional and international urology conferences
Key Achievements
- 22+ years of urological and uro-oncology practice (18 years UK)
- 500+ robotic prostatectomies; 150+ robotic partial nephrectomies
- Introduced robotic surgery at Bradford Royal Infirmary, UK
- Recognised Proctor — da Vinci Robotic Surgery (Intuitive Surgical)
- Invited to British Parliament — Access to Robotic Surgery discussion (2015)
- EUSP and IPSEN Fund Training Award (2008)
- Best Poster Presentation — 26th Annual EAU Congress, Vienna (2011)
- Best Reviewer Award — Indian Journal of Urology (2017)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- EUSP and IPSEN Fund Training Award: European Association of Urology, 2008
- Best Poster Presentation: 26th Annual EAU Congress, Vienna, 2011
- Runners Up — Team of the Year Award: Bradford Teaching Hospitals, 2015
- Best Reviewer Award: Indian Journal of Urology, 2017
- Invited to British Parliament — Discussion on Access to Robotic Surgery, 2015
Professional Memberships
- British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS)
- European Association of Urology (EAU)
- Chairman — Uro-Oncology Section, Urological Society of India (USI)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Addla SK, Adeyoju AAB, Wemyss-Holden GD, Neilson D. "Local Anaesthetic for Transrectal Ultrasound-Guided Prostate Biopsy." European Urology. 2003; 43(5): 441–443.
- Addla SK, Adeyoju AB, Neilson D, O'Reilly P. "Diclofenac for Treatment of Nocturnal Polyuria." European Urology. 2006; 49: 720–726.
- Veeratterapillay R, Addla SK, Jelley C, et al. "Early surgical outcomes and oncological results of robot-assisted partial nephrectomy: a multicentre study." BJU International. 2017; 120(4): 550–555.
- Addla SK, Rajpal S, Sutcliffe N, Adeyoju A. "A simple aid to improve patient positioning during Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy." Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2008; 90(5): 433–434.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Robotic uro-oncology surgical outcomes (prostatectomy and partial nephrectomy)
- Bladder cancer management (TURBT and radical cystectomy)
- Testicular cancer lymph node dissection outcomes
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹1,200 | $10 – $14 |
| Robotic Radical Prostatectomy (da Vinci) | ₹4,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,800 – $9,600 |
| Robotic Partial Nephrectomy | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,200 – $9,000 |
| Radical Cystectomy + Neobladder | ₹4,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $4,800 – $10,800 |
| TURBT / TURP | ₹60,000 – ₹1,50,000 | $720 – $1,800 |
*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. Sanjai Addla use in Urology treatment?
Dr. Sanjai Addla employs the da Vinci robotic surgical system for radical prostatectomy, partial nephrectomy, and pelvic prolapse surgery — being a recognised proctor (trainer) for the system. His Christie Hospital, Manchester Fellowship and FRCS (Urology) from the Royal College of Surgeons UK underpin his internationally benchmarked uro-oncological expertise in Hyderabad.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sanjai Addla specialize in treating?
Dr. Sanjai Addla specialises in prostate cancer (robotic), kidney cancer (robotic), bladder cancer, testicular cancer, penile cancer, BPH, and urinary incontinence. International patients seeking the best uro-oncologist and robotic surgeon in Hyderabad consult him at Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sanjai Addla?
Appointments with Dr. Sanjai Addla 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. Sanjai Addla?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sanjai Addla, 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. Sanjai Addla offer second opinions for Urology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their urological cancer diagnosis or robotic surgery candidacy with a Christie Hospital-trained FRCS specialist in Hyderabad, India.
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