About Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan
Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan is a pioneering Senior Consultant Urologist and Renal Transplant Specialist at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, with over 50 years of clinical experience and a legacy as one of India's foremost urology educators and transplant surgeons.
- 50+ years of clinical experience in urology and renal transplantation; nearly 2,000 kidney transplants performed
- MBBS (1969), MS — General Surgery (1974), MCh — Urology (1978), FRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, UK
- Retired as Professor & Head of Department of Urology — Madras Medical College (36+ years faculty)
- Best Doctor Award — Rotary Club of India (Lifetime Achievement); Doctor of Science (DSc) — MGR Medical University, Madras
- Past President — Madras Urological Society; Past President — Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry Urological Society
- One of the first surgeons in India to perform cadaver kidney transplantation in a government institution
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — University of Madras, 1969
- MS — General Surgery, Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, 1974
- MCh — Urology / Genito-Urinary Surgery, Govt. Royapettah Hospital & Kilpauk Medical College, 1978
Fellowships & Special Training
- FRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, UK (Full Registration with General Medical Council, UK)
- Higher Training in Urology — Various UK institutions (1981–1985)
- Training — Cadaver Kidney Transplantation, Medical Centre & Transplant Laboratory, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
- Training — ABO Incompatible Renal Transplantation, Women's Medical College, Tokyo, Japan (September 1997)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Full Registration — General Medical Council (GMC), UK
- Past President — Madras Urological Society
- Past President — Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry Urological Society
- Life Member — Urological Society of India (USI)
- Member — Indian Society of Organ Transplantation
- Scholar — Indian National Science Academy
- Founder Member — Cancer of Prostate Endeavors (COPE)
- Member — Urosphere
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Kidney Transplantation (Living and Cadaveric)
- ABO Incompatible Renal Transplantation
- Male Infertility
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Androgen Deficiency
- Kidney Stones
- Urological Cancers (Prostate, Kidney, Bladder)
- Urinary Tract Disorders
Sub-specialties
- Renal Transplantation: Performed nearly 2,000 kidney transplants including cadaver transplants and ABO-incompatible cases — one of India's most experienced renal transplant surgeons in Chennai.
- Male Infertility & Andrology: Specialised management of male infertility and androgen deficiency disorders, with decades of expertise in microsurgical urology.
- Prostate Cancer (COPE Founder Member): Founder member of Cancer of Prostate Endeavors — dedicated to research and awareness of prostate cancer in India.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Cadaveric & Living Kidney Transplantation
- ABO-Incompatible Renal Transplantation
- TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate)
- Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Urological Endoscopic Procedures
- Male Infertility Microsurgery
- Renal Stone Surgery (Open & Endoscopic)
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai — Senior Consultant, Urology & Renal Transplant (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Madras Medical College, Chennai — Professor & Head, Department of Urology (Retired after 36+ years of faculty service)
- Various Government Teaching Institutions of Tamil Nadu — Professor & Urologist
- Urology Departments, UK — Higher Training (1981–1985)
- King Khalid Hospital, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — Consultant Urologist (1986–1987)
Academic & Research Roles
- Professor & Head of Urology — Madras Medical College, Chennai (36+ years)
- Examiner — MCh Genito-Urinary Surgery, TNMGRMU; Osmania University; Bangalore University; Bombay University
- Endowment Oration instituted by students in his honour — Urological Society of India (South Zone)
Key Achievements
- Nearly 2,000 kidney transplants performed
- One of the first surgeons to perform cadaver kidney transplantation in a Government Institution in India
- 36+ years as Professor & HoD, Urology — Madras Medical College
- Best Doctor Award (Lifetime Achievement) — Rotary Club of India, Chennai
- Doctor of Science (DSc) — MGR Medical University, Madras
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Best Doctor Award (Lifetime Achievement): Rotary Club of India, Chennai
- Doctor of Science (DSc): MGR Medical University, Madras — honorary recognition of scholarly contributions to urology
- Urology Gold Medal: Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry Urological Society — appreciation of service to urology
- Endowment Oration: Established in his honour by students & assistant professors — Urological Society of India (South Zone)
Professional Memberships
- Urological Society of India (USI) — Life Member
- Indian Society of Organ Transplantation
- Association of Surgeons of India — Life Member
- Indian National Science Academy — Scholar
- Cancer of Prostate Endeavors (COPE) — Founder Member
- Urosphere — Member
- General Medical Council (GMC), UK — Full Registration
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Extensive publications in national and international urology journals spanning renal transplantation, andrology, male infertility, and prostate disease. Full list not publicly digitised.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- ABO-incompatible renal transplantation outcomes
- Male infertility and androgen deficiency management
- Prostate cancer detection and treatment in India
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Kidney Transplant (Living Donor) | ₹8,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $9,600 – $18,000 |
| TURP (Prostate Surgery) | ₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $960 – $2,400 |
| Kidney Stone Endoscopic Surgery | ₹60,000 – ₹1,50,000 | $720 – $1,800 |
| Prostate Cancer Surgery | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $2,400 – $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. Sivaraman Balakrishnan use in Urology treatment?
Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan employs advanced renal transplant techniques including ABO-incompatible transplantation (trained in Japan), cadaveric transplant protocols, TURP, endoscopic kidney stone procedures, and microsurgical male infertility treatments. His 50+ years of experience includes training at elite centres in the UK and Poland.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan specialize in treating?
Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan specialises in kidney transplantation (including cadaveric and ABO-incompatible), BPH, male infertility, androgen deficiency, kidney stones, and prostate cancer. International patients seek him as one of the most experienced urologists and renal transplant specialists in Chennai, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan?
Appointments with Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan 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. Sivaraman Balakrishnan?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan, 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. Sivaraman Balakrishnan offer second opinions for Urology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their urological or renal transplant diagnosis with one of India's most distinguished urology specialists in Chennai.
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