Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai – India
About Dr. Vivek Venkat
Dr. Vivek Venkat is a Senior Consultant in Urology and Robotic Urology at Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai, with over 13 years of urological experience. He is a Gold Medallist in MCh Urology from Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore — the oldest and one of India's finest urology training institutions — and holds a Fellowship in Uro-Oncology and Robotic Surgery from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, USA (2015–2017), with 600+ robotic surgeries performed. He is also a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Miami.
- 13+ years of urology, uro-oncology, and renal transplant experience; 600+ robotic surgeries
- MBBS — B.J. Medical College, Pune, 2005
- MS (General Surgery) — Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai, 2009
- MCh (Urology) Gold Medal — CMC Vellore, 2013
- Fellowship (Urologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery) — University of Miami, USA, 2015–2017
- Visiting Associate Professor — University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
- Part of landmark RAZOR Trial (The Lancet, 2018) — world's first multicenter RCT comparing open vs. robotic surgery for any organ site
- Dr. Seetharaman Memorial Best Essay Prize — USICON 2014; Shaliwahan Singh Rawal Gold Medal — CMC Vellore
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Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — B.J. Medical College and Sassoon General Hospital, Pune (University of Pune), Maharashtra, India, 2005
- MS — General Surgery — Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India, 2009
- MCh — Urology / Genito-Urinary Surgery — Christian Medical College (CMC) & Hospital, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India, 2013 (Gold Medal)
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Urologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery — University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA (2015–2017)
- Instructor / Faculty — Department of Urologic Oncology & Robotics, University of Miami (2017–2018)
- Assistant Professor — Department of Urology & Renal Transplantation, Christian Medical College, Vellore (2014–2015)
- Senior Registrar — Department of Urology & Renal Transplantation, Max Hospital, Delhi (2013)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
- Visiting Associate Professor — University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, USA
- Member — American Urological Association (AUA)
- Member — South East Section of the American Urological Association (SEAUA)
- Associate Member — Urological Society of India (USI)
- Associate Member — Association of Southern Urologists
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer (Radical Prostatectomy — Robotic)
- Kidney Cancer (Robotic Partial & Radical Nephrectomy)
- Bladder Cancer (TURBT & Robotic Radical Cystectomy)
- Testicular Cancer
- Penile Cancer
- Adrenal Masses
- Renal Transplantation (Kidney Transplant)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Haematuria (Blood in Urine)
- Ureteral Tumours
Sub-specialties
- Robotic Uro-Oncology: Fellowship-trained at the University of Miami — one of the USA's foremost robotic urology centres with 800+ robotic cases per year. Dr. Venkat has personally performed 600+ robotic surgeries including robotic radical prostatectomy, robotic partial nephrectomy, and robotic radical cystectomy — making him the leading robotic urologist in Mumbai for cancer surgery.
- Renal Transplantation: Trained at CMC Vellore — the institution that performed India's first successful kidney transplant (1971). Expert in living and deceased donor renal transplantation.
- Clinical Research & RAZOR Trial: Co-investigator in the landmark RAZOR trial (The Lancet, June 2018) — the world's first multicenter phase 3 RCT comparing open vs. robotic radical cystectomy for bladder cancer.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy (for prostate cancer)
- Robotic Partial Nephrectomy (kidney-sparing cancer surgery)
- Robotic Radical Cystectomy (bladder removal)
- TURBT (Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour)
- Robotic Adrenalectomy
- Laparoscopic Nephrectomy
- Kidney Transplantation (Living & Deceased Donor)
- TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate)
- Ureteroscopy (URS) for Kidney Stones
- Penile Cancer Surgery
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Vivek Venkat can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Vile Parle West, Mumbai — Senior Consultant, Urology & Robotic Urology, Present
- Jewel Hospital, Mumbai — Consultant Urologist, Present
Past Affiliations
- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, USA — Fellow (2015–2017); Instructor/Faculty (2017–2018)
- Christian Medical College, Vellore — Assistant Professor, Urology & Renal Transplantation (2014–2015)
- Max Hospital, Delhi — Senior Registrar, Urology & Renal Transplantation (2013)
- Ratna Hospital & Jehangir Hospital, Pune — Clinical Assistant (2009)
Academic & Research Roles
- Visiting Associate Professor — University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (ongoing research & publications)
- Co-investigator — RAZOR Trial (The Lancet, 2018)
- 25+ indexed publications in national and international urology journals
- Invited speaker and moderator at national and international urology conferences
Key Achievements
- 13+ years of urological experience; 600+ robotic surgeries
- Gold Medal — MCh Urology, CMC Vellore (oldest urology department in India; first renal transplant in India, 1971)
- Fellowship at University of Miami — one of USA's top robotic urology centres
- Visiting Associate Professor — University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
- Co-investigator, RAZOR Trial — The Lancet 2018 (world's first multicenter phase 3 RCT, open vs. robotic surgery)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Shaliwahan Singh Rawal Gold Medal — Best Student in Urology, CMC Vellore (MCh examinations)
- Dr. Seetharaman Memorial Best Essay Prize — USICON (Urological Society of India Annual Conference), New Delhi, 2014
- K.P. Menon Best Paper Award — USICON, Pune, 2013
- Selected by Urological Society of India (USI) to attend annual EU Residents Education Programme (EUREP), Prague, 2012
Professional Memberships
- American Urological Association (AUA)
- South East Section of AUA
- Urological Society of India (USI) — Associate Member
- Association of Southern Urologists
- Maharashtra Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- RAZOR Trial — Robot-assisted vs. open radical cystectomy in patients with bladder cancer (RAZOR): phase 3 non-inferiority trial. Parekh DJ, Venkatramani V et al. The Lancet, 2018; 391(10139):2525–2536.
- Trends in Utilization of Robotic and Open Partial Nephrectomy for Management of cT1 Renal Masses. Alameddine M et al. Eur Urol Focus, 2018.
- Urogenital fistulae in India: a retrospective analysis. Venkatramani V, Shanmugasundaram R, Kekre NS. Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg, 2014.
- Emphysematous pyelonephritis in a renal transplant recipient. Vivek V, Panda A, Devasia A. Ann Transplant, 2012.
- 25+ additional publications in indexed national and international urology journals.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Robotic uro-oncology outcomes research
- Renal transplantation advances
- Bladder cancer management (open vs. robotic)
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Robotic Radical Prostatectomy | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $4,200 – $8,400 |
| Robotic Partial / Radical Nephrectomy | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,600 – $7,800 |
| Robotic Radical Cystectomy | ₹4,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,800 – $9,600 |
| Kidney Transplant | ₹7,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $9,000 – $14,400 |
*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. Vivek Venkat use in Urology and Robotic Uro-Oncology treatment?
Dr. Vivek Venkat employs the latest evidence-based tools and minimally invasive techniques relevant to Urology and Robotic Uro-Oncology. 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. Vivek Venkat specialize in treating?
Dr. Vivek Venkat is a specialist in Urology and Robotic Uro-Oncology, treating a broad spectrum of conditions in this field — including both common presentations and complex, rare cases requiring expert Urology and Robotic Uro-Oncology care.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vivek Venkat?
Appointments with Dr. Vivek Venkat 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. Vivek Venkat?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Vivek Venkat, 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. Vivek Venkat offer second opinions for Urology and Robotic Uro-Oncology 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 Urology and Robotic Uro-Oncology specialist.
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