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0 Dr. Hemanth Kumar

Dr. Hemanth Kumar

Senior Director GI, Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery

Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj
17+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • MBBS
  • DNB (General Surgery)
Overview:

Dr. Hemanth Kumar Kasaragod is a distinguished gastrointestinal surgeon with 20 years of experience in laparoscopic and minimal access surgeries. He has performed more than 25,000 surgeries, encompassing both simple and advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures.

His surgical expertise spans a wide range of procedures, including gastrointestinal, colorectal (benign and cancer), metabolic (including diabetes mellitus), and bariatric (weight loss) surgeries. Dr. Kumar is particularly renowned for his proficiency in advanced laparoscopic techniques such as Whipple's procedure, radical gastrectomy, cholecystectomy, and sphincter-preserving ultra-low anterior resections.

Dr. Kumar began his medical career at Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi before joining the Fortis Group of Hospitals. He holds multiple fellowship degrees in minimal access and laparoscopic surgeries and has a profound knowledge of open surgical procedures, including breast and thyroid surgeries.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Kumar is actively involved in academic and research activities. He has presented papers at various national and international forums, published articles in reputed journals, and contributed chapters to surgical textbooks. He also serves as a teaching faculty for the Fellowship of National Board (FNB) in minimal access surgery and conducts workshops on hernia and bariatric surgeries.

An avid sports enthusiast, Dr. Kumar has represented at national levels in badminton and cricket, reflecting his commitment to a balanced and active lifestyle.

Conditions Treated

  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Colorectal diseases (benign and malignant)
  • Metabolic conditions, including diabetes mellitus
  • Obesity and related complications
  • Hernias (inguinal, umbilical, incisional, complex, lateral wall)
  • Breast and thyroid conditions

Procedures Performed

  • Laparoscopic and robotic gastrointestinal surgeries
  • Colorectal surgeries, including ultra-low anterior resection and abdominoperineal resection
  • Bariatric surgeries: sleeve gastrectomy, mini gastric bypass
  • Laparoscopic Whipple's procedure
  • Radical gastrectomy and cholecystectomy
  • Advanced hernia repairs using laparoscopic techniques
  • Breast and thyroid surgeries

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Dr. Kumar specializes in gastrointestinal, minimal access, bariatric, and robotic surgeries, with a focus on laparoscopic techniques.

He has successfully performed over 25,000 surgeries, including both simple and complex procedures.

Yes, Dr. Kumar is proficient in robotic surgeries and has performed various gastrointestinal and bariatric procedures using the Da Vinci Xi system.

You can book an appointment directly through Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital's official website. Alternatively, for assistance with medical travel and personalized support, contact HOSPIDIO at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337.

Absolutely. Dr. Kumar is a teaching faculty for the Fellowship of National Board (FNB) in minimal access surgery and regularly conducts workshops and hands-on training sessions in hernia and bariatric surgeries.