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49 Dr. Muruganandham K

Dr. Muruganandham K

HOD and Senior Consultant Renal Sciences

Gleneagles Hospital, Chennai
Chennai, India
19+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • M.Ch (Urology)
Overview:

Dr. Muruganandham K is a renowned Urologist and Head of the Institute of Renal Sciences at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai. With over 19 years of experience, he is recognized for his profound knowledge in both General Surgery and Urology. He began serving as a Consultant Urologist in 2006 and has been a professor in the Urology department since 2011.

A pioneer in the field of Renal Transplantation, Dr. Muruganandham was instrumental in initiating and executing several landmark surgeries. He performed the first kidney transplantation surgery at JIPMER, and also achieved the first laparoscopic kidney retrieval from a living related donor at the same institute. His leadership extended beyond the operation theatre as he served as the Founder Secretary and Convener of the JIPMER Quality Council, focusing on patient safety and quality care innovations.

He also led a team that successfully performed the first deceased donor kidney transplantation in the Union Territory of Puducherry. His vast expertise includes Endo-Urology, Uro-Oncology, and various complex urological procedures.

Condition Treated

  • Kidney Failure
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
  • Prostate Enlargement
  • Ureteral Obstruction
  • Bladder Tumors
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

Procedure Performed

  • Kidney Transplantation
  • Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
  • URSL (Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy)
  • TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate)
  • TURBT (Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor)
  • Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Flexible Cystoscopy
  • Radical Nephrectomy
  • Radical Prostatectomy
  • Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection
  • IVC Thrombectomy

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Dr. Muruganandham specializes in Urology, Renal Transplantation, Endo-Urological and Uro-Oncological surgeries.

Yes, he performed the first kidney transplant and first laparoscopic kidney retrieval at JIPMER, and the first deceased donor kidney transplant in Puducherry.

He is currently practicing at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

You can book an appointment directly with Gleneagles HealthCity or contact HOSPIDIO for a hassle-free booking at [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp at +91-9870538337.

He has vast experience in kidney transplants, both from living and deceased donors, and has been a key figure in developing renal transplant programs.