Dr. R. Vijay Kumar is a highly respected Urologist with over 31 years of clinical expertise. He has pioneered minimally invasive and laser-based techniques in urology, including HoLEP and advanced stone management. Having led the Urology department at premier institutes like RG Stone and Gem Hospital, he is now heading Urology at Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani. He is also an active mentor and speaker at national and international conferences.
Educational Qualifications
- MS (General Surgery)
- MCh (Urology)
- DNB (Urology)
- MNAMS
- FRCS (Edinburgh)
Professional Experience
- Senior Consultant & Head, Urology – Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani (Nov 2023 – Present)
- Head, Urology – Gem Hospital, Chennai (2019–2023)
- Chief Urologist – RG Stone Urology & Laparoscopic Hospital, Chennai (1994–2019)
Notable Achievements
- Pioneer in introducing minimally invasive urology and laser techniques in Chennai
- Mentored and trained fellow urologists in advanced endourological procedures
- Regularly chairs and presents in international and national conferences
Professional Memberships
- Indian Medical Association (IMA – Chennai South)
- Madras Urological Society (MUS)
- Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry Association of Urologists (TAPASU)
- Association of Southern Urologists (ASU)
- Urological Society of India (USI)
- Endourology Society (International)
- European Urology
- Société Internationale d’Urologie (SIU)
Certifications & Training
- Advanced training in Endourology & Laser Urology
- Specialized workshops in Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Urology
Awards & Achievements
- Recognized for pioneering minimally invasive urology in Chennai
- Honored at conferences for contributions to Endourology and Laser Urology
Publications & Video & Poster Presentations
- Presented cumulative research and innovations in endourology at national & international conferences
- Chaired sessions and delivered talks in workshops across India