Dr. Abhay Kumar is a pioneer of robotic and reconstructive urological surgeries in Eastern India, known especially for introducing Neo-Bladder Surgery in the region. He has led major advancements in robot-assisted urology, significantly improving patient outcomes. He is also a lifelong educator and trainer, actively involved in workshops, conferences, and surgical training. Dr. Kumar is widely respected for combining surgical innovation with personalised, compassionate patient care.
Educational Qualifications:
- MBBS
- MS (General Surgery) – Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai
- DNB (Genito-Urinary Surgery) – Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai
- Fellowship in Uro-Oncology – Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Professional Memberships:
- Lifetime Member of the Indian Urological Society
- Lifetime Member of the Indian Association of Surgeons
- Member of the Robotic Urology Forum
Publications:
- Bakshi G, Tongaonkar H, Addla S, Menon S, Pradhan A, Kumar A, et al. Expert survey on the management of prostate cancer in India: Real-world insights into practice patterns. Indian Journal of Cancer [Internet]. 2022 Mar.
- Rajesh Ahlawat, Khera R, Gautam G, Kumar A. Robot-Assisted Simultaneous Bilateral Radical Inguinal Lymphadenectomy Along with Robotic Bilateral Pelvic Lymphadenectomy: A Feasibility Study. Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. 2016 May
- Rajiv Y, Kumar A, Poonam Y. Bilateral simultaneous robot-assisted pyelolithotomy for large (>6 cm) kidney stones: technique and review of literature. Journal of Robotic Surgery. 2015 July