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About Dr. Muruganandham K

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Murugananandham is an experienced urological surgeon in Chennai. He has more than 19 years of clinical experience. He is currently Senior Consultant and Head, urology department at Gleneagles Hospital, Perumbakkam, Chennai. Dr. Muruganandham has also been associated with Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry and R G Stone Urology and Laparoscopy Hospital, Chennai. He completed his MBBS in 1999 from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU). In the year 2005, he completed his MS in General Surgery from Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry. Later, in 2009, he completed M.Ch. in Urology/Genito from Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow. Dr. Murugananandham also passed DNB in the year 2005. He was awarded a fellowship in 2012 from the Association of minimal access surgeons of India.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Murugananandham is an expert in managing the urological conditions such as kidney stones, prostate diseases including benign prostate hyperplasia, and prostate cancer, cancer of the organs of the urinary system such as bladder, kidney and penis, urinary incontinence and urinary dribbling. He is an expert in performing kidney transplants and achieved excellence in conducting keyhole surgery and Laser surgery with an impeccable success rate. He is an esteemed member of the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI), Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry Association of Urologists, and Urological Society of India (USI).

Conditions treated by Dr. Muruganandham K

The conditions which are being treated by Dr. Muruganandham K are mentioned here for your convenience.:

  • Prostate Cancer
  • To restore Fertility in Males
  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Male Sterilization or Contraception

The conditions that are present in the reproductive system in males as well as conditions of the urinary tract are treated through several procedures by this surgeon. Urogenital tumors of the ureter, kidney, bladder, and prostate are operated upon by Urosurgeons. A condition that is pretty common is Hernia for which the patients approach Urosurgeons.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Muruganandham K

The signs and symptoms that are seen in patients with urogenital conditions are as follows:

  • Blood in urine or semen.
  • Dribbling of urine
  • Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, pelvic or rectal area, or upper thighs.
  • Painful ejaculation.
  • Pain or burning urination.
  • Frequent urge to urinate.
  • Need to get up many times during the night to urinate.

Kindly immediately consult your Urosurgeon if you are suffering from frequent urinary tract infections (UTI) and bladder incontinence. It is wise to get yourself checked with a Urosurgeon if certain symptoms like blood in urine, strong-smelling urine, or reduced urine output become clear.

Operating Hours of Dr. Muruganandham K

The surgeon consults with the patients 6 days a week, the operating hours are 10 am to 5 pm, Monday to Saturday with Sundays being an off day. The surgeon has been endorsed by several patients owing to the high success rates of the procedures performed with the least complications.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Muruganandham K

There are several popular procedures performed by Dr. Muruganandham K such as:

  • Prostatectomy
  • Trans Urethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT)
  • Prostate Cancer Treatment

It is not just the outpatient surgeries that the doctors perform but inpatient ones as well. Inguinal hernia surgery, total cystectomy, and bladder tumor surgery are some examples of the urogenital procedures that a Urosurgeon performs. It is wise to consult with patients and customize their treatment process as per their specific conditions.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB
  • MCh

Work Experiences

  • Associate Professor of Urology
  • Assistant Professor of Urology, JIPMER, Puducherry, India
  • Consultant Urologist, RG stone Urology hospital, Chennai
  • Senior Resident (Urology and Renal Transplant), SGPGIMS, Lucknow
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • FMAS

MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • Life member, Urological society of India (USI)
  • Life member, Association of southern urologists ( South Zone USI)
  • Life member, Tamilnadu & Pondicherry Association of Urologists (TAPASU)
  • Life member, Indian Medical Association (IMA)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • Laparoscopic pyeloplasty for ureteropelvic junction obstruction in crossed fused ectopic pelvic kidney.Korean, Laparoscopic ablative and reconstructive surgeries in genitourinary tuberculosis.JSLS. 2014 Jul;18(3)
  • Randomized clinical trial comparing effectiveness of intracorpusspongiosum block versus topical anesthesia for performing visual internal urethrotomy for urethral stricture disease. Urology

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PROCEDURES

  • Adrenalectomy
  • Burch Colposuspension
  • Cystolitholapaxy
  • Genitourinary Reconstruction
  • Hydrocele Surgery (Hydrocelectomy)
  • Ileal Conduit
  • Kidney Stone Removal
  • Orchidectomy
  • Orchidopexy
  • Pyeloplasty
  • Radical Cystectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Doctor Muruganandham K doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

Dr. Muruganandham K can teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

How long is the consultation?

The consultation can last from 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

How soon can the consultation be organised?

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

Is a follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Can we get an estimate for the procedure?

Yes. Our case manager will provide the cost estimate, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Urosurgeon

What does a Urosurgeon do?

The urogenital conditions bring a lot of pain and discomfort in the patient and it is this which is resolved by a Urosurgeon. When a Urological procedure is to be performed their is a whole lot of screening and testing that should be done as advised by the Urosurgeon. As an enterprising Urosurgeon the surgeon has to ensure that they keep up to date with the latest innovations and upgradations which bring more finesse and better results through the surgery processes. It is the responsibility of the surgeon to recommend the best medicines, adequate lifestyle changes if needed and guide the patient through to the surgery.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Urosurgeon?

A Urosurgeon consultation means that certain recommended tests may be needed and we have listed them here for your convenience.:

  • Retrograde Pyelogram
  • Cystoscopy
  • Urine Test
  • Blood Test
  • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Blood Test
  • Digital Rectal Exam
  • CT-Urogram

When the patient has been agonizing over a urogenital condition, the doctor usually recommends tests related to the issue at hand, kidney tests surface more often than not among them. When abnormal growths like tumors are present in kidney or prostate, the surgeons can guide you to get a biopsy done to confirm or rule out cancer. It is routinely seen that the doctor advises Kidney Ultrasound, Prostate/Rectal Ultrasound to the patient.

When should you go to see a Urosurgeon?

When medical treatment has been ruled out either right at the onset or it has been applied and has failed to help you, it is then that you go to see a Urosurgeon. Your decision is also based on the symptoms and their severity which may lead you to directly to the Urosurgeon instead of being referred by a primary care doctor. While recovering from a urogenital procedure if you start experiencing complications then also you can do so. When your doctor needs to rule out the possibility of a urogenital problem or reconfirm their diagnoses they refer you to a Urosurgeon.

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Dr. Vishwas Kaushik

MBBS, MD

5 Years of Experience

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