Pioneering Surgeon, Academic Leader, and Innovator in Urology & Kidney Transplantation

Dr Anant Kumar is a distinguished urologist and transplant surgeon, widely recognized for pioneering several first-of-its-kind surgical procedures in India and for holding leadership positions in major national and international academic societies. With extensive expertise in minimally invasive, robotic, uro-oncology, and kidney transplant surgery, he has made significant contributions to advancing modern urological care, surgical innovation, and professional education.

Pioneering Achievements & Surgical Milestones (First in India)

• Performed the first Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy in India
• Conducted the first Extraperitoneal Robotic Kidney Transplant procedure
• Successfully performed a Robotic Spleno-Renal Bypass
• Pioneer in Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy for kidney preservation
• Extensive experience in RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) for advanced kidney stone management
• Completed specialized Fellowship in Kidney Transplantation
• Expertise in creating Radio-Median Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula for dialysis access

These achievements reflect a sustained commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and advancement of minimally invasive and transplant surgery in India.

Leadership Positions in Academic and Professional Societies

• President, Urological Society of India (USI)
• President, Robotic Urology Forum
• President, North Zone Urological Society of India (NZUSI)
• President, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
• Secretary, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
• Council Member, American Society of Transplantation (AST)
• Council Member, Indian Society of Transplantation / Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA)