Dr. Abhigna Panda

Dr Abhigna Panda | Urologist and Renal Transplant Surgeon in Bangalore

Dr Abhigna Panda is a urologist in Bangalore with over 15 years of experience spanning general surgery, surgical oncology, and advanced urological care.

Currently practising as Consultant in Urology and Renal Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, she offers comprehensive expertise in minimally invasive, reconstructive, and robotic urological procedures.

Patients looking for a kidney stone specialist in Bangalore or a urology consultant in Whitefield will find evidence-based, patient-centred care under her guidance.

Qualifications and Credentials

Dr Panda holds a robust set of academic qualifications from recognised institutions across India and Europe:

• MBBS from NRI Medical College in 2011
• MS in General Surgery from Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University in 2016
• MCh in Urology from Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Pune in 2022

Beyond her core training, Dr Abhigna Panda completed a focused rotation in Urogynaecology and Pelvic Floor Reconstruction at UNIVERSITÄTSKLINIKUM Schleswig-Holstein, Germany in 2022.

She is also a Fellowship candidate in Robotic Urology and Uro-oncology (FEBU), positioning her at the forefront of advanced urological practice in India.

Professional Membership: Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)

Research and Publications

Dr Abhigna Panda has contributed original research to a peer-reviewed journal and presented at national and international urology conferences:

• Published Paper: "Single vs Serial Dilation of Access Tract in Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL): A Randomised Control Study on its Feasibility and Effects in Management of Renal Calculi" - International Journal of Anatomy, Radiology and Surgery (2022)
• WZUSICON 2021: A Rare Complication After Johansson's Staged Urethroplasty (Poster Presented)
• USICON 2022: Delayed Presentation of Pulmonary Complication After PCNL
• Urofair 2021: Our Experience with Dorsal Graft Urethroplasty in Female Urethral Stricture

Clinical Experience

Surgical Career Trajectory

Dr Abhigna Panda's clinical journey reflects a steady and deliberate progression through some of India's leading tertiary care centres. She served as Senior Resident in Surgical Oncology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, followed by a Senior Registrar role in Surgical Oncology at Manipal Hospitals, Dwarka.

She then completed her MCh Urology residency as Senior Resident at Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Pune, before joining Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore, where she progressed from Specialist to Associate Consultant. Since February 2025, she has served in her current role as Consultant in Urology and Renal Transplant Surgery.

At Manipal Hospital Varthur Road

Dr Panda has independently managed complex urological and transplant cases at Manipal Hospital Varthur Road. Her clinical scope includes endourology, open surgery, laparoscopic procedures, renal transplantation, and reconstructive urology, encompassing both routine and high-complexity presentations.

Fields of Expertise and Procedures

Endourology

• Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for renal calculi
• Ureterolithotomy for ureteric stones
• Management of kidney stones and urinary tract disorders

Reconstructive Urology

• Urethroplasty, including Dorsal Graft Urethroplasty
• Johansson's Staged Urethroplasty
• Female Urethral Stricture Reconstruction

Laparoscopic Surgery

• Laparoscopic Nephrectomy (partial and radical)
• Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty
• Laparoscopic Ureterolithotomy

Robotic-Assisted Surgery

• Robotic-Assisted Renal Transplant Surgery
• Robotic Prostatectomy (Radical Prostatectomy)
• Robotic Adrenalectomy and Cystectomy

Renal Transplant Surgery

Dr Abhigna Panda has hands-on experience performing and assisting in robotic-assisted renal transplant surgeries, making her one of the few urologists in Bangalore with dedicated transplant expertise alongside reconstructive and endourological skills.

Urogynaecology and Pelvic Floor Reconstruction

Her dedicated training at UNIVERSITÄTSKLINIKUM Schleswig-Holstein equips her to evaluate and manage female urinary incontinence and pelvic floor disorders, an area of urology that demands both surgical precision and nuanced patient communication.

Other Conditions Treated

• Prostate conditions, including benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer
• Urological cancers affecting the bladder, kidney, and prostate
• Urinary incontinence

Patient-Centred Care

Dr Abhigna is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Marathi, allowing her to communicate clearly with patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds across India.

She prioritises transparent patient education, ensuring individuals fully understand their diagnosis, available treatment options, and what to expect during recovery before any procedure is undertaken.

Her research focus on PCNL access techniques and female urethral reconstruction reflects a clinical practice that is grounded in evidence and continually refined through academic engagement.

She has presented findings at conferences including USICON, WZUSICON, and Urofair, demonstrating active participation in the broader urology community.

Book an Appointment

Dr Abhigna Panda, Consultant in Urology and Renal Transplant Surgeon in Bangalore, is available at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Bengaluru.

She specialises in kidney stone treatment, minimally invasive urology, and renal transplant procedures. Book an appointment via the Manipal Hospitals website, contact the hospital directly, or get priority appointments through HexaHealth.