Dr. Santhosh Kumar

Dr Santhosh Kumar is an experienced general surgeon in Chennai, currently practicing at Be Well Hospital, Ambattur. With 23 years of clinical expertise in general and laparoscopic surgery, he specialises in the surgical management of abdominal, colorectal, and soft tissue conditions.

Patients seeking a trusted surgical specialist in Chennai rely on Dr Santhosh Kumar for his precise operative skills and compassionate patient care.

He is registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council (Registration No: 73200) and communicates fluently in English, Hindi, and Tamil.

Specialty Areas and Treatments

Dr Santhosh Kumar provides comprehensive surgical care across a wide range of general and laparoscopic procedures.

General and Laparoscopic Surgery

• Appendicitis surgical management
• Gallstone Surgery including laparoscopic cholecystectomy
• Hernia Repair (inguinal, umbilical, and incisional)
• Proctology including haemorrhoids, fistula, and fissures
• Prolapse Management and surgical correction
• Abdominal and Soft Tissue Surgeries
• Laparoscopic Procedures for minimally invasive surgical care
• Thyroid and Breast Surgeries

His experience across both open and minimally invasive surgical techniques allows him to select the most appropriate surgical approach for each patient's clinical condition.

Education and Qualifications

Dr Santhosh Kumar has completed his medical and surgical training from premier institutions:

• MBBS from Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University (2003)
• DNB General Surgery from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (2009)

His national board certification in general surgery reflects rigorous academic and clinical training in the full spectrum of surgical disciplines.

Professional Experience

Over his 23-year career, Dr Santhosh Kumar has managed complex surgical cases across reputed hospitals:

• Consultant General Surgeon at Be Well Hospital, Ambattur
• Formerly associated with Grace Hospital, Pattabiram
• Formerly associated with Mahalakshmi Hospital, Ambattur

Current Hospital Affiliations in Chennai

• Be Well Hospital, Ambattur

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