Dr. K Lalatendu Kumar

Dr K Lalatendu Kumar is a Paediatric and Neonatal Surgeon with over 26 years of surgical experience in paediatric surgery, neonatal surgery, and paediatric urology.

Dr K L Kumar currently practises as a Consultant at Apollo Cradle and Children Hospital, Kondapur, and Apollo Cradle Maternity and Children's Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.

He consults in English, Hindi, and Telugu.

Credentials and Trust Signals

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from MKCG Medical College, Berhampur, Orissa, 2000
• DNB in Paediatric Surgery from National Board of Examinations, 2008
• Fellowship in Paediatric Urology

His Fellowship in Paediatric Urology further demonstrates his dedicated subspecialty expertise in urological conditions in children, including kidney, bladder, and genital conditions that require specialised surgical management. His previous senior residency at JIPMER, Pondicherry, one of India's most prestigious and competitive government medical institutions, further strengthens his surgical training foundation.

Memberships

• Indian Association of Paediatric Surgeons of India
• Paediatric Endoscopic Surgeons of India
• Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences

Registration

• Orissa Medical Council, Registration Number 14103 (from 2000)

What Dr K Lalatendu Kumar Treats

Newborn and Neonatal Surgery

Dr Kumar is experienced in performing surgery on newborns who are born with structural abnormalities or conditions that need urgent surgical correction. Neonatal surgery requires a very high level of skill and precision and his training at JIPMER Pondicherry and his years of dedicated paediatric surgical practice equip him well for these complex cases.

• Surgery for congenital abnormalities in newborns
• Oesophageal atresia and tracheo-oesophageal fistula repair
• Intestinal atresia and obstruction surgery
• Hirschsprung's disease surgery
• Anorectal malformation repair
• Diaphragmatic hernia repair in newborns

Paediatric Urology Surgery

With a dedicated Fellowship in Paediatric Urology, Dr Lalatendu Kumar is specially trained to treat urological conditions in children, including kidney problems, bladder conditions, and issues with the genital and urinary organs.

• Hypospadias repair surgery
• Undescended testes surgery
• Hydrocele and hernia repair in children
• Pelviureteric junction obstruction surgery
• Vesicoureteral reflux management and surgery
• Bladder and urinary tract conditions in children

Paediatric Endoscopic and Minimally Invasive Surgery

As a member of Paediatric Endoscopic Surgeons of India, Dr Kumar performs minimally invasive endoscopic surgeries for children, which means smaller cuts, less pain, and faster recovery compared to traditional open surgery.

• Laparoscopic surgery for various paediatric abdominal conditions
• Thoracoscopic surgery for chest conditions in children
• Laparoscopic appendectomy
• Laparoscopic management of ovarian cysts in girls
• Minimally invasive hernia repair in children
• Endoscopic procedures for gastrointestinal conditions

General Paediatric Surgery

Dr K Lalatendu Kumar provides comprehensive surgical care for a wide range of conditions affecting children from birth through adolescence, covering both emergency and planned surgical procedures.

• Appendicitis surgery in children
• Hernia repair in infants and children
• Circumcision and prepuce conditions
• Lymph node and soft tissue swelling evaluation and surgery
• Foreign body removal from the food pipe or airway
• Wound care and trauma surgery in children

Professional Experience

Dr K Lalatendu Kumar is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Apollo Cradle and Children Hospital, Kondapur, Hyderabad
• Consultant, Apollo Cradle Maternity and Children's Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

He has previously worked at:

• Senior Resident, JIPMER, Pondicherry
• Consultant, Ankura Hospitals for Women and Children, Hyderabad
• Consultant, Premier Hospital, Hyderabad

His surgical training at JIPMER, Pondicherry, one of India's most respected government medical institutions, combined with his clinical experience at Ankura Hospitals and Premier Hospital, and his current practice at two leading Apollo paediatric hospitals in Hyderabad, has given Dr Kumar a strong and broad surgical background in managing a wide range of paediatric and neonatal surgical conditions with confidence and precision.

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on neonatal surgery, paediatric urology, minimally invasive paediatric surgery, hernia repair in children, hypospadias repair, undescended testes, or any paediatric surgical concern in Hyderabad, book a priority appointment with Dr K Lalatendu Kumar at Apollo Cradle and Children Hospital, Kondapur, or Apollo Cradle Maternity and Children's Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad through HexaHealth for a smooth and hassle-free experience.