Dr. Hrishikesh Kulkarni

Dr Hrishikesh Kulkarni is a General and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Pune with 19 years of clinical experience. He currently practises as a Consultant across Sahyadri Hospital in Kothrud, Ace Hospital and Research Centre in Erandwane, Symbiosis University Hospital in Lavale, and Sushrut Hospital in Kothrud, and as a Visiting Consultant at Suryaprabha Nursing Home in Pune.

His surgical practice covers keyhole gallbladder surgeries, hernia mesh repair, piles and fistula proctology treatments, varicose vein operations, skin lump removals, diabetic foot wound care, and accident trauma treatments.

He completed advanced surgery training during hospital appointments as a Registrar at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre in Pune and Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College in Mumbai, operating on routine surgical troubles and complex urgent abdominal emergencies.

Specialty Interests

Dr Hrishikesh Kulkarni performs open and minimally invasive abdominal, proctological, and wound care surgeries across the following clinical areas:

Laparoscopic Abdominal and Hernia Surgery

Dr Hrishikesh Kulkarni performs advanced keyhole laparoscopic surgeries for faster healing times and minimal abdominal scarring. He coordinates gallbladder removals (cholecystectomy) for painful gallstones, appendix removals for acute infections, and laparoscopic mesh repairs for inguinal, ventral, umbilical, and post-surgery scar hernias.

Proctology and Piles Treatment

Dr H Kulkarni treats anal pain, bleeding, and swelling with modern proctology treatments that preserve natural muscle function. He performs minimally invasive surgeries and excision for internal and external piles (hemorrhoids), cures painful recurrent anal fissures, and treatments for chronic anal fistula and pilonidal sinus infections.

Varicose Veins, Skin Bumps, and Diabetic Foot Care

Dr Kulkarni operates on painful swollen varicose veins in the legs to restore healthy blood circulation. He safely removes skin lipoma lumps, sebaceous cysts, and superficial thyroid swellings, while providing protective wound cleaning and infection preservation care for persistent diabetic foot ulcers and accident trauma wounds.

Education and Qualifications

• MBBS, Rural Medical College, Loni, 2007
• DNB in General Surgery, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre, National Board of Examinations, Pune, 2012

Fellowships and Certificates

• Fellowship in Laparoscopic Surgery, Galaxy Care Hospital, Pune, 2013

Languages Spoken

• English
• Hindi
• Marathi

Professional Memberships

• Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
• Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Professional Experience

Dr Hrishikesh Kulkarni currently practises at the following medical centers in Pune:

• Consultant, Sahyadri Hospital in Kothrud (A unit of Manipal Hospitals), Pune
• Consultant, Ace Hospital and Research Centre in Erandwane, Pune
• Consultant, Symbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre in Lavale, Pune
• Consultant, Sushrut Hospital in Kothrud, Pune
• Visiting Consultant, Suryaprabha Nursing Home in Pune
• Former Registrar, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre in Pune
• Former Registrar, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and Hospital in Sion, Mumbai

Book an Appointment with Dr Hrishikesh Kulkarni

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