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Overview
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan is a highly experienced Urologist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with an impressive 32 years of practice in the field. He has obtained multiple qualifications that underscore his expertise, including an MS in General Surgery, an MCh in Urology, and an FRCS in Urology, along with an MBA in Hospital Management. This diverse educational background empowers him to provide comprehensive and holistic care to his patients. Dr. Ganesan is proficient in both English and Tamil, enabling him to communicate effectively with a wide range of patients. His extensive experience allows him to handle various urological conditions with precision and care, making him a trusted specialist in his field. As part of the Apollo group, Dr. Ganesan has access to advanced medical technologies and protocols, ensuring that his patients receive the best possible treatment. His dedication to patient care and his continual pursuit of medical excellence are the hallmarks of his professional journey, making him a notable name in the realm of urology.
Experience
- Assistant professor – Urology – 1993-1995, Stanley Medical College
- Higher Urological Training – 1996-2000, Freeman Hospital, England
- Consultant urologist – 2000- 2002, Machester Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom
- Consultant Urologist – 2003- till date- Apollo Hospitals.
Memberships
- Urological Society of India
- Association of Southern urologists of India
- American Urological Association (AUA)
- European Association of Urology
- Endo-urological Society
- Society of International Urology (SIU)
- Madras Urological Society
- The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
- The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- The Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Indian Medical Association
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Awards
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College scholarship holder |
N.R.S medical College,Kolkata India |
1996 & 1998 |
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Junior class assistant (Rank 2nd)- Medicine |
N.R.S medical College,Kolkata India |
1998 |
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Junior class assistant (Rank – 2nd)- Surgery |
N.R.S medical College,Kolkata India |
1998 |
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Gold Medal 1st certificate holder- Surgery |
N.R.S medical College,Kolkata India |
1999 |
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Gold Medalist (M.D -Medicine) |
Pune , India |
2006 |
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Specialist Registrar Representative for East Midlands deanery |
East Midlands Deanery |
2013 - 2015 |
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Clinical lead in Osteoporosis and metabolic bone health |
Northamptonshire |
2016-2017 |
Research and Publication
- GT Ganesan, MK Khadra, JP Wallis, DE Neal. Vitamin B12 malabsorption following ileocaecal bladder reconstruction, Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery, July 2002
- SR Payne, RD Napier-Hemy, GT Ganesan, W Turner. Role of Presumptive Coding for stratification of patient diagnosis and Resource management. British Journal of Urology International, 2004.
- Dr Sripathi, Dr Senthil Ganesh, Dr Thirumalai Ganesan, Robot Assisted Laparoscopic Appendico-Vesicostomy, Poster presentation at PAPS and ANZAPS meeting - Hunter Valley, Sydney, Australia, April 2013
- Robotic treatment of a type 2 caliceal diverticulum in a child: is suture closure enough for a good outcome? V Sripathi,Aparajita Mitra, Rajiv L. Padankatti and T. Ganesan, journal of Robotic Surgery, October 2017
- Dr Sripathi, Dr Mitra, Dr T Ganesan, Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy in a Morbidly Obese child with Cushings’s Syndrome, Video presentation in April 2018 at Helsinki, Finland
Special Interests
- Endo-Urology including Laparoscopic and Robotic Urology
- Robotic and Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
- Urethral Reconstructive Surgery
- Per-cutaneous nephrolithotomy and Flexible Ureteroscopy
- Robotic Uro-Oncology
List of Treatments
- Blood In Urine Hematuria Treatment
List of Conditions Treated
- Birt Hogg Dube Syndrome
- Bladder stones
- Frequent Urination
- Gonorrhea
- Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Penis Enlargement
- Penis Pain
- Syphilis
- Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
- Pyeloplasty
- Pyelolithotomy
- Nephrolithiasis
- Obstruction While Urinating
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Client Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G practice?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G's medical practice is located at Sunway Medical Center - Anna Nagar. This hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services.
Why do patients consult Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G?
Patients choose Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G for expertise in Urology Consultation, General Urology, and Uro-Oncology. For detailed information, please refer to his profile.
What are Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G's credentials?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G holds an MBBS, an MS in General Surgery, and an MCh in Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery.
What is Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G's specialty?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G specializes in Urology.
How many years of experience does Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G have?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G possesses 32 years of experience in the medical field.
Who is Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan G?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan, a Senior Consultant Urologist at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, graduated from Madras Medical College in 1984. His extensive training includes general surgery (1990), urology (1993), and fellowships from prestigious institutions in the UK and USA, including the Royal College of Glasgow and Johns Hopkins Hospital. He has significant experience in minimally invasive urology, pioneering techniques such as percutaneous nephrolithotomy and laparoscopic nephrectomy in Tamil Nadu. Dr. Ganesan has presented at international conferences, published in leading journals, and serves as a national-level training inspector. His expertise encompasses stone disease, urological cancers, and endourology.
Who is a urologist?
A urologist is a specialist physician trained in diagnosing and treating diseases of the urinary tract in men and women. They also manage conditions affecting the male reproductive system. Urology care encompasses a wide range of conditions.
What diseases can urologists at Apollo Hospitals treat?
Apollo Hospitals urologists specialize in treating a wide range of conditions, including urinary tract infections (UTIs), cystitis, urinary incontinence, bladder and kidney stones, various cancers affecting the urinary system, prostate enlargement, and scrotal diseases. Our expert urologists provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment options for these and other urological issues.
What is the difference between a nephrologist and a urologist?
Nephrologists specialize in kidney diseases, including nephritis, kidney stones, polycystic kidney disease, and acute/chronic kidney failure. Urologists treat disorders of the urinary tract in both genders.
When should I see a urologist?
Consult a urologist if experiencing urinary symptoms like burning or painful urination, hematuria (blood in urine), abdominal pain, incontinence, or recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Where does Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy practice?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy's practice locations include Apollo Hospital, Greams Road; Apollo Heart Centre, Greams Road; and Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk. These hospitals offer comprehensive healthcare services and advanced medical expertise.
Why do patients choose Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy?
Patients seek Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy's expertise in penile surgery, Direct Visual Internal Urethrotomy (DVIU), and urology consultations.
What are Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy's medical qualifications?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy holds an MBBS, an MCh in Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery, and an MS in General Surgery.
What is Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy's medical specialty?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy specializes in Urology.
How many years of experience does Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy have?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy possesses 39 years of experience in the medical field. His extensive experience encompasses various medical settings and contributions to urology.
Who is Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy?
Dr. Thirumalai Ganesan Govindasamy is a Urologist with 39 years of experience practicing in Chennai. He is affiliated with Apollo Hospitals in Greams Road, Apollo Heart Centre in Greams Road, and Apollo First Med Hospitals in Kilpauk, Chennai. His qualifications include MBBS (Madras University, 1985), MS - General Surgery (University of Madras, 1990), and MCh - Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery (TNMGRMU, 1993). He is a member of the Indian Society of Neuroradiology (ISNR) and offers services such as Surgery of the Penis, Direct Visual Internal Urethrotomy (DVIU), and Urology consultations.
Who is a urologist?
A urologist is a specialist physician trained in the diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract disorders in men and women. Their expertise also extends to male reproductive system diseases.
What diseases can urologists treat?
Urologists specialize in treating a wide range of diseases affecting the urinary and male reproductive systems. These include urinary tract infections (UTIs), cystitis, urinary incontinence, bladder stones, kidney stones, various cancers, prostate enlargement, and scrotal diseases.
What is the difference between a nephrologist and a urologist?
Nephrologists specialize in kidney diseases, including nephritis, kidney stones, polycystic kidney disease, and kidney failure. Urologists treat disorders of the urinary tract in both males and females. Kidney care, urinary tract health, nephrology, urology.
When should I see a urologist?
Consult a urologist if you experience symptoms like painful urination, hematuria (blood in urine), abdominal pain, urinary incontinence, or recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). These may indicate underlying urological issues requiring professional medical attention.
