Hernia Surgery Specialist in Kolkata

Hernia Surgery Specialist in Kolkata

Patients looking for a hernia surgery specialist Kolkata can find verified General Surgeons on Doctar who list hernia repair among their surgical services. Doctar's Kolkata robotic hernia repair directory currently lists 195 verified surgeons, with 68 showing appointment availability today on the live page.

Doctors listed by Doctar include General Surgeons such as Dr. Prabir Bijoy Kar, Dr. Tamonas Chaudhuri, Dr. Akhilesh K. Agarwal, Dr. Ramesh Agarwala and Dr. Arindam Sarkar, whose profiles specifically mention hernia treatment or hernia repair.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Somak Ghosh, MBBS, MS (General Surgery)
Last updated: August 2026

How We Rank These Doctors

Doctar's live surgeon listings provide information including specialty, qualifications, experience, patient ratings, review counts, consultation fees, hospital affiliation and appointment availability. The doctors below are presented using information available on Doctar rather than making a clinical claim that one surgeon is universally better than another.

Doctar's current robotic hernia repair page states that 195 verified surgeons are listed for the procedure and that 68 have appointments available today. The page does not publish a separate pay-for-placement policy or a formal weighting formula for ranking surgeons, so no unsupported claim about payment or ranking influence is made here.

Hospital accreditation is shown where the underlying Doctar listing provides it. For example, the general surgery directory identifies NABH/JCI indicators for hospitals including Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Genesis Hospital, Manipal Hospitals (AMRI Hospitals) and Iris Hospital.

Top Hernia Surgery Specialists in Kolkata

The following doctors are General Surgeons whose Doctar profiles specifically mention hernia treatment or repair. Their ratings and consultation information come from the current Doctar listings where available.

Dr. Prabir Bijoy Kar's Doctar profile lists 30 years of experience, an MBBS and MS in General Surgery, and hernia repair among his laparoscopic surgical procedures. His profile also lists APEX Institute of Medical Science in Santoshpur, Kolkata.

Dr. Tamonas Chaudhuri is listed with 33 years of experience and practices at ILS Hospitals in Salt Lake and Dum Dum. His profile specifically states that he is trained in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques for hernia repair.

Dr. Akhilesh K. Agarwal is listed with 23 years of experience and practices at Medica Superspeciality Hospital and Peerless Hospital. His Doctar profile includes hernias among the conditions he treats and hernia repair among his laparoscopic procedures.

Fees & Experience at a Glance

Doctar's general surgery directory currently lists 1,563 surgeons in Kolkata, while the dedicated robotic hernia repair page lists 195 verified surgeons for that procedure. The robotic hernia repair page does not publish a single consultation-fee average; individual listed surgeons on that page currently show ₹500 per visit in the fetched results.

For the surgical procedure itself, Doctar states that Robotic Hernia Repair in Kolkata typically costs ₹40,000–₹1,20,000, depending on factors including the hospital, implant type and surgeon's experience. This is an indicative range rather than an individual treatment quotation.

Consultation fees can differ substantially between surgeons and hospitals. The current general-surgery directory, for example, shows consultation fees of ₹500 for Dr. Sekhar Chakraborty, ₹800 for Dr. Kausik Nandi and ₹1,000 for Dr. Prabirbijoy Kar and Dr. Samindra Nath Basak.

Conditions Hernia Surgeons Treat

Hernia specialists are generally consulted when tissue or an organ pushes through a weakened area of muscle or surrounding tissue. The Doctar profiles reviewed for Kolkata General Surgeons specifically identify hernias as a condition treated.

Doctar profiles also list hernia repair among surgical procedures performed by several Kolkata General Surgeons. Dr. Prabir Bijoy Kar and Dr. Tamonas Chaudhuri, for example, have profiles describing laparoscopic hernia repair.

The type of repair depends on the patient's diagnosis and clinical assessment. Doctar's robotic hernia repair page identifies laparoscopic/keyhole, conventional open and robotic approaches among surgical options listed for hernia-related care in Kolkata.

Browse Hernia Surgeons by Locality

Doctar's Kolkata doctor directory currently identifies areas including Salt Lake, Mukundapur, Bhawanipore, Alipore, Beliaghata, Dhakuria, Kasba and Teghoria.

Useful locality options for patients searching for hernia-related surgical care include:

• Mukundapur, Kolkata — Dr. Akhilesh K. Agarwal practices at Medica Superspeciality Hospital and Peerless Hospital.

• Salt Lake, Kolkata — Dr. Tamonas Chaudhuri practices at ILS Hospitals and lists laparoscopic hernia repair among his procedures.

• Bhawanipore, Kolkata — Dr. Jayanta Kumar is listed at Samaritan Clinic Private Limited and has a 4.8-star rating from 6 patient reviews.

• Santoshpur, Kolkata — Dr. Prabir Bijoy Kar is listed at APEX Institute of Medical Science and provides hernia repair as part of his surgical practice.

Doctor availability, fees and ratings change over time. Patients should use the live Doctar listing and individual doctor profile for the latest appointment information before booking.

What Patients Say

The current Doctar listings provide individual patient ratings and review counts for some General Surgeons. Dr. Arindam Sarkar is shown with 4.9★ from 7 reviews, Dr. Jayanta Kumar with 4.8★ from 6 reviews, and Dr. Prabir Bijoy Kar with 4.7★ from 6 reviews.

These ratings indicate profile-level patient feedback but do not establish surgical success rates or clinical outcomes. No named-patient quotations are reproduced here because the fetched source does not provide verified review text suitable for quotation. Ratings can also change as new reviews are added.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best hernia surgery specialist in Kolkata?

There is no single objectively best hernia surgeon for every patient. Doctar lists 195 verified surgeons for robotic hernia repair in Kolkata. Patients should compare relevant surgical experience, qualifications, hernia-repair expertise, hospital affiliation, patient-review information, consultation fee and current appointment availability before choosing a surgeon.

How much does hernia surgery cost in Kolkata?

Doctar states that robotic hernia repair in Kolkata typically costs ₹40,000–₹1,20,000, depending on factors such as hospital, implant type and surgeon experience. The amount is indicative rather than a fixed quotation. Consultation charges are separate and vary between doctors, so confirm the complete treatment estimate with the hospital.

Which doctor is best for laparoscopic hernia surgery in Kolkata?

Several Doctar-listed General Surgeons have laparoscopic hernia repair in their profiles. Dr. Prabir Bijoy Kar, Dr. Tamonas Chaudhuri and Dr. Akhilesh K. Agarwal are examples whose profiles specifically mention laparoscopic hernia repair. The appropriate surgeon depends on the type of hernia, medical history and recommended surgical approach.

What types of hernia surgery are available in Kolkata?

Doctar's robotic hernia repair listing identifies laparoscopic or keyhole surgery, conventional open surgery and robotic approaches among options available in Kolkata. The suitable technique depends on the type and location of the hernia, previous operations, overall health and the surgeon's assessment after examination and relevant investigations.

How long does recovery take after hernia surgery in Kolkata?

Doctar states that recovery after robotic hernia repair usually takes around 4–6 weeks, although many patients can walk with support within one day and resume normal activities within 2–4 weeks. Actual recovery varies according to the procedure, individual health, surgical findings and postoperative instructions.

Can I book a hernia surgeon in Kolkata today?

Yes. Doctar's current robotic hernia repair page lists 195 verified surgeons in Kolkata, with 68 showing appointment availability today on the fetched page. Appointment slots are dynamic and can change during the day, so patients should check the live doctor profile for the current time, location, consultation fee and booking status.

Is laparoscopic hernia surgery better than open surgery?

Neither approach is universally better for every patient. Laparoscopic, robotic and open repair have different indications and considerations, and the appropriate technique depends on the hernia and patient's clinical circumstances. A qualified General Surgeon should assess the hernia and explain the expected benefits, risks, recovery and alternatives before surgery.

Is booking a hernia surgeon on Doctar free?

Doctar states that searching for and booking surgeons through its platform is free. Patients still pay the doctor's consultation fee and, when surgery is recommended, the hospital or surgical procedure costs. The exact hernia-treatment estimate should be obtained from the surgeon or hospital before proceeding.

Medical Disclaimer

This page is intended for healthcare-provider discovery and general information. It does not diagnose a hernia or recommend a particular surgeon, surgical technique or hospital. Consultation fees, ratings, experience information, hospital affiliations and appointment availability can change, so verify the current information on the live Doctar profile before booking.

If a hernia becomes suddenly very painful, hard or swollen, cannot be pushed back when previously reducible, or is associated with persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain or other acute symptoms, seek urgent medical assessment rather than waiting for a routine appointment.