Dr. Arun Kumar Balakrishnan

Dr. Arun Kumar Balakrishnan

M.S., FRCS (Ed.), M.Ch - Urology

20 Years Experience

Chief Uro-Oncologist, Kidney Transplant & Robotic Surgeon | Managing Director
Chennai
English,Tamil
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About Doctor

Dr. Arun Kumar Balakrishnan is a renowned Urologist with expertise in robotic surgery, kidney transplantation, uro-oncology, laparoscopic urology, and reconstructive urology. He is known for advanced patient-focused care and international exposure.

Education Qualifications

M.S., FRCS (Ed.), M.Ch - Urology

  • M.Ch - Urology
  • FRCS (Ed.)
  • M.S

Current Position

Managing Director, Chief Consultant Urologist, Robotic Surgeon & Uro-Oncologist at AINU Hospital Chennai

Professional Memberships

  • Urological Society of India.
  • Tamilnadu and Pondicherry Urological Society.
  • Indian Medical Council.
  • General Medical Council, UK.

Skills

  • Endourology -RIRS (laser kidney stone surgery) PCNL
  • Spine PCNL
  • TURP prostate surgery
  • Laser prostate surgery
  • Buccal Mucosal graft (BMG)
  • Nephectomy
  • Andrology
  • Female Urology
  • Renal Transplantation

Expertise

  • Renal Transplantation
  • Robotic Surgery
  • Uro-Oncology
  • Endourology
  • Laparoscopic Urology
  • Reconstructive Urology
  • Kidney Stone Management

Videos

Kidney Cancer in the Young? What You Need to Know Now!
Kidney Cancer in the Young? What You Need to Know Now!

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about urological care, treatments, and our services

Dr. Arun Kumar Balakrishnan is available for consultation at AINU, Chennai.

His consultation timings are from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Saturday.

You can book an appointment with Dr. Balakrishnan by visiting the AINU website, calling the hospital helpline, or contacting the reception desk at the Chennai branch.

Yes, he treats a wide spectrum of urological diseases, with advanced expertise in robotic surgery, uro-oncology, kidney transplantation, and complex urological surgeries like PCNL.

Yes, Dr. Balakrishnan provides second opinions, especially for patients with complex urological cancers, transplant requirements, or advanced surgical needs.

Yes, he advises patients on preventive and lifestyle measures to support kidney and urological health, particularly for long-term cancer and transplant care.

Dr. Balakrishnan has over 25 years of experience in urology and uro-oncology.

His areas of specialization include robotic surgery, uro-oncology, kidney transplantation, and advanced stone and cancer-related procedures such as PCNL.
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