Dr. Arvind Kumar

About Dr. Arvind Kumar

Dr. Arvind Kumar, Thoracic Surgeon, is highly renowned and serves as Chairman of the Institute of Chest Surgery, Chest Onco Surgery & Lung Transplantation at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon. He pioneered robotic thoracic surgery in India (from AIIMS in 2008) and previously served as Professor and Head of Thoracic & Robotic Surgery at AIIMS (1988–2012) and later at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital (2012–2020). 

Dr. Arvind Kumar’s Expertise and Specializations 

• Robotic Thoracic Surgery: Dr. Arvind Kumar, a leading Thoracic Surgeon at Medanta Hospital, has been performing advanced robotic procedures, including lobectomy, thymectomy, esophagectomy, diaphragm plication, and chest tumor resections, since 2008. He is widely regarded as one of the best Thoracic Surgeons in Gurgaon for his contributions to minimally invasive chest surgery.
• Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS): He performed the first VATS thymectomy at AIIMS in 2000 and has since conducted over 8,000 minimally invasive and robotic chest surgeries. His pioneering efforts have positioned him as a top Chest Surgeon in Gurgaon with unmatched experience in VATS.
• Lung Cancer Resections & Lobectomy: Dr. Arvind Kumar played a key role in introducing robotic lobectomy in India and remains a go-to Lung Surgeon in Gurgaon for managing early and advanced-stage lung cancers with minimally invasive precision.
• Thymoma/Thymectomy & Myasthenia Gravis: He leads the country’s largest robotic thymectomy series, providing excellent outcomes for patients with thymoma and myasthenia gravis, further solidifying his reputation as a highly skilled Thoracic Surgeon in Delhi NCR.
• Esophageal Surgery (Esophagectomy): His proficiency in robotic esophagectomy ensures optimal results with minimal post-operative complications, making Dr. Arvind Kumar one of the most trusted names for esophageal surgery in Gurgaon.
• Lung Transplantation: In 2022, he led North India’s first double lung transplant at Medanta, reinforcing his standing as a pioneering Lung Transplant Surgeon in Gurgaon with a commitment to complex thoracic care.
• Complex Chest Onco-Surgery & Tracheal Resections: With extensive experience in mediastinal tumor resection, tracheal reconstruction, and chest wall surgeries, Dr. Arvind Kumar is frequently sought after for complex thoracic oncology procedures.
• High-Volume Thoracic Centre Leadership: Heading the Medanta Institute of Chest Surgery, he has performed over 15,000 chest surgeries, including 8,000+ VATS and robotic procedures, and established India’s largest robotic chest surgery program.

Top Procedures Performed by Dr. Arvind Kumar and Their Cost 

Some Noteworthy Patient Reviews for Dr. Arvind Kumar

Dr. Arvind Kumar's reviews from his patients are noteworthy:

"Confident and highly skilled… exceptionally compassionate care." This is a recurring sentiment shared by patients treated by Dr. Arvind Kumar, a leading Thoracic Surgeon at Medanta Hospital. His ability to balance surgical precision with patient empathy has earned him a reputation as one of the best Thoracic Surgeons in Gurgaon.

Testimonials often highlight his success in robotic lung and mediastinal surgeries, noting fast recovery, minimal post-operative pain, and meticulous follow-up care. As a respected Lung Surgeon in Gurgaon, he is known for achieving excellent outcomes even in high-risk thoracic cases.

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