Dr. N. Ragavan, Dr. Narasimhan Ragavan
Senior Consultant
30 Years of ExperienceUrologist
MBBS, MS, FRCS
Reg. No.:55311 Tamil Nadu Medical Council, 1995
Apollo Hospital Chennai, Greams Road
Bengali, English, Hindi, Tamil
About Dr. N. Ragavan
Dr. N. Ragavan is a highly experienced urologist and kidney specialist in Chennai known for his extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad range of urological conditions. With more than 30 years of practice at Apollo Hospital Chennai, he has built a strong reputation as an Apollo Urologist in Chennai and a prominent Bladder Specialist in Chennai. He holds advanced qualifications including MS (General Surgery), MD (Uro‑Oncology), and FRCS (Urology), with additional fellowships and training in robotic and minimally invasive urological techniques.
His career includes significant experience in both open and robotic/laparoscopic surgery for prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers, as well as management of urinary tract diseases. Dr. Ragavan emphasizes evidence‑based, patient‑centred care and uses the latest surgical innovations to improve outcomes and quality of life for his patients
Dr. N. Ragavan’s Expertise and Specializations
- Kidney & Urinary Tract Disorders: Dr. N. Ragavan, one of the best urologists in Chennai, specializes in diagnosing and treating kidney, ureter, and bladder disorders, including infections, stones, and congenital abnormalities. His expertise ensures precise, evidence-based management for long-term kidney health.
- Robotic & Laparoscopic Urological Surgery: As a leading Apollo Urologist in Chennai, Dr. Ragavan performs minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgeries for prostate, kidney, and bladder conditions, ensuring faster recovery, reduced pain, and superior surgical outcomes.
- Uro-Oncology: Dr. Ragavan is a renowned kidney and bladder specialist in Chennai, managing cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate, and testicles with advanced surgical and non-surgical techniques, including robotic-assisted procedures.
- Endourology & Stone Management: He provides cutting-edge treatments for kidney and ureteric stones, including percutaneous nephrolithotomy, ureteroscopy, and shockwave lithotripsy, tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms & Incontinence: Dr. Ragavan addresses conditions like urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), providing individualized management for improved quality of life.
- Male Infertility & Reconstructive Urology: His expertise extends to male reproductive disorders, vasectomy reversal, urethral reconstruction, and corrective surgeries for congenital anomalies.
- Pediatric Urology: He treats children with congenital or acquired urological conditions, ensuring minimally invasive and safe interventions for young patients.
- Stone & Infection Prevention Programs: Dr. Ragavan focuses on preventive strategies for recurrent kidney stones and urinary tract infections, combining lifestyle, medication, and procedural interventions.
- Robotic Prostatectomy & Bladder Reconstruction: As a top Apollo Urologist in Chennai, he performs advanced prostatectomies and bladder reconstructions using minimally invasive, robotic-assisted methods.
- Comprehensive Kidney & Bladder Care: Dr. N. Ragavan emphasizes long-term kidney preservation, functional recovery, and overall urinary tract health, making him a trusted kidney and bladder specialist in Chennai.
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Top Procedures and Estimated Costs Performed by Dr. N. Ragavan
The following table provides indicative costs for key procedures performed by Dr. N. Ragavan. Actual costs may vary based on procedure complexity, hospital stay, and consumables:
|
Procedure |
Cost in INR |
Cost in USD |
|
Robotic Prostatectomy |
INR 3,00,000 – INR 5,00,000 |
USD 3,600 – USD 6,000 |
|
Kidney Stone Removal (PCNL, Ureteroscopy) |
INR 1,50,000 – INR 3,50,000 |
USD 1,800 – USD 4,200 |
|
Bladder Reconstruction |
INR 4,00,000 – INR 6,00,000 |
USD 4,800 – USD 7,200 |
|
TURP (BPH) |
INR 80,000 – INR 2,00,000 |
USD 950 – USD 2,400 |
|
Pediatric Urological Surgeries |
INR 1,50,000 – INR 3,00,000 |
USD 1,800 – USD 3,600 |
|
Robotic Partial Nephrectomy |
INR 3,50,000 – INR 6,00,000 |
USD 4,200 – USD 7,200 |
|
Ureteral Stricture Management |
INR 1,50,000 – INR 3,00,000 |
USD 1,800 – USD 3,600 |
|
Uro-Oncology Surgeries |
INR 3,00,000 – INR 5,50,000 |
USD 3,600 – USD 6,600 |
|
Endoscopic Stone & Tumor Removal |
INR 1,50,000 – INR 3,00,000 |
USD 1,800 – USD 3,600 |
|
Vasectomy & Reversal |
INR 50,000 – INR 1,50,000 |
USD 600 – USD 1,800 |
Note: Costs are indicative and may vary depending on hospital policies and procedure complexity.
Some Noteworthy Patient Reviews of Dr. N Ragavan
Here’s what patients sayin Dr. N. Ragavan Reviews:
“Dr. N. Ragavan is a highly skilled kidney and bladder specialist in Chennai, very professional and compassionate.”
“Explained my procedure clearly and ensured a smooth recovery.”
“One of the best Apollo Urologists in Chennai, his robotic surgery expertise is outstanding.”
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Education
- MBBS - The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), 1995
- MS - General Surgery - POSTGRADUATE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, CHANDIGARH, 1998
- FRCS - Royal College Of Surgeon Of Edinburgh, Uk, 1999
- FRCS - Urology - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSE), U.K, 2009
Awards
- Best of BAUS – Poster no 90, Manchester 2006 - 2006
- Brian Booth Research Prize - Rosemere Cancer Foundation, - 2005
- Best Poster Award – Poster Session 37 at EAU, - 2005
- Best Presentation Prize - North West Trainees’ Research Meeting - 2004
- Best Young Scientist Award -1993-94, State Medical Council for Science and Technology.
- Gold Medal in Surgery -1993, SRMC, India.
- Gold Medal in Anatomy -1990, SRMC, India.
- Honours in Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry In the University and College Examinations - 1990
- Honours in Ophthalmology, Microbiology,y and Community Medicine in the University Examinations - 1992
- Grant for Fellowship From Prostate UK
- Norman Gibbon Travelling Fellowship
- Seedcorn Funding by the Research Directorate of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Joint Applicant with Dr A Hindley for Rosemere Cancer Foundation Funding for my Research Project.
Associations/Membership
- British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS), UK
- Royal College Of Surgeon of Edinburgh (RCSEd), UK
- General Medical Council, Uk
- European Association of Urologists (EAU)
- Urological Society of India (USI)
- TAPASU
- Madras Urological Society
- Neurological Society of India
- Karnataka Neurological Association
- General Medical Council
- Royal College Of Surgeons Of Edinburgh
- The British Association of Urological Surgeons
Field of Expertise
- Bladder Augmentation (Cystoplasty)
- Bladder Instillation
- Bladder Surgery
- Burch Colposuspension
- Cystectomy (Bladder Removal)
- Cystolitholapaxy
- Cystolithotripsy
- Feminizing Genitoplasty
- Flexible Ureteroscopy
- Genitourinary Reconstruction
- Greenlight Laser Treatment of BPH
- Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
- Hydrocele Surgery
- Hypospadias Surgery
- Ileal Conduit
- Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection
- Laparoscopic Prostatectomy
- Laparoscopic Radical Cystoprostatectomy
- Laser Photo-Vaporization of the Prostate (PVP)
- Laser Prostatectomy
- Lithotripsy
- Male Sling Procedure
- Meatoplasty/Meatotomy
- Microscopic Testicular Sperm Extraction (microTESE)
- Microscopic Varicocele Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Urological Surgery
- Mitrofanoff Procedure
- Nephroureterectomy
- Open Radical Prostatectomy
- Optical Urethrotomy
- Orchidectomy
- Orchidopexy
- Orchiectomy
- Orchiopexy
- Penile Implants
- Penis Enlargement Surgery
- Posterior Urethral Reconstruction
- Prostate Artery Embolization
- Prostate Biopsy
- Prostatic Urethral Lift (PUL)
- Pyeloplasty
- Radical Cystectomy
- Robotic Cystectomy
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
- Robotic Ureteral Reimplantation
- Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS)
- Sacral Neuromodulation
- Single-Port Radical Prostatectomy
- Testicular Implants/Prosthesis
- Transperineal Biopsy
- Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS)
- Transurethral Incision of the Prostate (TUIP)
- Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT)
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
- Ureteral Reimplantation Surgery
- Ureteral Stent Placement
- Ureteral Stenting and Nephrostomy
- Ureteroscopy (URS)
- Ureteroscopy and Laser Lithotripsy (URSL)
- Ureterostomy
- Urethral and Vaginal Reconstruction
- Urethral Catheterisation Device (UCD)
- Urethral Stricture Surgery
- Urethroplasty
- Varicocele Intervention
- Vasectomy (Male Sterilization)
- Vasectomy Reversal
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- AIDS
- Balanitis
- Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)
- Benign Prostatic Enlargement/Hyperplasia (BPE/BPH)
- Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Bladder Control Issues
- Bladder Exstrophy and Epispadias
- Bladder Neck: Contracture of the Bladder Neck
- Bladder Outlet Obstruction
- Bladder Stones (Bladder Calculi)
- Blood in the Semen (Hematospermia)
- Chlamydia
- Cloacal Malformations
- Communicating Hydrocele
- Congenital Penile Curvature
- Congenital Urological Anomalies
- Cystic Disease
- Cystine Stones
- Cystocele (Fallen Bladder)
- Elevated PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) Level
- Eosinophilia
- Epididymitis
- Epispadias
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS)
- Frequent Urination
- Genital Herpes (HSV-2)
- Genital Lymphedema
- Genital Warts
- Glomerular Diseases
- Goodpasture Syndrome
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA, formerly called Wegener’s)
- Hematuria
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- HIV
- Hydrocele
- Hydronephrosis
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia (High Potassium)
- Hyponatremia
- Hypospadias
- Inguinal Hernia
- Kidney Cancer
- Klinefelter Syndrome
- Low Testosterone (Male Hypogonadism)
- Meatal Stenosis
- Megaureter
- Micropenis
- Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA)
- Mitochondrial Diseases
- Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF)
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Nocturia
- Non-Neurogenic Voiding Dysfunction
- Nongonococcal Urethritis in Men
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
- Penile Adhesions and Skin Bridges
- Penile Cancer
- Penile Curvature
- Penile Torsion
- Penis Health
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
- Perineal Urethrostomy
- Peyronie's Disease
- Phimosis and Paraphimosis
- Posterior Urethral Stenosis
- Priapism
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostatitis
- Proteinuria
- Prune Belly Syndrome
- Pseudohermaphrodite
- Pyonephrosis
- Pyospermia
- Rectocoele
- Redundant Prepuce
- Resistant Hypertension
- Retractile Testicle
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Subacute Cutaneous Lupus
- Testicular Cancer
- Testicular Torsion
- Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism)
- Urachal Abnormalities
- Ureteral Obstruction
- Ureteral Stones
- Ureterocele
- Ureteropelvic Junction (UPJ) Obstruction
- Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
- Urethral Stricture in Men
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Retention
- Urogenital Sinus
- Uterine Prolapse
- Vaginal Prolapse
- Varicocele
- Vasculitis
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
- Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF)
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