Dr. Narendra Kumar holds the complete pediatric surgery super-specialty pathway: MBBS + MS General Surgery + MCh Pediatric Surgery. With 29+ years in pediatric surgery and 27 years as a medical teacher, he is widely recognised as the senior-most pediatric surgeon in the combined states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Known across Hyderabad for handling rare and complex pediatric surgical corrections that few others take on, including notable cases that have drawn national attention for the surgical expertise required.
Monday to Saturday, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Evening OPD suits working parents who cannot bring children during school or office hours. Advance appointment is strongly recommended. Please bring all prior scans, reports, and vaccination records for the most productive consultation.
Senior pediatric surgeon with 29 years of experience in children's surgery
Dr. Narendra Kumar is a Visiting Consultant Senior Pediatric Surgeon at Vivekananda Hospital, Begumpet. His academic pathway is MBBS + MS General Surgery + MCh Pediatric Surgery, the complete super-specialty qualification required for pediatric surgery in India. With 29+ years in pediatric surgery and 27 years as a medical teacher, he is widely recognised as the senior-most pediatric surgeon in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
MCh Pediatric Surgery is a 3-year super-specialty that follows MS General Surgery. It trains surgeons specifically for surgical conditions in infants, children, and adolescents - where anatomy, physiology, drug doses, anaesthesia, and post-operative care differ significantly from adult surgery. A pediatric surgeon handles everything from common conditions like hernias and undescended testes to complex congenital anomalies and neonatal emergencies.
His clinical range is exceptional. Common pediatric surgical conditions (hernia, undescended testes, appendicitis, hydrocele, tonsillitis needing surgery) form the everyday practice. Complex congenital anomalies - birth defects affecting the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, thoracic cavity, and other systems - are a specialist focus. Over 29 years he has also handled rare surgical corrections that have drawn national attention, including children with supernumerary (extra) limbs, a surgery type that requires multi-specialty planning few surgeons in India have performed.
At Vivekananda Hospital, the evening OPD is used for consultation, pre-operative evaluation, post-operative follow-up, and second opinions. Common pediatric surgeries suitable for the hospital's pediatric anaesthesia and ward setup are performed at Vivekananda. Neonatal surgery, complex congenital anomaly correction, and highly specialised pediatric procedures are coordinated to tertiary pediatric surgery centres equipped for those specific interventions. Paediatric medical care coordinates with Dr. M. Aravind Kumar and Dr. Sree Mukesh Dutta (Paediatricians at Vivekananda).
Children are not small adults. Their anatomy, physiology, and recovery patterns are different, and so is the emotional impact of surgery on the child and family. In 29 years of pediatric surgery, the most important lesson is that the best surgery is the one that restores normal life - not just fixes the anatomy.
Qualifications and Academic Background
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- MS General Surgery (3-year post-graduate specialty, prerequisite for MCh)
- MCh Pediatric Surgery (3-year super-specialty in pediatric surgery)
- 29+ years of pediatric surgery practice
- 27 years of medical teaching experience
- Senior-most Pediatric Surgeon in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
What Dr. Narendra Kumar treats at Vivekananda Hospital
Comprehensive pediatric surgical care from common elective conditions to urgent surgical emergencies. Simple pediatric surgeries performed at Vivekananda; complex congenital anomaly correction and neonatal surgery coordinated with tertiary centres equipped for highly specialised pediatric surgery.
Pediatric General Surgery
- Inguinal hernia (groin hernia)
- Umbilical hernia
- Hydrocele in children
- Acute appendicitis (appendectomy)
- Abdominal pain surgical evaluation
- Lymph node biopsy
Pediatric Urology
- Undescended testes (orchidopexy)
- Hypospadias correction
- Circumcision (therapeutic)
- Hydronephrosis evaluation
- Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR)
- Paediatric urinary tract infections
ENT-Related Pediatric Surgery
- Tonsillectomy in children
- Adenoidectomy
- Thyroglossal cyst
- Neck cyst excision
- Pre-auricular sinus
- Pediatric lymph node biopsy
Congenital Anomalies (Consultation)
- Congenital anomaly evaluation
- Gastrointestinal birth defects
- Genitourinary birth defects
- Thoracic birth defects
- Multi-specialty planning
- Tertiary centre coordination
Pediatric GI Surgery
- Pyloric stenosis
- Intussusception
- Constipation surgical evaluation
- Rectal prolapse in children
- Anal fissure in children
- Perianal conditions
Second Opinion and Follow-up
- Second opinion on pediatric surgical plans
- Post-operative follow-up from other centres
- Pediatric surgical screening
- Long-term review for corrected anomalies
- Family counselling for rare conditions
- Growth and development check post-surgery
Neonatal surgery (in newborns), complex congenital anomaly corrections, and highly specialised pediatric procedures requiring dedicated pediatric intensive care (PICU) or advanced pediatric surgical infrastructure are coordinated to tertiary pediatric surgery centres equipped for these interventions. Dr. Narendra Kumar handles evaluation, planning, and referral, with continuity of care before and after the specialised procedure.
- Visible lump or swelling in the groin, abdomen, or navel (hernia)
- One or both testes not visible or feelable in the scrotum (undescended testes)
- Severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or refusal to eat (possible appendicitis)
- Persistent swelling around the testicle (hydrocele)
- Birth defect diagnosed during pregnancy or shortly after birth
- Recurrent tonsillitis (7+ episodes a year) needing surgery evaluation
- Repeated urinary tract infections in a child
- Blood in urine or unusual urinary symptoms
- Lump or cyst on the neck or face
- Persistent umbilical discharge after birth
Frequently asked questions
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Narendra Kumar?
What is the difference between a Paediatrician and a Pediatric Surgeon?
Why is MCh Pediatric Surgery important?
My son has undescended testes. When does it need surgery?
Can my child have surgery at Vivekananda Hospital?
What about surgery on a newborn or baby with a birth defect?
What should parents expect during the first consultation?
How long will my child stay in hospital after surgery?
Are pediatric surgeries covered by insurance?
Does he handle common adult surgical conditions too?
Consult Dr. Narendra Kumar for your child's surgical care
Evening OPD Mon-Sat: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Vivekananda Hospital Begumpet.

