Ureteropelvic junction obstruction is a condition where blockage occurs at a point where the ureter attaches to the kidney. This leads to decrease of flow of urine down the ureter and thus increases the fluid pressure inside kidney. Higher pressure inside kidney leads to deterioration of kidney function. The obstruction can be either congenital (the patient is born with it) or can be develops because of age related or body shape issues. Your doctor will suggest the best treatment plan for your depending upon your health and medical history.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction

Best Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction Surgeons

Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction surgeons and doctors have specialized and trained in the field of Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction. The doctors are fully qualified to deal with all kinds of medical issues in their area of specialization. The patients can be assured of safety and excellent standards of care with a trained specialist. However, finding a good doctor for the treatment is an important yet challenging task. The right surgeon ensures that the patient receives the right treatment and has minimal postoperative problems. One must consider various factors while choosing a doctor for the consultation and treatment of the medical condition. Some of these factors are:

Education background: The patients should look for Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction doctors and surgeons who are board-certified and have completed their medical education from recognized institutions. The top-tier hospitals employ a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors who provide reliable clinical services.
Specialized training and fellowships: Many doctors pursue further training and specialization in their field to gain expertise in advanced techniques. They take fellowships in reputed institutions and hospitals to acquire skills and hands-on experience in the latest technologies.
Years of relevant experience: The medical career indicates the doctor’s success rate, the number of surgeries they must have performed and the ability to handle complex cases.
Associated with the accredited hospital: The doctor will perform the treatment at a hospital or clinic, so the quality and standard of the hospital is an important factor. An accredited medical facility provides assurance of good quality patient care and healthcare services.
Patient feedback and reviews: A simple online research may show the feedback and reviews for the doctor by other patients. Their experience with the doctor can be a testament to the doctor’s behavior during the treatment. Many doctors also have patient testimonial videos.

Who are the best Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction doctors?

The list of the top Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction specialists/surgeons include:

S.NO	NAME	HOSPITAL
1	Dr. Sanjay Sachdeva	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
2	Dr. Ashish Sabharwal	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
3	Dr. Surbhi Anand	Dental Bliss
4	Dr. Gagan Gautam	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
5	Dr. Aditya Gupta	Artemis Hospital
6	Dr. Sandeep Batra	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
7	Dr. SKS Marya	Medanta The Medicity
8	Dr. Gaurav Kharya	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
9	Dr. Amandeep Singh Dhillon	Dental Bliss
10	Dr. Bipin S Walia	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket

What can an international patient expect from Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction doctors?

The Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction doctor typically first sees the results of the diagnostic tests to assess the medical condition and overall health of the patient. Based on the initial assessment, the doctor would prepare a treatment plan tailored according to the individualized needs of each patient. The doctor will also discuss the treatment plan for Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction, alternative options, the pros and cons associated with each option and the possible risks as well as complications to educate and help the patient make the decision. They provide a comprehensive evaluation report and discuss the treatment in-depth with the patient during their consultation. For internation patients, they offer teleconsultation services to educate them about their condition and treatment options. These consultations help the patients and their families understand the treatment better and provide them a chance to ask questions or clear their doubts. The doctors are involved in the entire treatment process, from the pre-treatment phase to post-treatment care.

Once the patient is ready for the treatment, the Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction surgeon addresses his team members and shares the details of the case with them. The team members prepare for Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction and set up a convenient date for the procedure with the patient’s approval. The team will provide the patient a few instructions and guidelines for the pre-treatment phase. Also, the Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction hospital initiates the formalities and ensures the hospital stay is comfortable. The patient will have to submit documents for any insurance claim approval. They must also apply for a medical visa and arrange their travel and accommodation based on the scheduled date for the procedure.

Are the Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction surgeons skilled in the latest treatment procedures?

The Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction surgeons are experts in their specialization field and have extensive experience in managing basic to complex cases. They are well-trained in the latest surgical procedures and medical treatments in their area of expertise. The surgeons are skilled in laparoscopy, endoscopy and other minimally invasive techniques of surgery. These procedures are associated with faster recovery with less post-operative pain and low rates of complication. The doctors also attend various workshops, seminars and participate in CMEs to remain updated with the recent trends and advancements in medicine and healthcare systems.

What is the Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction surgeon responsible for?

The surgeon is responsible for the preoperative diagnosis of the Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction patient, for performing the operation, and for providing the patient with postoperative surgical care and treatment. The surgeon works as the leader of the medical team who takes care of the patient.

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Dr. Rajesh Kumar Ahlawat

Urologist | Group Chairman - Kidney and Urology Institute

M.B.B.S, MS (Gen Surgery), M.Ch, MNAMS (Gen Surgery)

Works at Medanta The Medicity

Gurgaon, India

Dr. Rajesh Ahlawat is one of the best urologists in India and has a rich experience of almost four decades in the field of urology and renal sciences.

He is an internationally acknowledged expert in Minimally Invasive Urology procedures and Kidney Transplants and is credited for having conducted more than 1200 Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomies.

He is renowned for pioneering the world's first Robotic Renal Transplant with regional hypothermia and has a vast experience of performing endourology, laparoscopic and robotic procedures.

Dr. Ahlawat is a leading figure in the field of medicine who is known for establishing four successful programs for Urology and Renal Transplant in India, at - Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (Lucknow), Indraprastha Apollo Hospital (New Delhi), Fortis Hospitals (New Delhi) and Medanta The Medicity (Gurugram).

He is a dedicated academician who has been actively involved in Dr. Ahlawat initiated Urology training M.Ch. and D.N.B. programs at prominent medical institutions of the nation.

He has received the title of Honorary Lecturer, conferred to him by the University College London Hospitals (UCLH), U.K. in 1995 for his work at the Institute of Urology and Nephrology there.

He has obtained medical education from premier institutions of India, and been awarded several fellowships from renowned medical centers.

Clinical Focus

Robotic Kidney Transplant
Endourology
Laparoscopic and Robotic Urology
Nephrectomy
Minimally Invasive Nephron Sparing Renal Surgery
Prostate Cancer Surgery
Bladder Cancer Surgery

Awards

Kalyan Pharmacy Gold Medal, 1972
Certificate of Honour (Obst. & Gyn.), 1976
Kashi Ram Dhawan Gold Medal, 1980
P. N. Berry Scholarship, 1994
First Prize - Agra Urological Club Best Video in the years -2003, 2005, 2008, 2011
Best Poster Award, 2004
First Prize - Chandigarh Best Video, 2006 and 2011

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Dr. Andrii Aksentiev

Urologist | Consultant

M.D.

Works at Vitality Medical and Research Center

Kiev, Ukraine

Dr. Aksentiev is an andrologist, urologist, sexual health specialist, ultrasound specialist. He has the highest qualification category, and is a member of numerous medical communities. His professional experience spans more than 20 years. Dr. Aksentiev is a member of Association of Urologists of Ukraine, Association of Andrologists/Sexopathologists of Ukraine, Association of Ultrasound Diagnostics of Ukraine.

Clinical Focus

Outpatient treatment of urological diseases
Ultrasound examination of kidneys, bladder, prostate, abdominal cavity organs, thyroid, etc.
Doppler ultrasound examination of cavernous vessels
Diagnosis and treatment of male infertility
Surgical urology (open and aspiration testicular biopsy, testicular puncture, TESE (testicular tissue aspiration for further sperm search), TESA (needle biopsy of several testicle zones)

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Dr. Puneet Ahluwalia

Urologist & Oncologist | Senior Consultant

M.B.B.S, MS - General Surgery, M.Ch , Fellowship in Robotic Uro-Oncologic

Works at Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket

New Delhi, India

Dr. Puneet Ahluwalia is a leading and accomplished Urologist with specialization and training in oncology as well. In his illustrious medical career of over 12 years, he has performed more than 300 robotic surgeries and 1000 minimal invasive procedures for urological cancers. He specializes in procedures like robotic prostatectomy, robotic partial nephrectomy, robotic assisted radical cystectomy, and also advance procedures like laparoscopic and endourological surgeries along with conventional open uro-oncological surgical procedures. Dr. Ahluwalia is a highly qualified surgeon with training and fellowships from renowned national and international medical institutions. He is an expert in the field of robotic surgery and laparoscopic procedures and is skilled in performing HIFU (high intensity focused ultrasound) for prostate cancer.

Clinical Focus

Uro-Oncology
Robotic Surgery
Minimal invasive Management of Urologic Cancers

Awards

First Prize (NZUSICON 2016: Agra Urological club best video) at Annual North zone USICON 2016 for "Robot assisted radical nephrectomy with inferior vena cava tumor thrombectomy : technique and initial outcomes."
First prize (USICON 2013: Vijayawada prize for best poster) at National conference USICON 2013 Pune for "Kidney carcinoma associated with Xp 11.2 translocation/TFE3 gene fusion: A case report with review of literature"
First prize for Review Paper at UAKON 2013 Alleppy for "Current management of metastatic renal cell carcinoma".
Fellowship in "Uro-oncology and Transplant" in 2014 at Department of Nephrourology, Mie Universty, Mie Prefecture, Japan.
Publications and presentations at national and international podium.

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Dr. T. B Yuvaraja

Uro Oncologist | Head - Robotic Surgery

MBBS, MS (Gen Surgery), M.Ch (Urology), DNB (Genito Urinary Surgery)

Works at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital

Mumbai, India

Yuvaraja T.B is a highly accomplished surgeon with his name amongst Best Urologist in India. In vast surgical experience, he has performed 5000 Major and Supra-major Uro-Oncology surgeries along with more than 1510 Robotic Surgeries with outstanding outcomes.

Clinical Focus

Robotic Uro-Oncology Surgeries, Robotic Radical Prostatectomy, Robotic Partial/Total Nephrectomy, Robotic Radical Cystectomy and Intracorporeal Ileal Conduit/ Neobladder, Robotic Adrenalectomy, Robotic Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection, Open, Laparoscopic surgeries and Management of cancer of Penis, Prostate, Kidney, Bladder, Testis, Adrenal gland and Retroperitoneal Tumors

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Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy

Urologist | Director

MBBS, M.Ch - Urology, MS - General Surgery, MS, M.Ch (Urology), FRCS, FASTS, FIC

Bangalore, India

Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy has a vast and rich experience in the field, having performed 3000 laser-enabled Transurethral prostate procedures(LASER TURP), 2500 laser fragmentation of kidney stones(RIRS) and ureteric stones(URS), along with 2500 kidney transplants and 75 pancreas transplant

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