Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari

Education Qualifications

• Fellowship: International College of Surgeons
• Training in Bariatric Surgery: Cleveland Clinic
• Training in Bariatric Surgery: National University Hospital (NUH)
• 2007: FIAGES - Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons
• 1997: MS (General Surgery) - S.C.B Medical College and Hospital
• 1992: MBBS - S.C.B Medical College and Hospital

Experience

• Currently working as a Consultant in Minimal Access Surgery, Robotic GI Surgery, and Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda.
• Performed over 30,000 Minimal Access Surgeries, more than 4,000 Bariatric Procedures, and over 100 Robotic Surgeries.
• Trained at NUH, Singapore.
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, USA.

Services offered

• Bariatric Surgeries
• Metabolic Surgeries for Type II Diabetes Mellitus
• Hernia Surgeries
• Advanced Minimal Access Gastrointestinal Surgeries
• Gallbladder Surgeries
• Upper GI Surgeries
• Solid Organ Surgeries
• Pancreatic Surgeries
• Liver Surgeries
• Colorectal Surgeries
• Small Bowel Surgeries and Appendectomies
• Bariatric Surgeries
  
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy and Sleeve Plus Procedures
  • Gastric Bypass Roux-En-Y
  • Mini Gastric Bypass
• Hernia Surgeries
  
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Incisional Hernia
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Lumbar Hernia
  • Recurrent and Complex Hernia
• Upper GI Surgeries
  
  • Anti-Reflux Surgeries
  • Achalasia Cardia Treatments
  • Gastrectomies
  • Esophageal Surgeries
• Solid Organ Surgeries
  
  • Splenectomy
  • Adrenalectomy
• Pancreatic Surgeries
  • Pancreatic Cysts:
    • Pseudocysts (often resulting from pancreatitis)
    • Mucinous Cystic Neoplasms (MCNs)
    • Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms (IPMNs)
    • Serous Cystic Neoplasms
  • Necrosectomy
  • Pancreatectomies
  • Longitudinal Pancreaticojejunostomy (Puestow Procedure)
  • Whipple Procedure
• Liver Surgeries
  • Liver Cysts:
    • Simple Liver Cysts
    • Hydatid Cysts (caused by parasitic infections)
    • Biliary Cysts (Choledochal Cysts)
• Colorectal Surgeries
  
  • Colectomies
  • Abdominoperineal Resection (APR)
  • Rectopexy
• Others
  
  • Small Bowel Surgeries and Appendectomies

Special Interest and Expertise

• Advanced Minimal Access and Robotic Surgeries
  
  • Hernia Repairs (Inguinal, Incisional, Ventral, and Redo Hernias)
  • Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeries
  • Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeries

Professional Membership

• Member, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons (IAGES)
• Member, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• Asia-Pacific Hernia Society (APHS)
• Hernia Society of India
• Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (AWR) Society

Research & Publications

• In vitro allogeneic immune cell response to mesenchymal stromal cells derived from human adipose in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Cellular Immunology 10.1016. 12/01/2017
• Indian Journal of Surgery 28/12/2016. Laparoscopic Management of a Proximal Jejunal Gallstone Ileus with Patulous Ampulla and Choledochal Cyst—a Report of Unusual Presentation and a Review- 10.1007
• 30-Day Morbidity and Mortality of Bariatric Surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic, a multinational cohort study of 7704 patients from 42 countries. Obese Surg-2021 July 30. Epub 2021 July 30
• Gastrointestinal deep infiltrative endometriosis with lymph node involvement. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2021 Jan-Mar 64 (1):213-215
• Complications after bariatric surgery: A multicentric study of 11,568 patients from Indian bariatric surgery outcomes reporting group. J. MAS 2021 Apr-Jun 17 (2) 213-220
• Prevalence of Cholelithiasis and Choledocholithiasis in Morbidly Obese South Indian Patients and Further Development of Biliary Calculus Disease After Sleeve, Gastric Bypass and MGB Obese Surg: 2016, 10:26(10) 2411-7
• International study on bariatric surgery in advanced disease patients-ONWARD study
• Invasive candida infection after bariatric surgery for morbid obesity presenting as late anastomotic leak. Japanese Journal of Gastroenterology Research

Posters/papers/oral Presentations

• Organized International and National Conferences and Training Programs
• OSSICON 2009
• FIAGES, Hyderabad 2010
• FALS HPB 2012
• IAGES 2017
• Safe Cholecystectomy Workshop 2022
• Ventral Hernia and Groin Hernia Workshops 2022
• FIAGES Hyderabad, January 2023
• HSICON 2015 and 2023
• Regularly trains surgeons in her organization, various hospitals, and medical colleges
• Has trained NBE-accredited GI Surgery students since 2003

Awards and Achievements

• 1st Prize for Scientific Paper in ASICON
• Best Paper Award, ASICON at Hyderabad - 2001
• Vaidya Shiromani Award at Hyderabad, July 2012
• Surgeon of Excellence Award for Bariatric and Hernia Surgery from Surgical Review Corporation, USA

  FAQ'S

1. 1. Why do patients frequently visit Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari?
   

   Patients visit Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari for Advanced Minimal Access GI Surgeries, Bariatric Surgery, Metabolic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Gallbladder Surgery, Upper GI Surgery, and Pancreatic Surgery, among others.

2. 2. What is Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari's educational qualification?
   

   Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari holds the following qualifications: MS, FICS, FIAGES, FACS (USA).

3. 3. What does Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari specialise in?
   

   Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari is a Consultant in Minimal Access, Robotic GI Surgery, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, specializing in Robotic Minimal Access Bariatric Surgery, Hernia Repairs (including Inguinal, Incisional, Ventral, and Redo Hernias), and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeries.

4. 4. Where does Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari practice?
   

   Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari practices at Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, Hyderabad.

5. 5. How can I book Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari’s appointment?
   

   You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari for both an Online Video Consultation and an OPD Consultation by visiting her profile on Yashoda Hospitals.

6. 6. How many years of experience does Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari have?
   

   Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari has over 27 years of experience as a Surgical Gastroenterologist.

7. 7. Are there any hernia-specific facilities or clinics?
   

   Yes, Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari provides specialized care for hernia treatment, including advanced minimal access and robotic surgeries for various types of hernias such as inguinal, incisional, ventral, and complex hernias. Yashoda Hospitals offers dedicated facilities for comprehensive hernia care, including diagnostics, treatment, and surgery.

8. 8. What does COE of Hernia mean?
   

   COE (Center of Excellence) of Hernia refers to a specialized medical facility recognized for providing high-quality care in the treatment and management of hernias. A COE typically ensures that patients receive expert care through advanced treatment methods, minimally invasive surgeries, and dedicated multidisciplinary teams.

9. 9. What makes Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari stands out in her field?
   

   Dr. Kona Lakshmi Kumari is one of the few lady surgeons in the country with expertise in Advanced Minimal Access, Bariatric, and Robotic Surgery. She has performed over 30,000 minimal access procedures and more than 4,000 bariatric surgeries , and over 100 Robotic Surgeries.