Dr. S. Prathap Kumar

About Dr. S. Prathap Kumar

Dr. S. Prathap Kumar is a general surgeon practising in Sholinganallur, Chennai and 2 other locations. Dr. Kumar has 21 years of clinical and surgical experience. Dr. Kumar evaluates each patient carefully, explains whether surgery is needed or non-surgical treatment can work, and plans the surgical approach, recovery and follow-up with the patient.

Surgical Expertise and Areas of Focus

Dr. Kumar's primary specialisation is general surgery.

How Dr. Kumar Approaches Surgical Care

• Pre-operative evaluation: symptoms, medical history, reports and scans are reviewed before any decision on surgery
• Surgery planning: the procedure, alternatives, risks, expected recovery time and approximate costs are discussed in advance
• Post-operative follow-up: recovery review, wound care guidance and long-term care advice after surgery

Qualification and Registration

Qualification: MCh - Vascular Surgery, MS - General Surgery, MBBS.

Practice Locations

Dr. Kumar consults at 3 locations in Chennai:

1. 1. Chennai National Hospital

   • Area: Chennai
   • Consultation fee: ₹500
   10 am – 1 pm, 2 pm – 4 pm

2. 2. Parvathy Hospital

   • Area: Chennai
   • Consultation fee: ₹500
   10 am – 1 pm, 2 pm – 4 pm

3. 3. Saraswathi Hospital

   • Area: Chennai
   • Consultation fee: ₹500
   10 am – 1 pm, 2 pm – 4 pm

Consultation Fee and Appointments

The consultation fee is ₹500.

The fee is for the consultation only. Tests, scans, and any procedure or surgery are charged separately, and fees can change, so please confirm the current fee with the doctor or clinic.

To request an appointment, send a request on Go Surgery and our care team will contact you.

Languages Spoken

English, Hindi and Tamil.

When Should You Consult a General Surgeon?

Consider requesting an appointment if you have been advised surgery and want a second opinion, or want to understand the procedure, recovery time and cost before deciding.

FAQs

What does Dr. S. Prathap Kumar specialise in?

Dr. S. Prathap Kumar is a general surgeon.

How many years of experience does Dr. Kumar have?

21 years.

Where does Dr. Kumar practise?

At Chennai National Hospital, Chennai, Parvathy Hospital, Chennai and Saraswathi Hospital, Chennai.

What is the consultation fee?

₹500, for consultation only. Tests, scans and procedures are charged separately.

How do I request an appointment?

Send a request on Go Surgery and our care team will contact you about it.