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Who is a Pediatric Urologist?
A paediatric urologist is also known as a child urologist, a professional who specialises in treating children with genitourinary conditions. Paediatric urologists are capable of treating problems that might develop in the urinary system of infants, children, or adolescents. These certified paediatric urologists help treat conditions in children’s urinary systems, occurring in the bladder, kidneys, and urethra. In some cases, it can also occur in the genital tract, including the reproductive organs inside & outside the body.
What Kind of Training Do Pediatric Urologists Have?
A Pediatric Urologist specializes in the treatment of urinary and genital problems. They have in-depth knowledge and expertise on determining and treating children’s genital abnormalities and urological tract problems, including bladder, kidneys, and urethra, and ureters. A professional hernias doctor is known to spend around 14 years to become fully trained in the field of healthcare & medicine to gain the specialty.
To become a paediatric urologist, here are some eligibility requirements:
- A 5-year degree in MBBS
- A 3 -year degree in MS in General Surgery
- An additional 3-year training in MCH in paediatric urology surgery
- Additional 1-3 years of fellowship training in the field of pediatric urology.
Most pediatric urologists recommend surgery between 6 to 18 months of age, as healing is faster and long-term outcomes are better.
What Should Parents Expect During Pediatric Urology Treatment?
Upon meeting at the pediatric urology clinic, your child will usually undergo a physical examination. The paediatric urology doctor will ask relevant questions to understand the medical history of your child. They will recommend the right treatment to resolve the condition of your child. Some of the subsequent steps will include:
- X-ray imaging of the urinary tract
- Ultrasound of the bladder or kidneys
- Low-dose radiation imaging of the bladder or kidneys
- Measuring the urine stream
About Dr. Gursev Sandlas
Consultant, Pediatric Surgeon and Pediatric Urologist, Robotic Pediatric Surgeon
MBBS | MS | M.Ch
Dr. Gursev is a Pediatric Surgeon & Pediatric Urologist in Mumbai. He has completed his MBBS from Grant Medical College & Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals and was at the top of his graduation class.
Subsequently he did his M.S. In general surgery from L.T.M. Medical college and L.T.M. Municipal General Hospital popularly known as Sion Hospital in Mumbai. Sion Hospital runs one of the busiest trauma centers in Asia and it laid the foundation of a sound surgical training for Dr. Gursev. He followed it up by completing his M.Ch. in Pediatric Surgery also from Sion Hospital.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A paediatric urologist diagnoses and treats urinary and genital conditions in children; you should consult one for birth defects, infections, or ongoing urinary problems.
Yes, parents can directly consult a paediatric urologist without referral, especially when a child has persistent urinary symptoms or known urological concerns.
Dr Gursev commonly treats hypospadias, UTIs, reflux, undescended testes, hernias, and kidney conditions using paediatric minimal access surgery when appropriate.
The cost of paediatric surgery depends on the condition, hospital, and surgical approach, including open procedures, laparoscopy, or robotic techniques.
Treatment includes detailed evaluation, imaging, medications, preventive strategies, and surgical correction when needed to address the underlying causes of recurrent UTIs.
Yes, Dr Gursev uses minimal access surgery and robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery to minimise pain, scarring, and recovery time in children.