About Doctor

• Dr. S.V. Kotwal is a recognized and most experienced Urologist with more than 54 years of experience.
• HIs expertise lies in performing Trans-urethral surgery, PCNL, URS, Pediatric urology, Urological oncology, and Female urology.
• He obtained his MBBS and MS in General Surgery from the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College, Pune.
• After this, he completed his MCh in Urology from AIIMS, New Delhi in 1984.
• He is well-versed in performing one of the largest personal series of PCNL in North India with nearly 4,000 procedures and conducting 300 renal transplants.
• Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Kotwal has held several prominent positions, including Director of Urology and Renal Transplantation at the Army Hospital (R&R) in New Delhi. He has also served as a Senior Consultant at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals and Head of Urology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon.
• Dr. Kotwal's advanced training includes fellowships in renal transplantation from the University of Minnesota, laparoscopic urology from the Cleveland Clinic, and robotic surgery from the University of California, Irvine. These credentials underscore his proficiency in cutting-edge urological procedures and his dedication to providing the best patient care.
• His exceptional service in the medical field has earned him numerous accolades, such as the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) in 2004, the Chief of Army Staff Commendation in 2008, and the prestigious Dr. B.C. Roy National Award in 2015.
• Dr. Kotwal's contributions extend beyond clinical practice to include significant research and publications in urology. He is a sought-after speaker at both national and international conferences, sharing his knowledge and expertise with peers worldwide. His dedication and innovations in urology make him a cornerstone of the medical community at Artemis Hospitals.
• He is associated with many medical societies including the Association of Surgeons of India, the Urological Society of India, the Urological Society of Pune, and the National Geographic Society.

Education

• MBBS – University Of Bombay, 1970

• MS – General Surgery – University of Pune, 1977

• MCh – Urology – All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 1984

• Fellowship in Renal Transplantation, University of Minnesota, USA
• Advanced Training in Laparoscopic Urology, Cleveland Clinic, USA
• Fellowship in Robotic Surgery, University of California, Irvine, USA

Work Experience

• Director, Urology and Renal Transplantation, Army Hospital (R&R), New Delhi
• Senior Consultant, Urology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
• Head of Urology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon

Awards

• Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM), 2004
• Chief of Army Staff Commendation, 2008
• Dr. B.C. Roy National Award, 2015

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