Dr. Vasantha Kumar R S

About Dr. Vasantha Kumar R S

Dr. Vasantha Kumar R S is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, with over 35 years of dedicated experience in nephrology and kidney transplantation. He holds a comprehensive medical qualification including MBBS, MD in General Medicine, DM in Nephrology, DNB in Nephrology, and a Fellowship in Transplant Medicine, establishing him as one of South India's most experienced renal specialists.

Dr. Vasantha Kumar brings exceptional clinical depth across all major renal conditions, including chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, dialysis therapy, nephrotic syndrome, and glomerulonephritis. He has extensive expertise in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis management, dialysis catheter placement, and the complete spectrum of kidney transplant care—from pre-transplant evaluation through long-term post-transplant follow-up and immunosuppression management. His work in cadaveric renal transplantation and management of transplant complications has positioned him as a trusted advisor for complex renal cases throughout India and the surrounding region.

Dr. Vasantha Kumar is actively engaged with international patients seeking advanced nephrology and transplant care, drawing patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and across South Asia. His proficiency in English, Hindi, and Kannada enables seamless communication with diverse patient populations. At Apollo Hospitals Bengaluru, he coordinates comprehensive care pathways that support both local and international patients, ensuring continuity of dialysis, transplant monitoring, and specialist follow-up.

Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road is one of India's premier multi-specialty healthcare destinations, accredited by JCI and equipped with state-of-the-art nephrology and transplant units. The hospital maintains dedicated international patient services, advanced dialysis facilities, and robust post-transplant support, making it an ideal choice for families seeking world-standard renal care combined with affordable treatment costs. Dr. Vasantha Kumar's affiliation with multiple leading institutions—including Manipal Hospitals, St. John's Medical College Hospital, and Command Hospital—reflects his standing across the Indian healthcare ecosystem.

For international patients, Dr. Vasantha Kumar offers a combination of three decades of clinical experience, membership in the Indian Society of Nephrology and Indian Society of Organ Transplantation, and a proven track record in managing cross-border patients. Gaf Healthcare facilitates consultation booking, medical document review, and care coordination to ensure seamless access to his expertise.