Dr. Harish Kumar
Senior Consultant Specialist
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi• View Hospital- Department
- Endocrine Research
- Qualifications
- MBBS, DNB (General Medicine), MRCP
- Experience
- 10+ Years
- Hospital
- Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Harish Kumar
Dr. Harish Kumar is Professor and Head of the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Podiatry Surgery at Amrita Hospital, Kochi, a department he helped establish in September 1999 and has led ever since. His core specialities include diabetes management, diabetic foot care and podiatric surgery, and thyroid disease, with two patents to his name related to diabetic footwear innovation. He also serves as President of RSSDI (Kerala chapter) and Secretary of the Indian Thyroid Society, reflecting his standing in the field nationally. Dr. Kumar completed his MBBS from Govt. Trivandrum Medical College in 1986 and trained extensively in the UK, including a Clinical Research Fellowship in Endocrinology at University Hospital, Birmingham, and Specialist Registrar positions at Good Hope Hospital and New Cross Hospital, Birmingham and Wolverhampton. He holds MRCP (England), PLAB, and USMLE qualifications alongside his DNB in General Medicine.
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Specialized Procedures & Treatments4 Procedures
Practices At
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
Amrita Institute of medical sciences and research centre Ponekkara, P.O.Kochi, Kerala ??? 682041, India.
What to Expect: Quaternary Clinical Procedures
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimally Invasive Specialty Surgery | $42,000 US/UK | $4,800 – $7,200 in India | 85% Less |
| Complex Quaternary Consultation & Workup | $4,500 US/UK | $450 – $800 in India | 84% Less |
| Advanced Robotic / Navigated Surgical Procedure | $58,000 US/UK | $6,500 – $9,800 in India | 84% Less |
| In-Hospital Specialized Recovery & Rehabilitation (7 Days) | $18,000 US/UK | $1,800 – $2,800 in India | 85% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews (2)
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Harish Kumar provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Harish Kumar specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in diabetes management, diabetic foot care and podiatric surgery, and thyroid disease.
2Q: How long has Dr. Kumar led the Endocrinology department at Amrita?
Ans: He has led the department since founding it in September 1999.
3Q: Does Dr. Kumar have research contributions to diabetic foot care?
Ans: Yes, his main research areas are diabetic foot and thyroid disease, and he holds two patents in the field.
4Q: What international training does Dr. Kumar have?
Ans: He trained extensively in the UK, including fellowships and registrar posts in Birmingham and Wolverhampton, and holds MRCP (England).