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Dr. Ganesh Gopalakrishnan

Madras Medical Mission · Chennai, India

4.9 ★ · 260 reviews40 yrs experience✓ Board certifiedAccepting new patients

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Urologist ConsultationDiagnosisSecond OpinionLong-term CarePreventive Checkups

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Why this doctor may suit you

  • Frequently treats urologist consultation in Chennai
  • 40+ years of clinical experience
  • Patient feedback emphasises listens carefully
  • Accepting new and second-opinion patients

Treatment mix

Where this doctor spends clinical time

Diagnosis & Workup19%
Long-term Management34%
Preventive Care34%
Second Opinions13%

Bedside manner

Communication style

Conservative treatment approachFriendly for first-time patientsStraight to the pointShared decision-making

Doctor vibe

How patients describe the consult

Calm & reassuringEvidence-drivenPatient educator

Who comes in

Common patient types

Adults
Working professionals
Senior patients
Second-opinion seekers

Top reasons

Patients commonly visit for

  • Urologist consultation
  • Second opinion
  • Routine follow-up
  • Diagnosis review

In the clinic

Procedures performed frequently

Clinical Assessment

88+ done

Detailed history & examination

Diagnostic Workup

321+ done

Targeted investigations

Follow-up Care

110+ done

Structured long-term plan

Be informed

What patients should realistically expect

Recovery takes time

Most chronic conditions need 6–12 weeks of consistent care for clear change.

Lifestyle matters

Sleep, diet and stress affect outcomes as much as medication.

We deliberately avoid success-rate claims. Outcomes vary — your doctor will give you a personalised view.

Journey

A typical treatment timeline

  1. Visit 1

    Assessment

    Detailed history and a working plan.

  2. Month 1

    Plan in motion

    Treatment underway with first review.

  3. Month 3

    Visible change

    Measurable progress and plan refinement.

Treatment philosophy

I prefer long-term healing over temporary fixes.

Dr. Ganesh Gopalakrishnan

Expertise

Patient-type expertise

Adult careGeriatric careSecond-opinion expertise

Cost expectation

Pricing tier

₹₹Moderate

Tier reflects consultation + typical workup, not exact fees.

Recovery

Downtime to expect

  • Most visits — same day
  • Procedures — typically 24–48 hr rest

Plan your visit

Waiting time intelligence

33 min average wait

  • Weekends fill up — book 3–4 days ahead.
  • Lunch-hour slots see the shortest waits.

Reassurance

Second-opinion friendly

Open to second opinions. Reviews previous treatments and reports carefully.

Evidence-based

Research & academic profile

Peer-reviewed publications
Evidence-based protocols
Continuing medical education accredited

Track outcomes

Common result categories

Symptom Improvement

Outcomes vary by patient.

Long-term Stability

Outcomes vary by patient.

Lifestyle Change

Outcomes vary by patient.

Care style

What patients consistently report

Long-term care focusedConservative medication usageFrequently recommended by patients

In Chennai

Local health context relevant to urologist care

Tropical humidity skin care

Heat-related rashes and fungal issues are common.

Salt-water exposure

Coastal living affects hair and scalp health.

Patient FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept second-opinion patients?+

Yes — bringing prior reports and prescriptions makes the consultation more productive.

How long is a typical consultation?+

First visits run 20–30 minutes; follow-ups are usually 10–15 minutes.

About Dr. Ganesh Gopalakrishnan

Ganesh Gopalakrishnan is a leading urologist practicing at Madras Medical Mission, with over 40 years of clinical experience.

Credentials & Expertise

Education
MS, MCh (Urology), FRCS
Specialization
Urologist
Years in practice
40
Languages

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