MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery, FICS
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Dr. R Shivashankar is a Sr. Consultant and the Director of the Department of Urology at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore. An MBBS, MS in General Surgery, M.Ch in Urology and FICS to his credit, Dr. Shivashankar is a highly skilled and successful urologist, with years of expertise in general urology, endo urology, paediatric urology, uro oncology, andrology, gynec urology, and renal transplant surgery. To add to his list of accomplishments, Dr. R Shivashankar has performed over 2000 renal transplantations, over 4000 percutaneous renal surgeries for stone and other conditions, over 7000 ureteroscopic procedures for ureteric stones and other conditions, over 13000 Trans urethral procedures for prostate, bladder tumours and urethral conditions, and around 6000 prostate operations. He has also successfully treated over 20000 patients for urinary tract stone disease and many uro-oncology procedures. Dr. Shivashankar also has many publications and presentations to his credit.
Visited For Urinary Tract ObstructionUrinary Tract Infection (UTI)
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I went to the doctor for a urinary tract obstruction issue and he patiently heard me, prescribed some basic tests and was able to give an accurate diagnosis. Will be visiting the doctor again for further course of treatment as well.
Highly recommend him :)
Me and my wife had visited the hospital and it was urinary infection* ****** *** **** ** **********. I am an old patient of doctor. I am satisfied with the explanation and treatment given by the doctor. Tablets were prescribed by the doctor for one year. Pelvic test was done and others. There was some waiting time in the hospital.
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*** ********** ** *** *** ****** He did not even diagnose the condition properly. When asked what the diagnosis is, he says "Take these tablets, you will feel better", **** ***** ****** ** ********* ** *** ********** **** his prescription did not work *** **** Total loss of time and effort. ** ***** ** *********** *** ***** *** *****
Visited For Urinary Tract Infection
I had visited Dr. Shivashankar at Manipal hospital for my father-in-law who was suffering from a urinary infection. Firstly, you need to book the appointment a week in advance as he is quite renowned and also it is Rs.600 per appointment which is ok. What is not ok, is that once you come in for the appointment, not only do you have to wait a while to get your turn, when you do get your turn, the Doctor is in such a hurry to complete the examination and make a diagnosis that he does not even have time to explain and answer questions. He directly scribbles something as a prescription and expects you to follow it without seeking any clarification. And the icing on the cake (note the sarcasm), is that when he think the appointment is done (which is about 3 -5 mins or less), he stands up even while you are speaking to indicate to you the appointment is done and you need to leave the room! And if that was his level of courtesy for a wheel chair bound senior citizen, I only dread to think how he would treat others.
38 years of experience (as boasted by Manipal hospital website) has only resulted in creating a rude, grumpy old man. It's time he retires or kicks the bucket. As for you, I suggest you find an alternative doctor to consult.
Visited For Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
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I would totally not recommend him as he suggested applying betadine on female genital area to prevent urinary tract infections. * ****** ******* ******* **** ** *** *** **** **** ******* ****** ** *** ******* *** **** ** * ******* *** ** **** *** **** ** *** ******** **** **** *** *** **** ******** ** **** ******* **** ***** ** ********* ********* ** **** *** **** ******** ** **** **** **** *** ***** ** **** ******* **** ***** ** ********* *** ** *** ******** ** **** He was very confident in suggesting this method *** ** **** **** **** ******** ****** Totally unexpected from a doctor **** ****** *** ***** ** *********** Stopped the betadine and I don't have any UTI so far. Do a teeny bit of research and you all will thank me. *** ***** *** ****** ** *** * ******* ************ ** **** **** **** * ****** **** ** **** ** ****** And as expected, the doctor was very grumpy and rude. Did not have the time to listen to whatever I had to say either.
My father had been to hospital and it was for urinary problem. ********* *** **** ** ******* I can definitely recommend the doctor to my family or friends. Tablets were prescribed by the doctor. Scanning was done. There was more waiting time in the hospital when we went. It was 30-45 minutes. Doctor told to come after 15 days, but we were unable to go.
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I meet him in Manipal but I find it not good at all. please look for alternative doctor. I did not find him friendly helping . he will not expain most prb.
I had urinary related so went to hospital. Consultation was fine by the doctor. I can surely recommend doctor to others. There was normal waiting time in the hospital. It was for 30 -45 minutes. He told to reduce weight. Hospitality was good.
Very experienced and to the point absolutely genuine dr.
Promt decision making was very helpful with good consultation post procedure.
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Firstly it's really important for him to treat a VIP who has not taken any appointment than treating the patience who are waiting for him for a long long time. Secondly he has very less patience to listen to a problem and is in a hurry to get to conclusion. I mean 850 bucks for what 3 min of consultation. ******* ****** *** ** *** *** * ***** *******