Dr. Dinesh Kini K
Senior Consultant Specialist · Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore• View Hospital★ Liver Transplant Programme Development25+ Yrs. Experience
MBBSMD (General Medicine)DM (Gastroenterology)
Quick Facts
- Department
- Liver Transplant Programme Development
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Gastroenterology)
- Experience
- 25+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Dinesh Kini K
Dr. Dinesh Kini K is a Medical Gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, with 25 years of experience in gastroenterology and hepatology. His core specialities include therapeutic endoscopy, liver disease management, and complex GI condition treatment, and he pioneered a multidisciplinary approach to gastrointestinal medicine integrating interventional radiology, surgical gastroenterology, oncology, and GI pathology. He treats Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, GERD, and IBS, alongside chronic pancreatitis and hepatitis, having played a pivotal role in initiating liver transplant programmes at Manipal Hospital and Sakra World Hospital. Dr. Kini completed his MBBS from Kasturba Medical College in 1990 and his MD in General Medicine from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore University, in 1995, receiving the Gold Medal for Best Ongoing MD in General Medicine in 1994, followed by his DM in Gastroenterology. He serves as an Examiner for the DNB (Gastroenterology) final examination conducted by the National Board, Delhi.
Education & Qualifications
MBBS — Kasturba Medical College (1990)
MD (General Medicine) — Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore University (1995, Gold Medal, Best Ongoing MD, 1994)
DM (Gastroenterology)
Clinical Career Timeline
Medical Gastroenterologist — Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore
Pivotal role initiating liver transplant programmes — Manipal Hospital and Sakra World Hospital
Examiner, DNB (Gastroenterology) final exam — National Board, Delhi
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Gold Medal for Best Ongoing MD in General Medicine, KMC, Mangalore University, 1994
Member, Indian Association for the Study of the Liver and Indian Society of Gastroenterology
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Liver Transplant Programme Development
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Core Speciality
Multidisciplinary GI Medicine
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Core Speciality
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
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Core Speciality
Hepatology
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Core Speciality
Therapeutic Endoscopy
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures3 Procedures
Upper GI Endoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic ultrasoundLiver biopsy and polypectomyUlcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease treatment
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries2 Procedures
GERD and IBS managementChronic pancreatitis and hepatitis treatment
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore
Bannerghatta Main Road, IIM Opposite, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar Bangalore Karnataka 560076 India
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What to Expect: ENT & Head-Neck Surgery
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cochlear Implant Surgery (Including Implant Device) | $55,000 US/UK | $11,000 – $15,500 in India | 75% Less |
| Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) | $18,000 US/UK | $2,500 – $3,800 in India | 81% Less |
| Tympanoplasty / Mastoidectomy | $16,000 US/UK | $2,200 – $3,500 in India | 80% 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
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Dinesh Kini K 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 Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Dinesh Kini K specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in medical gastroenterology and hepatology, treating IBD, GERD, IBS, and chronic liver disease.
2Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Kini have?
Ans: He has 25-33 years of experience in gastroenterology.
3Q: What is Dr. Kini known for in gastroenterology?
Ans: He pioneered a multidisciplinary approach to GI medicine and helped establish liver transplant programmes at two Bangalore hospitals.
4Q: Does Dr. Kini perform endoscopic procedures?
Ans: Yes, he performs upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, and polypectomy among other procedures.