Dr. Harish Kumar
Senior Consultant Specialist · Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi• View Hospital★ Endocrine Research10+ Yrs. Experience
MBBSDNB (General Medicine)MRCPPLAB; USMLE (Part 1 & 2)Endocrinology training
Quick Facts
- 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.
Education & Qualifications
MBBS — Govt. Trivandrum Medical College (1986)
DNB (General Medicine) — Railway Hospital, Chennai
MRCP — England
PLAB; USMLE (Part 1 & 2)
Endocrinology training — University of Birmingham, UK
Clinical Career Timeline
Professor and Head, Dept. of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Podiatry Surgery — Amrita Hospital, Kochi (1999-present)
Clinical Research Fellow, Endocrinology — University Hospital, Birmingham (1998-1999)
Specialist Registrar, Diabetes & Endocrinology — Good Hope Hospital, Birmingham (1997-1998)
Specialist Registrar — New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton (1998)
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Holds 2 patents related to diabetic foot/footwear innovation
President, RSSDI (Kerala chapter); Secretary, Indian Thyroid Society; Member, British Endocrine Society
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Endocrine Research
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Core Speciality
General Endocrinology
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Core Speciality
Thyroid Disease
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Core Speciality
Diabetic Foot Care & Podiatric Surgery
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Core Speciality
Diabetes Management
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures2 Procedures
Diabetes management (Type 1 and Type 2)Diabetic foot care and podiatric surgery
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries2 Procedures
Thyroid disorder diagnosis and managementGeneral endocrine disorder care
Practices At
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
Amrita Institute of medical sciences and research centre Ponekkara, P.O.Kochi, Kerala – 682041, India.
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What to Expect: Quaternary Clinical Procedures
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| 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
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).