Welcome, Dr. Ankit Kayal. It is an absolute privilege to speak with a medical professional of your caliber. As a Senior Consultant Urologist, Andrologist, and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, you have profoundly impacted modern urology in Rajasthan. Having performed over 25,000 advanced endoscopic procedures and leading the charge on minimally invasive therapies like ZSR Stapler Circumcision and Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy, your dedication to patient outcomes is exceptional. We know your schedule at Kayal Urocentre and Bombay Hospital Jaipur is incredibly demanding, so we truly appreciate you taking the time for this conversation. How are you doing today, and what is the atmosphere like at your clinic?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: Thank you so much for the warm welcome! It is a true pleasure to connect with TheCconnects and your readers. I am doing very well. The atmosphere at Kayal Urocentre is incredibly focused and dynamic right now. We are constantly adopting new, minimally invasive technologies, so our team is highly energized. Seeing patients recover faster and return to their daily lives with less pain keeps the entire staff motivated. We are navigating a busy surgical schedule, but it is deeply fulfilling work.
TheCconnects: Your professional journey is incredibly impressive, evolving from your early days in Sambhar Lake to advanced endourology training in Hong Kong and Shanghai, and eventually establishing the Kayal Urocentre in Jaipur. Can you walk our readers through this evolution?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: My journey actually started at home. My father, Dr. Manak Kayal, is a medical professional, and growing up in that environment in Sambhar Lake instilled a deep respect for medicine in me early on.
After completing my MBBS at SMS Medical College, I pursued my MS in General Surgery and subsequently my MCh in Urology at Nilratan Sircar Medical College in Kolkata. However, I always knew that traditional, open surgeries were not the future. I wanted to focus on minimally invasive procedures. This drive led me to pursue advanced endourology fellowships, training at prestigious centers like the Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital (MPUH) in Gujarat, the Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology (AINU) in Hyderabad, and internationally in Hong Kong and Shanghai.
All this training crystallized into one goal: bringing world-class, advanced urological care back to Rajasthan. That vision became a reality when I founded Kayal Urocentre in 2018. My goal was to create a center of excellence where patients didn’t just receive treatment, but experienced the latest, pain-free innovations in urology.
TheCconnects: You mentioned growing up in a medical household. Besides your father, who else has influenced you the most in your life and shaped your approach to patient care?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: My father was certainly my foundational influence; he taught me the ethics of medicine and the importance of empathy. However, my surgical philosophy was heavily influenced by my mentors during my urology fellowships.
Working under pioneers like Dr. Mahesh Desai at MPUH and Dr. C. Mallikarjun at AINU profoundly shaped my approach. They taught me that a surgeon’s job is not just to operate, but to innovate constantly for the patient’s benefit. They instilled in me the belief that if there is a less invasive, less painful way to treat a patient without compromising the outcome, it is our duty to master that technique. That philosophy drives every decision I make at my center today.
TheCconnects: Performing over 25,000 surgeries is a monumental achievement, but the path of a surgeon is fraught with high-stakes challenges. What are the biggest challenges you have faced in your career, and how did you overcome them?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: The biggest challenge early in my career, particularly when I started Kayal Urocentre, was changing the mindset of patients regarding new technologies.
When you introduce something like Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy or ZSR Stapler Circumcision, patients are naturally apprehensive. They are accustomed to traditional surgeries that involve long hospital stays and significant recovery time. The concept of a “day-care surgery” for prostate or circumcision issues seemed too good to be true for many.
I overcame this through relentless patient education. I spent a significant amount of time counseling patients, explaining the science behind laser surgeries like HOLEP and RIRS, and walking them through the recovery benefits. Transparency builds trust. Once the first few patients experienced the rapid recovery and shared their success stories, word-of-mouth overcame the initial skepticism.
TheCconnects: You are recognized as one of the earliest adopters of Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy and ZSR Stapler Circumcision in Rajasthan private hospitals. How exactly do these advanced solutions address your patients’ pain points?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: Traditional urological surgeries often involve significant bleeding, post-operative pain, and extended hospital stays, which are massive pain points for patients.
For instance, an enlarged prostate (BPH) severely impacts a man’s quality of life. Traditional surgeries require cutting tissue. Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy, however, uses the natural thermal energy of steam to shrink the enlarged prostate. It is incredibly minimally invasive, preserves sexual function, and allows the patient to go home the same day.
Similarly, the ZSR Stapler Circumcision replaces the traditional scalpel and sutures. It cuts and staples simultaneously, meaning practically zero bleeding, highly aesthetic results, and a recovery time that is slashed by more than half. By adopting these technologies, we directly address the patient’s fear of pain, blood loss, and prolonged downtime.
TheCconnects: Beyond the operating room, you have over 20 publications in international journals and a strong focus on patient education. In today’s digital age, what do you see as the biggest challenge for medical professionals and healthcare brands in the digital space?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: The biggest challenge in the digital healthcare space is the rampant spread of medical misinformation and pseudo-science.
Patients today Google their symptoms before they even step into a clinic. While it is great that patients want to be informed, they often encounter unverified, sensationalized, or completely inaccurate information online, particularly regarding men’s health, andrology, and prostate issues. The challenge for authentic medical professionals is cutting through that noise. We have to use our digital platforms not just for marketing, but for rigorous, evidence-based patient education, ensuring that science and facts rank higher than clickbait.
TheCconnects: After thousands of complex surgeries and years of building a specialized medical center, what key lessons have you learned from your professional career?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: The most vital lesson is that surgical skill must always be paired with deep empathy. You can be the most technically gifted surgeon in the world, but if you do not listen to your patient’s fears and tailor the treatment to their specific lifestyle needs, you are failing them.
Secondly, I have learned that medicine is a lifelong studentship. The day a doctor stops learning is the day they become obsolete. My involvement in research, securing the World Endourology Society Summer Student Scholarship, and attending global conferences ensures that I never stagnate. You must constantly unlearn the old and adapt to the new.
TheCconnects: The life of a Senior Consultant Surgeon is incredibly demanding. What does Dr. Ankit Kayal do in his free time to unwind and recharge?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: Free time is definitely a luxury! However, when I do step away from the operating theater, my priority is my family. Spending quality, uninterrupted time with them keeps me grounded. I also enjoy reading about technological advancements outside of medicine and traveling when my schedule permits. Taking a mental break from the clinical environment is essential to avoid burnout and maintain the sharp focus required in surgery.
TheCconnects: Finally, what advice do you have for young medical professionals or aspiring healthcare entrepreneurs who want to establish their own specialized centers?
Dr. Ankit Kayal: My advice is to focus relentlessly on patient outcomes, not just financial margins. When you are building a specialized center, invest in the best technology available and master the skills required to use it safely. Do not rush to establish a brand before you have established your clinical competence.
Furthermore, embrace innovation. The future of surgery is minimally invasive. If you prioritize ethical practice, continuous learning, and genuinely care about improving the quality of your patients’ lives, success and reputation will naturally follow.
TheCconnects: That is brilliant, highly actionable advice, Dr. Kayal. Your dedication to advancing urological care and prioritizing patient comfort through innovation is truly inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and expertise with us today. We wish you and the team at Kayal Urocentre continued success!
Dr. Ankit Kayal: The pleasure was entirely mine. Thank you to TheCconnects for this wonderful platform and for highlighting the importance of advanced medical care.
