Dr. Srinivas Bojanapu (MBBS, MS, FACRSI, DrNB, PDF) — robotic inguinal hernia (TAPP), ventral hernia (rTAR), hiatal hernia, and paraesophageal hernia repair. Dhaara Speciality Hospital & Kauvery Hospital, Bangalore.
MBBS, MS, FACRSI, DrNB, PDF
HPB & Robotic Surgeon
Dr. Srinivas Bojanapu (MBBS, MS, FACRSI, DrNB, PDF) is a robotic hernia surgeon in Bangalore performing robotic inguinal hernia repair (TAPP), robotic ventral/incisional hernia repair (rTAR — robotic transversus abdominis release), robotic hiatal hernia repair with Nissen fundoplication, and complex recurrent hernia surgery. Robotic hernia surgery means smaller incisions, faster return to work, and lower recurrence rates for complex defects.
Transabdominal pre-peritoneal mesh repair — bilateral in one setting, less pain, same-day discharge often possible
Robotic transversus abdominis release for large incisional hernias — mesh in the retromuscular plane
Large hiatal hernia and paraesophageal hernia repair with cruroplasty and Nissen fundoplication
Umbilical and epigastric hernia repair with or without mesh
Complex redo cases after prior mesh or laparoscopic failure
Spigelian, lumbar, obturator — uncommon hernias requiring precise anatomy
rTAR (robotic TAR) achieves wider mesh overlap in the retromuscular plane — associated with lower recurrence for large hernias than standard laparoscopic repair
Fellow of the Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India — includes abdominal wall hernia expertise
Both inguinal hernias repaired in one anaesthetic with robotic TAPP — no second operation needed
High volume hernia practice at Dhaara Speciality Hospital with mesh options including biological and lightweight synthetic
MBBS, MS, FACRSI, DrNB, PDF
Dhaara Speciality Hospital & Kauvery Hospital, Bengaluru
Robotic hernia surgery uses the Da Vinci surgical robot to repair hernias through 3–4 small incisions (0.5–1.2 cm). The surgeon controls robotic arms with 10× 3D magnification. For inguinal hernias: robotic TAPP. For large ventral/incisional hernias: robotic TAR (transversus abdominis release). Benefits include less pain, faster return to work, and lower risk of wound infection compared to open repair.
Robotic inguinal hernia repair (TAPP): 45–75 minutes. Bilateral: 75–110 minutes. Robotic ventral hernia (rTAR): 2–4 hours depending on defect size and adhesions. Robotic hiatal hernia: 90–150 minutes.
For complex or large hernias, robotic provides superior articulation in tight spaces, allowing mesh placement in the retromuscular plane (Rives-Stoppa position). For simple inguinal hernias, outcomes are comparable. Dr. Bojanapu recommends the approach best suited to each patient's anatomy and defect size.
WhatsApp or call +91-87478-74666, or use the online consultation form. Bring any prior CT scans, operative notes from previous repairs, and details of the hernia location and size.