Dr. Kumar Sonal

18/04/2026

18/04/2026

I feel honored and humbled to be invited as Faculty and Speaker at the prestigious SMRSC 2026 Robotic Surgery Conference, .org, held in New Delhi.
It was a privilege to share my insights and experience on robotic splenectomy for massive splenomegaly, before the stalwarts in the field of robotic surgery from diverse corners of the globe.
Grateful for the engaging discussions, exchange of ideas, and the collective vision to push the boundaries of robotic surgery using this MadeInIndia Surgical Robot.
SS Innovations International, Inc.






https://youtu.be/Djw6mj1AT5c?si=AZ-GE9HKtuVSM_f4

01/04/2026

Honored and privileged to be invited as faculty at the Young HSICON Conference 2026 held in Chandigarh on 28th–29th March—proudly presenting our work in the field of Herniology at Ruban Memorial Hospital.

Presented a talk on Laparo-endoscopic groin hernia surgery, participated in a panel discussion, and chaired an academic session of 5 talks at the event.
The conference provided an excellent platform to reconnect with respected mentors, cherished colleagues, and the vibrant surgical fraternity from across India. It was a great experience contributing to an insightful panel discussion on hernia surgery prosthesis, sharing perspectives, and learning from esteemed experts.

Grateful to . Anupam Goel sir and the entire organizing team for the kind invitation and warm hospitality. Heartiest congratulations on curating and executing such a successful and memorable academic event.









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14/02/2026

Awareness on Robotic Surgery, courtesy Ruban Memorial Hospital and BigFM

Ruban Memorial Hospital ko Healthcare- Robotic Surgery category mein mila BIG Impact Award.

Janiye iske baare mein
Dr. Kumar Sonal,
Consultant Advanced Laparoscopic, Bariatric and Robotic Surgeon,
Ruban Memorial Hospital, Patna se

🎙 RJ Jigyasa ke saath
⏰ 14 Feb | 10:00 to 11:00 AM
📻 95 BIG FM par

Recognition

14/12/2025

Privileged to share!

I am honoured to share my selection for the Hernia Society of India – Next Gen Group. This recognition is truly special, representing a commitment to continuous learning, advancing hernia surgery, and contributing to the next chapter of minimally invasive and robotic hernia care in India.

I am grateful to my mentors, colleagues, and the Hernia Society of India for this opportunity and for believing in my work. A heartfelt thank you to my patients, whose trust motivates me every single day.

I look forward to meaningful contributions, new learnings, and pushing the boundaries of excellence in hernia surgery.

Special thanks to Sarfaraz Baig, Dr. Ganesh Shenoy, Dr. Anupam Goel, Dr. Mukund Khetan, Dr. Parveen Bhatia, Dr. Magan Mehrotra, Dr Manish Baijal, Prof. Diptendra Sarkar, Asif Ayaz, Dr Vishal C Soni and the Hernia Society of India.

https://herniasocietyofindia.org/gennext-group/

30/09/2025

It has been more than a year since the launch of Robotic Surgery Programme at Ruban Hospital, Patna. This also happens to be the first robotics programme in the states of Bihar and Jharkhand combined. A huge thanks to Dr. Satyajit sir for bringing affordable robotic surgery to the people of the state.
Sharing my thoughts with the SSI team on the same!

In this episode, Dr. Kumar Sonal, Ruban Memorail Hospital, Patna, talks about the benefits of Robotic Surgery. He further explains the importance of having a...

01/02/2025

Gallstone ileus is an important, though infrequent, cause of mechanical bowel obstruction. It is caused by impaction of a gallstone in the ileum after being passed through a biliary-enteric fistula. The diagnosis is often delayed since symptoms may be intermittent and investigations fail to identify the cause of the obstruction. The mainstay of treatment is removal of the obstructing stone after resuscitating the patient. Gallstone ileus continues to be associated with relatively high rates of morbidity and mortality.

Sharing an edited operative video of Gallstone Ileus that was managed Laparoscopically.

This is an edited video of laparoscopic management of gallstone ileus. Gallstone ileus is a not so common complication of gallstone disease. ...

21/07/2024

What Is An Inguinal Hernia, and Its Symptoms Guided by A Hernia Specialist.

A hernia happens when part of an organ pushes through an abnormal opening or weak spot. An inguinal hernia, specifically, occurs in the abdomen near the groin. This type of hernia develops when fatty or intestinal tissues push through a weak spot in the abdominal wall near the inguinal canal at the base of the abdomen. When a hernia forms in this area, it can create a noticeable bulge and may cause pain, especially during movement.

Inguinal hernias are more common in men, with about one in six men experiencing this condition at some point in their lives. Many people might not seek treatment if the hernia is small or doesn’t cause symptoms. However, addressing early with a hernia specialist can prevent worsening and reduce discomfort.

e.T.E.P. is a newer way to treat Groin hernias. Sharing an edited video of a Bilateral e.T.E.P. Inguinal mesh hernioplasty.

https://youtu.be/6DaPezDgXMM?si=_Nq0JAkN_Vp8zOaC

Patient had bilateral groin hernia. This is an edited video of Bilateral E.T.E.P. Inguinal mesh hernioplasty.

22/05/2024

Joining the robotic bandwagon. Happy to have done the first robotic surgery in the state of Bihar and Jharkhand! Robotic surgery is a boon to the patient.
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