Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri
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Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri – Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeon | |
| Born | N/A |
| Birth Place | Miryalaguda, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeon, Surgical Educator, Professor of Surgery, Author, Medical Illustrator, Researcher and Carnatic Classical Musician |
| Title | Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeon |
| Known For | Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Surgical Education, Medical Illustration and Surgical Publications |
| Company |
TVR Laparoscopy Center |
| Founder | TVR Laparoscopy Center |
| Industry | Healthcare, Surgery, Medical Education and Surgical Research |
| Experience | N/A |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Headquarters | Madinaguda, Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| City | Hyderabad |
| Website | [N/A Official Website] |
| varnaraju1@gmail.com | |
| Mobile | +91 9866159160 |
| Awards | Times of India Best Surgeon Award; Meditech Award from Osmania University, Telangana; ASI National Presidential Award; ASI Telangana State Chapter Chairman's Appreciation Award; National Connect Best Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon Award; National Excellence Council Telangana Awards 2026 – Best Robotic Surgery Award |
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Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri is an Indian advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeon, surgical educator, professor of surgery, textbook author, medical illustrator and researcher based in Hyderabad, Telangana. He is the founder of TVR Laparoscopy Center, a dedicated center for laparoscopic surgery training located in Madinaguda, Hyderabad.
His professional work spans advanced laparoscopic surgery, robotic surgery, hernia surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction, surgical education, postgraduate training, medical illustration and surgical research. He has also been involved in the academic training of postgraduate surgeons and engineering students in biomedical engineering-related education.
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has authored multiple books related to surgery and laparoscopic and hernia procedures and has contributed illustrations and chapters to international and national surgical publications. His forthcoming reference work, Textbook of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, is planned for publication by Springer in the United States in December 2026.
Beyond surgery and medical education, he is also a practitioner of Indian Carnatic classical music and has developed the musical research project Melakartha 72 Ambiences, which has been distributed through digital platforms and his YouTube channel, DR TVR CHANNEL.
Early Life and Family Background
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri was born in the small town of Miryalaguda in the Nalgonda district of Telangana.
He grew up as the eighth son in a teachers' family. His early environment was shaped by education, discipline and academic values, which later became significant influences on his professional life as a surgeon and teacher.
His journey from a small-town background to a career spanning advanced surgery, postgraduate medical education, scientific publishing, medical illustration and music reflects a multidisciplinary professional trajectory.
He is married and has two children. He lives and works in Hyderabad, Telangana.
Medical Education
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri belongs to the 1988 batch of Kurnool Medical College, where he completed his MBBS.
Following his undergraduate medical education, he entered postgraduate surgical training through the National Board of Examinations (NBE), New Delhi.
During his postgraduate years, he trained under professors and mentors associated with FRCS-level surgical education. His training emphasized surgical discipline, punctuality, academic performance and practical clinical exposure.
His postgraduate education established the foundation for his subsequent specialization in laparoscopic surgery, hernia surgery and advanced surgical procedures.
Advanced Surgical Fellowships
Following postgraduate surgical training, Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri completed advanced fellowship-level qualifications and training in laparoscopic and gastrointestinal surgery.
His professional qualifications and fellowship associations include:
- FIAGES – Fellow of the Indian Association of Gastro-Intestinal Endo-Surgeons
- FMAS – Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery
- FALS – Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Advanced laparoscopic training in HPB surgery
- Advanced training and specialization in Hernia Surgery
These qualifications have contributed to his professional specialization in minimally invasive and advanced laparoscopic surgical procedures.
Surgical Career
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has worked extensively in the field of General Surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery.
His career has included clinical surgical practice, postgraduate medical education, surgical examination, academic teaching, scientific research and advanced surgical training.
His areas of professional specialization include:
- Advanced laparoscopic surgery
- Robotic surgery
- Hernia surgery
- Abdominal wall reconstruction
- Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery
- General surgery
- Minimal access surgery
- Surgical education
- Surgical research
His clinical and academic career has developed alongside his involvement in surgical teaching and professional associations.
Professor of Surgery and Postgraduate Education
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has served as a professor of surgery through the National Board of Examinations at different institutions involved in postgraduate DNB studies in Hyderabad, Telangana.
His academic responsibilities have included teaching postgraduate surgical students and contributing to the development of surgical knowledge and clinical skills.
He has also served as an internal and external examiner for postgraduate General Surgery examinations.
Through these roles, he has been involved in postgraduate surgical education, assessment and professional development.
TVR Laparoscopy Center
TVR Laparoscopy Center was established in 2020 as a surgery clinic and subsequently developed into a dedicated center for laparoscopic surgery training.
The center is located at:
TVR Laparoscopy Center 302, Kalki Chambers Madinaguda Hyderabad, Telangana, India
The center has developed a specialized focus on hands-on laparoscopic surgical training.
Its training activities include a nationally endorsed IMA (AMS) four-month fellowship training course.
Laparoscopic Surgery Training Program
The TVR Laparoscopy Center provides structured hands-on training for surgeons interested in advanced laparoscopic surgery.
The four-month fellowship training program provides practical exposure and surgical training designed to support surgeons in developing laparoscopic surgical skills.
Hundreds of surgeons have undergone the hands-on training program at the center and have subsequently continued their surgical careers in different states of India.
The training model emphasizes practical exposure, surgical techniques and application of laparoscopic principles in clinical practice.
Surgical Education and Training Philosophy
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri's professional work combines surgical practice with education.
His approach to surgical training emphasizes:
- Hands-on surgical learning
- Practical laparoscopic skills
- Postgraduate surgical education
- Structured training
- Clinical decision-making
- Surgical anatomy
- Operative technique
- Academic learning
- Continuous professional development
The establishment of a dedicated laparoscopic surgery training center represents an extension of his academic career into specialized practical surgical education.
Hernia Surgery and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction are among the major areas of Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri's professional and academic interests.
His forthcoming reference textbook, Textbook of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, is designed as an extensive reference work of approximately 2,000 pages.
The book is planned for publication by Springer in the United States, with a planned release in December 2026.
The work focuses on hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction and is intended as a comprehensive reference resource for surgeons and surgical learners.
Surgical Textbook Author
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri is the author of several books related to surgery and medical education.
His published books include:
- Timeline History of Laparoscopy and Hernia Surgery
- SCOPY
- Think Again
These books cover different aspects of surgical knowledge, history, learning and professional development.
His upcoming work:
- Textbook of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
is planned as a major reference book of approximately 2,000 pages.
The book is planned to be published by Springer in December 2026.
Medical Illustration
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri is also known for his work as a medical and surgical illustrator.
He has worked as a chief illustrator for chapters in international surgery books and has contributed visual representations of surgical anatomy and procedures.
Medical illustration plays an important role in surgical education because complex anatomical relationships and operative procedures can often be communicated more effectively through detailed visual representation.
His work as an illustrationist complements his surgical and academic career by combining clinical knowledge with medical visualization.
Scientific Publications and Research
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has published scientific work across surgical forums at national and international levels.
His research interests include advanced laparoscopic surgery, hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction.
He has published original surgical studies in indexed national and international journals.
His scientific contributions include:
- Original surgical research
- Laparoscopic surgery studies
- Hernia and abdominal wall research
- Contributions to surgical forums
- International surgical publications
- National surgical publications
- Chapters in surgery textbooks
His research and publications form part of his broader involvement in surgical academic development.
Contributions to Surgery Books
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has contributed chapters to surgery books published through national surgical publishing platforms, including publications associated with the National Annals of Surgery.
His contributions to surgical books combine clinical knowledge, academic experience and medical illustration.
His involvement in medical publishing extends from authorship to chapter writing and surgical illustration.
Biomedical Engineering and Academic Teaching
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has also been associated with biomedical engineering education.
He has taught General Surgery to engineering students since 2003.
His experience in surgical education led to his association as a PhD board member of the Biomedical Engineering College, Osmania University, Telangana.
His involvement demonstrates an interdisciplinary connection between clinical surgery and biomedical engineering education.
The interaction between surgery and biomedical engineering includes areas such as medical devices, surgical technologies, anatomical visualization and healthcare innovation.
Hernia Society of India
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri is an executive committee member of the Hernia Society of India (HSI).
Through his involvement with the organization, he has contributed to professional activities related to hernia surgery and surgical education.
His association with the society forms part of his wider professional engagement in the field of hernia and abdominal wall surgery.
Professional Associations and Surgical Community
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has been involved with professional surgical organizations and academic forums throughout his career.
His professional activities include:
- Postgraduate surgical teaching
- DNB surgical education
- Surgical examinations
- Hernia surgery education
- Laparoscopic surgery training
- Scientific presentations
- Research publications
- Medical illustration
- Surgical textbook authorship
- Professional association activities
These activities have positioned him at the intersection of surgical practice, education and academic publishing.
Carnatic Classical Music
Outside medicine, Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri is an Indian Carnatic classical musician.
His interest in Carnatic classical music represents a separate dimension of his professional and creative life.
His musical work includes a research-based digital project titled Melakartha 72 Ambiences.
Melakartha 72 Ambiences
Melakartha 72 Ambiences is a musical research project associated with Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri.
The project explores the 72 Melakarta ragas of Carnatic classical music through an ambience-based digital presentation.
The project has been made available through digital media and through his YouTube channel, DR TVR CHANNEL.
The project represents an intersection of Indian classical music, digital presentation and musical research.
DR TVR CHANNEL
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri operates the YouTube channel DR TVR CHANNEL.
The channel contains content associated with his musical and creative activities, including the Melakartha 72 Ambiences project.
The channel has recorded approximately 1 crore 18 lakh views and has approximately 28.5K subscribers.
The channel provides a digital platform through which his Carnatic classical music work and related musical research can reach a wider audience.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has received multiple awards and professional recognitions.
His listed recognitions include:
| Year / Organization | Award / Recognition |
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| Times of India | Best Surgeon Award |
| Osmania University, Telangana | Meditech Award |
| Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) | National Presidential Award |
| ASI Telangana State Chapter | Chairman's Appreciation Award |
| National Connect | Best Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon Award |
| National Excellence Council – Telangana Awards | 2026 Best Robotic Surgery Award |
He has also received other professional recognitions in the surgical and medical education fields.
Professional Philosophy
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri's professional career combines three major areas of medical practice:
- Surgical practice
- Surgical education
- Surgical research and publishing
His work in advanced laparoscopic surgery has been accompanied by a long-standing commitment to teaching and professional development.
The creation of TVR Laparoscopy Center extends this philosophy by providing hands-on training for surgeons seeking to strengthen their laparoscopic surgical capabilities.
Multidisciplinary Career
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri's career extends beyond conventional clinical practice.
His professional activities include:
| Field | Role / Contribution |
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| Surgery | Advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeon |
| Hernia Surgery | Hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction |
| Medical Education | Professor and postgraduate surgical educator |
| Surgical Training | Founder of TVR Laparoscopy Center |
| Examination | Internal and external postgraduate surgical examiner |
| Research | Scientific papers and original surgical studies |
| Medical Publishing | Textbook author and chapter contributor |
| Medical Illustration | Surgical illustrationist and chief illustrationist |
| Biomedical Engineering | Teaching General Surgery to engineering students and PhD board association |
| Music | Indian Carnatic classical musician |
| Digital Media | Creator of Melakartha 72 Ambiences and DR TVR CHANNEL |
Career Timeline
| Period | Career Development |
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| 1988 | MBBS batch at Kurnool Medical College |
| Post-MBBS | DNB postgraduate surgical training through the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi |
| Postgraduate period | Surgical training under FRCS professors and mentors |
| Postgraduate career | Advanced fellowship training including FIAGES, FMAS and FALS |
| 2003 onward | Teaching General Surgery to engineering students |
| Academic career | Professor of Surgery through NBE-associated DNB postgraduate institutions |
| Academic career | Internal and external examiner for postgraduate General Surgery |
| 2020 | Establishment of TVR Laparoscopy Center as a surgery clinic |
| Subsequent years | Development of TVR Laparoscopy Center into a dedicated laparoscopic surgery training center |
| 2026 | National Excellence Council – Telangana Awards Best Robotic Surgery Award |
| December 2026 | Planned publication of Textbook of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction by Springer |
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri's principal areas of expertise include:
- Advanced laparoscopic surgery
- Robotic surgery
- General surgery
- Hernia surgery
- Abdominal wall reconstruction
- Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery
- Minimal access surgery
- Surgical training
- Postgraduate surgical education
- Surgical research
- Medical illustration
- Surgical textbook authorship
- Carnatic classical music
TVR Laparoscopy Center – Profile
| Field | Information |
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| Name | TVR Laparoscopy Center |
| Established | 2020 |
| Founder | Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri |
| Location | Madinaguda, Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Primary Focus | Laparoscopic Surgery and Surgical Training |
| Training | Four-month IMA (AMS) fellowship training course |
| Training Type | Hands-on laparoscopic surgery training |
| Address | 302, Kalki Chambers, Madinaguda, Hyderabad, Telangana |
Contact
TVR Laparoscopy Center 302, Kalki Chambers Madinaguda Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Phone: +91 9866159160
Email: varnaraju1@gmail.com
YouTube: DR TVR CHANNEL
Publications
Books
- Timeline History of Laparoscopy and Hernia Surgery
- SCOPY
- Think Again
- Textbook of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction — planned publication by Springer, December 2026
Research and Academic Publications
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri has published scientific papers and original surgical studies in national and international forums and indexed journals.
His academic publishing activities include research related to surgery, laparoscopic procedures, hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction.
He has also contributed chapters to surgery books and has worked as an illustrator for international surgical textbooks.
Legacy and Continuing Work
Dr. Varun Raju Thirumalagiri continues to work across clinical surgery, surgical education, research, medical publishing and professional training.
The TVR Laparoscopy Center represents an important component of his educational work, providing practical laparoscopic training to surgeons from different parts of India.
His authorship and publishing activities extend his contribution beyond the operating room, while his work in medical illustration supports visual learning in surgery.
His parallel involvement in Carnatic classical music and the Melakartha 72 Ambiences project adds a creative and cultural dimension to his professional journey.
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See also
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Robotic surgery
- General surgery
- Hernia
- Abdominal wall reconstruction
- Minimal access surgery
- Medical education
- Biomedical engineering
- Carnatic music
Categories
- Indian Surgeons
- Laparoscopic Surgeons
- Robotic Surgeons
- General Surgeons
- Hernia Surgeons
- Surgeons from Telangana
- Doctors from Hyderabad
- Medical Educators
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- Medical Authors
- Medical Illustrators
- Medical Researchers
- Indian Authors
- Carnatic Musicians
- Indian Classical Musicians
- Healthcare Professionals
- Medical Education
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
- Hernia Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Biomedical Engineering