Dr. Antony Robert Charles is the Director & Chief Consultant at KinderSurge, Bengaluru, and a highly respected pediatric surgeon and pediatric urologist with over 25 years of experience. He specialises in pediatric laparoscopy, urological reconstructive surgeries, and neonatal surgical emergencies, delivering advanced, child-focused surgical care.
Internationally trained and deeply committed to ethical medical practice, Dr. Robert is known for combining clinical excellence with compassion. Beyond surgery, he is a TEDx speaker, medical ethicist, and the founder of the ChildFirst Foundation, working to ensure humane, ethical, and world-class healthcare for children.
Dr. Antony Robert Charles – Experienced Best Pediatric Surgeon in Bangalore providing expert surgical care for newborns, children, and adolescents with a compassionate, child-focused approach.
Hearing that your newborn needs surgery is one of the most frightening moments a parent can face. You have questions. You need answers — fast. Dr Antony Robert Charles, a trusted senior pediatric and neonatal surgeon in Bangalore, provides expert, compassionate surgical care for babies born with congenital anomalies and structural birth defects. From esophageal atresia to Hirschsprung disease, his team is equipped and ready — day or night.
Congenital anomaly surgery in Bangalore corrects structural birth defects in newborns and infants — including esophageal atresia, intestinal atresia, tracheoesophageal fistula, anorectal malformations, and Hirschsprung disease. Dr Antony Robert Charles is a specialist pediatric surgeon in Bangalore offering advanced neonatal surgical care with high success rates.
A congenital anomaly — also called a birth defect or congenital malformation — is a structural problem that develops in a baby’s organs or body parts while still in the womb. Some are diagnosed on antenatal ultrasound before birth. Others become apparent in the first hours or days of life.
These conditions are not caused by anything you did or didn’t do as a parent. Most birth defects occur due to complex genetic, environmental, or developmental factors during fetal development.
Common surgically correctable congenital anomalies include:
EMERGENCY WARNING SIGNS — Take your baby to the nearest hospital NOW if you notice:
These are potentially life-threatening conditions requiring immediate neonatal surgical evaluation. Do not wait. Call Dr Antony Robert Charles’s emergency line or proceed to the nearest pediatric surgical facility in Bangalore.
Most congenital anomalies arise from a combination of genetic and environmental factors during the first trimester — when organ systems are forming. In the majority of cases, parents have done nothing wrong.
Known contributing factors include:
Knowing the cause matters for family counseling and future pregnancies, but it does not change the love and care your baby receives today.
Recovery timelines vary by condition and complexity, but here is what most families can expect:
Condition | ICU/Hospital Stay | Full Recovery |
EA/TEF repair | 2–4 weeks | 3–6 months (feeding milestones) |
Intestinal atresia | 2–3 weeks | 4–8 weeks post-discharge |
Anorectal malformation (low) | 3–5 days | Weeks (with dilatation program) |
Hirschsprung pull-through | 1–2 weeks | Months (bowel retraining) |
CDH repair | 4–8 weeks | Months to years (lung development) |
Malrotation/Ladd’s | 5–10 days | 2–4 weeks |
During recovery, your baby will receive:
You will never feel alone in this journey. Dr Antony’s team believes in keeping parents informed, involved, and supported at every step.
Congenital anomaly surgery corrects structural birth defects present at birth — such as esophageal atresia, intestinal atresia, anorectal malformation, and Hirschsprung disease — allowing the baby's organs to function normally. These surgeries are typically performed by a specialist pediatric and neonatal surgeon within hours to days of birth.
Families across Bangalore — including areas like Whitefield, Koramangala, Marathahalli, Hebbal, and Sarjapur Road — trust Dr Antony Robert Charles for neonatal and congenital anomaly surgery. He offers advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, dedicated NICU support, and extensive experience with complex neonatal conditions.
Yes. With timely diagnosis and expert surgical repair, survival rates for esophageal atresia exceed 90% in otherwise healthy newborns in experienced centers. Early detection — often on antenatal ultrasound — and prompt referral to a specialist pediatric surgeon are the most important factors in a good outcome.
Signs of intestinal atresia include failure to pass meconium (first stool) within 24–48 hours, a swollen or distended abdomen, green (bilious) vomiting, and feeding difficulties. These require immediate pediatric surgical evaluation — do not wait for a routine appointment.
Hirschsprung disease surgery (pull-through procedure) is typically performed within the first few weeks to months of life, depending on the severity. If the baby presents with Hirschsprung-associated enterocolitis (HAEC) — a serious infection — emergency intervention with bowel decompression or a protective colostomy may be needed first.
Anorectal malformation (imperforate anus) is rarely detected on routine prenatal ultrasound. It is most often identified during the routine physical examination performed immediately after birth. The absence of a normal anal opening is the key finding. Associated anomalies (spinal, renal, cardiac) are screened for systematically after diagnosis.
Recovery depends on the specific condition. Most babies with intestinal atresia or anorectal malformation are ready for discharge within 2–4 weeks. Conditions like esophageal atresia or congenital diaphragmatic hernia may require a longer NICU stay of 4–8 weeks or more. Dr Antony Robert Charles provides detailed, individualized recovery guidance to each family.
Yes. Dr Antony Robert Charles provides neonatal and congenital anomaly surgical services accessible to families across Bangalore — including Whitefield, Marathahalli, Koramangala, Hebbal, and Sarjapur Road. His clinic and operating facilities are centrally located with emergency access available 24/7.
The cost of congenital anomaly surgery in Bangalore varies depending on the type of defect, complexity of repair, duration of NICU stay, and associated care required. Dr Antony Robert Charles's team provides transparent cost estimates after initial assessment and assists families with insurance and financial planning guidance.
Yes — the majority of babies who receive timely, expert surgical correction of congenital anomalies go on to live healthy, normal lives. Long-term outcomes depend on the specific condition, timely intervention, and quality of follow-up care. Many conditions — including intestinal atresia, anorectal malformation, and Hirschsprung disease — have excellent long-term quality-of-life outcomes with expert management.
Dr Antony Robert Charles is a highly experienced pediatric and neonatal surgeon with dedicated training and extensive operative experience in congenital anomaly surgery. He has performed hundreds of neonatal surgical procedures across the full spectrum of birth defects.
Where appropriate, Dr Antony utilizes laparoscopic (keyhole) and thoracoscopic approaches — resulting in smaller scars, less pain, faster recovery, and reduced risk of wound complications for your baby.
He works closely with a dedicated team of neonatologists, pediatric anesthesiologists, radiologists, cardiologists, and specialized NICU nurses — ensuring your baby receives comprehensive, coordinated care from diagnosis to discharge.
Dr Antony Robert Charles believes parents deserve honest, plain-language explanations at every step. He makes time to explain diagnoses, surgical plans, expected outcomes, and recovery — answering every question without rush.
With facilities accessible to families from Whitefield, Marathahalli, Koramangala, Hebbal, and Sarjapur Road, Dr Antony is available for emergency consultations and urgent surgical intervention when your baby needs it most.
Families across Karnataka and beyond have trusted Dr Antony Robert Charles with their most precious moments — bringing their newborns through complex surgeries and into healthy, thriving childhoods.
