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.
If you have noticed a lump or swelling in your baby’s groin, scrotum, or lower abdomen, it may be an inguinal hernia — one of the most common conditions in infants and young children. While the sight of a swelling in your child can be frightening, the good news is that pediatric hernia surgery is safe, effective, and performed routinely by expert pediatric surgeons in Bangalore. Dr Antony Robert Charles, a trusted and experienced pediatric surgeon, provides advanced hernia repair for babies and children across Bangalore, including Whitefield, Marathahalli, Koramangala, Hebbal, and Sarjapur Road.
Quick Answer for Parents: A groin swelling in a baby is most often an inguinal hernia. It requires surgical repair. With the right pediatric surgeon, this is a short, safe procedure with an excellent outcome.
A hernia in a child occurs when an internal organ — usually a small loop of the intestine — pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles. In babies and young children, this most commonly appears as:
Unlike hernias in adults, pediatric hernias almost never heal on their own. They require surgical correction. Waiting too long — or ignoring the signs — can lead to a dangerous condition called a strangulated hernia, where the blood supply to the trapped intestine is cut off. This is a medical emergency.
The earlier the diagnosis, the safer and simpler the treatment.
| Type | Location | Common In |
| Inguinal Hernia | Groin area | Boys and girls — most common type |
| Umbilical Hernia | Around the navel | Newborns — often resolves by age 4 |
| Hydrocele | Scrotum (fluid, not intestine) | Baby boys — usually resolves on its own |
| Femoral Hernia | Upper thigh / groin | Rare, more common in girls |
| Epigastric Hernia | Between navel and chest | Young children |
| Time Period | What to Expect |
| First few hours | Child wakes up from anesthesia, may be groggy or cry briefly |
| Same day | Most children are discharged home within 4–6 hours |
| Day 1–2 | Mild soreness at the incision site; oral pain relief is usually sufficient |
| Day 3–5 | Most children are back to normal activity — eating, playing, walking |
| Week 1–2 | Wound check; the area heals well with dissolving sutures |
| 2–4 weeks | Full recovery; return to normal physical activity |
After surgery, contact Dr Antony Robert Charles’s team or go to the nearest hospital immediately if you notice:
You have already taken an important step by learning about your child’s condition. The next step is getting the right medical assessment — quickly, and from someone you can trust.
Emergency Contact — For urgent urological concerns
Dr Antony Robert Charles provides expert pediatric hernia surgery consultations and treatment for families across Bangalore. Whether you live in Whitefield, Marathahalli, Koramangala, Hebbal, Sarjapur Road, or any other part of the city, specialized pediatric surgical care is accessible to you.
Whitefield is a rapidly growing residential and tech hub with a young family population. Pediatric hernia cases are commonly seen in infants born at hospitals in and around Whitefield. Dr Antony Robert Charles is easily reachable from Whitefield and offers appointments that fit your schedule.
Families in Marathahalli looking for a trusted pediatric hernia surgeon in Bangalore will find expert care with Dr Antony Robert Charles. With a short commute from Marathahalli to the clinic, you don’t need to travel far for world-class pediatric surgical care.
Koramangala families with young children who notice groin swelling or a lump near the belly button can consult Dr Antony Robert Charles for a prompt, professional assessment. Same-day and urgent consultations are available for worried parents.
Hebbal, Yelahanka, and the northern corridors of Bangalore have seen rapid residential growth. Families in North Bangalore can access expert pediatric hernia surgery without having to travel across the city.
Sarjapur Road and its surrounding localities including Bellandur, Carmelram, and Varthur have large expat and young family communities. Dr Antony Robert Charles provides consultations that are accessible and convenient for families in this rapidly growing part of Bangalore.
Dr. Antony Robert Charles is among the most experienced and highly regarded pediatric urologists in Bangalore. He specializes in managing conditions like recurrent UTIs, VUR, hydronephrosis, hypospadias, and undescended testes in children.
Yes, recurrent UTIs in children require evaluation. Repeated infections may indicate underlying urinary tract abnormalities such as vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) or structural issues that need timely treatment.
Common signs of UTI in children include:
Treatment depends on the cause and may include urine tests, ultrasound, medications, bladder management, or corrective procedures to prevent future infections and protect kidney health.
The ideal age for hypospadias surgery is generally between 6 and 18 months, as healing is excellent and long-term outcomes are better when treated early.
Yes, undescended testes should be evaluated by a pediatric urologist. Early treatment helps protect fertility and reduces future health risks.
Hydronephrosis detected during pregnancy is common and often resolves naturally. However, some children require monitoring and treatment after birth for proper kidney function.
A pediatric urologist has specialized training in treating urinary and genital conditions specifically in children, including newborns and teenagers.
Yes, patients from Whitefield, Marathahalli, Koramangala, Hebbal, Sarjapur Road, and across Bangalore consult Dr. Antony Robert Charles for pediatric urology care.
Yes, persistent bedwetting can be treated with bladder training, lifestyle changes, behavioral therapy, and medication when necessary.
