Kidney Stone Treatment
We offer complete care for kidney and ureter stones in Gopalganj: tests, medicines for small stones, and keyhole or no-cut procedures such as PCNL and URSL for large or stuck stones.
Laparoscopic Surgeon near Deoria: Keyhole and Kidney Stone Surgery in Gopalganj
Deoria district shares its eastern border with Gopalganj and Siwan in Bihar, and families looking for a laparoscopic surgeon near Deoria can consult Dr. Rajnish Kumar Thakur, our founder and chief surgeon, at Dr. R.K. Thakur Hospital in Gopalganj. Our hospital is in Gopalganj, Bihar, across the state border from Deoria. Dr. Thakur is a Senior Consultant in laparoscopic, laser, urology and general surgery. Besides keyhole surgery for gallbladder stones, appendix and hernia, he treats kidney and ureter stones with PCNL (keyhole removal of large kidney stones), URSL (breaking a ureter stone with laser through a thin scope) and DJ stenting, and treats an enlarged prostate with TURP. So you can discuss a kidney stone operation near Deoria with him, without travelling far from home. Local news has also reported complex cases handled at our hospital, such as the removal of an abdominal tumour of about 10 kg in 2022. One important note for UP families: under PM-JAY portability your card can be used in another state with approval from Uttar Pradesh, but kidney stone and prostate (urology) packages were not part of our Ayushman empanelment as of mid-2025. Below, we set out the rail and road routes, planning, Ayushman, follow-up and the facts about our surgeon. Please send your reports on WhatsApp to +91 72739 94786.
Rail and road from Deoria to Gopalganj
By rail: Deoria Sadar station is on the main line that runs from Gorakhpur through Deoria to Siwan. Siwan Junction is a major junction on this line; from there a branch line runs to Thawe Junction in Gopalganj district, and NH 531 runs by road from Siwan to Gopalganj. Please check train timings on 139 or the NTES app before you plan, because schedules change.
By road: Deoria is a neighbouring district of Gopalganj. One road option is NH 727A, which runs from Gorakhpur through Deoria and Salempur into Bihar up to Mairwa in Siwan district; from Siwan, NH 531 continues to Gopalganj. Depending on where in Deoria you live, another road may be shorter, so please check a map app on the day.
Our hospital: Kamla Rai College Road, beside Hotel Ralson, Arar, Gopalganj, Bihar 841428.
Kidney stone operation near Deoria: PCNL, URSL and DJ stent
Not every kidney stone needs an operation. Small stones often pass with water, medicines and time, while larger stones, stones blocking the flow of urine or stones causing infection may need to be removed. Dr. Thakur decides after an ultrasound or CT scan and urine and blood tests.
- PCNL: keyhole removal of larger kidney stones through a small cut in the back. Read about PCNL.
- URSL: a thin scope is passed through the urine passage to break a ureter stone with laser, often followed by a DJ stent, a soft tube left inside for some weeks and removed later. Read about URSL and DJ stenting.
See also the kidney stone diet and size guide. Remember that urology packages were not part of our Ayushman empanelment as of mid-2025, so please ask our help desk before planning.
Planning the trip from Deoria: OPD days, tests and papers
Dr. Thakur's OPD runs Monday to Friday, 10 am to 7 pm, and our emergency is open 24 hours. Kidney stone pain that is severe and comes with fever and chills, or with very little urine, needs urgent care at the nearest hospital, because a blocked, infected kidney can become serious quickly. For a planned visit, please send the ultrasound or CT report on WhatsApp first; our team will tell you whether any test should be repeated.
- CT scan or ultrasound reports, and the films or CD if you have them
- Urine and blood test reports, including kidney function (creatinine) if done
- Aadhaar card, Ayushman card if any, and the phone linked to the Aadhaar
- A list of current medicines, especially blood thinners and diabetes medicines
- One adult attendant, and a few extra days of the patient's regular medicines
Ayushman card for Deoria patients treated in Bihar
PM-JAY is a national scheme. The National Health Authority's portability guidelines make every PM-JAY beneficiary eligible, by default, for treatment at empanelled hospitals in any state. For a Deoria family, the practical points are:
- Uttar Pradesh remains your home state; before a planned operation we send a pre-authorisation request, and UP must approve it.
- The patient's ID proof, usually Aadhaar, is checked at our help desk, and a family ID such as a ration card may be asked for.
- Covered at our hospital: general and laparoscopic surgery packages, such as gallbladder stone, hernia, hydrocele and appendix operations.
- Probably not covered at our hospital: as of mid-2025, urology packages (such as kidney stone and prostate surgery) and gynaecology packages were not part of our empanelment.
- Unsure about eligibility? Check on beneficiary.nha.gov.in or call 14555 before you travel.
After surgery: the DJ stent removal date and follow-up from Deoria
If a DJ stent is placed after kidney or ureter stone surgery, it must be removed after the period the doctor advises. A stent forgotten inside the body can cause infection and stone deposits on the stent, so please note the removal date and plan the trip from Deoria in advance. For other operations, the review date is written in your discharge summary.
- Send us reports and questions on WhatsApp to +91 72739 94786 before deciding to travel.
- Drink the amount of water the doctor advises, unless you have been told to limit fluids.
- Some blood in the urine and a frequent urge to pass urine are common while a stent is in place; tell our team if the bleeding is heavy or there is fever.
- After laparoscopic surgery, simple dressings can be done near home if our surgeon agrees.
- Keep the discharge summary safe and show it to any local doctor you see.
Why families seeking a laparoscopic surgeon near Deoria trust Dr. Rajnish Kumar Thakur
Here is what Dr. Thakur and our team bring to your care. You can also read our patient reviews and his full profile.
- Keyhole abdominal surgery and urology procedures such as PCNL, URSL, TURP and cystoscopy are done by the same surgeon, so one consultation can cover overlapping problems, like stones in both the gallbladder and the kidney.
- An anaesthesia specialist, Dr. Neeraj Chaturvedi (MBBS, DA), is part of our team, and Dr. Thakur himself holds a Diploma in Anaesthesia from PMCH Patna in addition to his MS.
- Complex cases have been reported in local news, such as the removal of an abdominal tumour of about 10 kg from a young woman in November 2022.
- More than 16 years of experience, over 10,000 surgeries and more than 2 lakh patients treated.
- Our hospital has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 84 reviews (as of 29 September 2026).
Common treatments at the hospital
Patients from nearby districts
Frequently asked questions
Is the laparoscopic surgeon near Deoria in UP or in Bihar?
In Bihar. Dr. Rajnish Kumar Thakur, our founder and chief surgeon, works at Dr. R.K. Thakur Hospital, Kamla Rai College Road, beside Hotel Ralson, Arar, Gopalganj, Bihar 841428. Gopalganj is a neighbouring district of Deoria across the state border, and families from Deoria travel to us there. You can send your reports on WhatsApp to +91 72739 94786 before deciding to travel.
Who is the best laparoscopic surgeon in Deoria?
We do not rank doctors or comment on surgeons in Deoria. For any surgeon, we encourage you to check degrees, training, experience and reviews. For Dr. Rajnish Kumar Thakur, our founder and chief surgeon in Gopalganj, the facts are: MBBS from JLNMC Bhagalpur, MS in General Surgery from NMCH Patna, senior residency at IGIMS Patna and Lady Hardinge Medical College, and more than 16 years of experience.
Can I get a kidney stone operation near Deoria under the Ayushman card?
Probably not at our hospital. As of mid-2025, urology packages, which include kidney stone surgery, were not part of our Ayushman empanelment. Empanelment can change, so please ask our help desk. We do perform the operation itself (PCNL, URSL or DJ stenting), and we explain the cost in writing after the consultation, depending on stone size, method, stay and tests.
Which train should we take from Deoria?
Deoria Sadar is on the main line between Gorakhpur and Siwan. From Siwan Junction, you can continue by the branch line to Thawe Junction in Gopalganj district, or by road on NH 531 to Gopalganj. We do not list train numbers because timetables change; please check 139 or the NTES app for current trains.
How long does a DJ stent stay after a kidney stone operation?
It varies. A DJ stent is usually kept for some weeks, and the exact period depends on the stone, the operation and healing. Our doctor writes the removal date on your discharge papers. Do not miss it: a stent left in too long can cause infection and deposits. Please plan the return trip from Deoria in advance.
What does the laparoscopic surgeon near Deoria treat besides stones?
Dr. Thakur treats gallbladder stones, appendix, hernia, hydrocele, piles, fissure and fistula (including laser treatment), lumps, and prostate enlargement with TURP. He also performs diagnostic laparoscopy, ovarian cyst surgery and hysterectomy. Whether keyhole or open surgery suits you is decided after examination and tests.
Is an Ayushman card from Deoria accepted for gallbladder or hernia surgery?
Gallbladder stone and hernia operations are in the general and laparoscopic surgery packages for which we are empanelled. Under PM-JAY portability, UP beneficiaries can be treated in Bihar, but every planned case needs pre-authorisation approved by Uttar Pradesh. Please bring the card, Aadhaar and an Aadhaar-linked phone, and meet our help desk after the OPD consultation.
What if kidney stone pain starts suddenly at night?
Our emergency is open 24 hours. Severe pain with fever and chills, vomiting, or very little urine can mean a blocked, infected kidney, which needs urgent treatment. If the journey to Gopalganj would take long, go to the nearest hospital in Deoria first. Once the patient is stable, please send us the reports on WhatsApp to +91 72739 94786.
Dr. Rajnish Kumar Thakur
Founder and Chief Surgeon: Laparoscopic, Laser, Urology and General Surgeon
MBBS, DA, MS (General Surgery)
View detailsWhat patients say on Google
Real reviews from patients and families, as posted on our Google Business Profile.
4.4
based on 84 Google reviews (as of 1 Oct 2026)
- zaheer udddinJun 2024
I Recently Visited this Clinic in Gopalganj, Earlier I was a bit Hesitant, But Once I met the Doctor, I was so Sure & Confident that I am in Good Hands, Very Well Experienced Doctor Well Behaved Staffs Nice Arrangements & Most Important, Very Easy Procedure. Would Always be Thankful to Mr. RK Thakur & His Team.
- arav singhaniaNov 2025
My relative hernia surgery at Dr RK Thakur Hospital Went Very Well, Skilled Doctors, Caring Staff and Smooth recovery, Highly Satisfied.
- Jamal EnterprisesJun 2026
डाक्टर साहब बहुत अच्छे है उनका बात करने का अंदाज बहुत ही निराला है स्टाफ के बारे में कुछ नहीं कहा जा सकता बाकी हॉस्पिटल अच्छा है
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Doctor sahib is very good, and the way he talks to patients is truly special. I cannot say much about the staff, but otherwise the hospital is good.
