
Paediatric surgery
Dr. Mahendra S D operates only on children, from newborns to teenagers. Many of the common operations, such as hernia or hydrocele repair, are done as day care.
Anaesthesia is given by anaesthetists used to working with children, and the PICU and NICU are in the same building if extra care is needed.
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Dr. Mahendra S D, Paediatric Surgeon
Altrus HealthCare, Dehradun, has a paediatric surgeon for hernia, hydrocele, undescended testis, phimosis, appendicitis, tongue tie and newborn surgical problems. Many procedures are day care or keyhole, with PICU and NICU support on site.
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Call 0135-310-1600Yes, when it is given by trained anaesthetists with proper monitoring. Your anaesthetist will explain the plan before surgery.
Usually between 6 and 18 months of age. Bring your child in for an examination.
Yes. A hernia does not close by itself and is usually repaired soon after it is found.
Usually within a few days after a small operation. The surgeon will tell you what to avoid.
Dr. Mahendra S D is the paediatric surgeon at Altrus HealthCare on New Road, near MKP Chowk.
Many children go home the same day. Your surgeon will confirm this before the operation.
The cost depends on the operation, the anaesthesia and whether your child stays overnight. Ask for a written estimate at the consultation.
Altrus is CGHS empanelled and works with most insurers and TPAs on a cashless basis. Bring your card and ID when you register, and the desk will confirm your cover.
Bring any scans or reports. If you are not sure surgery is needed, the consultation is the place to find out.
Altrus HealthCare, 19 New Road, near MKP Chowk, Dehradun. Directions
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Altrus HealthCare is at 19 New Road, near MKP Chowk (Race Course area), in central Dehradun. Ask for us at MKP Chowk if you are coming by auto or taxi.
OPD: Monday to Saturday. Emergency, NICU, PICU and ICU: open 24 hours.
Phone: 0135-310-1600 · Emergency: +91 92582 35140
The children's emergency and PICU are open 24 hours.
Related: Paediatric Medicine, Neonatology & NICU, Anaesthesiology.
General information only. Please speak to a doctor about your own situation. Page updated October 2026.