Kidney-preserving first
Whenever feasible, partial nephrectomy is used in preference to removing the whole kidney, reducing long-term risk of renal failure.
Sydney's kidney specialist
Specialist kidney care with Dr Raji Kooner
Kidney cancer, kidney stones and minimally invasive reconstructive kidney surgery - delivered with the depth of experience patients expect from a senior Sydney urologist.
3,000+
Robotic procedures performed
3
Sydney consulting locations
Pioneer
Laparoscopic kidney surgery in AU
Comprehensive care for the kidney
From small, incidentally detected kidney tumours through to complex stones and UPJ obstruction, Dr Kooner offers the full spectrum of modern kidney surgery - including robotic, laparoscopic and endoscopic approaches.
Kidney Cancer
Diagnosis and treatment of renal tumours, including partial nephrectomy and robotic-assisted surgery to preserve kidney function.
Learn moreKidney Stones
Ureteroscopy, Holmium laser, lithotripsy and percutaneous (PCNL) removal - with a focus on complete stone clearance.
Learn moreRobotic Pyeloplasty
Minimally invasive reconstructive surgery for UPJ obstruction, restoring drainage from the kidney with excellent long-term outcomes.
Learn moreUreteric Stents
Insertion, management and removal of ureteric stents - commonly used after stone treatment or to relieve obstruction.
Learn moreFlexible Cystoscopy
Gentle, office-based inspection of the bladder and lower urinary tract - used to investigate blood in the urine and urinary symptoms.
Learn moreSecond Opinion
Considering kidney surgery? Dr Kooner routinely reviews imaging and treatment plans to help patients make an informed decision.
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About the specialist
A senior Sydney urologist with a deep interest in kidney disease
Dr Raji Kooner is a urological surgeon practising across St Vincent's Private (Darlinghurst), the Mater Hospital (North Sydney) and Bowral. He was one of the first in Australia to perform laparoscopic kidney surgery for kidney cancer and has since performed more than three thousand robotic procedures across kidney and prostate disease.
At Kidney Surgery Sydney, the emphasis is on preserving healthy kidney tissue wherever possible, clear communication, and the measured use of modern technology - from robotic partial nephrectomy to flexible laser ureteroscopy.
- Principal practice: St Vincent's Private, Darlinghurst
- Head of Urology, Mater Hospital North Sydney
- Regional rooms in Bowral
- FRACS (Urology)
Focused on the kidney, and on the patient
Modern, minimally invasive
Robotic, laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques - chosen to suit the condition, not the marketing.
Continuity of care
Dr Kooner personally reviews imaging, discusses options, performs the surgery and follows up - with an experienced rooms team supporting throughout.
Experience, depth, continuity
3,000+
Robotic procedures
20+
Years in urology
3
Sydney & Bowral locations
Pioneer
Robotic and laparoscopic kidney surgery in Australia
SP & MP
Single port and multiport robotic surgery
Suite 1303
Level 13, St Vincent's Private, 406 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Three convenient consulting locations
St Vincent's Private
Suite 1303, Level 13, St Vincent's Private Hospital
406 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Mater Hospital North Sydney
Suite 1.12, Level 1
3–9 Gillies Street, North Sydney NSW 2060
Bowral
Suite 9, 70 Bowral Street
Bowral NSW 2576
Outcomes & experience
Kidney-preserving surgery, measured results
Dr Kooner was among the first surgeons in Australia to perform laparoscopic kidney surgery for kidney cancer and has continued to refine minimally invasive and robotic techniques ever since. Where the anatomy allows, partial nephrectomy is preferred to protect long-term kidney function.
- Kidney-preservation emphasis - partial nephrectomy where feasible to protect renal function.
- Modern technology - robotic, laparoscopic, and flexible laser endoscopy, selected to suit the condition.
- Multidisciplinary care - close links with radiology, oncology, and nephrology teams.
- Continuity - Dr Kooner personally reviews imaging, operates, and follows up.
A contributor to the field
Dr Kooner has contributed to the Australian urology literature and teaches across public and private hospital settings.
Peer-reviewed contributions
Peer-reviewed research on kidney cancer, robotic surgery, and kidney stone management.
Training the next generation
Involvement in urology training and case-based teaching at St Vincent's and the Mater.
Public education
Interviews and articles on kidney health and minimally invasive surgery.