Mangaluru Urologist Dr Zeeshan Hameed features in Stanford University’s list of world’s top 2% scientists
Mangaluru: Dr B. M. Zeeshan Hameed, Professor and Senior Consultant, Department of Urology and Renal Transplant, Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Mangaluru, has been featured in Stanford University’s list of the world’s top 2% scientists for 2026. He is among 18 Indian urologists, nephrologists, doctors and scientists recognised under the research subfield of Urology and Nephrology.
Dr Hameed’s research work spans urology, artificial intelligence (AI) applications in healthcare, medical technology and surgical techniques. His work includes studies on the use of AI and machine learning to identify kidney stones through CT scans and support the management of prostate cancer.
He has also worked on developing medical devices and applications related to urological procedures and patient care. These include Zedd scissors, a surgical instrument designed for the removal of non-muscle-invasive bladder tumours, and UROSTENTZ, a mobile application that helps doctors and patients track ureteric stents and monitor symptoms. His Rector scissors-needle system for tissue removal and intracavitary hydro-dissection received a grant of Rs 50 lakh under the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council’s (BIRAC) BIG-16 programme in 2020.
His academic work includes 89 indexed research publications and five book chapters. He has also received recognition from professional bodies, including the Urology Society of India, for his contributions to research and innovation.
Dr Hameed completed his MBBS in 2008, MS in General Surgery in 2011 and MCh in Urology in 2015 from Kasturba Medical College under Manipal Academy of Higher Education. Before joining KMC Mangaluru in April 2024, he served as Professor and Head of the Department of Urology at Father Muller Medical College, Mangaluru.
He is also associated with several professional organisations, including the SAARC Urology Association, the European Section of Urolithiasis (EULIS) and the International Training and Research in Uro-oncology and Endourology (iTRUE) group.
The Stanford University list recognises researchers based on citation-related indicators of their scientific contributions. Dr Hameed’s inclusion places his research among the work recognised in the field of urology and nephrology.
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