Best Stomach Cancer Surgery Doctors in India for Australians

Professor Lalit Banswal has performed 10,000 major operations and specialises in minimally invasive surgical oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Performs stomach cancer resections using robotic and laparoscopic techniques
• Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute training future surgical oncologists
• Fellowship trained at Tata Medical Centre – a premier oncology institution
• Expert in complex upper gastrointestinal procedures including oesophageal and liver surgery
• Leads clinical research into gastrointestinal oncology and modern surgical methods

Professor Yogesh Batra leads the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He is a multi-award-winning specialist recognized by the Indian Society of Gastroenterology for his clinical research and practice.

• Trained at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
• Performs both partial and total stomach resections for cancer cases
• Author of 30 research papers in international medical journals
• Specialises in complex digestive tract surgeries and ultrasound-guided biopsies
• Member of the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India

Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pande is a surgical oncologist at BLK Super Speciality Hospital in Delhi. He received the Chikitsa Bhushan Award for excellence in surgery. This honor was granted by the Indian Medical Association. Dr. Pande specializes in gastrointestinal and colorectal cancer procedures.

• Performs specialized surgeries like HIPEC and cytoreductive surgery.
• Winner of the GEM award for excellence from Max Healthcare.
• Treats complex cases including stomach and pancreatic cancers.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility ranked among Delhi's top 10 hospitals.

Professor Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and holds a prestigious MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

• Trained in surgical oncology at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai
• Serves as a Professor of Surgical Oncology for the Delhi National Board
• Leads clinical research as an investigator for over 200 clinical trials
• Specialises in complex gastrointestinal, breast, and thoracic surgical oncology
• Founded the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre to focus on patient quality of life

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies. Dr. Valame completed his DNB training in medical oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. He previously served as a registrar at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital.

• Presented stomach cancer research at the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.
• Expert in chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats various solid tumors, pediatric cancers, and hematological malignancies.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients annually.

Dr Shruti Kate leads the oncology department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre and previously served as a consultant at the world-renowned Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Performs the Whipple procedure for complex tumours involving the digestive tract
• Uses immunotherapy and metronomic therapy to manage aggressive cancer stages
• Awarded the solo Indian travel grant at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

The doctor graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University in 1996, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University in 2002. Further enhancing expertise, the doctor earned a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy in 2004.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, the Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing the field of oncology.

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in oral cancer treatment with a focus on organ preservation. Dr. Shaikh completed fellowship training in head and neck surgical oncology at the same center. He is proficient in performing major maxillofacial and head and neck surgeries.

• Expert in functional rehabilitation for patients recovering from oral cancer.
• Active researcher with multiple publications in various medical journals.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients yearly.
• Treats complex conditions including tongue, thyroid, and tonsil cancers.