Colon Cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Dr Lalit Banswal has performed over 10,000 major surgeries and specialises in gastrointestinal cancer care at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Trained in surgical oncology at the prestigious Tata Medical Centre in Kolkata
• Specialises in minimally invasive cancer surgeries for faster recovery and less scarring
• Served as Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital
• Led original research as a co-principal investigator at Tata Medical Centre
• Focuses on keyhole techniques to improve patient outcomes in gastrointestinal cases

Dr Shaunak Valame is a medical oncology specialist at the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre who trained at the prestigious Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

• Focuses on molecular-based oncology to identify the specific genetic drivers of tumours
• Extensive experience in targeted therapies which attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Presented research on gastrointestinal cancers at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium
• Well versed in the latest systemic treatment protocols for digestive system malignancies
• Previously shared expertise as a lecturer for international oncology training programmes

Professor Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He focuses on improving survival while maintaining a high quality of life for his patients.

• Trained in surgical oncology at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai
• Holds a surgical fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
• Serves as a professor for surgical oncology and breast surgery
• Investigated over 200 clinical trials involving new cancer treatment protocols
• Uses surgical methods aimed at faster recovery and better health outcomes

Professor Raja Sundaram has successfully performed over 15,000 cancer surgeries – he founded the oncology department at Global Hospital Chennai.

• Specialises in surgical oncology for gastrointestinal and colorectal cases
• Manages complex colon cancer presentations using surgical intervention
• Established a high-volume cancer centre to improve patient access to surgery
• Focuses on precise tumour removal to improve long-term survival rates

Professor Yongyut Sirivatanauksorn leads surgical teams at Bumrungrad International Hospital, specialising in complex procedures for the gastrointestinal tract and digestive system.

• Treats tumours of the colon, rectum, and liver using surgical oncology protocols
• Focuses on hepatobiliary surgery – managing cancer that affects the liver and bile ducts
• Holds a PhD from the University of London – a global centre for medical research
• Professor at Mahidol University – Thailand's top-ranked medical school

Professor Ajit Pai is a senior surgical oncologist at Apollo Hospital specialising in complex gastrointestinal cancer procedures.

• Performs robotic and laparoscopic surgeries for colon and rectal tumours – techniques that offer smaller incisions and less pain
• Expert in oesophageal and gastric cancer surgery to remove digestive tract tumours
• Focuses on oncogynecology for treating cancers of the uterus and cervix
• Uses minimally invasive methods to help patients achieve a faster return to daily life

Associate Professor Ugur Ekici leads the surgical team at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital, focusing on laparoscopic techniques for colorectal cancer management.

• Specialises in minimally invasive cancer surgery to reduce scarring and speed up recovery times
• Expert in laparoscopic resection – removing tumours through small incisions rather than open surgery
• Completed specialist surgical training at the prestigious Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Contributes to global medical knowledge with research published in international peer-reviewed journals