
Dr. Mohan Venkatesh Pulle
Consultant — Lung Transplant and Chest Surgery, Surgical Oncology
Thoracic Surgical Oncologist
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About Dr. Mohan Venkatesh Pulle
Dr. Mohan Venkatesh Pulle is a Consultant in Lung Transplant and Chest Surgery, and Surgical Oncology at Medanta – The Medicity in Delhi NCR. With over 13 years of clinical experience, he is a distinguished thoracic surgical oncologist recognized for his expertise in complex chest malignancies and innovative minimally invasive surgical techniques. He holds dual Gold Medals from the National Board of Examinations in both General Surgery and Thoracic Surgery, and earned the prestigious Torrent's Young Scholar Award from the Association of Surgeons of India in 2015, acknowledging his exceptional contributions to thoracic surgical advancement.
Dr. Pulle specializes in lung cancer resection, esophageal cancer surgery, mediastinal and chest wall tumor management, and pleural mesothelioma procedures. He is a leading proponent of Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) and minimally invasive chest approaches, and serves as a principal contributor to India's Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery Programme. His clinical training includes a dedicated observership in thoracic oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai, India's premier cancer institution, where he refined his surgical precision and oncological decision-making. He maintains an active research profile, having authored numerous original articles in national and international thoracic journals.
Dr. Pulle regularly treats international patients from the Gulf countries, Africa, and the Indian subcontinent, offering comprehensive care pathways through Medanta's dedicated international patient services. His fluency in English and Hindi, combined with his patient-centric approach, ensures seamless communication and cultural understanding. He coordinates preoperative staging, intraoperative navigation, and postoperative surveillance for complex cases, often working with multidisciplinary teams including pulmonologists, medical oncologists, and radiologists.
Medanta – The Medicity is one of India's most advanced multi-specialty hospitals, located in Gurugram (Delhi NCR). The institution holds NABH accreditation, boasts state-of-the-art thoracic operating suites, advanced imaging (PET-CT, high-resolution CT), and dedicated ICU facilities for post-surgical management. The hospital's international patient department provides visa assistance, accommodation coordination, and medical tourism concierge services, making it an accessible destination for patients seeking world-standard thoracic oncological care.
For international patients, Medanta – The Medicity offers a comprehensive ecosystem: pre-travel video consultations, cost transparency, streamlined admission protocols, and coordinated follow-up via telemedicine. Dr. Pulle's approach combines surgical excellence with patient advocacy, ensuring that each case—whether routine lung resection or complex mediastinal reconstruction—receives individualized attention and the latest evidence-based technique.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Mohan Venkatesh Pulle
- Lung cancer (NSCLC and SCLC)
- Esophageal cancer
- Mediastinal tumors
- Chest wall tumors
- Pleural mesothelioma
- Tracheal and bronchial stenosis
- Spontaneous pneumothorax
- Thymic tumors
- Pulmonary metastases
- Empyema and pleural effusion
Areas of Interest
- Lung Cancer Surgery
- Esophageal Cancer Surgery
- Mediastinal Tumor Surgery
- Chest Wall Tumor Surgery
- Pleural Mesothelioma Surgery
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
- Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery
- Tracheo-Bronchial Surgery
Qualifications
- MBBS —
- DNB (General Surgery) — National Board of Examinations
- DNB (Thoracic Surgery) — National Board of Examinations
- Clinical Observership in Thoracic Oncology — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Work Experience
- Consultant — Lung Transplant and Chest Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Medanta – The Medicity, Delhi NCR
- Member of the Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery Programme, India
- Clinical Observership in Thoracic Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Specialist in Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) and minimally invasive chest procedures
Certifications (7)
MBBS
Medical qualification
DNB (General Surgery)
National Board of Examinations
DNB (Thoracic Surgery)
National Board of Examinations
President's Gold Medal in General Surgery
National Board of Examinations (NBE)
President's Gold Medal in Thoracic Surgery
National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Torrent's Young Scholar Award
Association of Surgeons of India — 2015
Clinical Observership in Thoracic Oncology
Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Memberships (1)
- Member of various national and international thoracic surgical societies
Research Papers & Publications (5)
Minimally invasive approaches to lung cancer resection: outcomes and patient selection criteria
Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery —
Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery for anterior mediastinal masses: institutional experience
Journal of Thoracic Disease —
Esophageal cancer surgery: outcomes of en bloc resection in advanced cases
Indian Journal of Surgery —
Chest wall reconstruction following oncological resection: techniques and functional outcomes
Surgical Oncology —
Pleural mesothelioma management: multimodal approach and survival analysis
Thoracic Surgery Clinics —
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can easily schedule a video consultation through Gaf Healthcare's platform or directly contact Medanta – The Medicity's international patient desk via WhatsApp or email. You can share your medical reports and imaging for initial assessment. Dr. Pulle reviews your documents and provides expert recommendations on surgical candidacy, treatment timelines, and estimated costs. Once confirmed, Gaf Healthcare assists with visa documentation, travel logistics, and hospital pre-admission arrangements.
