
Dr. Richa Ashok Bansal
Consultant — Surgical Oncology
Gynecologic Oncosurgeon
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About Dr. Richa Ashok Bansal
Dr. Richa Ashok Bansal is a Consultant in Surgical Oncology at Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai, and a specialist in gynecologic cancer surgery with over 10 years of clinical experience. She holds an MCh in Gynaecological Oncology from the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital, coupled with an MS in General Surgery and DNB qualification in Surgical Oncology. Her fellowship with the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) positions her at the forefront of international oncologic surgical standards.
Dr. Bansal's clinical expertise spans the full breadth of gynecologic malignancies, including cervical, ovarian, endometrial, vulvar, and vaginal cancers. She is particularly skilled in complex procedures such as cytoreductive surgery for advanced ovarian cancer, radical hysterectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and lymphadenectomy in gynecologic cancers. Her approach combines meticulous surgical technique with comprehensive patient assessment to optimize outcomes in both early-stage and advanced disease.
Dr. Bansal is experienced in treating patients from across the Gulf, Africa, and South Asia who seek specialist gynecologic cancer care in India. She communicates fluently in English and Hindi, ensuring clarity and reassurance throughout the treatment journey. Her patient-centered philosophy integrates surgical intervention with non-surgical modalities, offering holistic oncologic management that addresses both physical and emotional aspects of care.
Apollo Hospitals Mumbai is a leading tertiary-care center with JCI accreditation, state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a dedicated oncology department. The hospital's comprehensive tumor board, advanced imaging, and access to multimodal treatments make it an ideal destination for international patients seeking complex gynecologic cancer surgery. Apollo's robust international patient services, including visa assistance and arranged accommodation, ease the logistics of medical travel.
International patients choosing Dr. Bansal benefit from India's cost-effective healthcare, world-standard surgical facilities, and the opportunity for follow-up care coordination with their home physicians—all essential factors in complex cancer management.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Richa Ashok Bansal
- Cervical Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Borderline Ovarian Tumors
- Recurrent Gynecologic Cancer
- Peritoneal Cancer
- Gynecologic Cancer with Metastases
Areas of Interest
- Cervical Cancer Surgery
- Ovarian Cancer Surgery
- Ovarian Cancer Debulking Surgery
- Endometrial Cancer Surgery
- Radical Hysterectomy
- Vulvar Cancer Surgery
- Vaginal Cancer Surgery
- Gynecologic Cancer Lymphadenectomy
- Cytoreductive Surgery for Gynecologic Cancers
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Qualifications
- MBBS —
- MS — General Surgery
- MCh — Gynaecological Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital
- DNB — Surgical Oncology
- Fellowship — European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)
Work Experience
- Consultant, Surgical Oncology — Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai
- Specialty training in Gynaecological Oncology — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- General Surgery and Surgical Oncology training — India
Certifications (5)
MBBS
Medical Council of India
MS in General Surgery
Indian Medical Degree
MCh in Gynaecological Oncology
Tata Memorial Hospital
DNB in Surgical Oncology
National Board of Examinations
Fellowship, European Society of Gynaecological Oncology
ESGO
Memberships (1)
- Member, Association of Gynaecologic Oncologists of India
Research Papers & Publications (4)
Cytoreductive Surgery and Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy in Advanced Ovarian Cancer: Outcomes and Patient Selection
Indian Journal of Gynecologic Oncology — 2021
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Early-Stage Cervical Cancer: Safety and Accuracy in a Tertiary Center
Journal of Gynecologic Oncology — 2020
Radical Hysterectomy and Pelvic Lymphadenectomy: Surgical Outcomes in Endometrial Cancer
Cancer Management and Research — 2022
Vulvar Cancer Surgery: Minimizing Morbidity while Maintaining Oncologic Control
International Journal of Gynecologic Cancer — 2021
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated patient coordinators via WhatsApp, email, or phone. We facilitate video consultations for initial assessments and document review. Once a patient decides to proceed with treatment in Mumbai, Gaf Healthcare handles all logistics—visa support, hospital admission, and accommodation arrangements. Dr. Bansal communicates in English and Hindi, ensuring clear communication throughout.
