Dr. Varughese Mathai

Dr. Varughese Mathai is a Senior Consultant in Surgical Oncology with over 32 years of dedicated experience in cancer surgery. He holds a strong academic foundation with MBBS, MS, and DNB qualifications, and has built a distinguished career as a Surgical Oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal malignancies. His clinical focus spans colorectal cancer, rectal cancer, gastric cancer, and small intestine cancer, complemented by advanced techniques including cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC and sentinel lymph node biopsy.

Dr. Mathai's surgical expertise encompasses both open and minimally invasive approaches, allowing him to tailor treatment strategies to each patient's unique clinical presentation. He manages complex oncological resections with precision and has extensive experience in benign colorectal conditions with malignant potential, such as familial polyposis syndromes and ulcerative colitis. His high case volumes and meticulous surgical technique have earned him recognition among peers, and he holds active membership in the Association of Surgeons of India, Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India, and the Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology.

International patients seeking cancer surgery benefit from Dr. Mathai's calm, methodical approach and his fluency in English, Hindi, and Telugu. He has treated patients from across the Gulf region, Africa, and the broader SAARC community, and is well-versed in coordinating care for medical tourists. His commitment to patient-centered oncological care ensures that international patients receive both world-class surgical expertise and compassionate support throughout their treatment journey.

Dr. Mathai practices at Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad—one of India's foremost multi-specialty healthcare institutions. Apollo is accredited by NABH and JCI, featuring state-of-the-art oncology operating theatres, robust ICU infrastructure, and dedicated international patient services. The hospital's commitment to evidence-based surgical oncology and comprehensive cancer care aligns perfectly with Dr. Mathai's philosophy.

For international patients, Hyderabad offers an excellent combination of affordable, high-quality surgical oncology care and modern hospitality infrastructure. Dr. Mathai's 32+ years of specialization, coupled with Apollo's world-class facility standards, make this partnership an ideal destination for patients requiring complex colorectal or gastric cancer surgery.