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About Pancreatic Cancer Resection doctors in India
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Pancreatic Cancer Resection doctors
FeaturedDr. Ajay Chanakya
MBBS, MS in General Surgery, MCh in Surgical Oncology, Fellowship in Robotic Surgery, UICC Observership, HIPEC Certification
Consultant — Surgical Oncology, Peritoneal Surface Oncology & Uro-Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India8+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 8+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Consultant, Surgical Oncology & Peritoneal Surface Oncology & Uro-Oncology, Apollo Hospital Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
- Specialized training in Uro-Onco Robotic Surgery, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai (under guidance of Dr. Sudhakar Machisetty)
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
- Cytoreductive Surgery with HIPEC
- Breast-Conserving Surgery
- Total Mastectomy with Axillary Dissection
- Radical Nephrectomy
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 8+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Chinnababu Sunkavalli
MBBS, MS General Surgery, MCh Superspeciality in Surgical Oncology, FIAGES, PDCR
Clinical Director of Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City Hyderabad, India23+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 23+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Clinical Director of Surgical Oncology, Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad — Present
- Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist and Robotic Surgeon, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad — Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-Assisted Breast Cancer Surgery
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Resection
- Minimally Invasive Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer
- Robotic Hysterectomy for Cervical Cancer
- Advanced Liver Resection Surgery
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 23+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech CityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Rahulkumar Narayan Chavan
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology), FMAS, FAIS, FICRS
Senior Consultant — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Medicover Hospital Mumbai, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 20+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant — Surgical Oncology, Medicover Hospital, Mumbai (Present)
- Surgical Oncologist, Fortis Hospital, Navi Mumbai
Expertise & Procedures
- Breast-Conserving Surgery and Lumpectomy
- Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Surgery
- Robotic-Assisted Gynecological Oncology
- Minimally Invasive Thyroid Cancer Surgery
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital
Dr. Rajesh Shinde
MBBS, MS, MCh
Consultant — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Apollo Hospitals Mumbai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Consultant — Surgical Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai (Present)
- Surgical Oncologist, Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai (2019–Present)
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic-assisted colorectal cancer surgery
- Total mesorectal excision
- Low anterior resection
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Hepatic resection for liver cancer
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo HospitalsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Ramesh Sarin
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, Training in Surgical Oncology
Senior Consultant — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha New Delhi, India42+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 42+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology — Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, New Delhi
- Consultant — Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Breast-Conserving Surgery
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
- Gastric Cancer Resection
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 42+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals IndraprasthaHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sameer Kaul
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, ACS Fellowship
Senior Consultant — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India26+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 26+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology — Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
- Surgical Oncology Fellow — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Expertise & Procedures
- Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy)
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
- Pancreatic Cancer Resection
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 26+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sushil Kumar Jain
MBBS, MS, DNB, Robotic Fellowship
Additional Director — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurugram, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Additional Director, Surgical Oncology — Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram (Present)
- Specialized training in Surgical Oncology — Dharamshila Cancer Hospital, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Breast-conserving surgery with oncoplasty
- Modified radical mastectomy with reconstruction
- Sentinel lymph node biopsy and axillary dissection
- Robotic colorectal cancer resection
- Robotic thoracic cancer surgery
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Tapan Singh Chauhan
MBBS, MS, MRCS, MCh
Senior Consultant — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Artemis Hospital Delhi NCR, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology — Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Delhi NCR — Present
- Ex. Senior Resident, Surgical Oncology — AIIMS, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Cytoreductive Surgery with HIPEC
- Esophageal Cancer Resection
- Gastric Cancer Surgery
- Colorectal Cancer Resection
- Pancreatic Cancer Resection
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Artemis HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Archit Gupta
MBBS, MS in General Surgery, DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology
Consultant — GI Surgery, GI Oncology & Bariatric Surgery · Specialty: Surgical Gastroenterologist
Medanta - The Medicity Gurgaon, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Surgical Gastroenterologist
- Consultant — GI Surgery, GI Oncology & Bariatric Surgery, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon
- Clinical training in Surgical Gastroenterology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon (DrNB programme)
Expertise & Procedures
- Colorectal resection and cancer surgery
- Gastrectomy and gastric cancer surgery
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Hepatic resection and liver surgery
- Pancreatic cancer resection
Surgical Gastroenterologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Chethan C M
MBBS, MS in General Surgery, MCh in HPB Surgery
Consultant — HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon · Specialty: HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon
- Consultant — HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, India (Present)
- Senior surgical practitioner with 18+ years of experience in hepato-pancreato-biliary and liver transplant surgery
Expertise & Procedures
- Liver Resection and Hepatectomy
- Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation
- ABO-compatible and ABO-incompatible Liver Transplant
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal Pancreatectomy
HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$7,500
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$7,500
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$7,500
Fortis Memorial Research Institute
Est. 1996
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
4.8
1100 reviews
1000+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$7,500
Artemis Hospital
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
4.9
64 reviews
750+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$7,500
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$7,500
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$7,500
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Faridabad, IndiaStarting from$7,500
Marengo Asia Hospitals
Est. 2007
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Pancreatic Cancer ResectionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Pancreatic Cancer Resection
4.4
54 reviews
450+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for pancreatic cancer treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Pancreatic Cancer Resection?
Pancreatic Cancer Resection is a major surgical procedure to remove cancerous tumors from the pancreas along with surrounding affected tissue, aiming to eliminate the disease or halt its spread. Depending on the tumor's location within the pancreas (head, body, or tail), surgeons choose between the Whipple procedure, distal pancreatectomy, or total pancreatectomy. This surgery is typically recommended after imaging confirms the tumor is localized and resectable, and it offers the best chance for long-term survival when combined with chemotherapy.
Who may be considered?
Pancreatic Cancer Resection may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
The standard open surgery for tumors located in the head of the pancreas, involving removal of the pancreatic head, duodenum, gallbladder, and part of the bile duct, followed by reconstruction.
3 approaches available for this procedure:
Whipple Procedure (Open Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Most CommonThe standard open surgery for tumors located in the head of the pancreas, involving removal of the pancreatic head, duodenum, gallbladder, and part of the bile duct, followed by reconstruction.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $800 - $2,000
Contrast-enhanced CT abdomen (triphasic), MRI/MRCP, CA 19-9 tumor marker, CBC, Liver Function Tests, ECG, PET-CT (if metastasis suspected), Endoscopic Ultrasound with biopsy
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $9,500 - $16,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~3 days
Hospitalisation: ~10-14 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~30-45 days recommended
Total stay: approx 45-60 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Surgeon and anesthesiologist fees
- ICU and ward stay
- Operating room charges
- Standard implants/staplers used during surgery
- Post-operative pain management
- Basic post-discharge follow-up consultation
Usually Not Included
- Chemotherapy or radiation therapy
- Genetic/molecular tumor profiling
- Prolonged ICU stay due to complications
- Airfare and visa costs
- Medications after discharge
Recovery and follow-up
Patients typically resume light activities within 3-4 weeks and require regular follow-up with imaging and tumor markers, alongside adjuvant chemotherapy planning in coordination with the oncology team. Nutritional support and monitoring of blood sugar levels are essential during the recovery period.
Risks
Potential risks include pancreatic fistula, delayed gastric emptying, bleeding, infection, and development of new-onset or worsening diabetes, along with the general risks associated with major abdominal surgery.
Alternatives
For patients with locally advanced or unresectable tumors, alternatives include neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by reassessment for surgery, palliative chemotherapy, or radiation therapy to control disease progression and manage symptoms.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Triphasic CT scan or MRI/MRCP of the abdomen
- Histopathology/biopsy report confirming pancreatic cancer
- CA 19-9 and CEA tumor marker levels
- PET-CT scan (if available) to rule out metastasis
- Liver and kidney function test reports
- Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) report, if performed
- Recent CBC and coagulation profile
- Cardiology clearance report for patients with heart conditions
Patient information needed
- Current weight, height, and performance status (ability to perform daily activities)
- History of jaundice, weight loss, or abdominal pain
- Diabetes status and blood sugar control history
- Any prior abdominal surgeries
- Current medications, especially blood thinners
- History of chemotherapy or radiation received
- Known allergies to anesthesia or medications
- Presence of any other chronic illnesses (heart, lung, kidney disease)
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Pancreatic Cancer Resection) and procedure (Pancreatic Cancer Resection) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Pancreatic Cancer Resection in India
What is Pancreatic Cancer?
Pancreatic cancer is a malignancy that originates in the cells of the pancreas, most commonly in the ducts that carry digestive enzymes. Because it rarely causes obvious symptoms in its early stages, it is frequently detected only after it has reached a locally advanced or metastatic stage.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Pancreatic Cancer?
Common presentations include persistent upper abdominal or back pain, unexplained weight loss, new-onset or worsening diabetes, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes, often accompanied by dark urine and pale stools when the bile duct is obstructed), and loss of appetite or fatigue. Less specific signs such as nausea, changes in stool consistency, or a new blood-clot event can also occur. These symptoms overlap with many other conditions, so experiencing them does not confirm a diagnosis — a structured clinical and radiological assessment is required.
How is Pancreatic Cancer diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with cross-sectional imaging, most commonly a contrast-enhanced CT scan of the abdomen and chest, which helps define the size and location of the tumour and whether it involves major blood vessels (a key factor in determining resectability). MRI or endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) may be used for additional detail or to obtain a tissue biopsy, and PET-CT is sometimes performed to detect distant spread. The serum tumour marker CA 19-9 can support clinical decision-making but is not diagnostic on its own; staging follows the TNM system and places tumours into categories — resectable, borderline resectable, locally advanced, or metastatic — that directly shape treatment planning.
How is Pancreatic Cancer treated?
The appropriate treatment pathway depends on tumour stage, the patient's overall health, and whether the cancer involves critical vascular structures. Surgical resection — such as a Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) for tumours in the head of the pancreas, or a distal pancreatectomy for body and tail tumours — offers the best chance of long-term disease control when the cancer is confined and technically removable. For cancers that cannot be removed surgically, options include chemotherapy regimens (such as FOLFIRINOX or gemcitabine-based combinations), radiation-based approaches including Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), or a combination of these; all treatment decisions should be made by a multidisciplinary team based on individual assessment.
Can Pancreatic Cancer be treated without a procedure?
Many patients with pancreatic cancer — particularly those with locally advanced or metastatic disease, or those whose overall health makes surgery high-risk — are managed with systemic chemotherapy, targeted therapy (where a specific mutation such as BRCA is present), or immunotherapy within a clinical trial. SBRT can be used to treat tumours that are locally advanced but not amenable to surgery, either as a primary approach or to downstage the tumour before reassessing surgical eligibility. Supportive and palliative care — including pain management, nutritional support, and enzyme replacement therapy for pancreatic insufficiency — is an important part of care at every stage and is not a lesser alternative; it runs alongside active treatment or, when appropriate, becomes the primary focus.
When is Pancreatic Cancer Resection considered for Pancreatic Cancer?
Pancreatic Cancer Resection may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Pancreatic Cancer?
Pancreatic cancer is typically evaluated and managed by a multidisciplinary team that includes a surgical gastroenterologist or hepatopancreato-biliary (HPB) surgeon, a medical oncologist, and a radiation oncologist. Gastroenterologists with expertise in endoscopic ultrasound often play a key role in diagnosis and staging.
How do I choose a doctor for Pancreatic Cancer?
When comparing providers, look for a surgeon or centre with documented experience in complex pancreatic operations (including high-volume Whipple procedures), access to a formal multidisciplinary tumour board, and the ability to coordinate chemotherapy and radiation as part of an integrated plan. Clarity on post-operative follow-up, surveillance imaging schedules, and access to palliative or supportive care services is equally important to ask about.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.