Best Surgical Oncologists / Surgical Gastroenterologists for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) in India
This page lists 68 whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.
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This page lists 68 whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.
About Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) doctors in India
This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) doctors
FeaturedDr. Subramanian Iyer
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology), Fellowship in HPB Surgery
Professor & Senior Surgical Oncologist · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Tata Memorial Hospital Mumbai, India28+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 28+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Professor & Senior Surgical Oncologist, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2005 – Present)
- Associate Professor, Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (1999 – 2005)
Expertise & Procedures
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Major Hepatic Resection
- Right & Left Hemicolectomy
- Low Anterior Resection (Rectal Cancer)
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 28+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Tata Memorial HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Vinay Samuel Gaikwad
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), FAIS – Fellow of Association of Surgeons of India, FMAS – Fellow of Minimal Access Surgeons, FIAGES – Fellow of Indian Association of Gastro Endoscopic Surgeons, FACS (USA) – Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Fellowship in GI Oncology, Hepatopancreatobiliary Oncology Training, Peritoneal Surface Oncology Training
Director – Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist (GI & HPB)
Fortis Hospital Manesar Gurugram, India24+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 24+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist (GI & HPB)
- Director – Surgical Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Manesar, Gurugram (Present)
- Christian Medical College, Ludhiana
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic GI Cancer Surgery
- HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
- PIPAC (Pressurised Intraperitoneal Aerosolised Chemotherapy)
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Resection
- Laparoscopic & Robotic Liver Resection
Surgical Oncologist (GI & HPB) Experience: 24+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Hospital ManesarHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL, JCI
Dr. Abhideep Chaudhary
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), FACS, FAIS, FRCS (Glasgow), Multiorgan Transplant Surgery Fellowship
Chairman & HOD — HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation · Specialty: HPB & Liver Transplant Surgeon
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in HPB & Liver Transplant Surgeon
- Chairman & HOD — HPB Surgery & Liver Transplantation, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (Present)
- Associate Director & Head — Surgical Gastroenterology and Liver Transplantation, Jaypee Hospital, Noida
Expertise & Procedures
- Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT)
- Deceased Donor Liver Transplant (DDLT)
- Robotic Donor Hepatectomy
- Paediatric Liver Transplant
- ABO-Incompatible Liver Transplant
HPB & Liver Transplant Surgeon Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Vivek Vij
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology), MRCS
Chairman & HOD — Liver Transplant & GI Surgery · Specialty: Liver Transplant & GI Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Liver Transplant & GI Surgeon
- Chairman & HOD — Liver Transplant & GI Surgery, Fortis Escorts Liver & Digestive Diseases Institute, Okhla, New Delhi (Present)
- Founder — Liver Transplant Programme, Fortis Hospital, Noida
Expertise & Procedures
- Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT)
- Deceased Donor Liver Transplant (DDLT)
- Pure Laparoscopic Donor Hepatectomy
- Paediatric Liver Transplant
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Liver Transplant & GI Surgeon Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Kushal Bairoliya
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MRCS, M.Ch (GI Surgery)
Consultant — GI Oncosurgery · Specialty: GI & HPB Oncosurgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 13+ years of experience in GI & HPB Oncosurgeon
- Consultant — GI Oncosurgery, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi (Present)
- Consultant — Surgical Gastroenterology, Liver Transplant & GI Oncology, Yatharth Hospitals, Noida
Expertise & Procedures
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Hepatic Resection
- Cholecystectomy
- Total / Subtotal Gastrectomy for Cancer
GI & HPB Oncosurgeon Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Archit Pandit
MBBS, MS (Gold Medalist), Surgical Oncology, FIAGS, Fellowship in Thoracoscopic Lung Cancer Surgery, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gastro Esophageal Cancer Surgeries
Director — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Director — Surgical Oncology, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi (Present)
- Director — Surgical Oncology, Shalby Sanar Cancer Centre, Gurugram
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic Cancer Surgery
- Laparoscopic / Keyhole Cancer Surgery
- Thoracoscopic Lung Cancer Surgery
- Esophagectomy (Minimally Invasive)
- Gastrectomy for Cancer
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Vineet Goel
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Surgical Oncology)
Consultant — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India14+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 14+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Consultant — Surgical Oncology, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi (Present)
- Trained at AIIMS, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Robotic Thoracic Cancer Surgery
- Robotic GI Cancer Surgery
- Robotic Gynaecological Cancer Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
- HIPEC Surgery
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 14+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Giriraj Bora
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (GI Surgery), Fellowship in Liver Transplant
Chief — Liver Transplant; Sr. Consultant — GI & HPB Surgery · Specialty: Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 20+ years of experience in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
- Chief — Liver Transplant; Sr. Consultant — GI & HPB Surgery, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram (Present)
- Consultant — Liver Transplant, Centre for Liver and Biliary Sciences (CLBS), New Delhi (from January 2013)
Expertise & Procedures
- Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT)
- Deceased Donor Liver Transplant (DDLT)
- ABO-Incompatible Liver Transplant
- Combined Liver-Kidney Transplantation
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) with Portal Vein Reconstruction
Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Artemis HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Abhishek Aggarwal
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Gastrointestinal Surgery)
Associate Director — Gastrointestinal Oncosurgery · Specialty: Gastrointestinal Oncosurgeon
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Gastrointestinal Oncosurgeon
- Associate Director — Gastrointestinal & HPB Oncosurgery, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (Present)
- Associate Director — Gastrointestinal & HPB Oncosurgery, Action Cancer Hospital & Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Gastrectomy for gastric cancer
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Colorectal cancer resection
- Hepatic resection for liver cancer
- Cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC
Gastrointestinal Oncosurgeon Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena
MBBS, MS, MCh, Fellowship, Fellowship
Consultant — Surgical 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 Oncologist, Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad — Present
- Consultant Surgical Oncologist, Ankura Health City, Hyderabad — Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Modified radical mastectomy
- Breast-conserving surgery
- Radical hysterectomy
- Ovarian cancer debulking surgery
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 8+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Manesar, Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$9,000
Fortis Hospital Manesar
Est. 2013
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Cardiac SurgeryOrthopedicsBariatric Surgery
1+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
4.4
74 reviews
350+
Beds
13+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$9,000
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
6+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$9,000
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$9,000
Artemis Hospital
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
4.9
64 reviews
750+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$9,000
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$9,000
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Liver TransplantCardiac SurgeryOrthopedics
6+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$9,000
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
6+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$9,000
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
4.7
125 reviews
560+
Beds
43+
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 Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)?
The Whipple procedure, or pancreaticoduodenectomy, is a complex major surgery used to remove tumors located in the head of the pancreas, bile duct, or duodenum, most commonly for pancreatic cancer. It involves removing part of the pancreas, the duodenum, gallbladder, and a portion of the bile duct, followed by reconstruction of the digestive tract. It is considered the primary curative option for resectable pancreatic head cancers and select periampullary tumors. India offers this procedure at leading oncology and GI surgery centers with experienced HPB surgical teams at a fraction of Western costs.
Who may be considered?
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) 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 traditional approach performed through a large abdominal incision, offering surgeons full access for complex tumor removal and vascular reconstruction when needed.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Open Whipple Procedure
Most CommonThe traditional approach performed through a large abdominal incision, offering surgeons full access for complex tumor removal and vascular reconstruction when needed.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $400 - $1,200
Contrast-enhanced CT abdomen (pancreatic protocol), MRI/MRCP, CA 19-9 tumor marker, endoscopic ultrasound with biopsy, CBC, liver function tests, renal function tests, coagulation profile, ECG, chest X-ray, PET-CT (if indicated)
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $9,000 - $15,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~3-4 days
Hospitalisation: ~10-14 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~4-6 weeks recommended
Total stay: approx 3-4 weeks
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Surgeon and anesthetist fees
- ICU and ward stay as per protocol
- Operating room and surgical consumables
- Standard post-op nursing care and medications
- One follow-up consultation before discharge
Usually Not Included
- Pre-procedure biopsy and staging investigations
- Adjuvant chemotherapy/radiotherapy if required
- Airfare, visa, and local accommodation
- Extended ICU stay due to complications
- Histopathology of resected specimen (sometimes billed separately)
Recovery and follow-up
Patients typically spend 8-14 days in hospital followed by 3-6 weeks of recovery at home, with gradual reintroduction of diet and regular monitoring of pancreatic and digestive function; adjuvant chemotherapy may follow based on histopathology results.
Risks
As a major abdominal surgery, risks include pancreatic leak, delayed gastric emptying, bleeding, infection, and bile leak, requiring careful post-operative monitoring at an experienced center.
Alternatives
Depending on tumor stage and location, alternatives may include neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by reassessment for surgery, palliative bypass procedures, or stenting for symptom relief in inoperable cases.
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
- Contrast-enhanced CT scan of abdomen (pancreatic protocol)
- MRI/MRCP of abdomen
- Endoscopic ultrasound and biopsy report, if done
- CA 19-9 and other relevant tumor marker results
- Liver and renal function test reports
- Complete blood count (CBC) and coagulation profile
- Cardiology clearance/ECG report
- Prior discharge summaries or oncologist consultation notes
Patient information needed
- Age and current general health status
- Exact tumor location, size, and staging details
- History of jaundice, weight loss, or diabetes
- Any prior abdominal surgeries
- Current medications and allergies
- Cardiac, pulmonary, or other comorbid conditions
- Nutritional status and recent weight changes
- Preferred timeline for travel and surgery
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 (Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)) and procedure (Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) 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 Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) considered for Pancreatic Cancer?
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) 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.