Dr. Deepak Chhabra

About Dr. Deepak Chhabra

Dr. Deepak Chhabra is a Consultant Surgical Oncologist with over 15 years of experience in hepato-biliary and pancreatic cancer surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, robotic and laparoscopic cancer surgery, cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC for peritoneal cancers, breast and gynaecological cancer surgery, and complex liver resections. He is widely recognised as one of the best Surgical Oncologists in India with 5,000+ cancer surgeries performed and Japan and Korea training.

15+ years of experience as a Surgical Oncologist specialist in Mumbai, India
Performed 5,000+ cancer surgeries
Specialist HPB Training — Nagoya University, Japan, under Prof. Yuji Nimura
Fellow GI Surgical Oncology and Robotics — Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
Best Paper Award at World Congress of IHPBA 2008 on gallbladder cancers; first clinical Co-Ordinator of AP-NET registry in India

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS
MS — General Surgery, T.N. Medical College and B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai, India
DNB — National Board of Examinations, India
MRCS / FRCS — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK

Fellowships & Special Training

Fellow GI Surgical Oncology and Robotics — Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
Specialist HPB Training — Nagoya University, Japan, under Prof. Yuji Nimura
Certified Robotic Surgeon
Specialist Training in Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC for Peritoneal Cancers

Certifications & Accreditations

Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCS Edin), UK — Member/Fellow
International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA) — Member
Indian Chapter of IHPBA — Member
Asia-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Liver Cancer (Primary & Metastatic)
Gallbladder Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
Oesophageal & Stomach Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Peritoneal Cancers (Requiring HIPEC)
Neuroendocrine Tumours
Breast Cancer
Utero-Ovarian (Gynaecological) Cancers

Sub-specialties

Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery: Nagoya University Japan-trained — a trusted Surgical Oncologist specialist Mumbai India.
GI Surgical Oncology & Robotics: Yonsei Korea-trained — widely searched as the best Surgical Oncologist doctor India.
Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC: For peritoneal cancers — one of few specialists in India.
Complex Liver Resections: Including RFA.
Neuroendocrine Tumours: First clinical Co-Ordinator AP-NET registry.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Liver Resections (Complex and Standard)
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for Liver Tumours
Whipple's Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Gallbladder Cancer Surgery
Oesophagectomy & Gastrectomy
Sphincter-Saving Surgery for Low Rectal Cancer
Cytoreductive Surgery with HIPEC
Robotic Cancer Surgery
Breast Cancer Surgery
Chemotherapy Port Placement

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Deepak Chhabra can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Bandra, Mumbai — Consultant Surgical Oncologist, since 2003 (initially joined as Clinical Fellow GI Surgical Oncology)
Dr. L.H. Hiranandani Hospital, Powai, Mumbai — Visiting Consultant Surgical Oncologist, since December 2010

Past Affiliations

Nagoya University, Japan — Specialist HPB Training under Prof. Yuji Nimura
Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea — Fellow GI Surgical Oncology and Robotics
T.N. Medical College and B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai — MS General Surgery Training
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK — MRCS/FRCS Membership Examination

Academic & Research Roles

First clinical Co-Ordinator — Asia-Pacific Neuroendocrine Tumor Registry (AP-NET registry) in India
Co-investigator — Clinical research trials in gastrointestinal cancers and neuroendocrine tumours
Invited Speaker — Surgical oncology discussions in Mumbai and across India
Author — Multiple papers in national and international peer-reviewed journals; book chapter contributions

Key Achievements

15+ years of clinical experience in surgical oncology
5,000+ cancer surgeries performed
Best Paper Award at World Congress of IHPBA 2008 (on gallbladder cancers)
First clinical Co-Ordinator AP-NET registry in India
One of few Indian specialists performing HIPEC for peritoneal cancers

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Best Paper Award — World Congress of IHPBA, 2008 (on gallbladder cancers)
Information not publicly available for other specific award names and years.

Professional Memberships

Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCS Edin), UK
International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
Indian Chapter of IHPBA
Asia-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
Maharashtra Medical Council

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Surgical Treatment of Liver Metastases in Patients with Neuroendocrine Tumors. Int J Hepatol. 2012;2012:782672.
Surgeon Preferences for Liver Transection: Is There an Ideal Technique? J Am Coll Surg. 2010 Jul;211(1):141.
Fusion Technique for Liver Transection with Kelly-Clysis and Harmonic Technology. World Journal of Surgery, DOI 10.1007/s00268-009-0282-1.
Assessment of Microsatellite Instability in Colorectal Carcinoma at an Indian Centre. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2007 Jul;22(7):777-782.
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Before Surgery of Hepatoblastoma. Indian J Pediatr. 2006 Aug;73(8):735-7.
Radiofrequency Ablation of Liver Tumors: Experience with Open and Percutaneous Approach. Indian J Gastroenterol 2006 Mar-Apr;25(2):66-70.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Hepato-pancreato-biliary cancer outcomes
Cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC
Neuroendocrine tumour management
Robotic GI surgical oncology

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Surgical Oncology Consultation	₹1,500 – ₹3,500	$18 – $42
Liver Resection	₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000	$4,800 – $12,000
Whipple's Procedure (Pancreatic Cancer)	₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000	$6,000 – $14,400
Gallbladder Cancer Surgery	₹2,80,000 – ₹6,50,000	$3,360 – $7,800
Cytoreductive Surgery with HIPEC	₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000	$7,200 – $16,800
Robotic Cancer Surgery	₹4,50,000 – ₹10,00,000	$5,400 – $12,000

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Deepak Chhabra use in Surgical Oncologist treatment?

Dr. Deepak Chhabra uses the most advanced surgical oncology technologies including robotic surgical platforms (Yonsei Korea-trained), minimally invasive laparoscopic systems, HIPEC infrastructure for peritoneal cancers, radiofrequency ablation for liver tumours, harmonic and Kelly-Clysis liver transection technology, and Japan-trained HPB surgical protocols. Remote second opinions are available for international patients.

2. What conditions does Dr. Deepak Chhabra specialize in treating?

Dr. Deepak Chhabra specialises in liver cancer, gallbladder cancer, pancreatic cancer, bile duct cancer, oesophageal and stomach cancer, colorectal cancer, peritoneal cancers requiring HIPEC, neuroendocrine tumours, breast cancer, and gynaecological cancers. He is a trusted Surgical Oncologist specialist Mumbai India, and Dr. Deepak Chhabra doctor reviews highlight his 5,000+ surgeries and Japan/Korea training as the best Surgical Oncologist doctor India.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Deepak Chhabra?

Appointments with Dr. Deepak Chhabra can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Deepak Chhabra?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Deepak Chhabra, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

6. Does Dr. Deepak Chhabra offer second opinions for Surgical Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking to review their liver, pancreatic, gallbladder, colorectal, or peritoneal cancer diagnosis with an expert Surgical Oncologist specialist in Mumbai, India.

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