Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti

About Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti

Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti is Director and Head of Department of Surgical Oncology at Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), New Town, Kolkata, and one of Eastern India’s most distinguished surgical oncologists with over 25 years of clinical and academic experience. MBBS (1995) and MS General Surgery (1999) from N.S.C.B. Medical College, Jabalpur, and DNB Surgical Oncology (2008) from Cancer Centre Welfare Home & Research Institute, Kolkata, he is a nationally recognised leader in GI, HPB, and Thoracic Oncology.

25+ years of clinical and academic experience in Surgical Oncology
Director and HoD — Surgical Oncology, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Kolkata — a premier government cancer institute
DNB — Surgical Oncology — Cancer Centre Welfare Home & Research Institute, Kolkata — 2008
Focus: GI, HPB, Thoracic, Head & Neck, Gynaecological, and Breast Oncology
Multiple indexed international and national publications; Fellow in Thoracic Oncology
98% recommendation rate (verified platform reviews)

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — N.S.C.B. Medical College, Jabalpur (Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya), Madhya Pradesh — 1995
MS — General Surgery — N.S.C.B. Medical College, Jabalpur (Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya) — 1999
DNB — Surgical Oncology — Cancer Centre Welfare Home & Research Institute (CCWHRI), Kolkata / National Board of Examinations — 2008

Fellowships & Special Training

Fellow — Department of Thoracic Oncology (specific institution: Information not publicly available)

Certifications & Accreditations

West Bengal Medical Council Registration
Professor and Director (HoD) — Surgical Oncology, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Head & Neck Cancers (Oral, Laryngeal, Thyroid)
Gastric Cancer
Colorectal Cancer (Colon & Rectal)
Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Cancers (Liver, Pancreas, Bile Duct)
Thoracic Oncology (Lung, Oesophageal, Mediastinal)
Breast Cancer
Gynaecological Cancers (Cervical, Ovarian, Uterine)
Head & Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Skin & Melanoma

Sub-specialties

GI & HPB Oncology (Gastrointestinal / Liver-Pancreas-Bile Duct): Expert in complex GI and HPB cancer surgery including modified D2 gastrectomy, hepatectomy, Whipple procedure, and colorectal resection — one of Eastern India's leading GI oncosurgeons at CNCI.
Thoracic Oncology: Fellow-trained in thoracic oncology — specialist in lung and oesophageal cancer surgery — sought by patients needing thoracic cancer surgery in Kolkata, India.
Head & Neck Oncosurgery: Expert in oral cancer resection with microvascular free flap reconstruction including radial forearm microvascular flap transfer — a leading head and neck cancer surgeon at CNCI for international patients.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Modified D2 Gastrectomy (Stomach Cancer)
Hepatectomy (Liver Resection)
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Colorectal Cancer Resection
Radical Neck Dissection
Radial Forearm Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction
Oesophagectomy (Thoracic)
Mastectomy & Breast Oncosurgery
Pedicled Buccal Fat Pad Flap for Intraoral Defects
Tunnelled Central Venous Line Insertion (Paediatric Oncology)

List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), DJ Block, New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal — Director & Head of Department, Surgical Oncology — Present (Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India)

Past Affiliations

Cancer Centre Welfare Home & Research Institute (CCWHRI), Kolkata — DNB Surgical Oncology Training and Clinical Practice — 2000–2008
Medica Superspecialty Hospital, Kolkata — Surgical Oncologist (Past)

Academic & Research Roles

Professor (Surgical Oncology) — Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Govt. of India
Principal Investigator and contributor to multiple oncological research projects and publications
Projection studies on new cancer cases in West Bengal published in peer-reviewed journals
COVID-19 impact on cancer care — national cohort study contributor

Key Achievements

Director and HoD, Surgical Oncology, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI) — premier government cancer institution of India
25+ years of surgical oncology experience
Multiple indexed publications in Anticancer Research, Annals of Surgical Oncology, Scientific Reports, and national oncology journals
98% patient recommendation rate (verified reviews)
Expert in both complex reconstruction (radial forearm free flap) and advanced GI cancer surgery

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
West Bengal Medical Council

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Ghosh A, Maity GP, Bandyopadhyay M, Chakrabarti J. "Inactivation of 9q22.3 Tumor suppressor genes Predict outcome in Patients with Head and Neck Squamous cell carcinoma." Anticancer Research. 2013;33:1215–1220.
Sahu SK, Nanda DP, Mandal S, Chakrabarti J. "Prospective Study of Early Postoperative Course and Pathological Outcome of Modified D2 Gastrectomy." IOSR-Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences. April 2019;18(4):47–58.
Mandal S, Chakrabarti J. "Projection of new cancer cases in the state of West Bengal, India — 2020." International Journal of Medical and Biomedical Studies. 2021;5(3):109–120.
Chakrabarti J, Tekriwal R, Ganguli A, Ghosh S, Mishra PK. "Pedicled buccal fat pad flap for intraoral malignant defects: A series of 29 cases." Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery. 2009;41(1):36.
Chakrabarti J et al. "Reconstruction of post excisional defect of tongue and floor of mouth by Radial forearm Microvascular flap transfer." CCWHRI Bulletin. Jan 2007.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

GI and HPB oncosurgery outcomes in Eastern India
Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma molecular markers and surgical outcomes
Cancer burden projections and healthcare access in West Bengal

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Surgical Oncology Consultation	₹500 – ₹1,200	$6 – $14
Gastrectomy (D2) for Stomach Cancer	₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000	$3,000 – $6,000
Colorectal Cancer Resection	₹2,00,000 – ₹4,50,000	$2,400 – $5,400
Oral Cancer Resection with Free Flap	₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000	$3,000 – $7,200
Whipple Procedure (Pancreatic Cancer)	₹4,00,000 – ₹9,00,000	$4,800 – $10,800

*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 Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti use in Surgical Oncology?

Prof. Chakrabarti uses modified D2 gastrectomy, microvascular free flap reconstruction (radial forearm free flap), advanced HPB surgical techniques including Whipple procedure, endoscopic tunnelled venous access, laparoscopic oncosurgery, and evidence-based multidisciplinary tumour board-guided surgical planning.

2. What conditions does Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti specialise in treating?

Prof. Chakrabarti specialises in head and neck cancers, gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, liver, pancreatic and bile duct cancers, thoracic cancers, breast cancer, and gynaecological cancers. Patients seeking best surgical oncologist in Kolkata or GI cancer surgery in Eastern India consult him regularly.

3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti?

Appointments with Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti 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 Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti, 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 Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti offer second opinions for Surgical Oncology cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations are available for patients wishing to review cancer diagnosis, surgical staging, or treatment plans for GI, HPB, thoracic, or head and neck cancers with a Professor and Director at CNCI, Kolkata.

Frequently Asked Questions

Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti is the Director and Head of the Department of Surgical Oncology at Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Kolkata. He is a leading oncologist in India with over 25 years of experience in cancer surgery.

He specialises in Gastrointestinal (GI), Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB), Thoracic, and Head & Neck oncology. He is an expert in complex procedures like the Whipple surgery and oesophagectomy.

He serves as the Director at Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), operating from both the Hazra and Newtown campuses in Kolkata.

Yes, he completed an IACA Travelling Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology at the renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA.

Yes, he is a specialist in HPB surgery and regularly performs complex pancreatic surgeries, including the Whipple procedure, for pancreatic cancer patients.

Absolutely. He is a prolific researcher with over 30 publications in journals like The Lancet Oncology and Annals of Surgical Oncology. He is also a Principal Investigator for clinical trials.

Due to his high volume of patients, appointments can be streamlined by contacting the Cancer Rounds team for assistance.

Yes, Dr. Chakrabarti has specific expertise in reconstructive techniques, such as the pedicled buccal fat pad flap, to restore function and appearance after oral cancer removal.

With his extensive research on D2 Gastrectomy and decades of surgical experience, he is considered a top surgical oncologist in India for stomach and gastric cancers.

He has been instrumental in the development of CNCI's second campus and serves on government committees dedicated to improving affordable cancer care across India.

About Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Chakrabarti