Dr. Krithika Murugan

About Dr. Krithika Murugan

Dr. Krithika Murugan is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist and Breast Surgeon with over 22 years of clinical experience, internationally trained in the UK, specialising in breast oncoplastic surgery, breast reconstruction, robotic breast cancer surgery and laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery.

22+ years of clinical experience in surgical oncology with 8,000+ oncological surgeries performed — including 3,000+ breast cancer surgeries
MBBS (2002) Gold Medallist from a leading state university of health sciences in Bangalore; MRCS from a premier UK surgical college
Multiple international fellowships from the United Kingdom — in Breast and Colorectal Surgery, in Colorectal Surgery, and in Laparoscopic Surgery
Pioneer in advanced Breast Conservative Surgeries and minimally invasive robotic breast cancer surgery in India
Multiple international publications with prize-winning research; member of the British Medical Association and a premier UK surgical college

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India, 2002 (Gold Medallist)
MRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, United Kingdom

Fellowships & Special Training

Fellowship in Breast and Colorectal Surgery — Royal College of Surgeons, United Kingdom
Fellowship Training in Colorectal Surgery — Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Fellowship Training in Laparoscopic Surgery — MATTU, Guildford, United Kingdom
Specialised training in Higher Surgical Training — United Kingdom
Specialised training in Breast Oncoplastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Specialised training in Robotic Breast Cancer Surgery

Certifications & Accreditations

Karnataka Medical Council Registration
Royal College of Surgeons, United Kingdom — Member
British Medical Association — Member
Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO) — Member
Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Breast Cancer (Early, Locally Advanced, Recurrent)
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS)
Inflammatory Breast Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
BRCA-Positive Breast Cancer (Genetic Risk Management)
Benign Breast Disease
Colorectal Cancer
Anal Cancer
Rectal Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Surgical Management)
Sarcomas of the Breast & Soft Tissue
Phyllodes Tumours

Sub-specialties

Breast Oncoplastic Surgery: Breast conservation, oncoplasty and reconstruction — a leading Surgical Oncology specialist in Bangalore, India for breast oncoplastic surgery.
Robotic Breast Cancer Surgery: Minimally invasive techniques to improve breast cancer treatment — trusted as the best Surgical Oncologist doctor in India for robotic breast surgery.
Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery: Edinburgh-trained colorectal surgeon.
Breast Reconstruction & Cosmetic Surgery: Post-mastectomy aesthetic outcomes.
Genetic Risk Management: BRCA-positive breast cancer counselling and prophylactic surgery.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Breast Conservation Surgery (BCS)
Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
Breast Reconstruction (Immediate & Delayed)
Robotic Breast Cancer Surgery
Modified Radical Mastectomy
Skin-Sparing & Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
Anterior Resection & APR for Rectal Cancer
Right & Left Hemicolectomy
Prophylactic Mastectomy for BRCA-Positive Patients
Phyllodes Tumour Excision

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Krithika Murugan can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist & Breast Surgeon — HCG Comprehensive Cancer Care Hospital, K.R. Road, Bangalore, Karnataka, India (Present)
Consultant Surgical Oncologist — Manipal Northside Hospital, Bangalore, India

Past Affiliations

Higher Surgical Trainee — United Kingdom National Health Service (NHS)
Fellowship in Breast and Colorectal Surgery — Royal College of Surgeons, UK
Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery — Edinburgh, UK
Fellowship in Laparoscopic Surgery — MATTU, Guildford, UK

Academic & Research Roles

Author of multiple international publications with prize-winning research
Active in research and audit projects in breast oncology
Mentor and teacher to junior surgical trainees
Co-author of nutrition oncology research (Sathiaraj E, Afshan K, Sruthi, Jadoni A, Murugan K, Patil S, et al. Effects of a plant-based high-protein diet on fatigue in breast cancer patients undergoing adjuvant chemotherapy. Nutr Cancer. 2023;75(3):846–56.)

Key Achievements

22+ years of clinical experience in surgical oncology
8,000+ oncological surgeries performed
3,000+ breast cancer surgeries performed
MBBS Gold Medallist from a leading state health sciences university
Pioneer in advanced Breast Conservative Surgeries in India
Internationally trained UK colorectal and breast surgeon

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

MBBS Gold Medal from a leading Indian state health sciences university
Multiple prize-winning international publications
Royal College of Surgeons Fellowship recognition

Professional Memberships

Royal College of Surgeons, United Kingdom (MRCS)
British Medical Association
Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Sathiaraj E, Afshan K, Sruthi, Jadoni A, Murugan K, Patil S, et al. "Effects of a plant-based high-protein diet on fatigue in breast cancer patients undergoing adjuvant chemotherapy — a randomized controlled trial." Nutrition and Cancer. 2023;75(3):846–856.
Multiple international publications and prize-winning research projects
Multiple presentations at international breast oncology conferences

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Breast oncoplastic surgery
Robotic breast cancer surgery
Laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery
Nutrition oncology in breast cancer

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Surgical Oncology Consultation	₹1,000 – ₹2,500	$12 – $30
Modified Radical Mastectomy	₹1,80,000 – ₹4,00,000	$2,160 – $4,800
Breast Conservation Surgery (Lumpectomy)	₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000	$1,800 – $4,200
Radical Hysterectomy	₹2,50,000 – ₹5,50,000	$3,000 – $6,600
Whipple Procedure	₹5,50,000 – ₹10,00,000	$6,600 – $12,000
Robotic Cancer Surgery (per procedure)	₹3,50,000 – ₹8,50,000	$4,200 – $10,200
HIPEC Cytoreductive Surgery	₹6,50,000 – ₹12,00,000	$7,800 – $14,400
Total Thyroidectomy with Lymph Node Clearance	₹1,80,000 – ₹3,80,000	$2,160 – $4,560
Oesophagectomy / Gastrectomy	₹4,00,000 – ₹8,50,000	$4,800 – $10,200

*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. Krithika Murugan use in Surgical Oncologist treatment?

Dr. Krithika Murugan uses cutting-edge breast and colorectal onco-surgical techniques including breast conservation surgery (BCS), oncoplastic breast surgery, immediate and delayed breast reconstruction, robotic breast cancer surgery, modified radical mastectomy, skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary lymph node dissection, laparoscopic colorectal surgery, anterior resection and APR for rectal cancer, right and left hemicolectomy, prophylactic mastectomy for BRCA-positive patients and phyllodes tumour excision. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.

2. What conditions does Dr. Krithika Murugan specialize in treating?

Dr. Krithika Murugan is a specialist Surgical Oncologist treating breast cancer (early, locally advanced, recurrent), ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), inflammatory breast cancer, male breast cancer, BRCA-positive breast cancer (genetic risk management), benign breast disease, colorectal cancer, anal cancer, rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (surgical management), sarcomas of the breast and soft tissue, and phyllodes tumours. International patients seek her as a leading Surgical Oncology specialist in Bangalore, India for breast oncoplastic and reconstruction surgery.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Krithika Murugan?

Appointments with Dr. Krithika Murugan 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. Krithika Murugan?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Krithika Murugan, 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. Krithika Murugan offer second opinions for Surgical Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Krithika Murugan can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating breast oncoplastic surgery, robotic breast cancer surgery, breast reconstruction or laparoscopic colorectal surgery with a UK-trained Surgical Oncology specialist in Bangalore, India.

About Dr. Krithika Murugan