Dr. Krunal Khobragade

Medical Degrees:

• MBBS – Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur (2005)
• MS (General Surgery) – Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai (2010)
• MRCS – Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh (2014)
• MCh (Surgical Oncology) [Gold Medal] – Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2017)

Fellowships & Special Training:

• UICC Technical Fellowship – Division of Colorectal Surgery, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, South Korea (2022)
• Ethicon Fellowship – GI, HPB, and Robotic Surgery, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2018)
• European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) Fellowship – Hospital Moises Broggi, Barcelona, Spain (Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC)
• Travelling Fellowship/Observership at Portsmouth, United Kingdom (Colorectal Cancer)
• Certified Robotic Surgeon – Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
• Certified by National Cancer Centre Singapore in HIPEC and PIPAC
• Fellowship of Indian Association of Gastro-intestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (FIAGES) (2013)
• Certificate course in Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary surgery (2015)
• Training in vascular anastomoses (2017)
• Certificate course in Clinical Research Methodology (2016)
• Fellowship in Uro-Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2012)
• Fellowship in GI and HPB Surgery, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2018)

Certifications & Accreditations:

• Gold Medallist – MCh Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital.
• Certified Robotic Surgeon.
• Certified in HIPEC and PIPAC.

Major Cancer Types Treated:

• GI Cancers
• Gynaecological Cancers
• Oral Cavity Cancer
• Thyroid Cancer
• Breast Cancer
• Retroperitoneal Sarcomas
• GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours)
• Neuroendocrine Tumours
• Urological Cancers
• Extremity and Trunk Sarcomas
• Metastatic Liver Disease

Sub-specialties:

• GI Surgical Oncology
• HPB Surgical Oncology
• Robotic Oncology Surgery
• Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC
• Peritoneal Surface Malignancy
• Breast Surgical Oncology
• Uro-Oncology

Advanced Procedures Performed:

• Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
• Robotic Surgery for GI and Gynaecological malignancies
• Surgery for Advanced Gastric and Colorectal Cancer
• Surgery for Pancreatic, Gall Bladder, and Liver Cancer
• Surgery for Ovarian, Uterine, and Gynaecological Cancer
• Oral Cavity and Thyroid Cancer Surgery
• Breast Cancer Surgery, Breast Conservation Surgery with Reconstruction
• PIPAC (Pressurised Intraperitoneal Aerosolised Chemotherapy)
• Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
• Pelvic Exenteration
• Surgical management of Retroperitoneal Sarcomas, GIST, Neuroendocrine tumours.
• Surgical management of metastatic liver disease.

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:

• Current Affiliations:
• Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist, HCG Cancer Center - Nagpur
• Consultant, KIMS Kingsway Hospital, Nagpur, Maharashtra
• Private Practice, Dr. Krunal Khobragade’s Cancer Care Clinic, Nagpur
• Past Affiliations:
• Head of Department, GI and HBP Surgical Oncology, Sir HN Reliance Hospital and Research Center, Mumbai
• Senior Fellow – GI and HPB and Robotic Oncology Surgery, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2018-2019)
• Specialist Registrar – Department of Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2017-2018)
• MCh Surgical Oncology – Senior Resident, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2014-2017)
• Senior Resident – Department of Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2011-2012)
• Clinical Associate in Surgical Gastroenterology, Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai (2013-2014)
• Senior Resident – Department of General Surgery, University College of Medical Sciences & Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi (2010-2011)

Academic & Research Roles:

• Multiple journal articles and conference papers to his credit.
• Presented papers at international conferences like IHPBA World Congress, Asia Pacific Neuroendocrine Tumour Society Conference, HBP Surgery Week, The Liver Week.
• Presented at national conferences like Indian Cancer Congress and ISGCON.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

• Performed 5000+ cancer surgeries.
• Gold Medallist in MCh Surgical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital.
• Pioneer in starting the PIPAC programme in Nagpur and Central India.
• Awarded UICC Technical Fellowship.
• Head of GI and HBP surgical oncology at Sir HN Reliance Hospital.
• Felicitation by Chief Minister of Maharashtra for overall achievement.
• Globally trained across premier institutions in Seoul, Barcelona, Portsmouth, and Singapore.

National & International Awards:

• UICC Technical Fellowship Award – Division of Colorectal Surgery, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, South Korea (2022)
• Ethicon Fellowship - GI, HPB and Robotic Surgery, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (2018)
• Gold Medal - Academic accomplishments in MCh Surgical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital
• Outstanding Student Award - Golden Jubilee Celebrations, IGGMC Nagpur
• Best Oral Presentation, HBP Surgery Week 2020, Seoul, South Korea
• Felicitation by Chief Minister of Maharashtra – for overall achievement, golden jubilee celebrations, IGGMC (2018)

Recognitions & Honors:

• Certified Robotic Surgeon.
• Certified by National Cancer Centre Singapore in HIPEC and PIPAC.
• European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) Fellowship.
• Travelling Fellowship/Observership at Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

Published Papers in Medical Journals:

• "The reality of cholangiocarcinoma in India- real world data from a tertiary referral centre." HPB (Oxford). (2022)
• "Robotic surgery for gall bladder cancer: operative technique and early outcomes." J Surg Oncol. (2019)
• "Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Gallbladder: A Step Beyond Palliative Therapy, Experience of 25 Cases." J Gastrointest Cancer. (2018)
• "Management of fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma." Chin Clin Oncol (2018)
• "Current management strategies in gallbladder cancers." Cancer Res Stat Treat (2018)
• "Comment on Palmeri et al.'s (2022) pattern of recurrence and survival after D2 right colectomy for cancer: is there place for a routine more extended lymphadenectomy?" Updates Surg. (2022)
• "Primary retroperitoneal GIST: Case Report and review of literature." Indian Journal of Cancer (ahead of publication)
• "Leiomyosarcoma of penis." Indian J Cancer. (2015)
• "Tongue trail to kidney." Indian J Med Paediatr Oncol. (2014)
• "Laparoscopic excision of hepatoduodenal ligament cyst." J Minim Access Surg. (2012)
• "Robotic oncology surgery for gall bladder cancer: operative technique and early outcomes." Goel M, Khobragade K, Patkar S. J Surg Oncol. (2019)
• "Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Gallbladder: A Step Beyond Palliative Therapy, Experience of 25 Cases." Kanetkar AV, Patkar S, Khobragade KH, Ostwal V, Ramaswamy A, Goel M. J Gastrointest Cancer. (2018)
• "Management of fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma." Vikram A. Chaudhari, Krunal Khobragade, Manish Bhandare, Shailesh V. Shrikhande. Chin Clin Oncol (2018)
• "Primary retroperitoneal GIST: Case Report and review of literature." Khobragade K, Patkar S, Goel M. Indian Journal of Cancer (ahead of publication)
• "Leiomyosarcoma of penis." Khobragade KH, Tamhankar AS, Bakshi GK, Tongaonkar HB, Menon S. Indian J Cancer. (2015)
• "Tongue trail to kidney." Khobragade KH, Bakshi GK, Prakash G, Menon S. Indian J Med Paediatr Oncol. (2014)
• "Laparoscopic excision of hepatoduodenal ligament cyst." Deshpande A, Dalvi AN, Thanky HB, Khobragade K. J Minim Access Surg. (2012)

Notable Cases Handled:

• Pioneered the PIPAC programme in Nagpur for advanced cancer with peritoneal spread.
• Successfully performed complex Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC for various advanced malignancies.
• Expertly conducted Robotic Surgeries for GI and Gynaecological cancers, leading to faster recovery and smaller scars.
• Managed challenging cases of pancreatic, liver, and colorectal cancers with world-class surgical precision.

Patient Testimonials:

• “Dr. Krunal Khobragade is truly a top robotic surgeon in Nagpur. His expertise with my complex GI cancer surgery using robotic techniques was exceptional. The recovery was faster than I expected, and his compassionate approach made all the difference. I am incredibly grateful.” - Mrs. Deshmukh
• “We were told my mother’s ovarian cancer was very advanced, but Dr. Khobragade’s skill with Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC gave her a new lease on life. He is a brilliant and dedicated leading surgical oncologist in India, and we trust him completely.” - Rahul S.
• “Dr. Khobragade’s personalised approach and vast experience with advanced colorectal cancer surgery were exactly what I needed. He ensured I understood every step and felt supported. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a top GI cancer specialist.” - Mr. Verma

Patient-Centred Care: Dr. Krunal Khobragade's mission is to empower patients to not just fight cancer but to emerge as confident survivors. He offers personalised and specialised treatment plans, drawing from global clinical insights and vast hands-on experience. His commitment, precision, and compassionate care ensure patients receive world-class, empathetic treatment.

Technology & Innovation: Dr. Khobragade is at the forefront of surgical oncology, constantly integrating the latest technological advancements. He is a certified Robotic Surgeon, a pioneer in PIPAC, and highly proficient in Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC. His focus on minimally invasive techniques like robotic and laparoscopic surgery leads to faster recovery and smaller scars for his patients.

Costs for surgical oncology procedures with Dr. Krunal Khobragade vary based on the specific cancer, the complexity of the surgery (e.g., open, robotic, HIPEC), the hospital stay, and post-operative care.

For appointment booking and to get a personalised cost estimate, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds team.

Language Support: The Cancer Rounds team provides comprehensive language support for international patients, ensuring clear communication throughout their medical journey.

Visa & Travel Assistance: The Cancer Rounds team offers dedicated assistance with visa processes, travel arrangements, airport transfers, and accommodation, simplifying the experience for international patients.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations: Telemedicine capabilities are available for international patients to discuss their medical records, receive initial assessments, and obtain second opinions from Dr. Krunal Khobragade before travelling to India.