Rainbow Children's Hospital and BirthRight by Rainbow, Hyderabad – India
About Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati
Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist and Breast Surgeon in Hyderabad with 13+ years of experience in advanced breast oncology, oncoplastic surgery, and reconstructive techniques. She is internationally trained at Tata Memorial Hospital and Royal Stoke University Hospital, UK, and is one of the few qualified female Breast Oncology and Oncoplastic Surgeons in Hyderabad.
- 13+ years of clinical experience in surgical oncology and breast surgery
- UK-trained — UHNM Breast Oncoplasty Fellowship at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent
- HBNI Breast Oncology Fellowship at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- MRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK
- One of very few qualified female Breast Oncoplastic Surgeons in Hyderabad
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati
Consultation Fees Rs. 1000 /-
Sunshine Hospitals, Hyderabad
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Deemed University, Chennai, India, 2010
- Internship — Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad, India, 2011
- MS — General Surgery, Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai, India, 2015
- MRCS — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, 2016
Fellowships & Special Training
- HBNI Breast Oncology Fellowship — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India, 2018
- UHNM Breast Oncoplasty Fellowship — Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, 2019
- Observership — Department of Vascular Surgery, New York University, New York, USA, 2012
- Observership — Department of Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Sunshine Hospitals, Hyderabad, 2012
Certifications & Accreditations
- Telangana State Medical Council Registration No. 11484
- Member — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK (MRCS)
- Member — Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Member — Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer (All Stages)
- Benign Breast Tumours (Fibroadenoma, Phyllodes)
- Breast Cysts
- Breast Infections (Mastitis, Breast Abscess)
- Gynaecomastia (Male Breast)
- Cosmetic Breast Concerns
- Post-Mastectomy Reconstruction Needs
- Breast-Related Genetic Risk (BRCA Counselling)
Sub-specialties
- Breast Oncoplastic Surgery: UK-trained expert in breast conservation surgery and oncoplastic reconstruction — a leading surgical oncologist specialist in Hyderabad for breast cancer with aesthetic outcomes.
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery: Specialist in local flap reconstruction, implant-based reconstruction, and nipple reconstruction — among the best surgical oncologist doctor in India for post-mastectomy breast restoration.
- Breast Aesthetic Surgery: Skilled in mammoplasty (augmentation and reduction), fat grafting, and cosmetic breast procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Breast Conservation Surgery (Lumpectomy)
- Modified Radical Mastectomy (MRM)
- Skin-Sparing & Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy
- Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Augmentation & Reduction (Mammoplasty)
- Fat Grafting
- Nipple Reconstruction
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy (SLNB)
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India — Consultant Surgical Oncologist & Breast Surgeon (Present)
- Rainbow Children's Hospital and BirthRight by Rainbow, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad — Consultant Surgical Oncologist (Concurrent)
- Rainbow Children's Hospital and BirthRight by Rainbow, Kondapur, Hyderabad — Consultant Surgical Oncologist (Concurrent)
Past Affiliations
- Sunshine Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad — Consultant Surgical Oncologist, 2021
- American Oncology Institute / Citizens Specialty Hospital, Hyderabad — Consultant Breast Oncology and Oncoplastic Surgeon, 2020
- Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hyderabad — Consultant Surgical Oncologist, 2015–2016
- Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai — Research Fellow, Department of Breast Oncology, 2016 (3 months)
- Royal Stoke University Hospital, NHS, UK — UHNM Breast Oncoplasty Fellow, 2019
Academic & Research Roles
- Multiple oral presentations at Indian Cancer Congress and UAE Cancer Congress
- Author of peer-reviewed publications in JMSCR and Edorium Journal of Surgery
- Active in research on internal mammary lymph node dissection in breast cancer
Key Achievements
- 13+ years of clinical experience in breast and surgical oncology
- Quiz Winner — "Navigating Clinical Conundrums in Breast Cancer", Mumbai Oncology Association, representing Tata Memorial Hospital, 2016
- Won 3 awards for case report presentations at SRMC (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour, Chordoma, Heterotopic Pancreas)
- One of very few qualified female Breast Oncoplastic Surgeons in Hyderabad
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Quiz Winner — "Navigating Clinical Conundrums in Breast Cancer", Mumbai Oncology Association, 2016 (representing Tata Memorial Hospital)
- 3 Awards — Case Report Presentations at Sri Ramachandra Medical College
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK (MRCS)
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI)
- Telangana State Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Chigurupati P, Thiyagarajan M, Alexander N, Venkatesan V, Singh R, Vikram A. A case series of Bowel Evisceration — its management. Journal of Medical Science and Clinical Research (JMSCR). 2015 Jun;3(6):6254–6259.
- Thiyagarajan M, Chigurupati P, Singh R. A Rare case of Nonfunctioning Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor and its surgical management. JMSCR. 2014 Nov;2(11):3031–3036.
- Thiyagarajan M, Chigurupati P, Singh B. A Rare giant gynaecomastia and an abnormal 46XY 15ps+ karyotype in a 15-year-old boy — a case report. Edorium Journal of Surgery. 2014;1:10–13.
- Kabeer KK, Rawet T, Nicholls E, Chigurupati P, et al. Investigations during surveillance follow-up of breast cancer patients: Impact on patient care.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Internal mammary lymph node dissection in breast cancer
- Magseed-localised wide local excisions in breast surgery
- Surgical site infection prevention in breast surgery
- Inflammatory markers in early breast cancer
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical Oncology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹1,500 | $10 – $20 |
| Breast Conservation Surgery (Lumpectomy) | ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000 | $1,440 – $3,360 |
| Modified Radical Mastectomy (MRM) | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,80,000 | $2,200 – $4,560 |
| Oncoplastic Breast Surgery with Reconstruction | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,000 – $6,600 |
| Breast Reconstruction (Implant / Flap) | ₹2,80,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,360 – $7,200 |
*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. Pragnya Chigurupati use in Surgical Oncologist treatment?
Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati uses advanced breast oncology technologies including oncoplastic surgical techniques, sentinel lymph node biopsy, Magseed localisation, immediate breast reconstruction (implant and flap-based), nipple reconstruction, and fat grafting — supporting precise, breast-preserving outcomes aligned with NHS UK and Tata Memorial standards.
2. What conditions does Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati specialize in treating?
Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati is a leading surgical oncologist specialist in Hyderabad, India, treating breast cancer (all stages), benign breast tumours, breast cysts, mastitis, breast abscess, gynaecomastia, cosmetic breast concerns, and post-mastectomy reconstruction — among the best surgical oncologist doctor in India for breast oncology and oncoplasty.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati?
Appointments with Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati 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. Pragnya Chigurupati?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati, 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 counseling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Pragnya Chigurupati offer second opinions for Surgical Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of breast cancer surgery, oncoplastic options, or reconstruction from a leading Surgical Oncologist specialist in Hyderabad, India.
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