Dr. Praveen Kammar

Dr. Praveen Kammar

Surgical Oncologist

12+ years of experience

MBBS, MCh, MS, MRCS, Fellowship

Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai – India Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai – India

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About Dr. Praveen Kammar

Dr. Praveen Kammar is an exceptionally skilled and renowned surgical oncologist in Mumbai, recognised as one of the leading GI and Gynae cancer surgeons in India. With over 12 years of dedicated experience, his surgical expertise is backed by elite training from the prestigious Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, one of Asia’s top cancer institutes. Dr. Kammar holds international fellowships, including one in colorectal surgery from South Korea, and is a recipient of the esteemed “International Career Development Scholarship” from the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He is a master of minimally invasive techniques, including robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopy, and is a leading expert in complex procedures like Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) and HIPEC for advanced abdominal cancers. His commitment to combining cutting-edge technology with evidence-based practice makes him a top choice for patients with complex gastrointestinal and gynaecological malignancies.

  • Medical Degrees
    • M.Ch (Surgical Oncology)
    • MS (General Surgery)
    • MBBS

    Fellowships & Special Training

    • MRCS
    • Fellowship in GI–Colorectal Surgery (Ethicon sponsored): Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai
    • Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery: Yonsei Cancer Center, Seoul, South Korea
    • Advanced Training in Peritoneal Malignancies (CRS, HIPEC, PIPAC): Saifee Hospital, Mumbai

  • Major Cancer Types Treated
    • Gastrointestinal Cancers: Colorectal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Esophagus Cancer, Liver, Pancreas, Gallbladder, and Bile Duct Cancers.
    • Gynaecological Cancers: Ovarian Cancer, Uterine Cancer.
    • Peritoneal Cancers: Peritoneal Mesothelioma, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Peritoneal Metastases.
    • Other solid tumours of the Head & Neck, Breast, and Thorax.

    Sub-specialties

    • GI Oncosurgery
    • Gynaecological Oncosurgery
    • Colorectal Surgery
    • Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
    • Minimally Invasive Oncosurgery (Robotic & Laparoscopic)

    Advanced Procedures Performed

    • Robotic Cancer Surgery (using Da-Vinci Xi and SI systems)
    • Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) and HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
    • Pressurised Intraperitoneal Aerosol Chemotherapy (PIPAC)
    • Advanced Laparoscopic and Thoracoscopic Cancer Surgeries
    • Sphincter Saving Surgeries for low rectal cancer
    • Trans-anal Endoscopic Surgeries (TES)

  • Current Affiliation: Director & Consultant Surgical Oncologist, Specialty Surgical Oncology (SSO) Hospital and Research Center, Mumbai
  • Visiting Consultant at: Hiranandani Hospital, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Saifee Hospital, S. L. Raheja Hospital (Fortis), HCG Cancer Centre, Surya Hospital, Thunga Hospitals.
  • Past Affiliations:
    • Specialist Senior Registrar, Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai
    • Consultant Surgical Oncologist, Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Hyderabad

Academic & Research Roles

  • Actively involved in clinical research with a focus on peritoneal therapies and outcomes in colorectal cancer.
  • Prolific author with over 76 publications in peer-reviewed national and international journals.
  • Life member of key professional organisations including the Society of Peritoneal Surface Oncology of India (SPSOI) and the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI).

Key Achievements & Contributions

  • Trained and practiced extensively at Tata Memorial Centre, contributing to both clinical care and research.
  • One of the few surgeons in Mumbai with dedicated international training in both robotic colorectal surgery and peritoneal surface malignancies.
  • As part of the Specialty Surgical Oncology group, he collaborates with other experts to provide world-class, multi-disciplinary cancer care.

National & International Awards

  • International Career Development Scholarship, American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS), USA (2021)

Published Papers in Medical Journals

  • Perioperative outcomes and platinum resistant recurrence in patients undergoing systematic, protocol-based, total parietal peritonectomy during interval cytoreductive surgery for advanced ovarian cancer: results of the TORPEDO study, International Journal of Gynecological Cancer (2024)
  • Long-Term Survival in Patients Treated by Cytoreductive Surgery with or Without HIPEC for Peritoneal Surface Malignancies—A report from the Indian HIPEC Registry, Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology (2023)
  • Feasibility and Safety of Taxane-PIPAC in Patients with Peritoneal Malignancies—a Retrospective Bi-institutional Study, Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology (2022)
  • Downstaging in Advanced Rectal Cancers: A Propensity Matched Comparison between Short Course Radiation Followed By Chemotherapy and Long Course Chemoradiation, Annals of Surgical Oncology (2021)
  • Laparoscopic vs. Open resection in locally advanced rectal cancers: A propensity‐matched analysis of oncological and short term outcomes, Colorectal Disease (2021)
  • Greater-omentum lesion-score (GOLS) as a predictor of residual disease in different regions of the peritoneal cavity in patients undergoing interval cytoreductive surgery, Journal of Gynecologic Oncology (2021)
  • Distribution of residual disease in the peritoneum following neoadjuvant chemotherapy in advanced epithelial ovarian cancer and its potential therapeutic implications, Journal of Gynecologic Oncology (2020)
  • Robotic posterior pelvic exenteration for locally advanced rectal cancer: Video vignette, Colorectal Disease (2019)

  • "My mother was diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer that had spread. We were told about HIPEC, and Dr. Praveen Kammar's name came highly recommended. He performed the extensive surgery with immense skill. His confidence and clear communication gave our family strength. My mother is now in remission, and we are forever grateful to him." - R. Sharma
  • "I was diagnosed with rectal cancer at a young age and was terrified of needing a permanent colostomy bag. Dr. Kammar performed a robotic sphincter-saving surgery. The precision of the robot in his hands was incredible. I have recovered fully and have an excellent quality of life. He is truly the best colorectal cancer surgeon in Mumbai." - Sameer Desai
  • "Dr. Kammar is a brilliant surgeon. He treated my father's stomach cancer with laparoscopic surgery. The recovery was so much faster than we expected. His training from Tata Memorial is evident in his meticulous approach to cancer care." - Anjali Iyer

Patient-Centred Care

  • Dr. Kammar is guided by the philosophy, "No Research Without Action; No Action Without Research." He is dedicated to applying the latest scientific evidence to his clinical practice, ensuring each patient receives the most advanced and effective treatment. He focuses on a collaborative approach, working closely with his patients to develop personalised care plans that align with their goals.

Technology & Innovation

  • He is a firm believer in using technology to improve surgical outcomes. Dr. Kammar is an expert in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, which offers patients benefits like smaller incisions, less pain, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery. His specialisation in complex procedures like CRS, HIPEC, and PIPAC demonstrates his commitment to offering cutting-edge solutions for advanced cancers.

Treatment/ProcedureEstimated Cost in INREstimated Cost in USD
Robotic Colectomy/Rectal Resection₹6,00,000 - ₹9,00,000$7,200 - $10,800
Laparoscopic Colectomy₹4,00,000 - ₹6,00,000$4,800 - $7,200
Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) with HIPEC₹8,00,000 - ₹15,00,000+$9,600 - $18,000+
Robotic Gynaecological Cancer Surgery₹5,50,000 - ₹8,00,000$6,600 - $9,600

Disclaimer: These are approximate costs and are subject to change. For a precise quote and consultation fee details, please connect with the Cancer Rounds team.

Language Support

  • The Cancer Rounds team provides professional language interpretation services to ensure clear and comfortable communication for international patients during their consultations with Dr. Praveen Kammar and his medical team.

Visa & Travel Assistance

  • Our dedicated international patient services team offers comprehensive support, including medical visa facilitation, flight and accommodation arrangements, and airport transfers for a hassle-free visit to India.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations

  • Dr. Praveen Kammar is available for pre-treatment online consultations. This allows patients from around the world to receive an expert second opinion, discuss their case, and have a preliminary treatment plan before travelling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Praveen Kammar is a surgical oncologist specialising in Gastrointestinal (GI) and Gynaecological cancers. He is a leading expert in minimally invasive techniques like robotic and laparoscopic surgery, and complex procedures such as Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) and HIPEC for advanced abdominal cancers.

HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) is a specialised cancer treatment that involves circulating heated chemotherapy drugs throughout the abdominal cavity after surgically removing all visible tumours (CRS). It is used for cancers that have spread to the peritoneal lining, such as ovarian cancer, colorectal cancer, and mesothelioma. Dr. Kammar is one of the top HIPEC surgeons in Mumbai.

Robotic surgery offers enhanced 3D vision, greater precision, and improved dexterity for the surgeon. For the patient, this translates to smaller incisions, less pain and blood loss, a shorter hospital stay, and a faster return to normal activities compared to traditional open surgery. Dr. Kammar is an expert in robotic platforms like the Da-Vinci system.

This is an advanced surgical technique for low-lying rectal cancers that aims to remove the tumour completely while preserving the anal sphincter muscles. This allows the patient to avoid a permanent colostomy bag and maintain normal bowel function. Dr. Kammar is highly skilled in performing these complex procedures.

Yes, Dr. Kammar is an expert in treating advanced ovarian cancer. His expertise includes performing comprehensive Cytoreductive Surgery (debulking) and HIPEC, which has been shown to improve outcomes for select patients with this disease.

You can schedule a virtual consultation with Dr. Kammar for a second opinion by contacting the Cancer Rounds. The team will assist you with the appointment scheduling and the process of sharing your medical reports.

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