Dr. Rani Akhil Bhat

Major Cancer Types Treated

• Cervical Cancer
• Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer
• Ovarian Cancer
• Fallopian-Tube Cancer
• Vaginal Cancer
• Vulval Cancer

Sub-specialties

• Gynaecological Oncology
• Robotic Gynaecological Surgery
• Laparoscopic Gynaecological Surgery
• Cytoreductive Surgery
• Fertility Preserving Surgery in young cancer patients

Advanced Procedures Performed

• • Robotic Surgery (for both benign and malignant gynaecological conditions)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (advanced minimally invasive procedures)
  • HIPEC (Heated Intra-peritoneal Chemotherapy)
  • Cytoreductive Surgery
  • Ultra-radical Surgery for gynaecological cancers

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations

• Current Affiliations:
  • Senior Consultant – Gynaec Onco Surgeon (Robotic & Laparoscopic), Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta, Bangalore, India
  • Chief of Gyn-Oncology and Director of the Gynae-Oncology Fellowship Program, HCG Hospital, Bengaluru, India
• Past Affiliations:
  • Senior Consultant Gynaecologic Oncologist, BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Bangalore, India
  • Associate Professor of Obs-Gyn, Oman Medical College, Oman, affiliated to the West Virginia University, USA
  • Assistant Professor of Obs-Gyn, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India

Academic & Research Roles

• Division Chief and Fellowship Director, Gynecologic Oncology at Apollo Hospital, Bangalore.
• Mentors young gynaecologists in gynaecological oncology.
• Authored several chapters in textbooks of gynaecology.
• Published extensively in medical journals.
• Reviews articles for the International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences and the Oman Medical Journal.

Key Achievements & Contributions

• • Lead Gynaecological Oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, Bangalore.
  • Established and directed the Gynae-Oncology Fellowship Program at HCG Hospital.
  • Pioneered advanced robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques in gynaecological oncology.
  • Recipient of numerous national and international awards and grants for her work in gynaecological oncology research and practice.

National & International Awards

• IGCS 2014 Travel Grant to attend the International Gynecologic Cancer Society meeting in Melbourne, Australia, November 2014.
• Grant to attend the “Young Doctors Summit” of the International Gynecologic Cancer Society in Vancouver, Canada, in October 2012.
• The IGCS Gynecologic-Oncology Travelling Scholarship with Prof. Marie Plante at the L’Hotel-Dieu de Quebec, Quebec City, Canada, March 2009.
• The FIGO/IGCS Gynecologic-Oncology Fellowship for training in gynaecological oncology at the Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne, Australia, Jun-Aug 2006.
• “2006 Avon Foundation-AACR International Scholar-in-Training Grant” for a paper on “Photoacoustic Spectroscopic Studies Of Ovarian Tissue In Different Pathological Conditions: Classification Using Cluster Analysis” at the 97th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research held at Washington, DC, April 2006.
• "BEST PRESENTATION" for a poster on “Efficacy Of Raman Spectroscopy In Screening For Ovarian Cancer: A Preliminary Report” presented at the 21st All India Coordinating Committee of Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists conference held at Kolkata, India, March 2006.
• "BEST POSTER" for “The Pap Smear – What You Should Know About It” on Pap Smear Day – Women’s Health Education and Awareness on Cervical Cancer held at Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, India, November 2005.
• FIRST PRIZE in the “Dr. Oon Chiew Seng International Oral-Poster Presentation Competition” for a paper on “Diagnosis of Malignancy in Ovarian Tumours – A New Alternative to Frozen Section” presented at 5th Singapore O&G Congress, held at Singapore, September 2005.
• “BEST POSTER” presentation for a paper on “Semen Parameters and Conception Rates after Varicocoelectomy” presented at the International Conference of the SAARC Surgical Care Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka, in August 2003.

Published Papers in Medical Journals

• "Comparison of Minimally Invasive Surgery Versus Laparotomy for Surgical Staging of Endometrial Carcinoma: A Retrospective Study," Birat Journal of Health Sciences, (2020).
• "Surgical and survival outcomes with neoadjuvant chemotherapy in advanced epithelial ovarian cancer: a longitudinal study in a tertiary cancer center," Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, (2020).
• "Role of Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography in Preoperative Assessment of Carcinoma Endometrium-a Retrospective Analysis," Indian J Surg Oncol, (2019).
• "Primary peritoneal carcinosarcoma arising from the secondary Müllerian system: case report and literature review," Southern African Journal of Gynaecological Oncology, (2018).
• "Mitotically active cellular fibroma of the ovary: a rare case and review of the literature," Southern African Journal of Gynaecological Oncology, (2017).
• "Findings and Outcomes in a Prevaccination Cohort of Women Younger Than 25 Years Attending a Tertiary Colposcopy Service," J Low Genit Tract Dis, (2016).
• "Survival Impact of Secondary Cytoreductive Surgery for Recurrent Ovarian Cancer in Asian Population," Oman Med J, (2015).
• "Endometriosis after Surgical Menopause Mimicking Pelvic Malignancy - A Surgeon's Predicament," Oman Medical Journal, (2014).
• "Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor of the Ovary: Analysis of a Single Institution Database," J Obstet Gynaecol Res, (2013).
• "Hemosuccus Pancreaticus: A Rare Cause Of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding During Pregnancy," Oman Medical Journal, (2010).
• "Serum Protein Profile Study Of Cervical Cancers In Monitoring Of Tumour Response To Radiotherapy Using HPLC-LIF: A Pilot Study," Medical Laser Application, (2009).
• "Autoflourescence of Ovarian Normal, Benign And Malignant Tissues: A Pilot Study," Photomedicine and Laser Surgery, (2009).
• "Pregnancy Associated Breast Cancer – The Obstetrician’s Role," Journal of the Indian Medical Association, (2008).
• "Diagnosis Of Ovarian Cancer By Raman Spectroscopy: A Pilot Study," Photomedicine And Laser Surgery, (2008).
• "Discrimination Of Ovarian Tumours: A Laser Spectroscopy Approach," Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal, (2008).
• "Profile of Non-Obstetric Complications Of Surgical Importance During Pregnancy," Asian Journal of OBS & GYNAE Practice, (2007).
• "FTIR And Raman Microspectroscopy Of Normal, Benign, And Malignant Formalin-Fixed Ovarian Tissues," Analytical & Bioanalytical Chemistry, (2007).
• "A Comparative Study Of Extra-Amniotic Instillation of Normal Saline Versus Ethacridine Lactate For Induction of Labour In Antepartum Fetal Death," The Internet Journal of Third World Medicine, (2007).
• "The Immunology Of Pregnancy," Asian Journal of OBS & GYNAE Practice, (2007).
• "Surgical Causes For Acute Abdomen During Pregnancy," OBS & GYNAE Today, (2007).
• "Experience With Uterine Leiomyomas At A Teaching Referral Hospital in India," Journal of Gynecologic Surgery, (2006).
• "Influences Of One Elevated Glucose Tolerance Test Value On Pregnancy," The Internet Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, (2006).
• "Re-Look At The Duration Of Human Pregnancy," Singapore Med J, (2006).
• "Liver Diseases Complicating Pregnancy," Obs & Gynae Today, (2006).
• "Labour Admission Test: A Screening Tool," Obs & Gynae Today, (2006).
• "Raman Spectroscopy Studies For Diagnosis Of Cancers In Human Uterine Cervix," Vibrational Spectroscopy, (2006).
• "Protein Profile Study Of Clinical Samples Of Ovarian Cancer Using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Laser Induced Fluorescence (HPLC-LIF)," Proc. SPIE, (2006).
• "Evaluation of the Suitability of Ex-Vivo Handled Ovarian Tissues For Optical Diagnosis By Raman Microspectroscopy," Biopolymers, (2005).
• "Fetal Sacrococcygeal Teratoma," The Internet Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, (2005).

Books & Chapters Authored

• "Vaginal Cancer: Epidemiology and Risk Factors" in Preventive Oncology for the Gynecologist, Springer, (2019).
• "Obesity in Pregnancy" in Medical Disorders in Pregnancy – An Update (First Edition). Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India, Jaypee, (2006).
• Chapter 32 "Postpartum Hemorrhage" in Obstetrics and Gynecology for Postgraduates - (Volume I). Edited by Arulkumaran Sabaratnam, Gopalan Sarala & Pratap Kumar. Universities Press, (2009).

Editorial Activities

• Reviews articles for the International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences.
• Reviews articles for the Oman Medical Journal.

Notable Cases Handled

• Successfully performed numerous complex robotic and laparoscopic surgeries for advanced gynaecological cancers.
• Managed intricate cases requiring HIPEC surgery and cytoreductive surgery, leading to improved patient outcomes.
• Provided fertility-preserving options for young cancer patients, enhancing their quality of life post-treatment.

Patient Testimonials

• "When I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, I was overwhelmed. Dr. Rani Bhat not only explained every step of my robotic surgery with incredible clarity but also showed immense compassion. Her expertise and reassuring manner made all the difference in my recovery journey." - Priya S.
• "Dr. Bhat is truly a lifesaver. Her knowledge of gynaecological oncology is exceptional, and she treated my endometrial cancer with such precision using laparoscopic techniques. I am so grateful for her dedicated care." - A. Singh
• "Facing a cancer diagnosis is incredibly scary, but Dr. Rani Bhat's calm and confident approach to my cervical cancer treatment put me at ease. Her team was fantastic, and I felt supported throughout my HIPEC surgery and recovery." - Meena D.

Patient-Centred Care

• Dr. Bhat's approach is deeply patient-centred, prioritising both advanced medical treatment and unwavering concern and respect for her patients and their families. She is a strong advocate for evidence-based medicine, ensuring patients are fully informed about their condition, treatment options, and are actively involved in decision-making. For Dr. Bhat, making a significant difference in the lives of women with cancer is the most gratifying aspect of her profession.

Technology & Innovation

• Dr. Bhat is at the forefront of adopting the latest medical technologies, particularly in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, to deliver precision and minimally invasive treatments for gynaecological cancers. Her expertise in advanced procedures like HIPEC demonstrates her commitment to innovative and effective cancer care.

Treatment costs for gynaecological cancers vary significantly based on the specific cancer type, stage, chosen treatment modality (e.g., robotic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, HIPEC), hospital stay duration, and any required 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 typically offers comprehensive support for international patients, including language services to ensure clear communication and understanding throughout the treatment journey.

Visa & Travel Assistance

• The Cancer Rounds team provides assistance with visa processes, travel arrangements, airport transfers, and accommodation to ensure a seamless experience for international patients travelling for treatment.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations

• Telemedicine capabilities are available for initial discussions, review of medical records, and obtaining second opinions before international patients travel to India. This allows for early assessment and treatment planning.