Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai – India
About Dr. Sanket Mehta
Dr. Sanket Mehta is a highly experienced and renowned Surgical Oncologist in Mumbai. With an experience of more than a decade of experience, he specializes in advanced peritoneal cancer surgery and complex abdominal cancers. He is a leading expert in Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) and HIPEC, offering hope to patients with peritoneal metastasis, ovarian cancer, colorectal cancer, and pseudomyxoma peritonei. Dr. Mehta is also skilled in robotic and minimally invasive gastrointestinal cancer surgery, which helps ensure faster recovery and better outcomes. With extensive international training and a strong academic background, he follows a precision-focused and evidence-based approach to cancer treatment. Patients trust Dr. Sanket Mehta for his compassionate care, transparent communication, and personalised treatment planning. His goal is to deliver the best possible cancer surgery, with a focus on long-term survival and improved quality of life, making him one of the most trusted Surgical Oncologists in Mumbai.
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Sanket Mehta
Consultation Fees Rs. 2000 /-
Saifee Hospital, Mumbai
Qualifications & Credentials
- MBBS
- MS (General Surgery)
- DNB (General Surgery
- PHO–BMT Fellowship, National University Hospital, Singapore
- ECMO & Clinical Research Fellowship, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- IOP Fellowship, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, USA
- Fellowship in Digestive and Minimal Invasive Surgery, Gastrointestinal Oncology & Cytoreductive Surgery, CRLC Val d’Aurelle, Montpellier, France
- Fellowship in Digestive and Minimal Invasive Surgery, L’Hôpital Saint-Eloi, CHU Montpellier, France
- Fellowship, St. Mary's Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
Areas of Expertise
- Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers (e.g., colon, stomach, rectal)
- Ovarian and gynecologic cancers
- Retroperitoneal sarcomas
- Hepatobiliary cancers
- Peritoneal surface malignancies
- Recurrent intra-abdominal cancers
- Primary peritoneal cancer
- Complex metastatic abdominal cancers
- Peritoneal Surface Oncology
- Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS)
- HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intra-Peritoneal Chemotherapy)
- Robotic & Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
- GI Oncology
- Recurrent Cancer Surgery
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery
- Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS)
- HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intra-Peritoneal Chemotherapy)
- Robotic Colorectal Cancer Surgery
- Laparoscopic Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection
- Minimally Invasive GI & Gynecologic Oncologic Surgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation:
- Director, SSO Cancer Centre (Dec 2019 - Present)
- Surgical Oncologist & Chief of Department, Peritoneal Oncology, Saifee Hospital (Sep 2011 - Present)
- Surgical Oncologist, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital & Research Centre (Aug 2015 - Present)
Awards and Recognitions
National and International Awards:
- Dr. Sanket Mehta has received multiple national and international awards and recognitions for his excellence in surgical oncology, advanced cancer surgery, and contributions to improving cancer care outcomes.
Recognition and Honours:
- Founder Member & President, Society of Peritoneal Surface Oncology, India (SPSOi)
- Executive Committee Member, Asian Peritoneal Surface Malignancy Group (APSMG)
Research and Publications
Published Papers in Medical Journals:
Dr. Sanket Mehta has contributed to many national and international medical journals through his publications. Some of them are as follows:
- Ranmale, S., Kumar, P., Tongaonkar, H., & Pramanik, J. M. (2025, December).
Role of EpCAM-positive exosomes in ovarian cancer: miRNA signatures of chemoresistance and disease progression. - Ranmale, S., Kumar, P., Tongaonkar, H., & Pramanik, J. M. (2025, August).
Chemotherapy-induced alterations in miRNA expression and their prognostic implications in ovarian cancer. - Chatterjee, A., Rajagopal, A. K., Sharma, V., Bhatt, A., et al. (2025, March).
The INDEPSO-ISPSM consensus on peritoneal malignancies — Diagnosis and management of peritoneal mesothelioma. - Patel, S., Bhatt, A., Mehta, S., & Seshadri, R. A. (2024, August).
Two-stage cytoreductive surgery for extensive pseudomyxoma peritonei: A legitimate alternative or salvage strategy? - Bhatt, A., Mehta, S., & Glehen, O. (2024, July).
Do all patients undergoing complete secondary cytoreductive surgery for platinum-sensitive recurrent ovarian cancer benefit from it? - Bhatt, A., Sinukumar, S., Damodaran, D., Kammar, P., et al. (2024, January).
Perioperative outcomes and platinum-resistant recurrence in patients undergoing systematic total parietal peritonectomy during interval cytoreductive surgery for advanced ovarian cancer: Results of the TORPEDO study.
Patient Success Stories & Testimonials
Patient Testimonials:
Life-Changing Recovery After Peritoneal Cancer Surgery
- Patients undergoing cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and HIPEC under Dr. Sanket Mehta often describe their treatment journey as life-changing. Many patients with advanced ovarian cancer, colorectal cancer, and peritoneal metastasis share stories of reduced disease burden and restored quality of life after their advanced peritoneal cancer surgery.
Trusted Specialist for Complex Abdominal & Gastrointestinal Cancers
- Families of patients with recurrent ovarian cancer, pseudomyxoma peritonei, and advanced gastrointestinal cancers consistently praise Dr. Mehta for his surgical precision, transparent communication and calm reassurance. His ability to handle highly complex abdominal tumours has made him one of the most trusted surgical oncologists in Mumbai for advanced cancer care.
Compassionate Surgical Care with Long-Term Outcomes
- Patients frequently highlight Dr. Sanket Mehta’s compassionate approach, personalised treatment planning, and dedicated follow-up care. From diagnosis to recovery, his supportive guidance helps patients feel confident and well cared for throughout their cancer treatment journey.
Treatment Approach & Philosophy
Precision-Led Peritoneal & Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery
- Dr. Sanket Mehta follows a precision-driven and outcome-focused approach to surgical oncology, specialising in advanced peritoneal cancer surgery, cytoreductive surgery (CRS), HIPEC, robotic surgery, and minimally invasive gastrointestinal cancer procedures. His goal is to achieve complete tumour clearance while preserving organ function, reducing surgical trauma, and enabling faster recovery with fewer complications.
Multidisciplinary Cancer Care for Long-Term Survival
- Dr. Mehta believes that every cancer case requires an individualised treatment strategy. By integrating surgical oncology with medical oncology, radiology, pathology, and rehabilitation services, he delivers comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer care. His treatment philosophy is centred on long-term survival, improved quality of life, and compassionate patient support at every stage of cancer treatment.
Treatment Costs
The treatment cost can vary on the basis of complexity of the case, specific treatment procedure and hospital stay duration. Below mentioned are approximate costs of some of the key procedures performed by Dr. Sanket Mehta.
S.No. | Treatment/Procedure | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
1. | Cytoreductive Surgery | ₹6,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $7,800 – $14,500 |
2. | HIPEC | ₹8,50,000 – ₹16,00,000 | $10,200 – $19,300 |
3. | Robotic Colorectal Cancer Surgery | ₹4,50,000 – ₹8,50,000 | $5,400 – $10,200 |
4. | Laparoscopic Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection | ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $4,200 – $7,800 |
For scheduling an appointment or to know consultation fees, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds Team.
International Patient Assistance
The Cancer Rounds team is committed to assist international patients seeking treatment with Dr. Sanket Mehta. Our services include:
- Medical Visa Help – Complete assistance with medical visa application, documents, and approvals.
- Travel Support – Help with flight bookings and local transport.
- Stay Arrangements – Support in booking comfortable stay options close to the hospital.
- Language Assistance – Interpreter support so patients can easily talk with doctors and hospital staff.
- Online Doctor Consultation – Video consultation for medical review and treatment planning before travel.
- Personal Care Manager – A dedicated coordinator to help with appointments, hospital admission and follow-ups.
