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Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar

Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar

Surgical Oncologist ·
, Pune, India

25 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English

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About Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar

Condition Treated by Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar

Listed below are some of the conditions that surgical neurologist Gajanan A Kanitkar treats:

  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Oral or Mouth Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Ependymomas
  • Breast Cancer
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Skin Cancer
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Meningiomas
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Lung Cancer

The goal of breast cancer surgery is to excise the tumor and a portion of the surrounding tissues while conserving the breast. Breast cancer surgery methods may vary in the amount of breast tissue which is removed with the tumor. This depends on the overall tumor location, how far it has spread, as well as one’s personal feelings. The surgeons also remove some lymph nodes under this arm so that these can be removed. This helps your doctor to plan your treatment.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar

People may experience both symptoms and signs of cancer, and this shows that something is going abnormal in the body. Also, recognizing these indicators could lead to an earlier diagnosis of the disease and possibly of better treatment. When cancer grows, the organs, nerves, and blood vessels are a little compressed, which can lead to signs and symptoms. Although there may be different symptoms in different types of cancer, some general symptoms of cancer include:

  • Hoarseness
  • Coughing up blood, even a small amount
  • Headache
  • Chest pain
  • Bone pain
  • Shortness of breath
  • Losing weight without trying
  • A new cough that doesn't go away

Operating hours of Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar

The operating hours of Dr Gajanan A Kanitkar is 11 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday), The doctor does not see patients on Sunday.

Procedures performed by Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar

Dr Gajanan A Kanitkar performs a wide variety of procedures for cancer treatment. Some of these are

  • Ovarian Cancer Treatment
  • Mastectomy
  • Cervical Cancer Treatment
  • Oral cancer Treatment
  • Breast Cancer Treatment
  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment

The doctor has rich experience in performing complex cases with accuracy. The surgeon has performed a large number of procedures with a high success rate and adheres to medical protocols to ensure patient safety and speedy recovery. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures and ensures that the patient has a speedy recovery. A surgical oncologist performs cancer surgery in two ways: minimally invasive surgery and open surgery. Minimally invasive surgery uses techniques that focus on minimizing the trauma of traditional surgery. Some of the minimally invasive techniques are cryosurgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, cryosurgery, and laser surgery. In open surgery, surgeons make a single large cut to remove the tumor and some healthy tissues.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MS - General Surgery

Work Experiences

  • Clinical Assistant at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre and New York Presbyterian Hospital in New York.
  • 2006 - 2017 Consultant Surgical Oncologist at Sushrut Clinic
  • 2011 - 2017 Consultant Surgical Oncologist at Jehangir Hospital
  • 2016 - 2017 Consultant Surgical Oncologist at Surya Hospital, Wakad

Certifications (1)

  • Senior Residency Training Program (Surgical Oncology) - Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, 2005

Memberships (1)

  • Maharastra Medical Council

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Procedures Performed

Adrenal Cancer Treatment
Brain Cancer Treatment
Breast Cancer Treatment
Cervical Cancer Treatment
Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
Head & Neck Cancer Treatment
Lobectomy
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Oral cancer Treatment
Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Small Intestine Cancer Treatment
Vaginal Cancer Treatment
Vulvar Cancer Treatment

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Pune, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Gajanan A Kanitkar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 20 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Surgical Oncologist

A surgical oncologist is a doctor who removes the tumor and adjacent tissues through surgery. They also perform some types of biopsies to diagnose cancer. A surgical oncologist performs surgeries to know which parts of the body cancer has spread. In order to diagnose cancer, a surgical oncologist might perform biopsies. After a biopsy, a surgical oncologist sends the samples to a pathologist. If cancer is detected, you may need to consult the surgical oncologist again to have the tumor removed. The surgical oncologist performs a staging surgery to determine a tumor’s size.

A surgical oncologist can suggest or perform a variety of diagnostic tests including:

  • Biopsy
  • Imaging Tests
  • Cancer Screening
  • Physical Exam
  • Laboratory Tests

Most cancer patients undergo a biopsy to remove a sample of tissues from a body part for examination by a pathologist so that cancer can be diagnosed.

You should see a surgical oncologist in case your primary care doctor refers you to one. The doctor may also tell you to visit a surgical oncologist for the diagnosis of cancer. Some specialized general surgeons can also perform surgery on various types of cancer. In the below-listed situations, you must seek assistance from a surgical oncologist:

  1. Unusual cancer like head or neck cancer.
  2. Complex cancer can spread to multiple body parts.
  3. Cancer recurrence
  4. Cancer that is difficult to treat
  5. For in-depth evaluation and treatment plan
  6. You want a second opinion about cancer diagnosis

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