Cancer surgery requires careful planning. The type of cancer, stage of disease, overall health of the patient, available treatment options, and recovery goals all need to be considered before deciding the right surgical approach.
A team-based model allows patients to benefit from multiple surgical oncology perspectives, multidisciplinary decision-making, and access to advanced techniques such as robotic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, thoracoscopic surgery, oncoplastic procedures, HIPEC, PIPAC, and ERAS-based recovery protocols where appropriate.
Dr. Suraj Manjunath is a senior Surgical Oncologist in Bangalore with extensive experience in the surgical treatment of complex cancers.
He is known for his expertise in robotic cancer surgery, laparoscopic cancer surgery, thoracoscopic surgery, open cancer surgery, and organ-preserving cancer procedures.
His clinical practice includes the management of gastrointestinal cancers, thoracic cancers, breast cancer, gynecological cancers, head and neck cancers, urologic cancers, endocrine tumors, soft tissue tumors, and advanced abdominal cancers.
Dr. Suraj follows a patient-centered and multidisciplinary approach to cancer care. Every treatment plan is designed after carefully reviewing the diagnosis, stage of disease, overall health of the patient, and available treatment options.
He has a special interest in advanced minimally invasive cancer surgery, including robotic and laparoscopic techniques, which may help selected patients recover faster with less pain, smaller incisions, and shorter hospital stay.
As the lead surgeon of the clinical team, Dr. Suraj works closely with fellow surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, anesthetists, and critical care teams to ensure coordinated cancer treatment for every patient.
Dr. Harish Kumar H is a senior Surgical Oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru, with over 13 years of dedicated experience in the surgical management of complex cancers. He has built a strong clinical foundation through more than a decade of work at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, one of Karnataka’s leading oncology centers.
His areas of expertise include gastrointestinal cancers, liver cancers, pancreatic cancers, biliary tract cancers, thoracic cancers, head and neck cancers, uro-oncology, and gynecological cancers. He has a special clinical interest in hepatobiliary and thoracic onco-surgeries.
Dr. Harish is experienced in advanced surgical techniques, including robotic surgery, laparoscopic cancer surgery, VATS or Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery, cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC, and ultrasound-guided chemo port insertion.
His approach combines technical precision with patient-centered care. He focuses on helping patients understand their condition, treatment options, surgical plan, and recovery pathway in a clear and reassuring manner.
With his experience in high-volume oncology care and advanced minimally invasive procedures, Dr. Harish plays an important role in the team’s ability to manage complex and multidisciplinary cancer cases.
Dr. Mahadev Abhishek M is an experienced Surgical Oncologist with over 12 years of expertise in treating a wide range of cancers, including complex cancer cases. He is known for his patient-focused approach, combining surgical skill with compassion, clear communication, and evidence-based care.
He completed his MBBS from Bangalore Medical College, MS in General Surgery from JNMC, Belgaum, and MCh in Surgical Oncology from Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore. He has previously worked at HCG, Cytecare, Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, and Manipal Hospital, Millers Road.
Dr. Abhishek has additional training in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, as well as oncoplastic breast surgery. His clinical approach includes using advanced surgical techniques where appropriate, with the goal of improving recovery, reducing hospital stay, and supporting better patient outcomes.
He also follows Enhanced Recovery After Surgery, or ERAS, protocols to improve patient comfort, reduce complications, and support faster recovery after cancer surgery.
Dr. Abhishek works closely with a multidisciplinary team to create comprehensive treatment plans. He ensures that patients and families clearly understand the diagnosis, surgical options, expected recovery, and next steps in the treatment journey.
He is also a member of ASI, IASO, and ASCO, and actively participates in academic research and cancer-related conferences.
Dr. Khyati Melanta is a dedicated Surgical Oncologist based in Bangalore and currently serves as Consultant in Surgical Oncology at Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road. She specializes in comprehensive cancer management, with a strong focus on breast cancers and gynecological malignancies.
She completed her MCh in Surgical Oncology from Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences. She also has advanced training in surgical gastroenterology from Bangalore Medical College, along with MS General Surgery from Ramaiah Institute of Medical Sciences and MBBS from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences.
Dr. Khyati has pursued advanced training in robotic and innovative surgical techniques, including FARIS (Fellowship in Advanced Robotic and Innovative Surgery). She is also certified in PIPAC from the National Cancer Center Singapore and has received international exposure at IRCAD, France.
Her clinical interests include breast cancer surgery, gynecological cancer surgery, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and advanced procedures for selected complex cancers.
Along with clinical care, Dr. Khyati has been actively involved in academics and research. She has presented multiple papers at national conferences and has several peer-reviewed publications to her credit. Her research work has also been recognized with awards at forums such as ASICON and the Surgical Society of Bangalore.
Dr. Khyati’s approach is evidence-based, compassionate, and patient-centered. She focuses on helping patients and families understand the diagnosis, surgical options, expected recovery, and long-term treatment plan with clarity and confidence.
Patients looking for an oncologist in Bangalore often need guidance across diagnosis, staging, treatment planning, surgery, and recovery. Our surgical oncology team provides care for multiple cancer types, including:
Each treatment plan is customized based on cancer type, stage, patient fitness, and multidisciplinary recommendations.
Cancer surgery is a major decision for patients and families. A second opinion can help you understand the diagnosis, stage of cancer, available treatment options, surgical approach, risks, expected recovery, and whether advanced techniques such as robotic, laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, HIPEC, PIPAC, or organ-preserving surgery may be suitable.
Our team provides clear, practical guidance so that you can make an informed decision with confidence.
The team offers a wide range of surgical approaches, from conventional open surgery to advanced minimally invasive cancer surgery.
Depending on the patient’s condition, treatment may include robotic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, thoracoscopic surgery, VATS, oncoplastic breast surgery, cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC, PIPAC, or organ-preserving cancer procedures.
The focus is not only on removing cancer safely, but also on improving recovery, reducing complications, preserving function where possible, and supporting quality of life after treatment.
Our team currently consults at:
These centers provide access to comprehensive cancer care within a well-equipped hospital environment, supporting multidisciplinary treatment, investigations, and post-operative care when required.
For many patients and families, the hospital setting plays an important role. Cancer care often involves more than one specialist and more than one step. The ability to coordinate consultations, imaging, pathology review, surgery, and recovery within an organized system helps make the process clearer and more manageable.
Consultation timings and appointment details can be arranged through phone or WhatsApp for convenience.
