Oncology
Consultant – Surgical Oncology, Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery16 years
Manipal Hospitals
Bengaluru
Dr. Pavan Sugoor is a Consultant Surgical Oncologist and Robotic Cancer Surgeon at Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore. With over 16 years of experience reported by his official hospital profile, he specialises in the surgical management of gastrointestinal cancers, colorectal cancers, breast cancers, pelvic and gynaecological cancers, hepatopancreatobiliary cancers, thoracic cancers and soft tissue tumours. His expertise includes conventional, laparoscopic and robotic cancer surgery, with treatment planning tailored to cancer type, stage and individual patient needs.
Dr. Pavan Sugoor completed his MBBS from Sri Siddhartha Medical College and his MS in General Surgery from MS Ramaiah Medical College. He subsequently completed his MCh in Surgical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, followed by fellowship training in GI and Colorectal Surgical Oncology. His additional international training includes oesophageal cancer surgery at the National Cancer Centre, Tokyo, gastric cancer surgery at Cancer Institute Ariake, Tokyo, and uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery at Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital.
As a surgical oncologist in Bangalore, Dr. Pavan Sugoor has particular expertise in gastrointestinal and colorectal cancer surgery. His clinical work includes surgical treatment of colon cancer, rectal cancer, stomach cancer and oesophageal cancer. His documented experience includes robotic total mesorectal excision, sphincter-preserving procedures, complex pelvic resections and minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgery. Treatment decisions consider tumour location, stage, patient fitness and multidisciplinary cancer care recommendations.
Dr. Sugoor also provides surgical care for selected breast, gynaecological, urological, thoracic and hepatopancreatobiliary malignancies. His published areas of expertise include breast-conserving surgery, oncoplastic breast procedures, sentinel lymph node biopsy, organ-preserving surgery and fluorescence-guided oncological techniques. Patients may require coordination with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists and pathologists to determine the most appropriate treatment strategy.
His official hospital profile reports experience with more than 500 laparoscopic and 250 robotic surgeries. He has also participated in mentoring and proctoring surgeons in robotic surgical oncology. Advanced techniques within his documented expertise include cytoreductive surgery, hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), pressurised intraperitoneal aerosol chemotherapy (PIPAC) and selected complex pelvic cancer procedures. These approaches are considered only when clinically appropriate.
Dr. Pavan Sugoor has contributed to more than 40 academic publications and has presented research at national and international surgical oncology meetings. His published research includes robotic colorectal surgery, minimally invasive pelvic exenteration, rectal cancer treatment and gastrointestinal cancer surgery. He received the IASO–SSO Travel Fellowship in 2018 and was ranked third in his MS General Surgery university examination in 2009.
Patients searching for Dr. Pavan Sugoor in Bangalore can find his published consultant profile at Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road. He speaks English, Kannada, Hindi and Tamil. Patients seeking a consultation for colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, breast cancer or other surgically treatable malignancies can discuss diagnosis, staging, surgical suitability and available treatment approaches with the specialist team.
Robotic cancer surgery uses surgeon-controlled instruments and advanced visualisation to perform selected complex oncological procedures. Dr. Pavan Sugoor has documented experience in robotic surgical oncology, including colorectal cancer surgery. The choice between robotic, laparoscopic and open surgery depends on cancer stage, tumour location, surgical complexity and patient suitability.
Laparoscopic cancer surgery uses specialised instruments introduced through small incisions. Dr. Pavan Sugoor has experience in minimally invasive operations for selected gastrointestinal and pelvic cancers. Depending on the procedure and patient, laparoscopic surgery may reduce postoperative discomfort, although it is not suitable for every tumour or cancer stage.
Colon cancer surgery involves removing the cancerous segment of the large intestine together with appropriate surrounding tissue and lymph nodes. Dr. Pavan Sugoor specialises in gastrointestinal and colorectal surgical oncology. Surgical planning considers tumour location, staging investigations, general health and whether additional cancer treatment is required.
Rectal cancer treatment may involve surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or a combination of approaches. Dr. Pavan Sugoor has documented expertise in rectal cancer surgery, including robotic total mesorectal excision and selected sphincter-preserving operations. The treatment plan depends on tumour stage, location and multidisciplinary assessment.
Sphincter-preserving surgery aims to remove selected rectal cancers while retaining anal sphincter function when oncologically safe. Dr. Pavan Sugoor's published surgical work includes intersphincteric resection and other advanced rectal cancer techniques. Whether bowel continuity can be preserved depends on tumour anatomy, treatment response and surgical margins.
Total mesorectal excision is a specialised operation for rectal cancer that removes the affected rectum and surrounding mesorectal tissue according to cancer surgery principles. Dr. Pavan Sugoor has published research involving robotic TME. Surgical approach and additional treatment are determined through appropriate staging and multidisciplinary evaluation.
Surgery for stomach cancer may involve removal of part or all of the stomach with appropriate lymph node assessment. Dr. Pavan Sugoor has fellowship training in gastric cancer surgery and experience in gastrointestinal oncology. Treatment selection depends on cancer location, stage, patient fitness and the potential need for systemic therapy.
Oesophageal cancer surgery may be considered for selected cancers affecting the food pipe. Dr. Pavan Sugoor completed specialised training in oesophageal cancer surgery in Tokyo. Treatment often involves multidisciplinary assessment and may include chemotherapy or radiotherapy before surgery, depending on the tumour and stage.
Dr. Pavan Sugoor's documented expertise includes breast and oncoplastic cancer surgery. Surgical options may include breast-conserving procedures or mastectomy, depending on cancer characteristics and patient preferences. Oncoplastic techniques combine cancer removal with reconstructive principles to preserve breast appearance when clinically appropriate.
Sentinel lymph node biopsy helps assess whether selected cancers, particularly breast cancers, have spread to the first draining lymph nodes. Dr. Pavan Sugoor lists this procedure among his breast oncology expertise. The need for lymph node assessment depends on cancer type, clinical findings and current treatment guidelines.
Gynaecological cancer surgery may involve treatment of selected ovarian, uterine, cervical or other pelvic malignancies. Dr. Pavan Sugoor's official profile includes pelvic and gynaecological surgical oncology. Complex cases are assessed through a multidisciplinary team, with surgery planned according to cancer stage, anatomy and the patient's overall condition.
Hepatopancreatobiliary cancer surgery addresses selected malignancies affecting the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts. Dr. Pavan Sugoor's official expertise includes this area of surgical oncology. Treatment may involve complex surgery, systemic treatment or other interventions, with decisions guided by imaging, disease stage and specialist team review.
Thoracic surgical oncology includes selected cancers involving the lungs and structures within the chest. Dr. Pavan Sugoor has documented thoracic oncology expertise and international training in uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery. Treatment depends on the cancer's type, stage, location and the patient's respiratory and general health.
Cytoreductive surgery removes visible tumour deposits from selected abdominal surfaces. HIPEC involves circulating heated chemotherapy within the abdomen during surgery in carefully selected cases. Dr. Pavan Sugoor's official profile includes expertise in cytoreduction and HIPEC. These complex procedures require detailed evaluation of disease extent, expected benefit and procedural risks.
PIPAC is a specialised technique that delivers aerosolised chemotherapy into the abdominal cavity under pressure for selected peritoneal malignancies. Dr. Pavan Sugoor lists PIPAC among his areas of expertise. Its role varies by cancer type and treatment setting, and availability should be confirmed with the treating oncology team.
Pelvic exenteration is a complex operation considered for carefully selected locally advanced or recurrent pelvic cancers. Dr. Pavan Sugoor has documented research and experience involving minimally invasive pelvic exenteration. The operation requires extensive assessment of tumour involvement, surgical feasibility, potential complications and expected quality-of-life effects.
Fluorescence-guided surgery uses specialised imaging agents and cameras to help visualise selected anatomical structures during an operation. Dr. Pavan Sugoor's official profile includes fluorescence-guided surgical oncology. The technique may assist surgical planning and tissue identification in appropriate procedures but does not replace standard cancer surgery principles.
Thyroid cancer surgery may involve removing part or all of the thyroid gland and assessing nearby lymph nodes when indicated. Dr. Pavan Sugoor lists thyroid cancer among his surgical oncology interests. Treatment depends on tumour type, size, extent, risk assessment and coordination with endocrine and oncology specialists.
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology), Fellowship in GI and Colorectal Surgical Oncology
Robotic cancer surgery, laparoscopic cancer surgery, colorectal cancer surgery, colon cancer surgery, rectal cancer surgery, total mesorectal excision, sphincter-preserving rectal cancer surgery, gastrointestinal cancer surgery, stomach cancer surgery, oesophageal cancer surgery, breast cancer surgery, breast-conserving surgery, oncoplastic breast surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsy, gynaecological cancer surgery, pelvic cancer surgery, hepatopancreatobiliary cancer surgery, pancreatic cancer surgery, liver tumour surgery
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Pavan Sugoor
Dr. Pavan Sugoor is a Consultant Surgical Oncologist at Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore. He specialises in robotic and minimally invasive cancer surgery, particularly gastrointestinal and colorectal oncology
He holds MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Surgical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. He also completed fellowship training in gastrointestinal and colorectal cancer surgery and additional international training in Japan and Shanghai.
The official Manipal Hospitals profile reports over 16 years of experience. Other medical directories report higher overall experience figures, so the current total should be confirmed before publication.
Yes. His official hospital profile reports more than 250 robotic surgeries and 500 laparoscopic surgeries. He has particular expertise in robotic and minimally invasive colorectal cancer operations
Yes. Gastrointestinal and colorectal cancer surgery are among his main areas of expertise. His documented work includes total mesorectal excision, sphincter-preserving rectal cancer surgery and complex pelvic cancer operations.
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