Dr. Jayanti Thumsi

Dr Jayanti Thumsi is a globally celebrated Surgical Oncologist, Robotic Specialist, and Breast Surgeon in Bangalore, bringing a monumental 36 years of elite medical expertise to women's cancer care.

Having performed over 8,900 breast surgeries and 2,500 non-breast general procedures, she stands as one of the very few lady surgeons in India completely dedicated to full-time breast surgical oncology.

Dr Thumsi holds senior leadership roles across Bangalore's premier oncology networks, serving as Group Lead for Robotic and Advanced Breast Surgery at HCG Cancer Hospitals (KR Road and Hebbal) and Lead Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals (Bannerghatta and Jayanagar).

Fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, and Marathi, she champions a multidisciplinary tumor-board approach that meticulously balances radical cancer clearance with the preservation of female form, dignity, and quality of life.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Jayanti Thumsi’s specialized practice covers the entire spectrum of breast disease, from microdochectomies for benign conditions to managing complex Stage IV metastatic breast cancers:

Robotic & Advanced Oncoplastic Breast Surgeries

Pioneering minimally invasive keyhole options that prioritize cosmetic preservation alongside oncological precision:

• Robotic Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy with immediate TiLoop Implant Reconstruction
• Breast Conservation Surgery (BCS) and complex Oncoplastic Reconstructions
• Skin-Sparing Mastectomies and advanced sentinel lymph node biopsies (SLNB)
• Flap-based reconstructions including Latissimus Dorsi (LD), TRAM, and DIEP flap procedures

Advanced Breast Diagnostics & Benign Disease Care

Precise surgical interventions for non-cancerous conditions and complex hidden lesions:

• Localization and targeted micro-surgery for hidden, non-palpable breast masses
• Microdochectomy and major duct excision for pathological nipple discharge
• Comprehensive diagnostic management of recurring benign breast diseases, fibroadenomas, and complex cysts

Survivorship and Public Health Advocacy

Comprehensive psycho-oncology support systems and mass awareness milestones:

• Founding Leader of "STHREE" – A dedicated breast cancer survivor and caregiver support group of 950+ members
• Mass public screening campaigns, training over 6.5 lakh women across Karnataka
• Innovative tactile screening programs utilizing visually impaired professionals for early detection

Conditions Treated

• Malignant Breast Cancer (All Stages, Non-Palpable to Stage IV Metastatic)
• Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) and Lobular Carcinoma In Situ (LCIS)
• Benign Breast Tumors and Fibroadenomas
• Pathological Nipple Discharge and Intraductal Papillomas
• High-Risk Genetic Susceptibility and Breast Pain Disorders

Awards, Honors, and Global Achievements

Dr Jayanti Thumsi’s extraordinary career has been recognized with stellar national awards and state accolades:

• Limca Book of Records (2015): Organized and led the world's largest drive for breast self-examination in one day, training 2,332 women in Bangalore.
• The Chanakya National Award (2020): Honored by the Public Relations Council of India with the Jury Special Award for Medical Inspiration.
• Kengal Hanumanthaiah State Award (2019): Conferred by the Government of Karnataka for exemplary medical contributions to women.
• Woman Achiever of Karnataka (2019): Awarded by the VRL Group, Digvijay TV, and Vijaywani newspaper.

Publications and Research Contributions

Dr Thumsi actively leads clinical basic science and epidemiology research programs as co-founder of the CREST Foundation. Her notable global publications include:

• "Minimally Invasive Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy: Early Experience With Endoscopic and Robotic Techniques." – European Journal of Breast Health (2026).
• "Global transcriptome profiling of ST09 treated breast cancer cells identifies miR-197-5p/GPX3 antioxidant axis as a regulator of tumorigenesis." – International Immunopharmacology (2025).
• "Recurrence patterns-analysis from a South Indian breast cancer patient cohort." – Indian Journal of Cancer (2024).
• "Integration of exome-seq and mRNA-seq using DawnRank, identified genes involved in innate immunity as drivers of breast cancer in the Indian cohort." – PeerJ (2023).

Professional Experience

• Lead Consultant Surgical Oncologist & Robotic Surgeon, Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta, Bangalore (Consultation Fee: ₹1000)
• Lead Consultant Surgical Oncologist, Apollo Cradle and Childrens Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore (Consultation Fee: ₹900)
• Senior Consultant Breast Oncologist, HCG Cancer Centre, KR Road & HCG Cancer Hospital, Hebbal, Bangalore

Credentials and Qualifications

Qualifications

• MBBS – Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai (1990)
• MS General Surgery – Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai (1993)
• Clinical Attachment in Breast Oncology – Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
• Advanced Certification in Robotic Breast Surgery – Taiwan

Registration Number

• Registered with the Karnataka Medical Council, Registration Number 98028 (Year: 2013)

Professional Memberships

Demonstrating her global and national clinical authority, Dr Thumsi is an active member of several elite oncology and surgical bodies:

• Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI)
• Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• Indian Cancer Society (ICS)
• American Society for Therapeutic Oncology (ASTRO)
• European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
• Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
• Karnataka State Chapter of Gynecological Oncologists of India

Why Patients Choose Dr Jayanti Thumsi

Facing a breast cancer diagnosis is one of the most terrifying moments in a woman's life. Patients choose Dr Jayanti Thumsi because she provides a rare combination of absolute international surgical superiority and deeply comforting maternal warmth. As one of India’s premier female breast oncologists, she understands the profound psychological impact that mastectomy surgeries can have on a woman's identity. Her entire philosophy revolves around keeping her patients whole—using advanced robotic, nipple-sparing, and oncoplastic reconstruction techniques to erase the visual scars of cancer while ensuring complete oncological safety.

Her stellar history of over 8,900 successful breast surgeries brings an unparalleled level of safety to the operating room. Beyond her technical mastery as the pioneer of robotic breast reconstruction in India, she is revered for her holistic approach to healing, exemplified by her book 'Lump to Laughter' and her support group STHREE. She coordinates flawlessly with multidisciplinary boards to ensure world-class care paths. Booking a consultation with Dr Thumsi via HexaHealth guarantees direct, priority access to a true national medical icon.

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