Dr. Pooja Agarwal
Breast Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist in Kolkata
MBBS, MS General Surgery, Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, Fellowship in Breast Onco Surgery
15+ Years
Experience
96% Recommended
(90 Ratings)
15+
Experience
(Years)
Consultation Fee: ₹1200 - 1250 (approximate)
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Dr Pooja Agarwal is a Consultant Surgical Oncologist specialising in Breast Cancer Surgery in Kolkata with 15 years of experience, currently practising at Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass and Manipal Hospital, Salt Lake.
She has completed dual fellowships in Surgical Oncology and Breast Onco Surgery from Tata Medical Center, Kolkata, with focused expertise in breast oncoplasty, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and breast reconstruction, and has presented research at national oncology conferences including FHNO Mumbai, ICC Bangalore, ABSICON New Delhi, and ICON Kolkata.
She consults in English, Hindi, Bengali, and Telugu.
Area of Expertise
Breast Cancer Surgery and Oncoplasty
Dr Pooja manages patients with breast cancer using advanced surgical techniques with a strong focus on oncological precision and cosmetic preservation:
- Breast-conserving surgery including lumpectomy and partial mastectomy
- Total and modified radical mastectomy
- Breast oncoplasty for volume replacement and reshaping
- Nipple-sparing and skin-sparing mastectomy
- Complex breast cancer resection with reconstructive planning
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy and Axillary Surgery
Patients with early and locally advanced breast cancer requiring lymph node staging and axillary management are treated with targeted surgical approaches:
- Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB)
- Axillary lymph node dissection
- Lymph node staging and pathological assessment coordination
- Axillary reverse mapping for lymphoedema prevention
- Post-axillary surgery monitoring and complication management
Breast Reconstruction
Patients undergoing mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery are offered reconstructive options as part of comprehensive oncoplastic planning:
- Immediate and delayed breast reconstruction
- Implant-based breast reconstruction
- Autologous tissue reconstruction planning
- Oncoplastic volume displacement techniques
- Post-reconstruction surveillance and follow-up
Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Management
Dr Agarwal integrates surgical care with multidisciplinary oncology team coordination for comprehensive treatment planning:
- Multidisciplinary team discussion and treatment planning
- Neoadjuvant chemotherapy response assessment and surgical planning
- Hormone receptor and HER2 status-based surgical decision-making
- Post-mastectomy radiation planning coordination
- Survivorship programme and long-term oncology follow-up
General Surgical Oncology
Patients with non-breast malignancies requiring surgical oncology assessment and intervention are managed with evidence-based oncological surgical care:
- Soft tissue tumour evaluation and surgical management
- Lymph node excision biopsy and staging
- Skin and subcutaneous malignancy surgical management
- Oncological wound and complication management
- General surgical oncology consultation and referral coordination
Professional Experience
Current Hospital Affiliations
Dr Agarwal currently consults at:
- Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, Kolkata
- Manipal Hospital, Salt Lake, Kolkata
Previous Associations
- Bhagirathi Neotia Woman and Child Care Centre, New Town, Kolkata, Consultant
Credentials and Qualifications
- MBBS, Bharati Vidyapeeth University (2009)
- MS General Surgery, Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh (2015)
- Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, Tata Medical Center, Kolkata (2018)
- Fellowship in Breast Onco Surgery, Tata Medical Center, Kolkata (2019)
- Registered with the Medical Council of India
Awards and Academic Contributions
- Poster Presentation, FHNO, Mumbai (2017)
- Poster Presentation, ICC, Bangalore (2017)
- Poster Presentation, ABSICON, New Delhi (2018)
- Video Presentation on SLNB, ICON, Kolkata (2019)
- MDT Presentation, Navigating Clinical Conundrums in Breast Cancer, Mumbai (2019)
- Breast Oncoplasty Workshop, Pune (2019)
- Biostatistics Course, Tata Memorial Centre, Kolkata (2017 and 2018)
Research and Publications
- Agrawal SK, Priya N, Agarwal P et al, published in peer-reviewed journal
- Agarwal P, Kaushik N, Prasad et al, published via EBSCO open access
- Agrawal A, Agarwal P, Kaushik et al, National Journal of Laboratory Medicine
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Dr. Pooja Agarwal's Medical Specialities & Areas of Expertise
Dr. Pooja Agarwal performs major interventions in the following specialities:
- Surgical Oncology
- Breast Surgery
Registration Details
- Medical Council of India - Registration No. (7414)
Education & Achievements
- Bharati Vidyapeeth University (MBBS)
- Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh (MS General Surgery)
- Tata Medical Center (Fellowship in Surgical Oncology)
- Tata Medical Center, Kolkata (Fellowship in Breast Onco Surgery)
Published Papers
- Agrawal SK, Priya N, Agarwal P, Sharma A, Datta SS, Deo SVS, et al. Trends in axillary management of early breast cancer: A questionnaire-based pattern of practice survey for India. Indian J Surg Oncol [Internet]. 2021;12(2):401–7.
- Agarwal P, Kaushik N, Prakash S, Singh H, Rani D. A rare case of chondrolipoma of the breast. J Clin Diagn Res [Internet]. 2024 [cited 2024 Oct 5];18(5):8.
- Agrawal A, Agarwal P, Kaushik N, Mohan Y, Prakash S, Singh AP, et al. Evaluation of serum β2-microglobulin levels in histologically diagnosed Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma patients. Nat J Lab Med [Internet]. 2024
Work Experience
- Consultant - Manipal Hospital (formerly Columbia Asia), Salt Lake
- Consultant - Manipal Hospital (Formerly Medica Superspecialty Hospital), EM Bypass
- Consultant - Bhagirathi Neotia Woman and Child Care Centre, New Town
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Patient Ratings & Reviews for Dr. Pooja Agarwal
96%
Based on 90 ratings
Write a ReviewI was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, and Dr Pooja Agarwal was a blessing. She is the best breast cancer specialist in Kolkata. She performed my surgery with such precision, and the post-operative care was outstanding. Her compassion made this difficult journey much easier for me.
मुझे स्तन कैंसर हुआ था, और डॉ पूजा अग्रवाल ने मेरी सर्जरी की। उनकी देखभाल और समझदारी ने मुझे बहुत राहत दी। सर्जरी के बाद की देखभाल भी बेहतरीन थी। अब मैं स्वस्थ महसूस करती हूँ। उनके प्रति बहुत आभार।
আমার স্তনের একটি টিউমার ছিল এবং ডাঃ পূজা আগরওয়াল খুব সুন্দরভাবে আমার সার্জারি করেছিলেন। উনার পেশাগত দক্ষতা এবং যত্ন আমাকে খুব সাহায্য করেছে। এখন আমি সম্পূর্ণ সুস্থ এবং উনাকে ধন্যবাদ জানাই।
Mastectomy ka decision mere liye mushkil tha, but Dr Pooja ne sab clear karke meri surgery ki. Wo bohot compassionate hain aur unki care se mujhe bohot confidence mila. Ab main fit hoon aur unki bohot shukraguzaar hoon.
डॉ पूजा अग्रवाल ने मेरी ब्रेस्ट सर्जरी बहुत ही अच्छे से की। कैंसर के डर से मुझे बहुत चिंता हो रही थी, लेकिन उन्होंने मुझे सही तरीके से समझाया और पूरी प्रक्रिया आसान बना दी। अब मैं पूरी तरह से ठीक हूँ।
FAQs about Dr. Pooja Agarwal
Dr Pooja Agarwal specialises in Surgical Oncology,Breast Surgery.
Dr Pooja Agarwal has 15 years of experience in Surgical Oncology,Breast Surgery.
Doctor Pooja Agarwal practices at the following hospitals:
The consultation timings of Dr Pooja Agarwal for an appointment are:
Mon - Sat
11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
The consultation fee of Doctor Pooja Agarwal is ₹1200 - 1250. A one-time registration fee may also apply for first-time visits.
Dr Pooja Agarwal's qualifications are: MBBS, MS General Surgery, Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, Fellowship in Breast Onco Surgery.
There are 90% ratings and 96% recommendation for Dr Pooja Agarwal based on the patient's feedback.
Doctor Pooja Agarwal specializes in the following treatments:
Breast oncoplastic surgery combines cancer removal with reconstructive techniques to preserve the shape and appearance of the breast, and Dr Pooja Agarwal has specialised expertise in breast oncoplasty for suitable breast cancer patients in Kolkata.
A sentinel lymph node biopsy is a procedure used to determine whether breast cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes by examining the first lymph node likely to be affected, and Dr Pooja Agarwal performs this technique as part of modern breast cancer staging and treatment.
Yes, Dr Pooja Agarwal offers breast reconstruction options for eligible patients following breast cancer surgery, helping restore breast contour and appearance as part of a comprehensive breast cancer treatment approach.
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