Dr. Yogesh Kulkarni

Dr Yogesh Kulkarni is a highly distinguished surgical oncologist in Mumbai with 33 years of experience specialising in complex gynaecological cancers.

Armed with an MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and advanced fellowship training, he currently serves as the Head of Gynecologic Oncology and Robotic Surgeon at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital.

Over his illustrious career, he has successfully performed over 1800 complex gynaecological cancer surgeries, including more than 900 ovarian cancer surgeries and 340 robotic surgeries for endometrial and cervical cancers.

Patients seeking the best surgical oncologist in Mumbai consistently rely on Dr Kulkarni for his unparalleled expertise in advanced cancer care.

He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi to ensure clear and empathetic communication.

Core Specialties and Advanced Treatments

Dr Yogesh Kulkarni offers a comprehensive range of specialised surgical interventions, drawing on his extensive oncological training to provide the highest standard of cancer healthcare.

Gynaecologic Oncology and Robotic Surgery

As a premier surgical oncologist in Mumbai, Dr Yogesh provides advanced, multidisciplinary surgical management for all forms of gynaecological cancers. He heavily integrates state-of-the-art robotic technology to enhance surgical precision and patient recovery.

• Robotic-assisted surgery for endometrial and cervical cancers
• Radical Hysterectomy (Wertheim’s Operation)
• Radical Vulvectomy and Groin node dissections
• Total, Anterior, and Posterior Pelvic Exenterations

Ovarian Cancer and Fertility Preservation

Dr Kulkarni possesses immense expertise in handling advanced ovarian malignancies and pioneered fertility-sparing techniques for young patients.

• Cytoreductive Surgery and Debulking for advanced ovarian cancer
• Staging laparotomy for early ovarian carcinoma
• Advanced Fertility Preservation surgery (Radical Trachelectomy)
• Pelvic and Paraaortic lymph node dissections

Cancer Screening and Diagnostics

Beyond complex surgeries, he offers comprehensive evaluations and preventive treatments for high-risk patients.

• Screening for cervical cancer via Pap Smear and HPV testing
• Advanced Colposcopy clinic evaluations
• Excisional procedures including Loop electrosurgical excision and cone biopsy
• Genetic counseling for patients with a strong family history of ovarian or breast cancers

Credentials and Medical Qualifications

Dr Yogesh Kulkarni holds an exceptional array of qualifications from premier medical institutions in India. He completed his MBBS and his MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, Mumbai.

Additionally, he holds full specialist registration with the Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) under registration number 70909.

Following his foundational medical and surgical training, Dr Yogesh attained his DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.

To master his super-specialty, he subsequently completed a highly prestigious Fellowship in Gynecological Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.

Throughout his distinguished career, he has held significant academic and clinical roles at top healthcare facilities.

He served as a Lecturer at Grant Medical College, Seth GS Medical College, and Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children. Before taking on his current leadership role, he also served as a Senior Registrar and Specialist in Gynecological Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital.

Awards and Recognitions

• Successfully performed India's first reported fertility-sparing surgery (Radical Trachelectomy) for cervical carcinoma on a four-year-old child
• Recognized nationally as a leading pioneer in the integration of robotic technology for complex gynaecological oncological surgeries

Research and Publications

Dr Kulkarni has a strong academic and research interest, contributing to numerous peer-reviewed journals and textbooks.

• Authored multiple impactful research papers indexed across global platforms including Springer, JCO, and BMC
• Contributed to the Journal of Clinical Oncology with research focused on gynaecological cancer outcomes
• Published extensive studies in Oncology Reports and the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
• Authored critical chapters in various leading textbooks in Gynaecology and Obstetrics

Professional Memberships

• International Gynecological Cancer Society (IGCS)
• European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)
• Association of Gynaecological Oncologists of India (AGOI)
• Mumbai Obstetrics and Gynaecological Society (MOGS)
• Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI)

Current Hospital Affiliations

Patients can access world-class gynaecological oncology and robotic surgery under the expertise of Dr Kulkarni at a premier medical facility in the city:

• Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital and Medical Research Institute, Andheri West

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