Dr. Sujai Hegde

Dr Sujai Hegde is a highly esteemed surgical oncologist and pioneer in gastrointestinal oncology in Pune, Maharashtra, with over 33 years of extensive medical experience.

Holding prestigious qualifications such as an MS in General Surgery from Tata Memorial Hospital, a DNB in Surgical Oncology, and an MRCS from Edinburgh, he is the Founder and Director of the Centre for Advanced GI Oncology at Ruby Hall Clinic, and serves at Deccan Clinic and Ranka Hospital in Pune.

Patients seeking the best cancer surgeon in Pune or an expert HIPEC and cytoreductive surgery specialist in Maharashtra can consult Dr Sujai in English, Hindi, and Marathi.

His vast clinical proficiency encompasses Gastrointestinal and HPB Oncology, HIPEC and Peritoneal Malignancies, and Gynaecological and Thoracic Cancer Surgery.

Specialisation and Area of Expertise

Dr Sujai Hegde expertly integrates modern diagnostic tools and advanced oncological protocols.

He delivers evidence-based treatments to effectively manage complex malignant conditions and ensure lasting surgical recovery.

Gastrointestinal and HPB Oncology

For patients in Pune requiring advanced interventions for stomach cancer and liver tumors, Dr Sujai Hegde provides expert clinical evaluation and dedicated surgical care.

• Accurate surgical execution utilizing pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple Procedure), radical gastric resections, and minimally invasive oesophageal resections
• Minimally invasive solutions addressing colon, rectal, and small bowel cancers through laparoscopic and robotic colorectal surgery and ileal pouch-anal anastomosis
• Progressive oncology care treating liver, gallbladder, and biliary cancers via major liver resections, isolated caudate lobe resection, and hepatobiliary surgery
• Expert clinical oversight managing pancreatic, appendiceal, and signet ring cell cancers alongside laparoscopic cancer surgery across GI and gynaecological sites

HIPEC and Peritoneal Malignancies

For individuals in Pune experiencing severe abdominal spread such as peritoneal carcinomatosis and advanced peritoneal disease, Dr Sujai delivers focused expertise and modern medical interventions.

• Advanced medical management employing protocols designed for cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and HIPEC procedures
• Holistic medical solutions targeting critical internal spread through highly specialized intraperitoneal (IP) chemotherapy administration
• Modern surgical mastery executing advanced targeted treatments utilizing PIPAC and HIPEC for ovarian cancer

Gynaecological, Thoracic, and General Oncology

For patients in Pune needing thorough diagnosis for lung malignancies and cervical cancers, Dr S Hegde performs meticulous clinical assessments and complete operative oversight.

• Systematic physical examination via precise fertility preservation surgery, pelvic lymph node dissection, and radical surgery for ovarian, cervical, and endometrial cancers
• Innovative post-operative protocols resolving health needs incorporating targeted thoracoscopic resections and minimally invasive thoracic surgery
• Thorough oncological care seamlessly managing head and neck cancers, Kimura disease, giant cell tumours, and retroperitoneal paragangliomas via parotid surgery, neck dissection, and genitourinary cancer surgery
• Rigorous screening interventions accurately executing early disease detection through exact cancer screening and appendix cancer surgery

Education and Credentials

Dr Sujai Hegde holds progressive surgical qualifications and prestigious super-speciality training from premier national and international medical institutes:

• MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (1993)
• Master of Surgery (MS) in General Surgery from Tata Cancer Research Memorial Institute, Mumbai (1998)
• Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in Surgical Oncology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (1999)
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) from Edinburgh
• Residency in Gastrointestinal Surgery at Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai (2001)
• Advanced Training Residency in Gastrointestinal Cancer and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore (2005)

Registration: Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC), Registration No. 74337 (1994)

Professional Experience

Dr Sujai Hegde currently brings his extraordinary surgical oncological expertise to the following institutions, serving in key clinical roles at:

• Ruby Hall Clinic, Sassoon Road, Pune (Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist, Kamalnayan Bajaj Cancer Centre; Founder and Director, Centre for Advanced GI Oncology)
• Deccan Clinic, Bund Garden Road, Pune (Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist)
• Ranka Hospital, Mukund Nagar, Pune (Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist)

Previously, he gained foundational academic and operative exposure serving in specialised clinical roles at:

• Surya Sahyadri Hospital, Kasba Peth, Pune (Senior Consultant)
• Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore (Resident)
• Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai (Resident)

Clinical Distinctions and Academic Contributions

• Recipient of the prestigious Courage Star Award for outstanding courage during the SARS crisis, awarded during his tenure at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore
• Active contributor to the National Cancer Grid of India and the Oncology Group of Pune COVID-19 cancer care data initiative
• Renowned pioneer in introducing advanced robotic surgery for complex GI, gynaecological, and urological cancers
• Highly cited researcher with 18 peer-reviewed publications and 193 citations (1,345 reads) on ResearchGate, including a landmark co-authored study in The Lancet Oncology

Publications

Dr Sujai Hegde is an acclaimed medical professional who has contributed to significant clinical research and scientific studies, including:

• Kimura Disease: Rare Parotid Entity (Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, February 2023)
• Colonic Stricture in the Tropics: Malignancy or a Fungal Infection? (Tropical Gastroenterology, September 2021)
• Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Care in India: A Cohort Study (The Lancet Oncology, May 2021)

Book an Appointment with Dr Sujai Hegde, Surgical Oncologist in Pune

Ensure optimal oncological health by booking an appointment with Dr Sujai Hegde at Ruby Hall Clinic or Deccan Clinic, Pune, for advanced GI cancer care and precision HIPEC surgery. Check his contact details and availability on HexaHealth today to book a seamless appointment.