About Dr. Snita Sinukumar
Dr. Snita Sinukumar is a pioneering surgical oncologist in Pune and the first female cancer surgeon in India with an MCh degree. She specialises in gynecologic, peritoneal, and complex abdominal cancers, with advanced expertise in HIPEC and robotic cancer surgery.
Her clinical approach is rooted in precision, evidence-based decision-making, and personalised treatment planning tailored to each patient's diagnosis and goals.
Education and Training
- MCh Surgical Oncology: Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- MS General Surgery: BJ Medical College & Sassoon Hospital, Pune
- MBBS: Topiwala National Medical College & B.Y.L Nair Hospital, Mumbai
- ESPSO Fellowship: Peritoneal Surface Malignancy & HIPEC, Milan, Italy & Regensburg, Germany
Awards and Recognition
- Surabhi Nag Research Award (2018): Rs 6,00,000 grant for advanced ovarian cancer research
- Best Poster, PSOGI Paris (2018): Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC outcomes
- Poster of Distinction, DDF London (2015): Rectal cancer surgery outcomes
- B.Braun Award & Ratan Tata Scholarship: For academic excellence
Expertise and Accomplishments
- Performed 100+ advanced cancer surgeries across gynecologic, abdominal, and peritoneal cancers
- Skilled in CRS with HIPEC, robotic cancer surgery, and complex ovarian cancer cytoreduction
- Active contributor to national and international research with multiple publications and conference presentations
- Passionate about women's cancers, head & neck oncology, and GI oncology
Publications and Research
Dr. Snita Sinukumar's work focuses on advancing surgical oncology and improving patient outcomes. Selected notable publications include:
- Total Parietal Peritonectomy in Advanced Ovarian Cancer - Annals of Surgical Oncology, 2020
- Pancreaticopleural Fistula after CRS & HIPEC - Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology, 2020
- Interval Cytoreductive Surgery for Advanced Ovarian Cancer - European Journal of Surgical Oncology, 2019
- Treading the Beaten Path: Indian HIPEC Registry Report - International Journal of Hyperthermia, 2018
- Failure-to-Rescue Following CRS with or without HIPEC - Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology, 2019
Career Objectives
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based surgical oncology care
- Focus on women's cancers, GI, and head & neck malignancies
- Promote academic programs, cancer awareness, and preventive care initiatives
Why Choose Dr. Snita Sinukumar?
- Specialised in gynecologic and peritoneal malignancies
- Robotic & minimally invasive surgical expertise
- Evidence-based, patient-focused care
- Recognised for academic excellence and research contributions
- Accessible at Remedium Superspeciality Clinic, Kharadi and Apollo Hospitals, Pune