Dr. Snita Sinukumar is a Surgical Oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, Pune, with over 11 years of experience in cancer surgery. She holds an MBBS, MS, and MCh in Surgical Oncology, along with specialised fellowship training in Peritoneal Surface Malignancy and HIPEC from IRCC Fondazione, National Cancer Institute, Milan, Italy. Her clinical expertise includes HIPEC and cytoreductive surgery, peritoneal surface malignancy, breast cancer surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, gynecologic oncology, and robotic cancer surgery. Her advanced training and experience enable her to provide surgical evaluation and personalised treatment planning for patients with a range of complex cancers.
As a female Surgical Oncologist in Pune, Dr. Sinukumar provides surgical care for cancers affecting the breast, gastrointestinal tract, and female reproductive system, as well as cancers involving the peritoneal surface. She performs procedures including HIPEC, cytoreductive surgery, breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, oncoplastic breast surgery, gastrointestinal cancer surgeries, gynecologic cancer surgeries, and minimally invasive and robotic cancer procedures, where clinically appropriate. Her approach focuses on selecting the most suitable surgical strategy based on the cancer type, extent of disease, and individual patient requirements.
Dr. Sinukumar believes in clear communication and patient-centred cancer care, helping patients and their families understand the diagnosis, treatment options, and surgical plan. She works as part of a multidisciplinary oncology team to support coordinated care throughout the treatment journey. Fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Bengali/Bangla, she is able to communicate with patients from diverse backgrounds. Patients looking for a female oncologist in Pune for surgical evaluation, cancer surgery, or a second opinion can consult Dr. Snita Sinukumar at Apollo Hospitals, Pune.
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Experience
Sr. Registrar (Surgical Oncology) – TATA Memorial Hospital
Fellow in Breast Oncology – TATA Memorial Hospital
Special Registrar (Surgical Oncology) – TATA Memorial Hospital
Consultant (Surgical Oncologist and HIPEC Specialist) – Jehangir Hospital, Pune
Special interest
Peritoneal Surface Malignancy
Breast Surgery
Gastrointestinal (GI) and Gynecologic Oncology
Robotic Surgery
Memberships
Indian Association of Surgical Oncologist (IASO),
Member, Association of Robotic surgeons of India (ARIS)
Member, International Society of peritoneal surface oncology group (PSOGI)
Member, Society of peritoneal surface oncology of India. SPSOI
Awards & Achievements
"Best Abstract Award" for "Pattern of recurrence after cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC following neoadjuvant chemotherapy in primary advanced stage IIIC/IVA epithelial ovarian cancer" at the 12th international PSOGI conference in Spt 10th-13th, 2021.
Awarded The '3rd Surabhi Nag Research Awards 2018', with a grant of rs 600,000/- for the clinical Proposal Entitled: 'Total Parietal peritonectomy in patients with advanced ovarian cancer after neoadjuvant chemotherapy'.
Best Poster at PSOGI, Paris, Sept 2018: Failure-to-Rescue Following Cytoreductive Surgery with or Without HIPEC is Determined by the Type of Complication--a Retrospective Study by INDEPSO.
Won the POSTER OF DISTINCTION for 'CLINICAL OUTCOMES OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING LAPAROSCOPIC VS OPEN SURGERY FOR RECTAL CANCERS' at the DDF, London, U.K. 2015.
Won the Award for Outstanding Paper for 'A Comparative Study between prolene mesh and indigenous mosquito net for inguinal hernia repair' At the 52nd Annual conference of the International College of Surgeons-Indian section held at Cidade Goa on 7th Oct 2006.
Won the Ratan Tata Scholarship for the Academic year 2006-2007.
Won the B.Braun award for 'Meritorious student' in General Surgery for the academic year 2006-2007.
Research & Publications
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Several publications in national and international journals
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Over 800 citations
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Sinukumar S, Kammar P, Ray M, Shaikh S, Patel A, Rajan F, et al. Long-term Survival in Patients Treated by Cytoreductive Surgery with or without HIPEC for Peritoneal Surface Malignancies – A report from the Indian HIPEC Registry. Indian J Surg Oncol. 2023 Jun;14(Suppl 1):198-208. doi:10.1007/s13193-023-01727-7. PMID: 37359912; PMCID: PMC10284732.
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Sinukumar S, Damodaran D, Ray M, Prabhu A, Katdare N, et al. Cytoreductive Surgery With or Without HIPEC in Peritoneal Dissemination from Rare Histological Subtypes of Ovarian Cancer – Retrospective Study by INDEPSO. Indian J Surg Oncol. 2023 Jun;14(Suppl 1):74-81. doi:10.1007/s13193-022-01640-5. PMID: 37359936; PMCID: PMC10284742.
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Sinukumar S, Damodaran D, Ray M, Mehta S, Paul L, Bhatt A. Pattern of recurrence after interval cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC following neoadjuvant chemotherapy in primary advanced stage IIIC/IVA epithelial ovarian cancer. Eur J Surg Oncol. 2021 Jun;47(6):1427-1433. doi:10.1016/j.ejso.2021.01.013. PMID: 33509612.
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Bhatt A, Kammar P, Sinukumar S, et al. Total Parietal Peritonectomy Can Be Performed with Acceptable Morbidity for Advanced Ovarian Cancer After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy: Results From a Prospective Multi-centric Study. Ann Surg Oncol. 2021 Feb;28(2):1118-1129. doi:10.1245/s10434-020-08918-4. PMID: 32748154.
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Sinukumar S, Naik S, Khurjekar D, et al. Pancreaticopleural Fistula After Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei – Rare Presentation. Indian J Surg Oncol. 2020 Sep;11(Suppl 2):174-177. doi:10.1007/s13193-020-01149-9. PMID: 33364691; PMCID: PMC7732892.
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Sinukumar S, Rajan F, Mehta S, et al. Outcomes Following Total vs Selective Peritonectomy During Interval Cytoreductive Surgery for Advanced Serous Epithelial Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer – INDEPSO Study. Eur J Surg Oncol. 2021 Jan;47(1):75-81. doi:10.1016/j.ejso.2019.02.031. PMID: 30857879.
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Sikora TM, Sinukumar S, Naik S, et al. Rare Case of Metachronous Gastric Metastasis from Primary Ovarian Carcinoma. Indian J Surg Oncol. 2024.
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Sinukumar S, Mehta S, Damodaran D, et al. Failure-to-Rescue Following Cytoreductive Surgery with or Without HIPEC is Determined by Type of Complication – Retrospective Study by INDEPSO. Indian J Surg Oncol. 2019 Feb;10(Suppl 1):71-79. doi:10.1007/s13193-019-00877-x. PMID: 30886497; PMCID: PMC6397122.
Dr. Snita Sinukumar is a Surgical Oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, Pune, with over 11 years of experience in cancer surgery. Her areas of expertise include peritoneal surface malignancy, HIPEC and cytoreductive surgery, breast cancer surgery, gastrointestinal (GI) cancer surgery, gynecologic oncology, and robotic cancer surgery.
Q: 2. How many years of experience does Dr. Snita Sinukumar have?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar has over 11 years of experience in Surgical Oncology. Her clinical experience includes the surgical management of various cancers, with particular expertise in complex cancer surgery and specialised procedures such as cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
Q: 3. What are Dr. Snita Sinukumar's qualifications?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar holds an MBBS, MS, and MCh in Surgical Oncology. She has also completed a Fellowship in Peritoneal Surface Malignancy and HIPEC from IRCC Fondazione, National Cancer Institute, Milan, Italy, giving her specialised training in the management of cancers involving the peritoneal surface.
Q: 4. What types of cancer does Dr. Snita Sinukumar treat?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar provides surgical oncology care for a range of cancers, including peritoneal surface malignancies, ovarian and other gynecologic cancers, breast cancer, colorectal and rectal cancer, stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer, liver and gallbladder cancer, esophageal cancer, and appendix cancer. The appropriate treatment approach depends on the type, stage, and extent of the cancer.
Q: 5. Does Dr. Snita Sinukumar perform HIPEC surgery in Pune?
Yes. HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) is one of Dr. Snita Sinukumar's areas of expertise. She has specialised fellowship training in Peritoneal Surface Malignancy and HIPEC and provides evaluation for procedures such as cytoreductive surgery combined with HIPEC for appropriately selected patients.
Q: 6. What is HIPEC and when is it used?
HIPEC is a specialised cancer treatment in which heated chemotherapy is delivered directly into the abdominal cavity during surgery after visible cancer deposits have been removed as part of cytoreductive surgery. It may be considered for selected patients with certain cancers involving the peritoneal surface. Suitability depends on factors such as the type and extent of cancer and the patient's overall clinical condition.
Q: 7. What is cytoreductive surgery (CRS)?
Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) is a surgical procedure used to remove visible cancer deposits from the abdominal cavity in selected patients with peritoneal surface malignancy. It may be performed in combination with HIPEC, depending on the patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. Dr. Snita Sinukumar has specialised expertise in peritoneal surface malignancy and CRS with HIPEC.
Q: 8. What breast cancer surgeries does Dr. Snita Sinukumar perform?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar provides surgical treatment for breast cancer, including breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, oncoplastic breast surgery, and reconstructive breast procedures. The choice of surgery depends on factors such as the characteristics and extent of the cancer, as well as the patient's individual treatment requirements.
Q: 9. Does Dr. Snita Sinukumar treat ovarian cancer?
Yes. Dr. Snita Sinukumar provides surgical care for ovarian cancer and has specialised expertise in the management of peritoneal spread associated with gynecologic cancers. Depending on the patient's condition, surgical treatment may include cytoreductive or debulking surgery, with CRS and HIPEC considered for appropriately selected cases.
Q: 10. What gastrointestinal cancers does Dr. Snita Sinukumar treat?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar provides surgical oncology care for several gastrointestinal cancers, including cancers of the stomach, colon, rectum, esophagus, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and appendix. Her surgical expertise includes both conventional and minimally invasive approaches where clinically appropriate.
Q: 11. Does Dr. Snita Sinukumar perform robotic cancer surgery?
Yes. Dr. Snita Sinukumar is experienced in robotic cancer surgery and uses minimally invasive surgical approaches where appropriate for selected oncology procedures. Robotic surgery may be considered depending on the cancer type, location, extent of disease, and individual patient factors.
Q: 12. What gynecologic cancers does Dr. Snita Sinukumar treat?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar provides surgical oncology care for gynecologic cancers, including ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers. Her expertise also includes the management of peritoneal involvement associated with gynecologic cancers and appropriate surgical procedures based on the patient's diagnosis and clinical condition.
Q: 13. Does Dr. Snita Sinukumar provide second opinions for cancer treatment?
Patients can consult Dr. Snita Sinukumar for surgical evaluation and discussion of cancer treatment options, including complex cancer surgery. A consultation can help patients understand their diagnosis, available surgical approaches, and whether a particular procedure may be appropriate based on their clinical condition.
Q: 14. Where does Dr. Snita Sinukumar practise?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar practises as a Surgical Oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, Pune. She provides surgical evaluation and cancer care for patients requiring treatment for breast, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, peritoneal, and other surgical oncology conditions.
Q: 15. Which languages does Dr. Snita Sinukumar speak?
Dr. Snita Sinukumar speaks English, Hindi, Marathi, and Bengali/Bangla. Her multilingual communication helps her explain diagnoses, treatment options, surgical procedures, and other aspects of cancer care clearly to patients and their families.
Q: 16. How can I book an appointment with Dr. Snita Sinukumar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Snita Sinukumar directly through her doctor profile on the Apollo Hospitals website. Alternatively, you can contact 08062972791 to enquire about appointment availability and consultation details.
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