Dr. Kunal Nandy
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology), Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgical Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Bengaluru, Fellowship in Gastrointestinal and Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary
Clinical Philosophy
Dr. Kunal Nandy is an academically accomplished and clinically proficient surgical oncologist with specialized expertise in gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic (GI-HPB) malignancies. He currently serves as Assistant Professor and Consultant Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgical Oncologist at the Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, Chennai. His training includes MCh in Surgical Oncology from Gujarat Cancer Research Institute and dual post-doctoral fellowships in GI-HPB Surgical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital and Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgical Oncology from RGUHS-accredited programs. He is a Da Vinci-certified Robotic Surgeon.
Dr. Nandy has demonstrated strong academic excellence throughout his career, with top national ranks in competitive examinations and multiple awards for scientific presentations. His research portfolio is substantial, comprising over 50 peer-reviewed publications, including high-impact journals such as the Journal of the American College of Surgeons and Annals of Surgical Oncology, with significant citation metrics.
Clinically, he has extensive experience in complex oncologic resections, including pancreatic, hepatic, and advanced gastrointestinal surgeries, with additional expertise in minimally invasive and robotic techniques. He has performed a high volume of GI-HPB procedures and has been instrumental in establishing advanced surgical oncology services at institutional levels. His integrated focus on evidence-based surgery, innovation, and academic productivity underscores a strong commitment to advancing surgical oncology practice.
Specialized Expertise
Deep domain knowledge in specific oncology disciplines.
Practice
Pancreatic resection
Specialized focus on pancreatic resection with advanced clinical integration.
Major liver resections
Specialized focus on major liver resections with advanced clinical integration.
Robotic and laparoscopic surgery
Specialized focus on robotic and laparoscopic surgery with advanced clinical integration.
Gastric cancer surgery
Specialized focus on gastric cancer surgery with advanced clinical integration.
Colorectal surgery
Specialized focus on colorectal surgery with advanced clinical integration.
Neuroendocrine tumors
Specialized focus on neuroendocrine tumors with advanced clinical integration.
Academic Journey
Foundational training from world-renowned medical institutions.
Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgical Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Bengaluru (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, RGUHS, Karnataka)—2021-2022
Fellowship in Gastrointestinal and Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary (GI-HPB) Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (Homi Bhabha National Institute, HBNI) 2022-2024
MCh (Surgical Oncology)
KEM Hospital,Mumbai
MS (General Surgery)
GCRI, Ahmedabad
MBBS
KEM Hospital,Mumbai
Clinical Milestones
Professional journey through premier medical facilities.
Consultant GI-HPB Surgical Oncologist at Bagchi Sri Shankara Cancer Centre and Research Institute
Bhubaneswar, Odisha-2024-2025
