Dr. Garvit Chikara

Dr. Garvit Chikara is a highly esteemed Breast Surgical Oncologist with over 17 years of extensive clinical and academic experience in the field of breast surgery. He currently holds the position of Associate Director of Breast Surgical Oncology at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai, one of India’s leading centers for advanced cancer care. Dr. Chikara is recognized for his holistic approach to managing a wide spectrum of breast diseases, including both malignant conditions such as breast cancer and benign disorders like fibroadenomas, breast cysts, and gynecomastia. His clinical philosophy combines evidence-based surgical techniques with an emphasis on aesthetic preservation and psychological well-being, especially through oncoplastic breast surgery — a field that merges oncologic safety with cosmetic outcomes.

With a strong academic background and previous teaching tenure at Tata Memorial Hospital, one of Asia’s premier cancer institutions, Dr. Chikara is also deeply involved in research and surgical innovation. His compassionate patient care, coupled with a precision-driven surgical approach, has earned him respect among peers and patients alike, making him a sought-after expert in breast cancer treatment across India.

• MBBS
• DNB (General Surgery)
• HBNI Fellowship in Surgical Oncology

• Breast Cancer
• Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS)
• Fibroadenoma
• Breast Cysts
• Gynecomastia
• Phyllodes Tumor
• Breast Abscess
• Benign Breast Lumps
• High-Risk Breast Lesions (e.g., atypical hyperplasia)
• Recurrent Breast Tumors

• Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy)
• Modified Radical Mastectomy
• Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
• Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
• Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
• Vacuum-Assisted Breast Biopsy
• Reconstructive Breast Surgery

• Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI)
• Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO)
• European Breast Cancer Research Association of Surgical Trialists (EUBREAST)

• Certificate of Achievement in HMX Fundamentals-Genetics from Harvard Medical School
• Iconic Healthcare Leadership Award by the Golden Aim Conference and Awards