Dr. Hemant Tongaonkar
Consultant Surgical Oncologist
Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, MumbaiMumbai, India
35+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MS - General Surgery, University of Mumbai
- MBBS - University of Mumbai
- 3-year Fellowship in Urologic & Gynecologic Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital
- Residency Program in Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital
Overview:
Dr. Hemant Tongaonkar is a senior and highly reputed Surgical Oncologist with a rich experience of over 35 years in the field. He is renowned for his contributions in urologic oncology, gynecologic cancers, and soft tissue sarcomas. Having completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery, Dr. Tongaonkar has worked extensively at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, where he has been instrumental in training generations of oncologists and advancing surgical techniques in oncology.
He has not only performed over 10,000 complex oncological surgeries but has also authored several influential publications and research papers in reputed journals. Dr. Tongaonkar has represented Indian oncology on various global platforms and is a regular faculty at national and international conferences. His dedication to cancer care and precision in surgical techniques have earned him widespread recognition in India and abroad.
He is a member of multiple professional bodies and cancer research groups, and continues to contribute to the evolution of surgical oncology through his academic involvement and clinical expertise.
Professional Memberships
- Urological Association of Asia
- Societe Internationale d’Urologie
- Urological Society of India
- Urological Society of India West Zone
- Genitourinary Cancer Society of India
- International Gynaecologic Cancer Society
- Asia Oceania Association of Genital Infections & Neoplasia (AOGIN)
- Gynaecologic Oncology Group, USA (till 2010)
- Association of Gynaecologic Oncologists of India
- Eurasian Federation of Oncology
- International College of Surgeons: Indian Section
- Indian Society of Oncology
- Indian Association of Surgical Oncology
Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcomas
- Pelvic Tumors
- Testicular Cancer
Procedures Performed
- Radical Prostatectomy
- Radical Nephrectomy
- Radical Cystectomy
- Radical Hysterectomy
- Oophorectomy
- Ureterectomy
- Pelvic Exenteration
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection
- Tumor Debulking Surgeries
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FAQs
Dr. Tongaonkar is known for his expertise in surgical oncology, especially in treating urological and gynecologic cancers, and for performing over 10,000 cancer surgeries.
He currently practices at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai, India.
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Yes, he specializes in high-risk and complex cancer surgeries, particularly in pelvic and soft tissue tumors.
Absolutely. He is a leading academic figure and has trained numerous surgical oncologists, with several published works to his name.