About Us
15
Years of Experience
About
Surgical Oncologist in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai
Dr. Rajesh S. Shinde is a senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist with specialized expertise in Gastrointestinal (GI), Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB), Colorectal, and Thoracic cancers. With more than 15 years of experience in cancer surgery, he is recognized for delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-focused surgical care.
He completed his MBBS from Government Medical College, Nagpur, followed by MS in General Surgery from Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai, and further pursued MCh in Surgical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India’s most prestigious cancer institute.
During his advanced surgical oncology training at Tata Memorial Hospital, Dr. Shinde gained extensive experience in head and neck oncology, breast cancer surgery, GI oncology, bone and soft tissue tumors, and urological cancers. His exposure to a wide spectrum of cancers laid a strong foundation for managing complex and advanced malignancies.
To further enhance his expertise, Dr. Shinde underwent international fellowship training in GI Oncology and advanced pancreatic surgery at Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, South Korea, and at the Institute of Pancreas, University of Verona, Italy. These fellowships allowed him to train with world leaders in minimally invasive and robotic cancer surgery.
Currently, Dr. Rajesh S. Shinde serves as:
- Lead Consultant – GI (HPB & Colorectal) & Thoracic Surgical Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai
- Professor, Department of Surgical Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Areas of Clinical Expertise
Dr. Shinde specializes in surgical management of:
- Anal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Esophageal cancer
- Gall-bladder cancer
- Liver cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Stomach-gastric cancer
- Lung cancer
- Mediastinal tumors
- Retro peritoneal tumors
- Robotic cancer surgery
- Laparoscopic cancer surgery
- VATS
- CRS HIPEC
- HITHOC
He is highly skilled in:
- Minimally invasive laparoscopic cancer surgery
- Robotic cancer surgery
- Complex colorectal procedures
- Pelvic exenteration
- Cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC
- Advanced pancreatic surgery
His focus is on precision surgery, organ preservation, faster recovery, and better quality of life for cancer patients.
Awards & Recognitions
Dr. Shinde has received numerous honors for his contributions to surgical oncology:
- Best Paper Award – NATCON, Kolkata
- Best Poster Award – IASG, Pondicherry
- CSCO Travel Grant – China
- ESSO Training Fellowship – Verona
- IASO Travel Grant – Chicago
- RD Birla Smarak Kosh Scholarship – South Korea
These recognitions highlight his commitment to academic excellence and surgical innovation.
Academic Excellence & Research Work
Dr. Rajesh S. Shinde has an exceptional academic background and is deeply involved in clinical research. He has published more than 40 peer-reviewed scientific articles in leading national and international journals such as:
- World Journal of Surgery
- Pancreatology
- Diseases of the Colon & Rectum
- Colorectal Disease
- European Journal of Surgical Oncology
- Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology
He has also authored chapters in major oncology and surgical textbooks including:
- Surgical Gastroenterology
- Atlas of Operative Surgical Oncology
- TMH Textbook of Oncology
- Postgraduate Textbook of General Surgery
His research interests include:
- Rectal cancer outcomes
- Postoperative fistula risk prediction
- Minimally invasive GI cancer surgery
- Quality of life assessment in cancer patients
Teaching & Leadership
Dr. Shinde is actively involved in training and mentoring surgical oncology residents and fellows. He regularly conducts:
- Robotic colorectal surgery programs
- GI oncology workshops
- Live thoracic surgery workshops
- Cadaveric laparoscopic colorectal workshops
He has served as Organizing Secretary for:
- Apollo Cancer Conclave
- Apollo Robotic Surgery Programs
- National surgical oncology examinations
His leadership reflects his dedication to advancing cancer care through education and skill development.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Shinde is a member of:
- American College of Surgeons (ACS)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract (SSAT)
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
- Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI)
- Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
His leadership reflects his dedication to advancing cancer care through education and skill development.
Patient-Centric Philosophy
Dr. Rajesh S. Shinde believes that cancer care should be:
- Transparent and ethical
- Multidisciplinary and personalized
- Based on scientific evidence
- Focused on both survival and quality of life
He works closely with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists to design individualized treatment plans for every patient.
