Excess body weight is linked to an increased risk of developing many health issues, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers. Being overweight or obese can fuel the development and progression of some of the most common and deadly types of cancer. Excess body fat can promote chronic, low-grade inflammation in the body […]

Cancer diagnosis during pregnancy is a devastating experience for any woman. It is not only emotionally and psychologically challenging, but it can also have long-term physical effects on both the mother and the baby. Women diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy often face difficult decisions about how to proceed with their medical treatment while also trying […]

Stomach Cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is a type of cancer that originates in the cells of the stomach. It is one of the most common types of cancer and is responsible for thousands of deaths worldwide each year. Stomach cancer can be caused by a variety of factors including unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle […]

Ovarian Cancer is a type of cancer that affects the ovaries, which are the female reproductive organs located in the pelvis. It is one of the leading causes of death among women, and it can be difficult to diagnose in its early stages. Treatment options depend on the stage of the cancer but may include […]

Cancer is a deadly disease that affects both men and women, but certain types of cancer are particularly common in women. From breast cancer to cervical cancer, these cancers can have a devastating effect on the lives of those affected. Fortunately, treatments are available for these conditions, allowing women to take control of their health […]

Oral Cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer that affects millions of people around the world each year. It can be caused by a variety of factors, such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, excessive sun exposure and certain viruses.  Being the Best Cancer Hospital in Pune, we always emphasise that early detection of […]

Cancer is a disease that continues to claim millions of lives every year. It is estimated that over 10 million people die from cancer-related causes annually, making it one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Despite advances in medicine and technology, cancer remains a challenging disease and its effects on individuals, families and communities […]

The diagnosis of cancer is a heavy blow to anyone. It is a life-changing event, and it takes time to adjust to the new reality. There are many emotions that one goes through after a diagnosis. If you are recently diagnosed with cancer, remember that you are not alone. There are many people out there […]

ROBOTIC SURGERY: AN OVERVIEW Robotic Surgery consists of using a robotic surgical system to perform operations on patients. Similar to minimally invasive procedures, it is performed with smaller incisions, more precise movements. The surgeon sits at the console doing the operation.  The console provides 3D visualization on a computer screen and usually has arm-like appendages […]

The surgical treatment of cancer has undergone a paradigm shift. The advances in the last decade have been taking place at a breathtaking pace. A few years back the completeness of the surgery was measured by the size of the incision. Thus evolved the dictum of “Big surgeons take big incisions”. The main aim of […]

Surgical methods are evolving tremendously with the advancement in medical science. There are much safer and easier surgical methods available now, enhancing the quality of life for patients post-surgery. Laparoscopic surgery is one such advanced surgery. It is also called Keyhole surgery or minimally invasive surgery. It is a low-risk procedure that involves multiple small […]

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020 alone. The cases of cancer are ever-increasing. However, cancer deaths are preventable. According to the WHO- between 30% and 50% of cancer deaths could be prevented by modifying or avoiding key risk factors and implementing existing evidence-based […]

Breast Cancer is one of the most prevalent cancer forms. It accounts for around 25% to 31% of all cancers in women. Fortunately, it is one of the treatable forms of cancer. The breast cancer awareness campaigns have made women more aware of the early signs. Although there is more awareness now than before, there […]

Galaxy Care Hospital is a futuristic and visionary healthcare centre. It consist of a multi-speciality set up with modern infrastructure. Galaxy Care Hospital uses state-of-the-art equipment, providing excellent services with highly committed staffs. The best doctors in Pune are under one roof with nearly 100 bed capacity. Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar, Managing Director and Consultant Oncosurgeon, […]

I am feeling proud to be invited by AAGL for global hysterectomy Summit on 15th & 16th April 2016. I will be inaugurating the conference on 15th with laparoscopic tour of the pelvic dissection. I will be teaching pelvic anatomy as the master surgeon in human cadaver. Also will be giving demonstration on hysterectomy under […]

It’s been pleasure to be invited as a key speaker for Grand rounds at the world’s leading cancer hospital Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. I am feeling proud to teach pelvic anatomy & surgical techniques to the top oncologists of USA. What a coincidence that I will representing India on Dr. Ambedkar […]

Shailesh P Puntambekar, AkhilLawande, GeetanjaliAgarwal Joshi, Saurabh Joshi, SeemaPuntambekar, Rahul Kenawadekar, Sunil Reddy, M H Bhojaraja. ABSTRACT BODY: The application of LESS (Laparoendoscopic Single Site Surgery) and NOTES (Natural Orifice Trans Endoscopic Surgeries) is now being done to gynecologic oncological procedures. We applied our expertise of LESS to perform a laparoscopic radical hysterectomy by LESS. […]

Shailesh P Puntambekar, NallapothulaKathya, ChaitanyaMallireddy, Seema S Puntambekar, GeetanjaliAgarwal, Saurabh Joshi, Rahul Kenawadekar, AkhilLawande. ABSTRACT Introduction Pelvic exenteration is now becoming widely acceptable as a curative procedure rather than a palliative one. Performing these surgeries by minimally invasive techniques helps to improve the quality of life and decrease the morbidity of these extensive procedures. Aims […]

Laparoscopic Gynae-oncological Procedures: Lessons Learnt After a Single Institution Audit of Complications and Their Management in 567 Consecutive Patients. Shailesh P Puntambekar, Geetanjali A Agrawal, Saurabh N Joshi, Neeraj V Rayate, D N B Saravana, Avanish V Deshmukh. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India; 64(1):36-40. DOI:10.1007/s13224-013-0446-7 ABSTRACT : To retrospectively evaluate the complications of […]

Total Laparoscopic Posterior Pelvic Exenteration: A case report of low anterior resection with en bloc partial vaginectomy with sphincter preservation and handsewncoloanal anastomosis for locoregionally advanced carcinoma of rectum invading female genital tract. Shailesh P Puntambekar, ParagKumthekar, Geetanjali Agarwal-Joshi, Saurabh Joshi, Akshay Nadkarni. Surgical laparoscopy, endoscopy & percutaneous techniques; 23(1):e22-3. · 0.88 Impact Factor ABSTRACT […]

Nerve Sparing Radical Hysterectomy Made Easy by Laparoscopy Shailesh Puntambekar, AkhilLawande, Seema Puntambekar,Saurabh Joshi, Sanjay Kumar Rahul Kenawadekar.Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology 1.61 Impact Factor 2014-04. ABSTRACT Title Nerve Sparing radical hysterectomy made easy by laparoscopyBody: The commonest complication of a radical hysterectomy is bladder dysfunction. To overcome this, a nerve sparing radical hysterectomy is […]