About Dr. Praveen Kammar
Dr. Praveen Kammar is a highly skilled surgical oncologist with over a decade of experience in gastrointestinal, colorectal, and peritoneal cancer surgery. A trusted oncologist, Dr. Praveen Kammar specializes in minimally invasive and robotic cancer surgery, Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS), HIPEC, and advanced abdominal oncology. As a leading cancer specialist in Mumbai, he is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered cancer care through a multidisciplinary approach.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Praveen Kammar
Colorectal Cancer Treatment
As an experienced colorectal cancer surgeon, he provides comprehensive treatment for colon and rectal cancers, including sphincter-preserving procedures whenever clinically feasible.
Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment
A renowned gastrointestinal cancer specialist and GI cancer specialist, he treats cancers of the stomach, oesophagus, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, small intestine, and colorectal region using personalized surgical strategies.
Rectal Cancer and Sphincter Saving Surgery
Dr. Kammar specializes in advanced rectal cancer surgery with a focus on sphincter preservation, helping eligible patients avoid permanent stomas while maintaining excellent oncological outcomes.
Peritoneal Malignancies and Advanced Abdominal Cancers
He has extensive expertise in managing advanced abdominal cancers and peritoneal surface malignancies through multimodality treatment, including Cytoreductive Surgery and regional chemotherapy.
Robotic, Laparoscopic and Minimal Access Cancer Surgery
Recognized as a robotic cancer surgeon, Dr. Kammar performs advanced robotic and Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery for gastrointestinal, colorectal, abdominal, and selected thoracic cancers. His expertise in minimally invasive surgery includes laparoscopic colorectal resections, robotic abdominal procedures, transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS), and other organ-preserving techniques that help reduce pain, shorten hospital stays, and support faster recovery.
Cytoreductive Surgery, HIPEC and PIPAC
A recognized HIPEC surgeon, Dr. Praveen Kammar specializes in the treatment of peritoneal surface malignancies using Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS), HIPEC Cancer Treatment, and PIPAC. He co-founded the Asian Peritoneal Surface Malignancy Group database alongside Dr. Sanket Mehta, reflecting his commitment to advancing treatment for complex abdominal cancers through research and innovation.
Education, Training & Professional Experience
Dr. Kammar completed his MBBS from JN Medical College, Belgaum, followed by an MS in General Surgery from JSS Medical College, Mysore. He earned his MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, London, and completed his MCh in Surgical Oncology at Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, gaining specialized expertise in gastrointestinal and peritoneal cancer surgery.
Research & Publications
Dr. Kammar has published research on colorectal cancer and peritoneal surface malignancies in reputed journals and regularly presents at national and international conferences. He is actively associated with the Society of Peritoneal Surface Oncology of India and continues to contribute to research advancing cancer treatment.
Why Choose Dr. Praveen Kammar?
With over 35 years of experience and more than 500 oncologic procedures performed annually, Dr. Khan is recognised for his clinical excellence, patient-centred approach, and commitment to organ preservation whenever possible. His expertise in complex cancer surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and multidisciplinary treatment planning enables patients to receive personalised, high-quality care.