When cancer surgery is the recommended path — the surgeon’s training, technique, and experience determine what is possible. Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali, Additional Director of Surgical Oncology at Fortis Hospitals Bangalore, brings nearly two decades of focused surgical oncology experience, advanced robotic and laparoscopic skills, and training from India’s most respected cancer institutions to every patient he treats.
About Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali
Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali is a senior Surgical Oncologist and Robotic Cancer Surgeon, currently serving as Additional Director — Surgical Oncology at Fortis Healthcare, Bengaluru, practising at both the Bannerghatta Road and Cunningham Road campuses. With 19 years of focused experience in cancer surgery, he has managed complex oncological cases spanning a wide range of tumour types — from gastrointestinal cancers and breast cancer to head and neck tumours, thoracic malignancies, and rare bone and soft tissue cancers.
His surgical training is rooted in some of India’s most respected institutions — including Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore (India’s premier dedicated cancer hospital), AIIMS Delhi, and Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad — supplemented by an international observership at the Department of Surgical Oncology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA.
What sets Dr. Pingali apart is his combination of broad surgical oncology expertise across multiple tumour sites with advanced technical skills in robotic cancer surgery, laparoscopic oncosurgery, HIPEC, and PIPAC — making him one of the more comprehensively trained surgical oncologists in Bangalore.
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Why Patients Choose Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali
- ✅ 19 years of focused Surgical Oncology experience across multiple tumour specialities
- ✅ Trained at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore — India’s premier dedicated cancer hospital
- ✅ International observership — Department of Surgical Oncology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA
- ✅ Experienced at AIIMS Delhi and Nizam’s Institute, Hyderabad — two of India’s most respected medical institutions
- ✅ Robotic cancer surgery specialist — minimally invasive surgery for suitable cancer patients
- ✅ Expertise in HIPEC and PIPAC — advanced procedures for selected peritoneal and abdominal cancers
- ✅ Multidisciplinary and patient-centred approach to cancer care — treatment plans coordinated with oncology, radiology, and pathology teams
- ✅ Associated with Fortis Hospitals — Bannerghatta Road and Cunningham Road, Bengaluru
Qualifications & Training
🎓 MBBS
Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
🎓 MS — General Surgery
Osmania Hospital, Hyderabad
🎓 MCh — Surgical Oncology
Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore — India’s premier cancer institute
🌍 Observership — USA
Department of Surgical Oncology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Nebraska, USA
🏥 Institutional Experience
AIIMS Delhi and Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad
🏆 Academic Honours
- University Medal in General Surgery
- Swaminathan Prize in Anatomy
- University Prize in Social and Preventive Medicine
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Areas of Surgical Expertise
Dr. Pingali covers a comprehensive range of cancer surgery types — making him one of the few surgical oncologists in Bangalore who manages tumours across multiple organ systems:
🤖 Robotic & Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
Minimally invasive cancer surgery using robotic and advanced laparoscopic techniques — smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, faster recovery for suitable patients. Suitability depends on cancer type, stage, and patient condition.
🫁 GI Cancer Surgery
Surgical oncology for gastrointestinal cancers — stomach, colon, rectum, and related digestive organs. Treatment is coordinated with medical oncology and radiation teams for a complete cancer care plan.
🗣️ Head, Neck & Thyroid Cancer Surgery
Surgery for cancers of the oral cavity, throat, neck nodes, thyroid, and related structures — with careful planning to preserve speech, swallowing, and quality of life wherever possible.
🎀 Breast Cancer Surgery
Breast cancer surgery as part of a multidisciplinary treatment plan — coordinated with chemotherapy, radiation, hormonal therapy, targeted therapy, and follow-up surveillance based on the individual diagnosis.
🌸 Gynaecologic Oncology Surgery
Surgeries for gynaecologic cancers involving the uterus, ovaries, cervix, and related organs — planned based on staging, biopsy reports, imaging, and the patient’s overall medical condition.
💧 Uro-Oncologic Surgery
Surgical oncology for selected cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate, testis, and related urological organs — using both open and minimally invasive approaches as appropriate.
🫁 Thoracic Oncology Surgery
Surgery for cancers in the chest region, including lung tumours and other thoracic malignancies. Suitability depends on staging, lung function assessment, tumour spread, and multidisciplinary review.
🦴 Bone & Soft Tissue Tumour Surgery
Management of bone and soft tissue tumours — requiring careful imaging review, biopsy confirmation, surgical margin planning, reconstruction where needed, and long-term follow-up monitoring.
HIPEC & PIPAC — Advanced Peritoneal Cancer Treatments
Two of the more specialised procedures in Dr. Pingali’s surgical repertoire are HIPEC and PIPAC — both used in carefully selected patients with certain types of abdominal and peritoneal cancer spread.
💉 HIPEC
(Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
HIPEC is a surgical procedure where heated chemotherapy is delivered directly into the abdominal cavity at the time of cancer surgery. It is used in selected patients with peritoneal surface malignancies — such as colorectal cancer, appendix cancer, or ovarian cancer with peritoneal spread — where conventional systemic chemotherapy has limited reach.
💊 PIPAC
(Pressurised Intraperitoneal Aerosol Chemotherapy)
PIPAC is a minimally invasive approach where chemotherapy is delivered as an aerosol (fine mist) into the peritoneal cavity under pressure using laparoscopic technique. It may be considered in patients with peritoneal metastases where surgery is not the primary option but local chemotherapy delivery is sought. Suitability is determined on a case-by-case basis.
Suitability for HIPEC and PIPAC depends on cancer type, extent of peritoneal disease, previous treatment history, overall patient fitness, and multidisciplinary team review. These are not suitable for every patient and require detailed oncological assessment before consideration.
Where to Consult Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali in Bangalore
🏥 Fortis Hospital — Bannerghatta Road
📍 154/9, Bannerghatta Road, Opposite IIM-B, Bengaluru 560076
South Bangalore’s leading multispeciality hospital — accessible from Jayanagar, BTM Layout, JP Nagar, Electronic City, and surrounding areas. Full oncology infrastructure including robotic surgery.
✅ Primary location🏥 Fortis Hospital — Cunningham Road
📍 14, Cunningham Road, Bengaluru 560052
Central Bangalore location — convenient for patients from Malleswaram, Sadashivanagar, Rajajinagar, Hebbal, and North Bangalore areas.
✅ Also available hereInternational Patients
Patients from Nigeria, Kenya, Bangladesh, the UAE, Oman, and other countries seeking cancer surgery in Bangalore will find that the cost of surgical oncology procedures here is significantly lower than in the UK, USA, or Singapore — while outcomes at experienced centres like Fortis Bangalore are comparable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali specialise in?
Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali specialises in Surgical Oncology — covering robotic cancer surgery, advanced laparoscopic oncosurgery, GI cancer surgery, head and neck cancer, thyroid cancer, breast cancer surgery, gynaecologic oncology, uro-oncology, thoracic oncology, bone and soft tissue tumours, HIPEC, and PIPAC. He is based at Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road and Cunningham Road, Bangalore.
Where does Dr. Pingali practise in Bangalore?
He is associated with Fortis Hospitals on Bannerghatta Road (South Bangalore, opposite IIM-B) and Cunningham Road (Central Bangalore). Doctor Visit Bangalore can help you identify the most convenient location and book your appointment.
Does Dr. Pingali perform robotic cancer surgery?
Yes. Dr. Pingali is skilled in robotic and advanced laparoscopic oncosurgeries. The suitability of robotic surgery depends on the cancer type, stage, tumour location, imaging findings, and overall patient condition — and is determined after a full surgical oncology assessment.
What is HIPEC and who is it suitable for?
HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) is a specialised procedure where heated chemotherapy is delivered directly into the abdominal cavity at the time of cancer surgery. It is used in selected patients with peritoneal surface malignancies such as colorectal cancer, appendix cancer, or ovarian cancer with peritoneal spread. Suitability is determined through a detailed multidisciplinary oncological assessment.
Can I get a second opinion on cancer surgery from Dr. Pingali?
Yes. If you have been recommended cancer surgery by another doctor and wish to get a second surgical oncology opinion, Doctor Visit Bangalore can arrange a consultation with Dr. Pingali at your most convenient Fortis location. WhatsApp your medical reports to +91 78920 28951 — we will forward them ahead of your appointment.
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali?
Contact Doctor Visit Bangalore via WhatsApp at +91 78920 28951 or by phone. Share your diagnosis, existing reports, and preferred hospital location. We will book your appointment, help prepare your medical documents, and guide you through the consultation — completely free of charge.
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Final Word
Cancer surgery is not a decision made lightly. It is the result of careful investigation, honest specialist advice, and — when the time comes — placing your trust in the right hands.
Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali brings 19 years of focused surgical oncology experience, training from India’s best cancer institutions, an international observership from the USA, and advanced robotic and laparoscopic skills to every case he manages. His multidisciplinary approach means no cancer surgery decision is made in isolation — medical oncology, radiation, radiology, and pathology all contribute to every treatment plan.
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer and surgery has been recommended — or if you need a second opinion before deciding — Doctor Visit Bangalore is here to help. We will coordinate your consultation with Dr. Pingali’s team at Fortis Bangalore, forward your reports, and guide you every step of the way. Free of charge. Always.
The right surgeon matters. Let us help you find the right path forward.
Sources: Fortis Healthcare official doctor profile; Practo; Credihealth. Qualifications, experience, and affiliations compiled from publicly available sources.
Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical advice. Please consult Dr. Sarat Chandra Pingali or a qualified oncologist directly for diagnosis, treatment planning, surgery suitability, and personalised medical guidance. This page follows the Doctor Visit Bangalore Editorial Policy.