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Dr. Prashant Balvant Kerkar

M.B.B.S. , M.S., MRCSED
D.N.B., Surgical Oncologist (TMH)

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About The Surgeon

Dr. Prashant Kerkar is a renowned s Surgical Oncolgist , Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary and Gastrointestinal Oncosurgeon. He specialises in doing surgeries by minimally invasive techniques . He has been in clinical practice for more than 18 years having performed complex HPB and GI surgeries with minimal morbidity. He also actively contributes towards the DNB Surgical program in training and guiding young postgraduates. He has been a national and international course director at many programs. He also runs his philanthropic activities through two organisations namely Dr. Shantabai Kerkar Charitable Trust and Dr. Balwant Kerkar Pratishthan.

Winning the best doctor award for cancer for three consecutive years is a remarkable achievement. It not only speaks volumes about our expertise & dedication in the field but also to the impact we have had on the lives of countless Patients & their families. Such recognition underscores our commitment to excellence in patient care, innovative research & contributions to advancement in cancer treatment. Our accomplishments serve as an inspiration to our peers & and is a beacon of hope for those affected by cancer worldwide.

Current Position

  • Consultant Surgical Oncologist
  • Hepato-pancreatico-biliary and Gastro-intestinal surgeon
  • Laparoscopic surgeon
  • Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences & Medical Research Centre (Teaching institution.)
  • Breach Candy Hospital Trust
  • Bhatia Hospital
  • HCG ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre
  • ACI Cumbala Hill Hospital
  • P. D. Hinduja Hospital Khar
  • Dr. Kerkar's Clinic
  • Sushrut Hospital & Research Centre

Presentations

  • Sarcomatoid variant of bladder urothelieal cancer Natcon 2016,Jodhpur.
  • Multiloculated cystic renal cell carcinoma-a histological surprise. Natcon 2016 Jodhpur.
  • Juvenile papillomatosis of breast. Rgcon 2017.
  • Malignant phyllodes tumour of the breast. Rgcon 2017
  • Primary osteosarcoma of breast. Rgcon 2017.
  • Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of pancreas in male: a rare entity. Indian Cancer Congress 2017

Publications:-

  • Trans Diaphragmatic intercostal hernia, following chronic cough. A Case Report. Indian journal of gastroenterology
  • A carotid body tumour glomus vagale. A case report. Bombay hospital journal.
  • Adenosquamous carcinoma of duodenum- a rare entity. Indian journal of surgical oncology. DOI 10.1007/s13193-016-0536-y
  • Brachial plexus injury after right hepatectomy. Indian journal of surgical Oncology. DOI 10.1007/s13193-016-0615-o
  • Primary osteosarcoma of the breast.Indian journal of surgical oncologyDOI 10.1007/s13193-018-0787-x

Memberships-:

  • Member of the International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association.
  • Member of the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Association
  • Member of the Association of surgeons of India.
  • Member of the Indian Association of Surgical Oncologists
  • Managing Committee Member of Association of Medical Consultants