Dr. Rohit Kumar C

Dr Rohit Kumar C is a Surgical Oncologist with focused expertise in breast cancer and axillary surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, parotid gland surgery, ovarian cancer surgery, peritoneal surface malignancies, cytoreductive surgery (CRS), HIPEC and PIPAC.

His approach to cancer surgery combines oncological precision, appropriate use of advanced technology, careful patient selection and shared decision-making. A major focus of his practice is helping patients and families understand complex treatment choices - such as whether surgery is required, when surgery should be performed, whether organ-preserving surgery is feasible, and when a less extensive approach may provide appropriate oncological outcomes.

In breast cancer, his areas of interest include breast-conserving surgery, oncoplastic approaches, skin and nipple areola sparing mastectomy, sentinel lymph-node techniques, axillary de-escalation, targeted axillary dissection, Precision and minimally invasive surgery  and surgical decision-making following neoadjuvant treatment, with particular attention to younger women facing decisions involving body image, fertility, treatment sequencing and long-term quality of life.

He has a focused interest in precision thyroid and parathyroid surgery, including complex thyroid and parathyroid disease, minimally invasive and fluorescence guided thyroid and parathyroid surgery with nerve monitoring with emphasis on careful operative planning, preservation of function and avoidance of unnecessary surgical morbidity.

His work in ovarian cancer and peritoneal surface malignancy includes complex cytoreductive surgery, CRS-HIPEC and PIPAC. His approach emphasises appropriate patient selection and multidisciplinary assessment rather than the use of complex procedures solely because the technology is available.

Dr Rohit also performs robotic, fluorescence and minimally invasive cancer surgery where clinically appropriate, viewing technology as a tool to improve surgical care rather than as a substitute for sound oncological judgement.

Dr Rohit Kumar C is a Surgical Oncologist with focused expertise in breast cancer and axillary surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, parotid gland surgery, ovarian cancer surgery, peritoneal surface malignancies, cytoreductive surgery (CRS), HIPEC and PIPAC.

His approach to cancer surgery combines oncological precision, appropriate use of advanced technology, careful patient selection and shared decision-making. A major focus of his practice is helping patients and families understand complex treatment choices - such as whether surgery is required, when surgery should be performed, whether organ-preserving surgery is feasible, and when a less extensive approach may provide appropriate oncological outcomes.

In breast cancer, his areas of interest include breast-conserving surgery, oncoplastic approaches, skin and nipple areola sparing mastectomy, sentinel lymph-node techniques, axillary de-escalation, targeted axillary dissection, Precision and minimally invasive surgery  and surgical decision-making following neoadjuvant treatment, with particular attention to younger women facing decisions involving body image, fertility, treatment sequencing and long-term quality of life.

He has a focused interest in precision thyroid and parathyroid surgery, including complex thyroid and parathyroid disease, minimally invasive and fluorescence guided thyroid and parathyroid surgery with nerve monitoring with emphasis on careful operative planning, preservation of function and avoidance of unnecessary surgical morbidity.

His work in ovarian cancer and peritoneal surface malignancy includes complex cytoreductive surgery, CRS-HIPEC and PIPAC. His approach emphasises appropriate patient selection and multidisciplinary assessment rather than the use of complex procedures solely because the technology is available.

Dr Rohit also performs robotic, fluorescence and minimally invasive cancer surgery where clinically appropriate, viewing technology as a tool to improve surgical care rather than as a substitute for sound oncological judgement.

Patient-Centred Cancer Decision-Making

A central part of Dr Rohit's practice is patient education and shared decision-making. He believes that the role of the cancer surgeon is not simply to recommend an operation, but to help patients understand:

• what their diagnosis means and the stage and biology of their disease;
• available treatment options and whether surgery should come before or after systemic therapy;
• the benefits and limitations of conservative versus more extensive surgery;
• expected functional outcomes and potential complications; and
• how treatment decisions may influence life after cancer.

He has a particular interest in counselling patients facing complex or conflicting treatment decisions, including younger patients and families seeking clarity before embarking on major cancer treatment.

Clinical philosophy: choose the most appropriate oncological treatment for the individual patient - not necessarily the most aggressive operation or the newest technology.

Cancer Survivorship and Metabolic Health

Dr Rohit's interest in cancer care extends beyond completion of surgery and treatment. He believes that modern cancer care should help patients progress from surviving, to living, and ultimately to thriving.

His survivorship approach focuses on evidence-based optimisation of sleep, nutrition, physical activity and exercise, muscle and metabolic health, mindfulness, mental resilience, rehabilitation and healthy relationships.

These measures are integrated as supportive components of evidence-based oncology care and are not presented as alternatives to established cancer treatment. He is particularly interested in helping cancer survivors regain physical function, confidence and long-term health after treatment.

Education and Training

Dr Rohit completed his MBBS from Vijayanagara Institute of Medical Sciences, Ballari, followed by MS in General Surgery from Mysore Medical College & Research Institute, Mysuru. He subsequently completed his DrNB in Surgical Oncology at Manipal Comprehensive Cancer Centre, Bengaluru.

His additional clinical and international training includes:

• Clinical Fellowship in Head & Neck Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York;
• Certification in Robotic Surgery;
• Training and certification in PIPAC; ESSO Certified CRS HIPEC Surgeon ( Hannover)
• International travelling fellowships through organisations including the Society of Surgical Oncology, Association of Breast Surgeons of India, and societies working in peritoneal surface malignancy and surgical oncology.

These fellowships provided exposure to contemporary approaches in breast surgery, surgical oncology and peritoneal surface malignancy.

Academic and Professional Leadership

Dr Rohit has been actively involved in surgical oncology education, research and professional societies.

He has held leadership responsibilities within the Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI), including serving as its Honorary Secretary for four years from 2022-2026.

He is involved in the training of surgeons and fellows and has contributed to structured clinical pathways and educational programmes in breast oncology, thyroid and parathyroid disease, ovarian cancer, peritoneal surface malignancy and surgical oncology.

Over the course of his academic career, he has presented at multiple national and international oncology meetings and has been involved in the training and mentorship of surgical oncology residents and fellows.