A cancer diagnosis brings many decisions, and choosing the right surgeon is often one of the first. Dr. Nishant Sanghavi is a surgical oncologist practising in Ahmedabad, with over 16+ years of experience and more than 6,000 complex cancer surgeries performed. His focus is on precise, assessment-led surgical treatment of cancer, and on helping patients understand their options clearly before any decision is made.
Dr. Nishant Sanghavi is a surgical oncologist based in Ahmedabad, trained in general surgery before completing his super-specialisation (MCh) in Surgical Oncology at the Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI), Ahmedabad.
He also holds a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic oncosurgery from Galaxy Care Institute, Pune, under Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar. He is the founder and consultant surgical oncologist at Zanish Cancer Hospital, Naranpura, Ahmedabad, and a director at Unveilm Cancer Associates. Read more about his qualifications and experience on the About page.
Years of Experience
Years of Experience
Dr. Nishant Sanghavi is a surgical oncologist based in Ahmedabad, trained in general surgery before completing his super-specialisation (MCh) in Surgical Oncology at the Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI), Ahmedabad.
He also holds a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic oncosurgery from Galaxy Care Institute, Pune, under Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar. He is the founder and consultant surgical oncologist at Zanish Cancer Hospital, Naranpura, Ahmedabad, and a director at Unveilm Cancer Associates. Read more about his qualifications and experience on the About page.
Surgical oncology is the branch of cancer treatment that uses surgery to remove tumours and, where needed, the surrounding tissue affected by cancer. For many cancers, surgery remains central to treatment, often planned alongside other specialists such as medical and radiation oncologists.
Because every cancer and every patient is different, the right surgical approach depends on a careful, individual assessment — including the type of cancer, its stage, and the patient's overall health.
Over more than 16+ years, Dr. Sanghavi has built his practice around this kind of assessment-led surgical care. Explore Surgical Oncology to understand the areas he covers.
Robotic-assisted surgery uses a surgeon-controlled robotic system to perform certain operations with small incisions and precise, magnified visualisation.
It is one option among several minimally invasive approaches offered as part of Dr. Sanghavi's practice, and its suitability depends on the specific cancer, its location, its stage, and a detailed clinical evaluation — it is not the right approach for every patient or every cancer. Dr. Sanghavi has particular, verified experience in robotic-assisted head & neck oncology surgery.
For other cancer types, robotic suitability is assessed case by case during consultation. Explore Robotic Cancer Surgery to learn more about how this decision is made.
surgery for cancers of the stomach, oesophagus, colon, rectum and related organs.
— surgery for cancers of the kidney, bladder and related urological organs.
surgery for cancers of the cervix, uterus, ovary and related organs.
surgery for cancers of the head and neck region, including robotic-assisted approaches where suitable.
surgery for cancers of the head and neck region, including robotic-assisted approaches where suitable.
surgical management, including breast-conservation approaches where appropriate.
surgery for sarcomas across different sites in the body.
reconstructive procedures associated with cancer surgery, where required.
Surgical Oncology from the Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI), Ahmedabad
Advanced laparoscopic oncosurgery from Galaxy Care Institute, Pune
Dr. Sanghavi holds an MBBS and MS in General Surgery, followed by an MCh in Surgical Oncology from the Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI), Ahmedabad, and a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic oncosurgery from Galaxy Care Institute, Pune.
He has over 16+ years of experience and has performed more than 6,000 complex cancer surgeries.
He is the founder and consultant surgical oncologist at Zanish Cancer Hospital, Ahmedabad, and a director at Unveilm Cancer Associates.
These qualifications and affiliations can be verified on the About page.
Facing a possible cancer diagnosis raises many questions — about the disease itself, about treatment options, and about what to expect from surgery.
This website is built to help with that: it includes information on cancer awareness, on how surgical oncology and robotic surgery work, and on what to prepare for before a consultation. Visit Cancer Care & Awareness or Patient Resources & FAQs to explore these in more depth.
A surgical oncologist specialises in treating cancer through surgery, working alongside other cancer specialists to plan the most appropriate treatment for each patient.
It's advisable to consult a surgical oncologist after a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis, or when imaging or biopsy results suggest surgery may be part of your treatment.
Robotic cancer surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique where the surgeon operates using a robotic system for greater precision in certain procedures.
No. Suitability depends on the type and stage of cancer, its location, and a detailed individual assessment — it is discussed during consultation, not assumed in advance.
You can book a consultation at Zanish Cancer Hospital, Naranpura, Ahmedabad, through the Contact page.
If you or a family member are considering a surgical opinion for cancer, Dr. Sanghavi is available for consultation in Ahmedabad to discuss your reports, your options, and the questions you may have.
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