Prof. Avanish Saklani – Colorectal & Peritoneal Oncology Specialist

Prof. Avanish Saklani is one of India’s most accomplished colorectal and peritoneal surface malignancy surgeons, widely respected for advancing complex cancer surgery through minimally invasive and robotic techniques. Trained in India and the United Kingdom, with advanced robotic exposure in South Korea, he brings a rare blend of global expertise and evidence-based precision to cancer care.

Formerly Chief of Colorectal Services and Professor of Robotic Surgery at Tata Memorial Hospital, one of Asia’s leading cancer centres, Prof. Saklani has managed over 1,000 new cancer patients annually and performed 800+ major oncological resections each year, with nearly 90% conducted using minimally invasive approaches. His clinical focus spans rectal and colon cancer, advanced pelvic malignancies, recurrent colorectal cancers, peritoneal metastases, pseudomyxoma peritonei, and mesothelioma, including complex procedures such as pelvic exenteration, CRS–HIPEC, and PIPAC. Read More

Educational Background

MBBS

MS (Surgical Oncology) – Tata Memorial Hospital

FRCS, FRCS(Gen Surg), FASCRS

CCST UK

Fellow, American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS)

Honorary Member, Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain & Ireland (ACPGBI)

Honorary Fellow, Association of Robotic & Innovative Surgery (ARIS)

Professional Journey

Director Surgical Oncology, Fortis Mumbai

Ex Professor Robotic Surgery & Chief, Colorectal Services, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai

Available At

Fortis Mulund

Fortis Raheja : Tuesday - 3pm to 5pm | Thursday - By Appointment

Fortis Vashi : Wednesday - 9am to 11am | Other Days - By Appointment

Fortis Kalyan : Friday - 2pm to 4pm - By Appointment
Tuesday & Thursday - 5pm to 7pm

Call For Appointment : +91 7400319886

Specialized Services

Publications & Academic Contributions

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Rectal Cancer: Oncological Outcomes and Functional Results

Colorectal Disease / International colorectal surgery literature

Pelvic Exenteration for Locally Advanced and Recurrent Rectal Cancer: Outcomes from a High-Volume Tertiary Center

Published in peer-reviewed oncological surgery journals

Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC for Colorectal Peritoneal Metastases: Survival, Safety, and Patient Selection

Peritoneal Surface Oncology research

Management Strategies for Locally Recurrent Colorectal Cancer: A Multidisciplinary Surgical Approach

International surgical oncology publications

Awards & Recognitions

Key Conference Presentations

PELVEX 2023, Bordeaux: Bladder-sparing exenteration and minimally invasive pelvic exenteration

BGCS 2023, Aberdeen: Minimally invasive pelvic exenteration

Accra 2023, Kumasi, Ghana: Minimally invasive rectal resections in the developing world

ACPGBI 2023: Best Oral Poster – EMVI in rectal cancers: long-course vs short-course radiotherapy

ESCP 2023, Lithuania: Laparoscopic lateral pelvic lymph node dissection in anal canal melanoma

Our Blogs

What Our Patients Say

Dr. Saklani is truly no less than God to us. After being turned away by several top surgeons in Delhi who said my surgery was too complex and risky, Dr. Saklani not only agreed to take on my case but performed it successfully with exceptional skill and confidence.
He is a true blessing — a rare combination of brilliance, compassion, and dedication. Even though he is based in Mumbai and I am in Delhi, he has been constantly supportive throughout my recovery, always available for follow-ups and guidance.
Words can’t express the gratitude my family and I feel. Dr. Saklani gave me a new lease on life when everyone else had given up hope. I will forever remain thankful for his expertise, kindness, and unwavering care.

Saloni Chawla

Dr. Avanish Saklani is one of the best colorectal cancer surgeons in Mumbai. His expertise and compassionate care make patients feel completely confident throughout their treatment.

Balwant Singh

Doctor Saklani is very knowledgeable. We consulted him for second opinion. He makes patient very comfortable. One of the best cancer surgeon in mumbai.

Vilas Mayanak