Dr. Vikash Kumar Agarwal
Senior Consultant Specialist
Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata• View Hospital- Department
- Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MS (General Surgery), Fellowship/Residency, Surgical Oncology
- Experience
- 20+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Vikash Kumar Agarwal
Dr. Vikash Kumar Agarwal is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist at Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals and Apollo Cancer Centres, Kolkata, with over 20 years of experience and more than 10,000 surgeries performed, including minimum-blood-transfusion techniques. His core specialities include robotic cancer surgery, breast oncoplasty, head & neck cancer surgery, and gastrointestinal cancer surgery, and he was recognised as the 'Best Oncosurgeon in India' in 2017. He treats breast, liver, pancreatic, thyroid, rectal, and gallbladder cancers, performing tumour removal, lymph node dissection, and function-preserving head & neck cancer surgery. Dr. Agarwal is an alumnus of Calcutta National Medical College and IPGME&R, Kolkata, holding an MS in General Surgery from Calcutta University, an MRCS from Edinburgh, and Fellowships (FAMS, FAIS in Robotic Surgery), following training at Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai. He received the BIG BIRAC Grant for research into bloodless cancer surgery and founded the Global Cancer Trust for awareness advocacy.
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Clinical Career Timeline
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Languages Spoken
Treatments Performed
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures4 Procedures
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries3 Procedures
Practices At
Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata
Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kankurgachi, West Bengal, Kolkata in India
What to Expect: Cancer Care/ Surgical Oncology
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer | $84,000 US/UK | $20,000 in India | 76% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews (2)
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Vikash Kumar Agarwal provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Vikash Kumar Agarwal specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in surgical oncology, including robotic cancer surgery, breast oncoplasty, and head & neck and gastrointestinal cancer surgery.
2Q: How many surgeries has Dr. Agarwal performed?
Ans: He has performed over 10,000 surgeries over his 20+ year career, including techniques that minimise blood transfusion.
3Q: What awards has Dr. Agarwal received?
Ans: He was recognised as 'Best Oncosurgeon in India' in 2017 and 'Leading Health Professional of the World' in 2013.
4Q: Does Dr. Agarwal perform robotic cancer surgery?
Ans: Yes, robotic cancer surgery is one of his core areas of expertise, alongside breast oncoplasty and minimal-access techniques.