Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar

Doctor, Professor

Indian Pune, Maharashtra

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ProfessionDoctor, Professor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth18/10/1963
Age62 years
BirthplacePune, Maharashtra
HometownPune, Maharashtra
Zodiac signLibra

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameShailesh Padmakar Puntambekar
ReligionHinduism
AddressH. No. 29, Renuka, Kalarang Housing Society, Patwardhan Baug, Erandawane, Pune

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversitySavitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) (formerly the University of Pune) in Maharashtra
Educational QualificationMBBS, Master of Surgery (MS), Fellowship in Surgical Oncology

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

SpouseGitanjali Puntambekar

Career

Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • Best video award for “Neobladders Following Radical Cystoprostatectomy” at Asia-Pacific Urologic Conference (1998)
  • Best Video award for “Extraperitoneal Radical Cystoprostatectomy” at USICON (Urological Society of India, National Conference) (Bhubaneswar; 2000)
  • Best Video award for “Extraperitoneal RPLND” at west zone Urological Conference (Goa; 2001)
  • Best Video award for “Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy” ELSA (Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia) Congress in Kaulalampur, Malaysia, 2003.
  • AAGL (American Association of Gynaecology Laparoscopy) Golden Telescope Award “Laparoscopic Ureteroneo Cystostomy with Psoas Hitch” (Chicago, USA; 2005)
  • Outstanding Performance in Laparoscopic Gynaecologic Oncology Master Award (Indian Association of Minimal Access Surgery Gynae Endoscopic Surgery) (Kochi; 2008)
  • IASGO (International Association of Surgeons, Gastro-Oncologist and Oncologist) Award for “Outstanding contribution in the Field Laparoscopy Oncosurgery” (Bejing; 2009)
  • Certificate of Appreciation from Egyptian Society of Surgeons for his exemplary work in Hepato-Pancreato-Bilary.
  • AAGL (American Association of Gynaecology Laparoscopy) Golden Telescope Award for “Laparoscopic Posterior Exenteration for advanced Cancer Cervix” (Florida, USA; 2009)
  • Outstanding Contribution in field of Laparoscopy Gynaecology Endoscopy by POGS (Pune Obstetrics and Gyneac Society) (2009)
  • Best Video award for Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy at ELSA (Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia) Congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2003)
  • AAGL (American Association of Gynaecology Laparoscopy) Golden Telescope Award for Laparoscopic Ureteroneo Cystostomy with Psoas Hitch (Chicago, USA; 2005)
  • Certificate of Appreciation from Egyptian Society of Surgeons for exemplary work in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgery
  • Foundation Signature Award from AAGL for his new concept of 'anterior parametrium' which explains the spread of cervical cancer (2020)
NoteHe has many more awards and accolades to his name.
Current PositionMedical Director at Galaxy CARE Hospital, Pune (since 2005)
SpecializationLaparoscopic Oncosurgeon, Robotic Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist
Years of Experience26 years
Key Achievements
  • First surgeon in India to perform cervical cancer surgery using laparoscopic (keyhole) techniques (2003)
  • Developed laparoscopic radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer, known worldwide as the Pune Technique, now practiced in over 40 countries
  • First surgeon in India to perform robotic surgeries for all types of cancer (2009)
  • First robotic oncosurgeon of India, performed over 400 robotic surgeries
  • First Indian to perform robotic esophageal surgery
  • Appointed Honorary Professor at Complutense University of Madrid, Spain (May 2010)
  • Conducted India’s First Successful Laparoscopic Assisted Uterine Transplant, resulting in a baby girl delivered on 18/10/2018 at Galaxy Care Multispecialty Hospital
  • Only Indian to be the Board Member in AAGL (American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists), Faculty, member of AAGL Oncology Committee and later as International Secretary Treasurer for AAGL
  • Operating Faculty at IRCAD and various other international organizations and their conferences
  • Largest published series of transthoracic esophagectomy - Endoscopic / Robotic
  • Pioneer of Laparoscopic anterior/posterior exenteration for cervical, uterine, ovarian and colorectal cancers
  • Founder of Galaxy Care Hospital, Pune
PublicationsContributed over 80 articles to international and national journals; authored multiple books including Atlas of Laparoscopic Surgery in Gynaecologic Oncology (2006), Chapter in Laparoscopic Gynaecological Procedures (2009), Chapter in Manual of Laparoscopy: Laparoscopic Pelvic Anatomy (2013), Video Atlas of Robotic Surgery (2012), and Video Atlas of Colorectal Surgery (2012). Books translated into Chinese, German, and Spanish.
Professional Affiliations
  • Medical Director and Consultant at Galaxy CARE Hospital, Pune (since 2005)
  • Consultant Oncosurgery at KEM Hospital, Pune (since 1993)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar is a Laparoscopic Oncosurgeon who works in India and overseas.
2. Shailesh Puntambekar served as a Junior Resident in General Surgery at Sassoon General Hospital in Pune from 1986 to 1987. In 1987, he was promoted to the position of Senior Resident in General Surgery. He served in the position till 1988.
3. In 1988, he began working as its Chief Resident in General Surgery.
4. Shailesh Puntambekar served as a Junior Registrar in Oncosurgery at Tata Hospital in Mumbai, India, from 1988 to 1990.
5. From 1991 to 1993, he served as a Senior Registrar in Oncosurgery at Tata Hospital in Pune.
6. In 1993, Shailesh Puntambekar began working as a Consultant Oncosurgery at KEM Hospital in Pune.
7. Once, a little boy with eye cancer needed surgery and came to Shailesh Puntambekar who had no other option but to perform the surgery that would leave him blind to save his life. In 2004, the Marathi movie “Shwaas” was based on this surgery.
8. In 2005, he began working as a Medical Director at Galaxy CARE Laparoscopy Institute in Pune.
9. Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar is a reviewer for many scientific journals including JMIG (Journal Of Minimally Invasive Gynaecology), Elsevier Editorial System, International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Minimal Access Journal (IAGES), Video journal of advanced laparoscopic surgery (Netherlands), and European Journal of Operational Research (EJOR).
10. He has contributed more than 80 articles to many noted international and national journals. Some of his articles include Laparoscopic Transvesical Approach to Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF) Repair, Indian Experience of Robotics in Gynaecology, and Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy in the Elderly.
11. Apart from being a doctor, Shailesh Puntambekar is a noted author who has published many books such as Atlas of Laparoscopic Surgery in Gynaecologic Oncology (2006), Chapter in ‘Laparoscopic Gynaecological Procedures’ (2009), Chapter in Manual of Laparoscopy: Laparoscopic Pelvic Anatomy (2013).
12. All of his books are translated into Chinese, German and Spanish from English.
13. In May 2010, Shailesh Puntambekar was appointed as an Honourary Professor at Complutense University of Madrid, Spain.
14. He is the first Indian to perform Robotic Esophageal Surgery.
15. Shailesh Puntambekar has released many videos on Colorectal surgery and Robotic surgery. These videos include Video Atlas of Robotic Surgery (2012) and Video Atlas of Colorectal Surgery (2012).
16. He has performed live surgeries in more than 150 live surgical workshops ranging from Laparoscopic Whipples, Oesophagectomies, Radical Hysterectomies and Colorectal Surgeries in AIIMS, SGPGI Lucknow, PGI Chandigarh, PGIMS Rohtak, and CMC Vellore.
17. He has conducted live surgeries at workshops not only in India but also in Germany, England, France, Romania, Turkey, Israel, Pakistan, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Australia, Mexico, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Greece.
18. Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar has shared live surgeries in over 12 countries. These surgeries are presented twice at AAGL (American Association of Gynaecological Laparoscopy).
19. He is frequently invited as an expert in laparoscopic colorectal, gynaecological, and oesophagal cancer surgery by various renowned medical organizations worldwide.
20. Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar is often invited to many international conferences to share his experiences. He has delivered lectures on many topics such as ‘Laparoscopic Resection of Omentum and Peritoneum in Ovarian Cancer Surgery,’ ‘Laparoscopic pelvic exentration,’ ‘Intersphincteric Resections (ISR): How and in whom?’ and Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy.
21. In December 2023, he appeared on ‘The Ranveer Show’ and discussed the topic ‘Tumor, Its Types, and Cure.’
22. In May 2010, Shailesh Puntambekar was appointed as an Honorary Professor at Complutense University of Madrid, Spain.
23. He is frequently invited as an expert in laparoscopic colorectal, gynaecological, and oesophageal cancer surgery by various renowned medical organizations worldwide.
24. Considered an expert in pelvic anatomy and has patented surgical techniques.
25. Known as India's first robotic oncosurgeon with expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for colorectal, gynecological, and esophageal cancers.
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