Onco Life Hospitals

Dr. Mahesh Pawar

Dr. Mahesh Pawar

MS (General Surgery), DNB (Surgical Oncology)

Consultant Surgical Oncologist – Pune

Fellow – Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)

Member – Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)

Professional Overview

Dr. Mahesh Pawar is a highly respected DNB-qualified Surgical Oncologist based in Pune, with vast experience in performing complex oncological surgeries across various cancer subspecialties. With a foundation in meticulous surgical technique, evidence-based cancer care, and patient-centric ethics, he is known for delivering optimal outcomes even in high-risk or advanced-stage malignancies.

Trained at premier institutions and actively engaged in multidisciplinary tumour boards, Dr. Pawar believes in offering organ-preserving, minimally invasive, and functionally restorative cancer surgeries, whenever possible. His goal is to not just remove cancer, but to help patients recover faster with better post-operative quality of life.

Education & Academic Qualifications
  • DNB – Surgical Oncology
  • MS – General Surgery
  • MBBS
Surgical Expertise

With a commitment to precision, Dr. Pawar routinely performs surgeries for both early-stage and advanced cancers. His areas of surgical expertise include:

  • Curative, palliative, and reconstructive oncological surgeries
  • Open and laparoscopic cancer resections
  • Nerve-sparing and function-preserving surgeries
  • Oncoplastic breast surgeries
  • Complicated pelvic and retroperitoneal dissections
  • Complex head and neck oncological resections
Key Areas of Specialization

Dr. Pawar has performed numerous surgeries for malignancies affecting:

  • Breast Cancer (Conservative & Radical Surgeries)
  • Oral Cavity & Head-Neck Cancers
  • Oesophageal, Stomach & Colorectal Cancers
  • Lung & Mediastinal Tumours
  • Gynaecologic Cancers (Ovarian, Cervical, Uterine)
  • Urological Malignancies (Kidney, Bladder, Prostate)
  • Soft Tissue Sarcomas and Skin Tumours
  • Endocrine Tumours (Thyroid/Parathyroid/Adrenal)
Affiliations & Memberships
  • Member – Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
  • Fellow – Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Contributor to various tumour boards and case reviews for cross-disciplinary input
Clinical Approach & Philosophy
  • Committed to early diagnosis, complete resection, and low recurrence rates
  • Promotes multidisciplinary care, coordinating with medical oncologists and radiation oncologists
  • Advocates for oncologic safety with functional preservation, particularly in head-neck, breast, and GI cancers
  • Prioritizes patient education, ensuring families are fully informed before major procedures
  • Incorporates latest surgical oncology guidelines and participates in ongoing CME and national oncology forums
Why Patients Prefer Dr. Mahesh Pawar
  • Well Renowned DNB-trained specialist in cancer surgery
  • Experienced in advanced surgical techniques including laparoscopy and reconstruction
  • Known for surgical precision, clinical transparency, and compassionate care
  • Strong postoperative outcomes and patient satisfaction
  • Collaborative and ethical approach to cancer management