​PRECISION CARE FOR YOUR GUT HEALTH. STRONGER TREATMENTS, BETTER OUTCOMES.
Gastrointestinal Cancer Care
Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, which include cancers of the colon, rectum, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, and bile ducts, are among the most prevalent cancers worldwide. Timely diagnosis, personalized treatment planning, and access to advanced surgical techniques significantly improve outcomes and quality of life. Dr Shravan Nadkarni, with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic GI cancer surgeries, offers compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s unique diagnosis.
25%
Over
​of all cancer-related deaths globally
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide.
Early-stage detection can improve 5-year survival rates up to 90% for colon and rectal cancers.
Fact Check: Dispelling Misconceptions
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Myth: GI cancers are always hereditary.
Fact: While genetics can play a role, lifestyle factors like diet, obesity, smoking, and chronic inflammation are major contributors.
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Myth: A colonoscopy is only needed if symptoms appear.
Fact: Routine screenings can detect polyps early before they turn cancerous—even without symptoms.
Lesser-Known Facts: Unveiling the Intriguing Aspects
H. pylori infection is a major risk factor for stomach cancer, yet many people remain unaware they carry it.
Right-sided colon cancers may present with fatigue or anemia instead of digestive symptoms, making early diagnosis more challenging.
Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are rare but often respond well to targeted therapies.
What Every Patient Should Know
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Don’t Ignore Subtle Symptoms: Persistent bloating, blood in stool, trouble swallowing, and unexplained weight loss warrant immediate medical attention.
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Screening Saves Lives: A colonoscopy can detect and remove precancerous polyps before they progress.
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Nutrition and Lifestyle Matter: A fiber-rich diet, regular exercise, and avoiding tobacco and alcohol can reduce risk significantly.
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Personalized Care Makes a Difference: Each patient’s cancer is different; hence, treatment is tailored to your tumor biology, stage, and overall health.
Advanced Treatment Options Available
Dr. Shravan specializes in robotic and minimally invasive surgeries, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures that offer patients the benefits of smaller incisions, quicker recovery times, and significantly reduced pain and complications. For patients requiring non-surgical interventions, targeted therapy and immunotherapy options are available, including advanced drugs such as Cetuximab and Bevacizumab for colorectal cancers, Trastuzumab for HER2-positive stomach cancers, and checkpoint inhibitors for specific tumor types. In cases where surgery is not immediately possible or to enhance treatment outcomes, chemotherapy and radiation therapy are meticulously planned to shrink tumors before surgery or eliminate remaining cancer cells afterward. To ensure the highest standards of care, each case is thoroughly evaluated through a multidisciplinary tumor board review, involving experts across specialties who collaboratively develop a personalized treatment strategy aligned with international best practices.