Dr. Kalyan
Polavarapu

Consultant Surgical Oncology

American Oncology Institute, Vijayawada & Guntur

"Precision Surgery. Compassionate Care.
Your Fight, My Mission."
MBBS MS General Surgery DNB Surgical Oncology FMAS FALS Oncology PG Dip Oncoplastic Breast Surgery (UK) MBA (BITS Pilani)
Serving Vijayawada Guntur Amaravati Mangalagiri Eluru Krishna District All of Andhra Pradesh
Dr. Kalyan Polavarapu
At a Glance
10+
Years of Surgical Oncology Experience
8
Peer-Reviewed International Publications
8
Advanced Qualifications & Fellowships
5
National & International Memberships

About

A Surgeon Who Truly Cares

When you or a loved one receives a cancer diagnosis, you need more than just a surgeon — you need someone who listens, explains, and walks alongside you through every step of your journey. That is exactly what Dr. Kalyan Polavarapu brings to every patient he meets.

With over 10 years of specialised cancer surgery experience, Dr. Kalyan Polavarapu is one of Andhra Pradesh's most qualified and trusted surgical oncologists. He brings world-class expertise right here to Vijayawada — so you never have to travel far from your family for the best care.

"Every patient deserves a fighting chance — backed by the best science, delivered with the warmth of family."

— Dr. Kalyan Polavarapu

Qualifications

Built on a Foundation of Excellence

2024
MBA – Hospital Management
BITS Pilani
2024
FALS Oncology – Laparoscopic Surgery
Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons
2022
PG Diploma – Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
University of East Anglia, United Kingdom
2021
eMDP – Healthcare Management & Analytics
IIM Kozhikode
2018
FMAS – Fellow in Minimal Access Surgery
Singhania University
2018
DNB – Surgical Oncology
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai
2012
MS – General Surgery (First in College)
Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad
2005
MBBS
Mamata Medical College, Khammam

Areas of Expertise

Comprehensive Cancer Surgery

From breast cancer to complex gastrointestinal and thoracic tumours, Dr. Kalyan offers a full spectrum of surgical oncology services — all under one roof in Vijayawada.

Breast Oncology
Oncoplastic surgery, breast conservation, mastectomy, reconstruction — advanced techniques, locally available.
Head & Neck Cancer
Treatment for tongue, buccal mucosa, sinus cancer, robotic-assisted & open neck dissection.
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroidectomy and lymph node dissection for all types of thyroid malignancies.
GI Oncology
Minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques, and HIPEC for peritoneal malignancies.
Thoracic Oncology
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) for lung and chest wall tumours.
Gynaecological Oncology
Surgical management of ovarian, cervical, and uterine cancers, including Cytoreductive surgery.
Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Limb-salvage surgery and wide excision for sarcomas with a focus on function preservation.
Parotid Cancers
Parotidectomy and salivary gland surgery with reconstructive techniques for optimal outcomes.
Genito-Urinary Malignancy
Surgical management of urological cancers including bladder, kidney, prostate and penile malignancies.
✦ Oncoplastic Breast Surgery Specialist

Oncoplastic Breast Surgery — Available Right Here in Andhra Pradesh

Oncoplastic breast surgery is a revolutionary approach that combines the precision of cancer removal with the artistry of reconstructive surgery. Patients no longer have to choose between beating cancer and feeling whole.

Dr. Kalyan Polavarapu is among the very few surgeons in Andhra Pradesh trained in oncoplastic techniques at an international level. Patients in Vijayawada and Guntur now have access to this world-class procedure — without travelling to Chennai or Hyderabad.

Breast-Conserving SurgeryRemove the cancer, preserve the breast whenever possible.
Sentinel Lymph Node BiopsyTargeted, minimally invasive lymph node assessment.
Skin & Nipple-Sparing MastectomyMaximum cancer control with minimal cosmetic impact.
Oncoplastic ReconstructionRestoring appearance and confidence alongside cancer care.

Clinical Journey

A Career Built on Dedication

Aug 2018 – Present CURRENT

Consultant Surgical Oncologist

American Oncology Institute (AOI), Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Dec 2017 – May 2018

Associate Consultant Surgical Oncologist

Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai

Mar 2015 – Mar 2018

DNB Surgical Oncology Resident

Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai

Feb 2014 – Jan 2015

Senior Resident, Department of General Surgery

NRI Medical College, Visakhapatnam

Aug 2012 – Jan 2014

Senior Resident, Department of General Surgery

Kasturba Medical College, Manipal

Research & Publications

Contributing to Global Oncology

01 · BMJ Case Reports

A rare presentation of splenic tuberculosis with a pseudocyst

Polavarapu K et al. doi:10.1136/bcr-2014-203596

02 · Journal of Urology

Role of 18F-FDG PET CT in Identifying Inguinal Nodal Metastasis in Penile SCC

Apr 2016; 195(4): e1058

03 · Indian Journal of Cancer

Perioperative Complications of Esophagectomy: Post Neoadjuvant vs Primary Surgery

Patil AS, Polavarapu KC et al. 2018;54:439–441

04 · Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg

VATS Cardiac Sympathetic Denervation for Prolonged QT Syndrome

Polavarapu KC, Patil A, Mistry R. doi:10.1007

05 · Indian J Gynecological Oncology

No Role of HIPEC in Epithelial Ovarian Cancer in Routine Clinical Practice

Kulkarni Y & Kalyan P. 2017; 5(Suppl 1):21

06 · World J Surgical Research

A rare presentation of insulinoma as postpartum hypoglycemia

Polavarapu K et al. 2014;3:1–5

07 · JCR 2017

Carney's Triad — A rare multi-tumour syndrome

Gulavani NV, Patil AS, Polavarapu KC. 7:192–195

08 · IJCAR 2018

VATS for Management of Bronchogenic Cyst

Patil AS, Polavarapu KC, Mistry RC.

Professional Affiliations

Member of the World's Leading Surgical Bodies

ASI

Association of Surgeons of India

IASO

Indian Association of Surgical Oncology

ABSI

Association of Breast Surgeons of India

SSO

Society of Surgical Oncology

IAGES

Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons

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You don't have to face this alone. Dr. Kalyan Polavarapu and his team are here to help guide you through your cancer care journey with expertise, compassion, and clarity.

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