{"id":8281,"date":"2023-11-08T12:33:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-08T12:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/megoconference.com\/?post_type=doctor&#038;p=8281"},"modified":"2025-10-13T14:43:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T14:43:43","slug":"dr-shailesh_puntambekar","status":"publish","type":"doctor","link":"https:\/\/megoconference.com\/ar\/doctor\/dr-shailesh_puntambekar\/","title":{"rendered":"Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-8281\" data-postid=\"8281\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-8281 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-css_id=\"4dsj594\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_4dsj594 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_vlog595 first\">\n                            <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_middle tb_col_count_2 tb_zlu5302\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col3-2 tb_tlbw302 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_bwav992   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2><span style=\"color: #01013a;\">Profile<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dr Shailesh Puntambekar is a distinguished surgeon and the Medical Director at Galaxy CARE Multispeciality Hospital in Pune, India. Renowned worldwide, Dr Puntambekar pioneered laparoscopic and robotic cancer surgeries. He developed the Pune Technique for laparoscopic radical hysterectomy, a revolutionary approach now adopted in over 40 countries. As a result, it has significantly advanced minimally invasive procedures in gynecologic, colorectal, and esophageal cancers. In 2017, Dr Shailesh Puntambekar led India\u2019s first successful uterine transplant, establishing Pune as a centre for innovative surgical practices in Asia.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar\u2019s academic contributions are substantial, with over 120 peer-reviewed publications. Additionally, he has authored several authoritative textbooks. These include the <em>Atlas of Gynecologic Oncology<\/em> and the <em>Atlas of Esophageal Surgery<\/em>, both of which are widely respected references in the field. His video atlases on colorectal and robotic surgery serve as critical educational tools in advanced surgical programs worldwide. Moreover, these resources highlight Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar\u2019s commitment to enhancing surgical knowledge and expertise on a global scale.<\/p>\n<p>Dr Shailesh Puntambekar, an esteemed faculty member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopy (AAGL), has earned top honors, including the Golden Telescope and Kurt Semm Awards. These accolades highlight his reputation as a leading laparoscopic surgeon and his influence on minimally invasive cancer surgery techniques. Moreover, his ongoing contributions to AAGL and other international medical bodies, in turn, reflect his dedication to clinical excellence and the continuous education of medical professionals worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond his surgical expertise, Dr. Puntambekar is a dedicated teacher. In addition, he has trained over 550 surgeons globally through intensive programs at Galaxy CARE and other esteemed institutions, including <a href=\"https:\/\/r.search.yahoo.com\/_ylt=AwrOrszAGzJnD.gNnxMM34lQ;_ylu=Y29sbwNncTEEcG9zAzEEdnRpZAMEc2VjA3Ny\/RV=2\/RE=1732546753\/RO=10\/RU=https%3a%2f%2fwww.ircad.fr%2f\/RK=2\/RS=vCKMBESLninlKzdUzbtE7r.4QdE-\">IRCAD<\/a>, ISSA, and Harvard Medical School. He regularly conducts live surgeries and cadaveric dissections at international conferences. Through these sessions, he also shares his insights into laparoscopic pelvic anatomy and oncology. A committed humanitarian, Dr Puntambekar established the Niramay Cancer Trust to support underprivileged patients. In addition, he has been providing free surgeries at public hospitals in Pune for over two decades. 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Renowned worldwide, Dr Puntambekar pioneered laparoscopic and robotic cancer surgeries. He developed the Pune Technique for laparoscopic radical hysterectomy, a revolutionary approach now adopted in over 40 countries. As a result, it has significantly advanced minimally invasive procedures in gynecologic, colorectal, and esophageal cancers. In 2017, Dr Shailesh Puntambekar led India\u2019s first successful uterine transplant, establishing Pune as a centre for innovative surgical practices in Asia.<\/p> <p>Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar\u2019s academic contributions are substantial, with over 120 peer-reviewed publications. Additionally, he has authored several authoritative textbooks. These include the <em>Atlas of Gynecologic Oncology<\/em> and the <em>Atlas of Esophageal Surgery<\/em>, both of which are widely respected references in the field. His video atlases on colorectal and robotic surgery serve as critical educational tools in advanced surgical programs worldwide. Moreover, these resources highlight Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar\u2019s commitment to enhancing surgical knowledge and expertise on a global scale.<\/p> <p>Dr Shailesh Puntambekar, an esteemed faculty member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopy (AAGL), has earned top honors, including the Golden Telescope and Kurt Semm Awards. These accolades highlight his reputation as a leading laparoscopic surgeon and his influence on minimally invasive cancer surgery techniques. Moreover, his ongoing contributions to AAGL and other international medical bodies, in turn, reflect his dedication to clinical excellence and the continuous education of medical professionals worldwide.<\/p> <p>Beyond his surgical expertise, Dr. Puntambekar is a dedicated teacher. In addition, he has trained over 550 surgeons globally through intensive programs at Galaxy CARE and other esteemed institutions, including <a href=\"https:\/\/r.search.yahoo.com\/_ylt=AwrOrszAGzJnD.gNnxMM34lQ;_ylu=Y29sbwNncTEEcG9zAzEEdnRpZAMEc2VjA3Ny\/RV=2\/RE=1732546753\/RO=10\/RU=https%3a%2f%2fwww.ircad.fr%2f\/RK=2\/RS=vCKMBESLninlKzdUzbtE7r.4QdE-\">IRCAD<\/a>, ISSA, and Harvard Medical School. He regularly conducts live surgeries and cadaveric dissections at international conferences. Through these sessions, he also shares his insights into laparoscopic pelvic anatomy and oncology. A committed humanitarian, Dr Puntambekar established the Niramay Cancer Trust to support underprivileged patients. In addition, he has been providing free surgeries at public hospitals in Pune for over two decades. Dr Puntambekar\u2019s achievements reflect his dedication to advancing minimally invasive cancer surgery in India and worldwide.<\/p>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/megoconference.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Shailesh-Puntambekar_image_.jpg\" title=\"Shailesh Puntambekar_image_\" alt=\"Shailesh Puntambekar_image_\" srcset=\"https:\/\/megoconference.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Shailesh-Puntambekar_image_.jpg 1042w, https:\/\/megoconference.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Shailesh-Puntambekar_image_-278x300.jpg 278w, https:\/\/megoconference.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Shailesh-Puntambekar_image_-948x1024.jpg 948w, https:\/\/megoconference.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Shailesh-Puntambekar_image_-768x830.jpg 768w, https:\/\/megoconference.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Shailesh-Puntambekar_image_-600x648.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1042px) 100vw, 1042px\" \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/185BKSBxGa\/?mibextid=LQQJ4d\"> <em 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