A Puntambekar
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About
Dr. A. Puntambekar is a pioneering gynecologic oncologist and laparoscopic surgeon whose work has significantly advanced minimal access surgery for complex pelvic malignancies. Her primary research areas include laparoscopic radical hysterectomy, robotic surgery, and innovative approaches to low rectal cancer treatment. Dr. Puntambekar’s major contribution lies in demonstrating the feasibility and oncological safety of duplicating conventional multiport laparoscopic radical hysterectomy steps using alternative modalities such as laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESS), OASIS, and robotic platforms—a concept detailed in her 2015 paper (5 citations). More recently, she has tackled the formidable challenge of distal rectal cancers, showing that intersphincteric resection with coloanal anastomosis can achieve effective oncological outcomes in the evolving era of minimal access surgery (2023, 3 citations). Her work bridges the gap between traditional open techniques and modern minimally invasive approaches, offering patients less invasive options without compromising cancer control. Dr. Puntambekar’s research continues to influence surgical practice, particularly in resource-constrained settings where adapting advanced techniques is critical.
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