Meet Dr. Vimalathithan — The Cancer Surgeon Who Puts Patients First

Every year, thousands of families in Chennai receive a cancer diagnosis that turns their world upside down. In those moments, one question rises above all others: “Who is the best doctor I can trust with my life?”

For many patients across Tamil Nadu, the answer is Dr. Vimalathithan — a surgical oncologist whose name has become synonymous with precision, compassion, and results.

From Chennai to the UK — A Surgeon Trained at the Highest Level

Dr. Vimalathithan did not just study medicine. He pursued the very best training available — in India and abroad.

He holds an MS in General Surgery, followed by the prestigious MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, United Kingdom — one of the toughest surgical exams in the world. He then completed an M.ch in Surgical Oncology, which is India’s highest-level specialisation in cancer surgery.

But he didn’t stop there.

He went on to earn FICRS — a fellowship in Robotic Surgery — making him one of a very small group of surgeons in Chennai qualified to perform cancer operations using advanced robotic technology.

In simple terms: he trained harder and longer than most, so his patients don’t have to worry.

What Does a Surgical Oncologist Actually Do?

Many people confuse oncologists with surgeons. Here’s the difference:

A medical oncologist gives chemotherapy and medicines. A surgical oncologist like Dr. Vimalathithan physically removes the cancer from the body — with a scalpel, and now, with robotic precision.

He operates on:

• Breast cancer
• Stomach, colon, and rectal cancer
• Liver and pancreatic tumours
• Thyroid cancer
• Head and neck cancers
• Soft tissue tumours

If cancer needs to come out — he’s the one who takes it out.

Robotic Surgery — What It Means for You

Most people imagine cancer surgery as a long, painful procedure with weeks of recovery. Robotic surgery is changing that.

Using a robotic surgical system, Dr. Vimalathithan can operate through tiny keyhole incisions — with a level of precision the human hand alone cannot always achieve. For patients, this means:

• Less pain after surgery
• Smaller scars
• Shorter hospital stay
• Faster return to normal life

For a cancer patient already going through a difficult time, these things matter enormously.

Where to Find Him

Dr. Vimalathithan sees patients at Gleneagles HealthCity, Perumbakkam — one of Chennai’s most advanced hospitals, located off OMR near Sholinganallur.

The hospital has dedicated cancer surgery facilities, robotic operating theatres, and a full team of specialists who work together on each case.

Clinic hours: Monday to Saturday, At 09:00 AM To 5:00 PM Phone: 099628 66666

If You or Someone You Love Has Been Diagnosed with Cancer

The most important thing you can do right now is speak to a specialist — not next month, not after “seeing how it goes.” Now.

Early consultation with a surgical oncologist like Dr. Vimalathithan can mean the difference between a difficult surgery and a straightforward one, between a long recovery and a short one, and in some cases — between more time and less.

You don’t need a referral to book an appointment. You just need to make the call.

📞 [099628 66666](http://099628 66666) Gleneagles HealthCity, Perumbakkam, Sholinganallur, Chennai 600119