Overview
Colorectal Cancer Surgery is one of Dr Ashwin K.R.’s core areas of practice at Aster Whitefield, Bengaluru. Treatment planning combines careful staging, multidisciplinary discussion and a surgical approach chosen to balance oncological safety with quality of life.
Symptoms & When to See a Surgeon
- Change in bowel habit lasting more than a few weeks
- Rectal bleeding or blood in stool
- Unexplained anaemia, fatigue or weight loss
- Persistent abdominal pain or a palpable lump
These symptoms have many possible causes, but persistent or unexplained symptoms warrant a timely surgical oncology consultation.
Surgical Treatment Approach
- Precision colon and rectal resections, robotic-assisted where appropriate
- Organ-preservation planning to avoid a permanent stoma where feasible
- Multivisceral surgery for selected locally advanced or recurrent disease
- Clear counselling on stoma likelihood, reversal and long-term function
Why Choose Dr Ashwin K.R.
16+ years of experience, 11,000+ major cancer surgeries and a practice built on clear communication — every patient understands their diagnosis, options and the realistic road ahead before deciding on surgery.
