Dr. Tapas Kumar Kar is a Surgical Oncologist and Robotic Surgeon with 10 years of experience, currently practising at Apollo Cancer Centre. He is known for his expertise in minimally invasive and robotic cancer surgery, with a strong focus on precision, safety, and patient-centred outcomes.

Dr. Kar completed his MBBS (Gold Medallist) from Thanjavur Medical College and Hospital, Tamil Nadu, and MS in General Surgery from S.C.B. Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack. He went on to pursue advanced training in Surgical Oncology, including senior residency at BLK Cancer Centre, BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, followed by clinical work as an Attending Consultant at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, New Delhi. He has also received specialised training in Breast Oncology and Oncoplastic Surgery.

His clinical expertise spans breast conservation and oncoplastic breast surgery, gastrointestinal and HPB malignancies, colorectal cancers, gynecological malignancies, urological cancers, head and neck cancers, soft tissue sarcomas, and HIPEC procedures, with extensive use of minimally invasive and robotic techniques. He is also experienced in complex reconstructive procedures, including pedicled and free flap surgeries.

Dr. Tapas Kumar Kar is an active member of leading professional bodies such as ASI, IASO, ABSI, ASCO, and SSO, reflecting his ongoing engagement with advancements in cancer surgery. His approach combines advanced surgical techniques with compassionate care, making him a trusted cancer surgeon at Apollo Cancer Centre, Kolkata.