With over a decade of clinical excellence in breast surgery, Dr. Kanmani Telkar is a highly skilled and compassionate surgeon dedicated to the comprehensive care of patients with breast cancer, benign breast conditions, and aesthetic breast concerns. Her approach combines the highest standards of oncological safety with an eye for aesthetic and reconstructive precision, ensuring not only survival but also quality of life for her patients.

Education & Advanced Training

Dr. Kanmani’s medical journey began with her MBBS from JJM Medical College, Davangere, followed by an MS in General Surgery from JSS Medical College, Mysore. Her deep interest in breast health led her to pursue a specialized Fellowship in Breast Cancer Diseases at RGUHS University, Bangalore, in collaboration with HCG Hospital—one of India’s premier cancer centres.

To further advance her expertise, she moved to the UK to complete an MCh in Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery at the prestigious Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh (WWL) Hospitals, a centre well-known for its national breast cancer program. Her international credentials are further endorsed by her FEBS accreditation (European Board Certification in Breast Oncoplastic Surgery), a mark of clinical excellence in Europe.

Clinical Experience & Expertise

Dr. Kanmani brings over a decade of experience from renowned institutions like HCG Bangalore and Narayana Health Bangalore, as well as globally recognised NHS trusts in the UK. She has successfully performed over 1,000 breast procedures, covering a wide range of complex and advanced techniques in both oncological and cosmetic breast surgery.

Her areas of expertise include:

• Breast Cancer Surgery
• Palpable & non-palpable lesions using Magseed, Radioisotope, ICG, ROLL, and Tag-Guided Lumpectomy
• Aesthetic radical mastectomies, including skin-sparing and nipple-sparing techniques
• Sentinel lymph node biopsy (guided by Blue dye, Radioisotope, ICG, and Magtrace)
• Axillary clearance procedures
• Oncoplastic & Reconstructive Surgeries
• Partial breast reconstruction (Level 1–3 Oncoplasty, local chest wall perforator flaps, LD flaps)
• Whole breast reconstruction (implant-based and flap-based techniques)
• Benign Breast Conditions
• Excision of fibroadenomas and other benign lesions
• Breast deformity corrections
• Lipomodeling
• Cosmetic Breast Procedures
• Breast augmentation (implants)
• Reduction mammoplasty
• Breast lift (mastopexy)

Patient-Centred Approach

Dr. Kanmani’s clinical philosophy centres around holistic, personalised care. She deeply understands the emotional and physical challenges that breast conditions—especially cancer—can bring. Her goal is not just to treat disease but to restore confidence, comfort, and dignity through thoughtful, patient-led treatment planning.

Her work balances oncological precision with artistic reconstruction, empowering patients to feel whole again after surgery. She ensures that every patient is guided with clarity, compassion, and the most up-to-date medical knowledge throughout their journey.

Academic Contributions & Continuing Education

A passionate academic and clinician, Dr. Kanmani has presented numerous papers and audits at national and international conferences, contributing meaningfully to the field of breast surgery. She is actively engaged in clinical research and audits, constantly seeking innovations that improve outcomes and enhance surgical results.

She is a regular attendee at global workshops and symposia, staying at the forefront of emerging technologies, surgical techniques, and clinical guidelines in breast cancer and oncoplastic surgery.

Affiliations & Registrations

Dr. Kanmani Telkar is a registered and active member of several prestigious medical councils and surgical societies, including:

• Karnataka Medical Council
• Indian Medical Council
• General Medical Council (UK)
• European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO)
• Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI)

Whether you're facing a new diagnosis or seeking aesthetic or reconstructive options, Dr. Kanmani Telkar’s expertise, empathy, and dedication ensure you are in the safest and most capable hands.