Dr. Samrat Jankar - Fistula Specialist in Pune
Dr. Samrat Jankar
Fistula Specialist in Pune
MBBS, MS, FMAS, and DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology) Dr. Jankar has over 17 years of surgical experience.
Dr. Samrat Jankar is a well-known Fistula Specialist in Pune. He leads Kaizen Fistula Care with skill and dedication. Patients trust him for honest advice and safe treatment.
He is a board-certified Colorectal Surgeon in Pune, certified by the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI). This certification confirms his specialised training in colorectal and anorectal conditions. It also assures patients of safe, standardised surgical care.
Dr. Samrat Jankar has over 17+ years of surgical experience. In this time, he has performed more than 5,000 anal fistula surgeries. He has also completed over 3,000 laparoscopic procedures. His practice covers piles, fissures, pilonidal sinus, complex hernia, and GI cancers as well. Every case, simple or complex, gets his full attention.
17+ year experience in Complex fistula management
Highest success rate and least complication rate
Most ethical and evidence based treatment
In person consultant with expert surgeon
As Director and Head of Gastrointestinal Surgery at Kaizen Gastro Care, he leads a dedicated surgical team. He was also instrumental in setting up the Minimal Invasive & Surgical Gastroenterology Department at Kaizen. He developed the PILTEC technique, his own surgical method for complex and recurrent fistula cases. This technique is known for its high success rate, even in difficult and repeat cases.
Dr. Samrat Jankar approach is precision-first. He uses advanced imaging and precisely reported MRIs to map the fistula track before surgery. This reduces guesswork. It lowers the risk of recurrence. It also protects the sphincter muscle during surgery. His single-setting surgeries for complex fistula cases have achieved a success rate of over 98%. Very few surgeons in Pune can match this level of precision.
His training goes beyond Indian institutes. He has received advanced colorectal training from renowned experts in India and Thailand. He has also worked at GEM Hospital, a centre recognised worldwide for advanced GI and colorectal surgery. He has served as a Surgical Gastroenterologist and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon at Symbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre, Pune, as well. This wide exposure shapes his surgical judgement today.
Dr. Samrat Jankar care goes beyond the operation table. He looks at each patient’s full picture. He considers surgical needs. He also considers social, cultural, and financial factors. This holistic approach makes patients feel heard, not rushed.
His work is well-documented and trusted. Patients regularly share positive reviews about their recovery experience under his care. Many describe him as smooth, cooperative, and dependable through the entire treatment journey, from consultation to post-surgery healing. Patients from Pune, PCMC, Wakad, Baner, and nearby areas visit him for reliable Fistula Treatment in Pune.
His approach is simple. He believes in ethical care. He believes in modern technology. He believes in real results for every patient.
Academic Qualifications:
MBBS
Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, Mumbai
MS (General Surgery)
V.M. Government Medical College, Solapur / MUHS Nashik
DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)
GEM Hospital & Research Centre, Coimbatore / National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Fellowships & Specialized Board Certifications:
- Gold Medal Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery — Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI Board)
- FMAS (Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery) — Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
- Advanced LIFT Technique Training — Direct clinical training under Dr. Arun Rojanasakul, innovator of the LIFT procedure for complex fistula
Specialized Clinical Skillset in Fistula Care:
- Sphincter-Sparing Mastery: Expertise in procedures that protect the anal sphincter muscles, ensuring zero risk of fecal incontinence (loss of bowel control).
- Recurrent & High-Complex Case Expertise: Advanced capability in managing multi-tract, high-anal, horseshoe, and previously failed fistula cases.
- 3D Endoanal Ultrasound (EAUS) Diagnosis: High precision in mapping complex fistulous tracts and internal openings prior to surgery.
- Master Trained in LIFT: Direct clinical training under Dr. Arun Rojanasakul (Thailand), the original innovator of the LIFT procedure.
Fistula Treatments & Procedures Provided:
- PILTEC Technique (Pioneer): A specialized, sphincter-preserving modification developed by Dr. Jankar for complex and recurrent fistulas, offering high cure rates without muscle damage.
- LASER LIFT Procedure: A minimally invasive technique combining laser energy with tract closure; awarded 1st Prize at FISTULACON 2021.
- FiLaC (Fistula-Tract Laser Closure): Advanced laser probe application that seals the fistulous tract from inside with minimal tissue damage and negligible pain.
- LIFT (Ligation of Intersphincteric Fistula Tract): Closure of the internal opening through the intersphincteric plane without cutting sphincter muscles.
- Seton Placement (Cutting & Draining): Placement of specialized setons for gradual, controlled healing in extremely deep or high-complex tracts.
- VAAFT (Video-Assisted Anal Fistula Treatment): Endoscopic visualization of the entire tract to locate hidden side branches and seal them accurately.
- Fistulotomy / Fistulectomy: Traditional precise opening or removal reserved for simple, low-lying fistulas with minimal muscle involvement.
Dr. Samrat Jankar: National & International Faculty & Master Trainer:
Dr. Samrat Jankar is actively invited as an expert faculty member, guest speaker, and live operating surgeon across prestigious national and international medical platforms:
International Faculty & Global Recognition
- ISUCRS 2026 Congress (Malaysia): Invited as International Faculty for the ‘MRI for Fistula Workshop’ and featured on the ‘Meet The Experts’ panel at the 33rd ISUCRS Congress.
- AMASICON International Conference (2022, Guwahati): Participated as an invited international faculty speaker and presenter.
- FISTULACON (International Summit): Awarded 1st Prize by ACRSI for his outstanding presentation on the innovative LASER LIFT technique for complex fistula.
National Faculty & Keynote Lectures:
- ACS 2025 (AIIMS, New Delhi): Invited as National Faculty at the Coloproctology Symposium hosted by AIIMS.
- Saurashtra Surgicon 2025 (Rajkot): Key faculty speaker guiding delegates on advanced surgical techniques.
- AMASICON 2024 (Hyderabad): Speaker at the national conference of the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India.
- SLAPCON 2024 (Salem, Tamil Nadu): Demonstrated live complex fistula surgery as Live Operating Faculty before an audience of over 400 surgeons.
- PSG Proctology Update & Ahmednagar CME (2023): Delivered guest lectures on modern concepts in complex fistula care.
Training Workshops & Surgical Mentorship:
- 13+ Live Fistula Operative Workshops (Symbiosis Hospital, Pune): Has trained hundreds of surgeons from India and abroad in his proprietary PILTEC and LASER LIFT techniques through live surgeries.
- Symbiosis Eklavya Workshops & ASI SEPA Activity: Organized advanced proctology training programs for young surgeons in association with ASI and ACRSI.
Awards & Achievements:
Dr. Jankar’s work has earned wide recognition. Some of his key achievements include:
Healthcare & Clinical Excellence Awards:
Best Doctor in Pune (2025)
Awarded by Outlook Magazine's healthcare survey for his clinical dedication and patient care.
Gold Medal Fellowship
Conferred by the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI) for topping his fellowship evaluation.
Surgical Presentation & Video Awards:
- First Prize at FISTULACON (2021) – For the best video presentation on his LASER LIFT procedure for complex and recurring fistula-in-ano.
- Second Best Video Presentation Award (2018) – Won at ACRISICON 2018 for his single-incision laparoscopic total proctocolectomy for FAP.
- Young Scholar Award (2018): Awarded for research on Laparoscopic Living Donor Hepatectomy.
- 2nd Best Video Presentation Award (2018): Received at ACRSICON for work on Single-Incision Laparoscopic Surgery.
- Best Video Award (2019): Presented at AMASICON for advanced laparoscopic video demonstration.
- Innovative Award Paper (2019): Presented at ACRSICON for outstanding clinical research in GI and colorectal surgery.
- FMAS – Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (2019): Awarded by the Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI).
- First Prize / Best Video Award (2021): Won at FISTULACON (International ACRSI Summit) for presenting the innovative LASER LIFT technique for complex fistula.
- ACRSI Gold Medal Fellowship: Awarded by the Board of the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI) for outstanding performance in advanced colorectal surgery.
- Best Doctor in Pune (2025): Recognized by Outlook Magazine’s Healthcare Survey for clinical excellence and surgical care.
These awards reflect years of dedication. They also build trust among patients who seek a reliable Colorectal Specialist in Pune.
Memberships:
- IMA – Indian Medical Association
- ASI – Association of Surgeons of India
- AMASI – Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
- ACRSI -Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India
- IASG – Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterologists
Major Journal Publications & Research Papers:
1. LASER LIFT: A Modification of LIFT Procedure (2021):
- Journal: Indian Journal of Colo-Rectal Surgery
- Focus: Innovative laser technique for complex anal fistula management.
2. Laparoscopic Roux-en Y Duodenojejunostomy: A Safe and Physiological Treatment for Symptomatic Annular Pancreas in Adults (2020)
- Journal: Journal of Minimal Access Surgery
- Focus: Surgical gastroenterology and minimally invasive pancreatic procedure.
3. Modified Laparoscopic Keyhole Plus Repair to Manage a Parastomal Hernia: A Single-Center Experience (2020)
- Journal: Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery
- Focus: Complex abdominal wall reconstruction and hernia surgery.
4. Evaluation of 30-Day Morbidity and Mortality of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Multicenter Prospective Observational IAGES Study (2022)
- Journal: Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (IAGES)
- Focus: Nationwide clinical outcomes in laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
Case Reports & Specialty Literature Contributions:
- Laparoscopic Management of Symptomatic Residual Appendicular Tip (2017) — Journal of Minimal Access Surgery
- Laparoscopic Management of ‘Y-Shaped’ Gallbladder Duplication (2017) — Journal of Minimal Access Surgery
- Modified Laparoscopic Keyhole Plus Repair for Parastomal Hernia Following Ileal Conduit (2017) — Journal of Minimal Access Surgery
- Laparoscopic Excision of Rare Case of Recurrent Presacral Teratoma (2017) — Journal of Minimal Access Surgery
- Laparoscopic Total Pancreatectomy for MEN-1 Associated Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (2017) — Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery
- Enterococcus Avium Infection: Not Only for the Birds (2024) — Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases Society