Dr Jayanti Thumsi
Dr Jayanti Thumsi
MBBS, MD, DM (Oncology), Consultant Medical Oncology
Dr Jayanti Thumsi is an esteemed breast cancer surgeon, who holds the role of Lead Surgeon in Breast Oncology Department at Apollo Hospital, Bengaluru.
Detailed Experience
Dr Jayanti Thumsi is an esteemed breast cancer surgeon, who holds the role of Lead Surgeon in Breast Oncology Department at Apollo Hospital, Bengaluru. Her impressive career spans over 8300 surgeries, firmly establishing her as a pioneer in the field. She also spearheads the Crest Foundation, which is dedicated to the critical areas of research, support, and treatment for breast cancer.
With a focus on dispelling myths that shroud breast cancer in India, Dr Jayanti actively conducts extensive awareness programs, reaching and educating a staggering 6.2 lakh women across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Iraq and several African countries, emphasising the importance of understanding the signs and symptoms, mammogram, self examination and early detection in breast cancer.
Under her leadership CREST foundation had collaborated and organised a unique event ‘Worlds Largest campaign for breast self examination’ wherein in a single day 2332 women were individually taught the importance and the methodology of Breast self examination. This event was recognised by Limca book of records.
In addition to her medical expertise, Dr. Thumsi has nurtured a vibrant breast cancer survivors group. This community offers essential emotional support and empowerment to those who have battled breast cancer, and also to those who have been newly diagnosed.
Her dedication to education is evident in her authored work, “Lump to Laughter.” This book which is in its third edition sensitively details the emotional journey of her patients while also incorporating crucial medical facts. Her commitment extends to financially supporting four meritorious yet
