About Dr. Lalit Datar
Dr. Lalit Jayant Datar is a general surgeon with over 21 years of active surgical practice. His academic credentials are among the strongest in his field. He completed his MBBS from Bharati Vidyapeeth's Medical College, Pune in 2002, followed by a Fellowship from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Bombay in 2007, a qualification that represents one of the oldest and most respected surgical credentials in India. He further strengthened this foundation with a DNB in General Surgery from the National Board of Examinations in 2010. Holding both FCPS (Surgery) and DNB together reflects a surgeon who pursued dual-pathway formal validation of his skills, a relatively uncommon combination that speaks to a high standard of surgical training.
Over more than two decades in active practice, Dr. Datar has built deep experience across the full range of general surgical procedures. General surgery as a discipline covers a wide spectrum, including abdominal surgeries, hernia repairs, gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy), appendectomy, surgeries for gastrointestinal conditions, soft tissue procedures and the management of surgical emergencies. A surgeon with 21 years of experience across these areas has encountered the full breadth of clinical presentations, including straightforward elective cases and complex or emergency situations that demand quick, accurate surgical decision-making.
One of the hallmarks of Dr. Datar's approach is the care he takes in the pre-operative consultation phase. Patients who are anxious about surgery or unsure whether they need an operation benefit from a clear, honest discussion about what the procedure involves, what the alternatives are, what risks are associated and what recovery looks like. Dr. Datar is known for communicating the clinical picture in plain, understandable terms without dismissing patient concerns or oversimplifying complex decisions.
The experience accumulated over 21 years of surgical work also means that Dr. Datar is well placed to manage post-operative care and recognise early signs of complications during the recovery phase. This continuity of care, from initial assessment through surgery and recovery, is an important aspect of good surgical practice and something patients at Baner Multi-Speciality Hospital benefit from directly.
With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Lalit Datar has established himself as a trusted and experienced surgical voice in the Pune region. He also practises at Baner Multi-Speciality Hospital, Baner, Pune, where patients from Baner, Wakad, Aundh, Pashan and surrounding areas can access his expertise for general surgical consultations and procedures close to home.
Qualifications
- MBBS, Bharati Vidyapeeth's Medical College, Pune (2002)
- Fellow of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Bombay (Surgery), FCPS (2007)
- DNB (General Surgery), National Board of Examinations (2010)
Surgical Services and Areas of Practice
- General Surgery (Elective and Emergency)
- Abdominal Surgery
- Hernia Repair (Inguinal, Umbilical, Incisional)
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal)
- Appendectomy
- Gastrointestinal Surgical Procedures
- Soft Tissue and Skin Surgeries
- Surgical Management of Infections and Abscesses
- Pre-Operative Assessment and Post-Operative Care
Languages Spoken
Why Choose Dr. Lalit Datar as Your General Surgeon in Baner, Pune?
Patients looking for a general surgeon in Baner, Pune want someone whose surgical experience is backed by formal credentials and consistent long-term practice. Dr. Lalit Datar meets both criteria through his dual surgical qualifications, FCPS and DNB, and over 21 years of active surgical work.
The combination of the FCPS from Bombay, one of India's oldest surgical credential bodies, and the DNB from the National Board of Examinations gives patients and referring physicians confidence in the standard of his training. More than two decades of practice across elective and emergency surgical cases means that Dr. Datar has the clinical experience to handle a wide range of presentations with accuracy and composure. His availability at Baner Multi-Speciality Hospital makes this level of established surgical expertise accessible to patients across the western Pune corridor without requiring them to travel to a distant tertiary centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lalit Datar performs a broad range of general surgical procedures including hernia repairs, gallbladder removal (laparoscopic cholecystectomy), appendectomy, abdominal surgeries, gastrointestinal procedures, soft tissue surgeries and management of surgical infections. He handles both planned elective procedures and emergency surgical cases requiring urgent intervention.
Both the DNB (Diplomate of National Board) and MS (Master of Surgery) are postgraduate surgical qualifications recognised in India. The MS is awarded by universities, while the DNB is awarded by the National Board of Examinations, a central body that maintains a consistent national standard. Dr. Datar holds the DNB along with the FCPS from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Bombay, giving him two distinct formal surgical qualifications.
You should consider consulting a general surgeon if you have a hernia, persistent abdominal pain, a lump or growth on your body that needs evaluation, recurring indigestion linked to gallstones, a suspected appendicitis or any condition where a surgical assessment has been recommended by your physician. Dr. Datar can assess whether surgery is necessary or whether non-surgical management is appropriate for your specific situation.
During the initial consultation, Dr. Datar will review your symptoms, medical history and any investigation reports such as ultrasound, CT scan or blood tests. He will explain the diagnosis, discuss whether surgery is the right option, describe the procedure in clear terms and outline the expected recovery process. You are encouraged to ask questions at this stage so that you go into any procedure with full understanding and confidence.
You can book a consultation by contacting Baner Multi-Speciality Hospital through the hospital helpline or the online appointment booking option on the hospital website. For your first visit, bring any previous diagnostic reports such as ultrasound or blood test results, a referral letter from your physician if applicable and a list of current medications. This will help Dr. Datar conduct a complete and efficient initial surgical assessment.
