Nandini Kulkarni, M.D., is an oncologist at Inspira Medical Group Surgical Oncology Vineland. Dr. Kulkarni received her medical degree from Kasturba Medical College in Manipal, India. She completed her residency in general surgery at Abington Memorial Hospital and a fellowship in complex general surgical oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and currently serves as Medical Director of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Kulkarni specializes in oncology surgery with an emphasis on liver and pancreatic resections, gastric and colorectal resections, treatment of breast cancer and soft tissue sarcoma, as well as comprehensive management of melanoma (and other) skin cancers. She combines her passion for learning and research with genuine regard for improving the lives and experiences of patients suffering from cancer.
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