Dr. Pramod C Sogani

It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Pramod C. Sogani, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and distinguished urologic oncologist, who passed away on June 26, 2026, at the age of 87. Dr. Sogani was born in 1938 in Ajmer, India, the sixth son and youngest child of Hemachandra Sogani and Sundarbai Sogani. Inspired by parents who emphasized education, discipline, and perseverance, he excelled academically and graduated at the top of his class from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College in Indore. After completing his surgical training in India, he traveled to the United States in 1966 with little more than determination and seven dollars in his pocket, beginning a journey that would profoundly influence the field of modern urology. A pioneer, mentor, and former President of the American Urological Association, Dr. Sogani devoted his life to advancing medicine and improving the lives of countless patients. His remarkable career spanned more than five decades at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where he helped shape the field of urologic oncology through pioneering research, innovative surgical techniques, and visionary leadership. His work established standards of care that continue to benefit patients around the world. Equally important to his scientific accomplishments was his unwavering commitment to education. Dr. Sogani trained and mentored approximately 200 fellows and countless residents, many of whom went on to become internationally recognized leaders in urology. His influence extended far beyond the operating room, inspiring generations of physicians through his wisdom, generosity, humility, and dedication to excellence. As a respected leader in his profession, Dr. Sogani served as President of the American Urological Association in 2013 after many years of dedicated service to the organization. His extraordinary contributions earned numerous honors, including the AUA Lifetime Achievement Award and the Society of Urologic Oncology Medal. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Sogani often said that his family and friends were his greatest pride. He was a loving and devoted family man who cherished every moment spent with his wife, Lalita; his daughter, Dr. Julie Sogani; his son-in-law, Dr. Nikolay Bogush; and his three beloved grandchildren, Jayden, Mira, and Maya. He had an extraordinary gift for making everyone feel welcome, doing so effortlessly and without pretense. His easygoing nature, warm smile, and gentle sense of humor brightened every room he entered. Though he came to this country alone, over the years he built a remarkable community of friends, colleagues and loved ones who became his extended family. Dr. Sogani will be remembered not only as one of the great pioneers of urologic oncology, but also as a humble teacher, trusted colleague, compassionate physician, and devoted family man whose legacy of excellence, kindness, and service will endure for generations. The family extends its heartfelt gratitude for the many prayers, condolences, and expressions of support during this time of mourning and reflection. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 30, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Barrett Leber Funeral Home, 148 Dean Drive, Tenafly, NJ 07670. Cremation will follow at East Ridgelawn Cemetery & Crematory, 255 Main Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07014. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10065, https://giving.mskcc.org, or to Hindu Samaj Temple of Mahwah, 247 West Ramapo Avenue, Mahwah, NJ 07430, www.hindusamajmandir.org.