Dr. Pawan Gupta
Distinguished and Best Cancer Surgeon in India
Dr. Pawan Gupta, is Senior Director of Surgical Oncology at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali, Patparganj, and Noida. With 28+ years of experience and having performed more than 11,000 cancer surgeries, Dr. Gupta is a leading and trusted onco-surgeon. His dedication has enabled countless patients to not just survive but thrive, significantly improving their quality and longevity of life.
Dr. Pawan is a trailblazer in advancing surgical oncology practices at some of Delhi NCR’s foremost hospitals. He has championed the use of scarless surgery techniques and has integrated cutting-edge #3D planning and reconstructive procedures, particularly for head and neck cancer patients, ensuring outcomes that respect both functionality and aesthetics. His holistic treatment philosophy addresses the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of patient care, fostering a comprehensive healing experience.
He is committed to helping patients navigate through some of their most difficult times by fostering informed decision-making and providing support that he believes is integral to winning half the battle. Dr. Pawan strives to make healthcare a less intimidating and more personalized experience for every patient.
His commitment to patient-centred innovation has led to the creation of the patent pending instrument – TrisCaRe, designed to assist in the treatment of oral cancer and submucous fibrosis, demonstrating his ongoing contributions to enhancing patient care and outcomes.
memberships
- Sr. Director, Surgical Oncology, MAX Institute of Cancer Care, EZ-Delhi NCR.
- Founder, ICanCaRe Pvt. Ltd. & ICanWin Foundation.
- Member Core Committee C-20 Integrated Health.
- Member, Advisory Committee for promoting Tobacco Cessation-Ministry of Health And Family Welfare.
- Member, National Consultative Committee on De-addiction and Rehabilitation (NCCDR) under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Executive member - Telemedicine Society of India, 2023-25.
- Member, Cancer & Prevention Board - NTPC.
- National Scientific Committee Member - Addition Prevention, Rotary Action Group.
- Mentor, Addiction Prevention Program - Inner Wheel.
- Member PHDCCI - Health Committee.
- UICC- Global Cancer Control Community
- Member National Scientific Committee Addiction Prevention (NSCAP) – Rotary Action Group- Addiction Prevention (RAG-AP) Nominated 7/2/2021
- Life Member the Millennial India International Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture (MIICCIA)
Awards and Recognitions
● Most Inspiring Oncologist 2024
● Pathfinder Award 2024
● ICD International Award in 2007,
● Vivekananda Sister Margarette Award 2017 and Delhi NGO leadership Award 2017,
● AIECS award 2018,
● Asia Africa Leadership in Social Innovation 2019,
● MICC Innovation Award 2019,
● Rastriya Prabasi Odia Paribar Award 2019
International and National Publications
“Mandibular Invasion in Oral Cancer”, Chandra S. S., Gupta P. D., Patel J. D., Jhala J. T., Dhebar M. European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, July 2000, 257;343-346.
“Implication of BRCA2 -26G>A 5′ untranslated region polymorphism in susceptibility to sporadic breast cancer and its modulation by p53 codon 72 Arg>Pro polymorphism”, Sailesh Gochhait, Syed Irfan Ahmad Bukhari, Narendra Bairwa, Shivani Vadhera, Katayoon Darvishi, Mohammad Raish, Pawan Gupta, Syed Akhtar Husain and Rameshwar NK Bamezai. Breast Cancer Research Vol 9 No 5
“Copy number alterations of the H2AFX gene in sporadic breast cancer patients”, Niloo Srivastava, Sailesh Gochhait, Pawan Gupta, Rameshwar N.K. Bamezai. Cancer Genetics and Cytogenetics 180 (2008) 121-128
“Chest Wall Resection and Reconstruction – A Case Report”. P. Gupta, L. Murtuza, S. Chandra, J. Patel, J. T. Jhala. Gujarat Medical Journal Feb 1999 56:1:67-69.
“Angiosarcoma – A Case Report” – P. D. Gupta, R. V. Nayyar, R. A. Tankshali, R. I. Dave. Gujarat Medical Journal – Aug 1999 56:1:89-92.
Pawan D Gupta, Viveka P Jyotsna, Somesh Chandra, UB Parikh, Premal B Thakore, PM Shah. Profile of goitre in children at Gujarat Cancer Research Institute – Original Article. Gujarat Medical Journal. GMJ VOL.NO.59,MAY2002,NO.1,41-45
Viveka P Jyotsna, Pawan D Gupta, UB Parikh, PB Thakore, PM Shah. Hand Schuller Christian Disease -a case report. Gujarat Medical Journal. GMJ VolNO.59, DEC 2002, NO.3, 60-62
P. D. Gupta, R. V. Nayyar, R. A. Tankshali, R. I. Dave. “Oral Tumours with Uncommon Pathology”. G.C.R.I. Bulletin 2001.
Education and Skills
- M.Ch. (ONCO-SURGERY) – Gujarat Cancer and Research Centre, BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad, GUJARAT UNIVERSITY- 2001
- MS (General Surgery)- SCB MEDICAL COLLEGE, Cuttack – 1996
- MBBS – SCB MEDICAL COLLEGE, Cuttack – 1991
- FRCS I – Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow – 1998
- FSOG -Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, Reconstructive surgery and Uro-oncology – 1996-1998
- Training in Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai – 1998
- FAIS – Fellowship Association Surgeons of India – 2008
- ‘Hands on Training’ course in Post-laryngectomy voice and pulmonary rehabilitation 2008. Faculty – Prof. Frans J M Hilgers, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, and Prof. A.K. D’cruz, Tata Memorial Hospital.
- Third Foundation Course Cum Workshop in Palliative Care 2004, IRCH, AIIMS and CANSUPPORT, New Delhi, India.
- “PATIENT COUNSELLING SKILLS PROGRAM” conducted by Col P.K.Gupta, National Institute of Sales Sparta.
- Art of Living – Basic, Sahaj Samadhi, Divya Samaj Nirman, Advance course.
- School of Hypnotherapy – Part 1-IV
- Photodynamic Therapy for Early and Advance Malignancy
- LASER in Oral and Oral Pharyngeal Lesions
- CAD CAM for Oral Cavity cancers at FHNO – Annual Conference 2023
Author of Books
Dr. Pawan Gupta has authored several influential books on tobacco cessation and its role in cancer prevention. Recognizing that tobacco consumption in any form is a leading risk factor for numerous cancers in the Indian subcontinent, Dr. Gupta is dedicated to combating this major health issue.
Campaigns
Dr. Pawan is actively involved in several impactful campaigns aimed at cancer prevention and control and has led nationwide activities to create awareness about early diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Pawan’s Innovation
Dr. Pawan Gupta has invented TrisCaRe, an innovative mouth-opening device designed for the treatment of trismus, a condition that can arise from various underlying causes. He is an active contributor to various innovations and solutions.
Dr. Pawan as Influencer
Dr. Pawan Gupta., is not only a renowned onco-surgeon but also a highly influential figure in the field of tobacco control and oral cancer prevention. His tireless efforts have significantly contributed to raising awareness, shaping policy, and implementing effective strategies to combat the devastating impacts of tobacco use.
Dr. Pawan as Course Convenor and Master Trainer
Dr. Pawan is the master trainer for tobacco cessation courses and surgical oncology. He has designed and led numerous training programs with an emphasis on hands-on learning, innovative methodologies, and continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality patient care. Dr. Gupta’s role as a master trainer highlights his leadership and mentorship in the medical community, fostering the next generation of skilled and compassionate oncologists.
Dr. Pawan’s Research
In addition to his work with TrisCaRe, Dr. Gupta collaborates with several top research institutes in India and USA, to design and develop advanced smart screening and treatment devices for oral cancer. These AI-enabled cutting-edge devices aim to facilitate early screening, diagnosis and treatment of precancerous lesions, significantly improving patient outcomes through non-invasive procedures using the principles of Photo Bio Modulation and Photodynamic Therapy.
