Dr. Ajit Pai

About Doctor

Qualifications:

• M.B.B.S
• M.S
• M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology)
• FACS

Overview:

Dr. Ajit Pai is a highly skilled and experienced surgical oncologist with special expertise in treating cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, including stomach, pancreas, colon, and rectum. He is also an expert in gynecologic cancers (ovarian, uterine, and cervical), esophageal cancers, breast cancer, and head and neck cancers.

Dr. Pai has received extensive international training in gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancer surgery in Japan and at Heidelberg, Germany. He further honed his expertise in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques for GI cancers at Chicago, USA. He specializes in performing the HIPEC (Heated Intra-peritoneal Chemotherapy) procedure for advanced peritoneal surface cancers.

An accomplished academician, Dr. Pai has published numerous research papers in peer-reviewed international journals, presented at prestigious conferences, and authored multiple book chapters. He is a board-certified surgical oncologist in India and has received robotic console training certification. Additionally, he holds a fellowship certification in Advanced Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Professional Memberships:

• Association of Surgeons of India
• Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• Board Certified (General Surgery) – Medical Council of India
• Board Certified (Surgical Oncology) – Medical Council of India
• ECFMG Certification [USA]

Conditions Treated

• Gastrointestinal cancers (stomach, pancreas, colon, rectum)
• Gynecologic cancers (ovarian, uterine, cervical)
• Esophageal cancer
• Breast cancer
• Head and neck cancers
• Peritoneal surface cancers
• Advanced and recurrent colon and rectal cancer

Procedures Performed

• Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery for esophageal, stomach, colorectal, pancreatic, and gynecological cancers
• Breast Conservation Surgery for breast cancer
• Cytoreductive Surgery for advanced ovarian cancer, recurrent colon and rectal cancer
• HIPEC Procedure for peritoneal surface cancers (Pseudomyxoma Peritonei)

FAQs

1. What is Dr. Ajit Pai’s specialization?

Dr. Pai specializes in surgical oncology, with expertise in gastrointestinal, gynecologic, breast, and head and neck cancers. He is also proficient in advanced laparoscopic, robotic, and HIPEC procedures.

2. Where did Dr. Ajit Pai receive his advanced training?

He has trained in Japan, Germany (Heidelberg), and the USA (Chicago) in gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancer surgery, as well as advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques.

3. What is the HIPEC procedure, and when is it used?

HIPEC (Heated Intra-peritoneal Chemotherapy) is an advanced procedure used for treating peritoneal surface cancers. It involves delivering heated chemotherapy directly into the abdominal cavity after cytoreductive surgery, enhancing cancer treatment efficacy.

4. How can I book a consultation with Dr. Ajit Pai?

You can book an appointment directly with Apollo Hospitals. Alternatively, you can contact Hospidio for assistance in scheduling an appointment via Email at [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp at +91-9870538337.