Dr. Amit Bhargava

Overview of Doctor Profile

A surgeon par excellence, Dr. Amit Bhargava qualifies as among the most sought after Oncologist in the New Delhi, India. A doctor with outstanding credentials, the doctor is known to guarantee efficiency and safety when performing different kinds of procedures as he keeps abreast of latest developments in his specialty. The specialist holds a very degree of experience with over 16 years of experience. Some of the most common conditions the surgeon deals with are Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Brain Cancer, Lung Cancer, Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Amit Bhargava is a renowned Medical Oncologist with more than 16 years of experience and has gained a credible reputation through the years in the field. He is Consultant Radiational Oncologist at Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad. Dr. Bhargava has a special interest in treating patients with lung, haemato, gastrointestinal, breast, and bone cancer. He completed his graduation from Grant Medical College, Mumbai, and his Diploma in Radiology Therapy from the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. He was also trained in Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital. Moreover, he acquired a fellowship in Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant from Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore. He also acquired a Fellowship from Stanford Cancer Clinic, CA, USA.

In his past experiences, he has worked with some of the most reputable hospitals including Junior Resident at Tata Memorial Hospital (Mumbai), Senior Resident at Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital, and Maulana Azad Medical College (New Delhi), Senior Consultant-Medical Oncology at Max Healthcare, Head of the Department of Oncology & Senior Consultant-Medical Oncology at Batra Hospital & Medical Research Centre (New Delhi), Senior Consultant at International Oncology Services Pvt. Ltd, Fortis Hospital Noida & Fortis Escorts (New Delhi), and Director of Medical Oncology at Vimhans Nayati Super Speciality Hospital, (New Delhi).

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• Dr. Bhargava is known to go above and beyond his work commitments and provide the best treatment possible for patients.
• The vast experience of the specialist ensures that he comes with a wealth of knowledge which actually gives a huge impetus to his credentials.
• Prioritized appointments are available with Dr. Amit Bhargava on a regular basis.
• His groundbreaking work in the field of Hematology & Oncology has left quite a legacy in Oncological surgeries
• Dr. Bhargava is well recognized for being true to the ethics of the profession and ensuring the most effective results possible.
• The specialist can converse fluently in Hindi and English, so it will be quite convenient for patients of all hues to connect with him through teleconsultation.
• He believes in providing the best of quality care; therefore the specialist connects with his patients through not just in-person consultations but even teleconsultations on a regular basis.
• The innumerable successful procedures undertaken by Dr. Amit give a lot of weight to the credentials of the specialist.

Contribution to medical science

Dr. Bhargava has treated close to lakh patients to date. He is the recipient of multiple awards including the Young Scientist award at ICON 2000. He has been visiting consultant at Belhoul’s Hospital, Dubai, and worked with Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore as well. Dr. Bhargava has published a case report of BMJ (MBJ case reports 2017) – Primitive Neuro-Endocrine Tumour of the Cervix: A Rare Diagnosis, which was considered valuable & the best research paper of the specialist. He has participated as a Chairperson, Speaker & Panelist at various oncology conferences across the globe. Dr. Amit Bhargava is an esteemed member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), and the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO). With a motto to cure cancer even in the most advanced stages, Dr. Bhargava has treated more than thousands of patients in India.

Conditions treated by Dr. Amit Bhargava

A medical oncologist is trained to treat different types of cancer using chemotherapy and other medications, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy. The medical oncologist designs a treatment plan after consultation with doctors from other disciplines. The doctor completely evaluates the nature of cancer and then treats cancer through various methods like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Amit Bhargava treats:

• Breast Cancer
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Metastatic Cancer
• Brain Cancer
• Stomach Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Cervical Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Colon Cancer
• Rectal Cancer
• Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Amit Bhargava

The earlier doctors detect cancer, the sooner the treatment can start. So it is vital to know the common types of cancer and some of their warning signs. There are more than 90 types of cancer, and some of them are more common than others. This depends on your gender, age, and racial or ethnic group. Some of the common symptoms of cancer are listed below. If you have any of these symptoms, consult a medical oncologist.:

• Persistent, unexplained fevers or night sweats
• Difficulty swallowing
• Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain
• Hoarseness
• Persistent cough or trouble breathing
• Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin
• Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
• Changes in bowel or bladder habits
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
• Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating
• Fatigue

Operating Hours of Dr. Amit Bhargava

Doctor Amit Bhargava is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Amit Bhargava

Dr Amit Bhargava performs a number of popular procedures listed below:

• Breast Cancer Treatment
• Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
• Immunotherapy
• Chemotherapy
• Stomach Cancer Treatment
• Lung Cancer Treatment

A medical oncologist uses chemotherapy for cancer treatment. It uses a combination of drugs to kill the cancerous cells in the body and prevents them from growing further. While chemotherapy could require a single drug, this is also given along with other drugs. Hormone therapy is used for the treatment of cancer that uses certain hormones to grow. It is effective in treating prostate and breast cancers. Hormone therapy slows or stops the rapid growth of cancer that uses hormones to grow.

Qualification

• MBBS
• DNB

Past Experiences

• Consultant- Batra Hospital, New Delhi
• Consultant- Max Smart Super Specialty Hospital (Saket City), Saket
• Consultant- Columbia Asia Hospital, Ghaziabad