Dr. Kapil Kumar

About Dr. Kapil Kumar

Renowned personality and one of the most revered oncologists in New Delhi, India, Dr. Kapil Kumar started practicing more than three decades ago.
Different diseases including Lung Cancer, Chronic Pancreatitis, Breast Cancer, and Pancreatic Head Cancer, among others, are treated by medical specialists.
Dr. Kapil Kumar is the Director and Head of Surgical Oncology, at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh. The man has 30 years of experience and is trained in surgical oncology at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Bombay.
Since 2005 he has been teaching the DNB course of surgical oncology. Breast cancer, thoracic oncology, and bone and soft tissue oncology are all dealt with in the same unit and he is the former Director of the BLK Cancer Centre.
His work experience thus includes as Director – BLKCC & HOD – Surgical Oncology at BLK Supers Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Senior consultant at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre Rohini Delhi, Oswal Cancer Hospital Ludhiana Punjab, Batra Hospital and Medical Research Centre New Delhi and Honorary senior consultant at Dharamshila Cancer Hospital New Delhi.
He also underwent his MBBS from Medical College, Amritsar for the years 1974 to 1979.
Surgery from Medical College Amritsar, India – MSC December 1982. His research appointments include Senior Research Fellow to CRIR, New Delhi, on ‘Peritoneovenous Shunts in Intractable Ascites.’

Conditions treated by Dr. Kapil Kumar

Breast Cancer
Colon and Rectal Cancer
Lung Cancer
Liver Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Gastric Cancer (Stomach Cancer)
Esophageal Cancer
Cervical Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Head and Neck Cancers (Oral, Laryngeal, Nasal)
Skin Cancer (Melanoma, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma)
Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Bone Cancer (Osteosarcoma, Chondrosarcoma)
Hodgkin's and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Testicular Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Cancer of the Gallbladder and Bile Ducts
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pediatric Cancers (e.g., Wilm's Tumor, Neuroblastoma)
Metastatic Cancers (Cancer Spread to Other Organs)

Area of Interest

Minimally Invasive Surgery
Rhinoplasty
Incisional Hernia
Endoscopic Surgery
Non-Surgical Fat Loss
Breast Augmentation Surgery
Endosurgery
Gastroscopy
Piles Treatment (Non-Surgical)
Liver Disease Treatment
Trauma Surgery
Thyroid Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Surgery

Qualification

MBBS - Guru Nanak Dev University, 1979
MS - General Surgery - Guru Nanak Dev University, 1982

Work Experiences

Director and Head, Surgical Oncology at BLK Super Speciality Hospital
Senior Consultant and Chief at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre
Consultant at Oswal Cancer Hospital
Honorary Senior Consultant at Dharmashala Cancer Hospital
Senior consultant at Batra Hospital and Medical Research Centre

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CERTIFICATIONS (3)

Training - Surgical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Bombay
Training -Laparoscopic Surgery- Korea, Training - Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy
HIPEC - Holland

MEMBERSHIPS (2)

Delhi Medical Association (DMA)
Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

MGMT & RASSF1A Gene promoter hypermethylation in sporadic colorectal cancer in Indian population. - Journal of Carcinogenesis-Sep. 2012

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PROCEDURES

Adrenal Cancer Treatment
Breast Cancer Treatment
Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
Head & Neck Cancer Treatment
Lung Cancer Treatment
Malignant Mesothelioma Treatment
Nasopharyngeal Cancer Treatment
Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
Papillary Thyroid Cancer Treatment
Penile Cancer Treatment
Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) Treatment
Robotic Cancer Surgery
Small Intestine Cancer Treatment
Stomach Cancer Treatment
Thymectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Dr. Kapil Kumar teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Kapil Kumar is available to teleconsultate on the MediGence platform.

Q: How long is the consultation?

A. The consultation can last 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

Q: How soon can the consultation be organized?

A. Our panel of doctors includes Medical specialists and board-certified doctors. The consultation will be organized within 24 to 48 hours or based on the doctor and patient's availability.

Q: Is follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

A. No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will need to rebook the consultation.

Q: How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

A. The option to share your medical records is available at the end of the form provided on the website.

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A. Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, our case managers can help you choose treatment packages for your diagnosis.

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A. Yes. Our case manager will provide you with a cost estimate that includes the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Surgical Oncologist

What does a surgical oncologist do?

The surgical oncologist is often the first among cancer specialists to see cancer patients. The primary doctor most commonly does a diagnosis, and in cases where this requires biopsy or surgery, the surgical oncologist is called. Surgical oncologists are doctors with experience in cancer surgery. In some cases, a surgical oncologist performs surgeries to find out parts of the body where cancer has spread. In special cases, the surgeons do preventive surgeries. Sometimes, additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation follow surgery. In these cases, surgical oncologists play an important role in providing care to the patients post-surgery.

What are the tests required before and during consultation by a surgical oncologist?

The tests required before and during the consultation by a surgical oncologist include:

Biopsy
Laboratory Tests
Physical Exam
Imaging Tests
Cancer Screening

A biopsy is the most common procedure to diagnose most types of cancer. While other tests can only suggest if cancer is present, a biopsy can make an accurate diagnosis. During this process, the doctor removes a very small amount of tissues to observe under a microscope.

When should you go to see a surgical oncologist?

You may see a surgical oncologist in case you have abnormal growth or tumor. If your primary doctor suspects cancer, they will refer you to a surgical oncologist for diagnosis. If you have been diagnosed with cancer, a doctor will refer you to surgical oncologists for your cancer treatment. Below are some situations when you need to see a surgical oncologist:

Unusual cancer like head or neck cancer.
Complex cancer can spread to multiple body parts.
Cancer recurrence
Cancer that is difficult to treat
For in-depth evaluation and treatment plan
You want a second opinion about cancer diagnosis

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