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Overview
Dr. Asit Arora is a globally recognised GI & HPB Surgical Oncologist and Clinical Lead at Apollo Hospitals, with over two decades of experience in treating complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers. He has successfully managed thousands of patients with cancers of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, colon and rectum, and is known for his expertise in radical oncologic resections and complex abdominal surgeries.
A pioneer in robotic-assisted and advanced minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Arora combines precision technology with evidence-based care to deliver safer procedures, faster recovery and superior outcomes. He also leads high-volume programmes in peritoneal surface malignancies, including HIPEC and PIPEC, and has specialised expertise in neuroendocrine tumours and rare abdominal cancers.
His association significantly strengthens Athenaa’s comprehensive oncology offering, bringing advanced GI and HPB surgical capabilities under its multidisciplinary framework. With his global academic exposure, leadership experience and commitment to patient-centric care, Dr. Arora enhances Athenaa’s ability to deliver world-class, technology-driven cancer treatment with compassion and precision.
Experience
- Recipient of the Pride of Indian Healthcare Award, Indian Express Health Conclave (2025)
- Awarded Oncosurgeon of the Year, North India, ET Healthcare Awards (2022)
- Successfully treated 5000+ patients with complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers over more than two decades of surgical practice
- Led and developed high-volume GI & HPB and Peritoneal Surface Malignancy programmes, including advanced CRS, HIPEC and PIPEC procedures in Delhi NCR
- Performed extensive robotic and minimally invasive oncologic surgeries, pioneering precision-driven techniques for improved recovery and outcomes
- Authored 50+ peer-reviewed research publications in national and international journals and contributed chapters to leading surgical textbooks, including the Textbook of Surgical Gastroenterology
- Recipient of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Young Scientist recognition and European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENTS) International Travel Fellowship (Barcelona, Spain)
Memberships
- Member, European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS)
- Member, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)
- Member, Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
- Member, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Member, International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
Awards
- Pride of Indian Healthcare Award (2025) – Indian Express Health Conclave
- Oncosurgeon of the Year – North India (2022) – ET Healthcare Awards
- Recipient of ICMR Young Scientist
- International Travel Award and ENETS Travel Fellowship (Barcelona, Spain)
- Author of 50+ peer-reviewed publications and contributor to the Textbook of Surgical Gastroenterology (Gallbladder Cancer) and multiple chapters in medical textbooks
- Regular international faculty and speaker at global conferences in Tokyo, Paris, Venice, and São Paulo
- Keynote Speaker at national specialty conferences across India to share surgical expertise
Research and Publication
- More than 50 peer reviewed articles and chapters in medical text books
Special Interests
- Complex GI & HPB cancer surgery (liver, pancreas, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, colorectal cancers)
- Robotic and advanced minimally invasive oncologic surgery
- Cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC and PIPEC for peritoneal malignancies
- Neuroendocrine tumours (GEP-NETs) and rare abdominal cancers
- Multidisciplinary, evidence-based surgical oncology
- Management of locally advanced and recurrent gastrointestinal cancers
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