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Dr Ajit Pai
Oncology :
Experience: 20+ Years
Education: MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch.,(Surgical Oncology), MRCS, FACS
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09:00 -15:30 Mon - Sat
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About Dr Ajit Pai

Dr. Ajit Pai is a highly experienced Surgical Oncologist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with over 20 years of dedicated practice in the field. He has earned a reputation for his advanced surgical techniques and his ability to manage complex cancer cases. Dr. Pai's qualifications include an MBBS, MS, MCh, FRCS (England), and FACS, underscoring his extensive training and expertise.

He has undergone rigorous fellowship training in specialized areas, including liver, gallbladder, and biliary cancer surgery from prestigious institutions like Nagoya, Kyoto, and Tokyo Universities. Furthermore, he has completed fellowship training in esophageal cancer surgery at Osaka University, and a UICC fellowship in pancreatic cancer surgery at the University of Heidelberg, Germany. His skills are further enhanced by an advanced fellowship in Minimally Invasive, Laparoscopic, and Robotic Gastrointestinal Surgery from the University of Illinois, Chicago, USA.

Dr. Pai specializes in the comprehensive management of various cancers, including esophageal, stomach, colon, rectal, liver, gallbladder, bile duct, and pancreatic cancers. He is also proficient in gynecological cancers, specifically uterine, ovarian, and cervical cancers. His expertise extends to laparoscopic and robotic surgical procedures as well as cytoreductive surgeries and innovative treatments like HIPEC and PIPAC for ovarian, gastric, colon, and appendix cancers. Additionally, he offers management solutions for peritoneal mesothelioma and performs breast-conservative surgery along with oncoplasty for breast cancer patients.

Fluent in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, Marathi, Konkani, and Kannada, Dr. Pai is dedicated to providing personalized care to his diverse patient base. His commitment to excellence in surgical oncology and patient welfare makes him a valuable asset to the medical community.

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Experience
  • Working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment

Special interest

Surgical Oncology
Laparoscopy
Breast cancer
General surgery
Gynaec & Breast Oncology
Gastrointestinal Cancers (Esophagus, Stomach, Pancreatic, Colon and Rectal Cancers), Breast Cancer, Gynaecologic Cancers (Cervix, Uterine and Ovarian), Soft Tissue Sarcomas. Specialist in the Laparoscopic and Robotic Approach to Gastrointestinal and Gynaecologic Cancers.

Memberships

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Board Certified (General Surgery) - Medical Council of India
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Board Certified (General Surgery) - National Board of Examination, India
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Membership by Examination in General Surgery - RCS Edinburgh
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Board Certified (Surgical Oncology) - Medical Council of India
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ECFMG Certification, USA (Validity: Lifetime)
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Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
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Member and Fellow, American College of Surgeons (2014)
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Association of Surgeons of India: 2012 to Present
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International Hepato Pancreatic Biliary Association (IHPBA): 2010 to Present
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Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh: 2007 to Present

Awards & Achievements

Distinctions in the final university examinations in Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Otorhinolaryngology, Ophthalmology, and Surgery.
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College Prizes (MBBS): Best Anatomy Dissector, Anatomy Gold Medal, Rait Dunhill Prize for Physiology, G.V. James Prize for Principles and Practice of Surgery.
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Certificate of Honor in Pharmacology, Nanjunda Rao Gold Medal for Surgery.
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University Prizes (MBBS): Gold Medal for First Place in Final MB University Examination.
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Gold Medal for Best Student, Medicine & Surgery, Madras University Prize for Best Candidate in Surgery.
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Gold Medal for First Place in Clinical Subjects
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Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery, Chicago, USA
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Research & Publications

  • Pai A, Gupta P, Raina S, Nadkarni MS, Parmar V, Badwe RA, Interpectoral Approach to Dissection of the Axillary Apex: An Elegant and Effective Approach. J Surg Oncol. 2006 Sep 1;94(3):252-4.
  • Chaukar DA, Pai A, D'Cruz AK. A Technique to Identify and Preserve the Spinal Accessory Nerve During Neck Dissection. J Laryngol Otol. 2006 Jun;120(6):494-6.
  • D'Cruz AK, Pai A. Extent of Surgery for Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma. Review Article in the IASO (Indian Association of Surgical Oncology) Newsletter. 2006;19(2):13-19.
Treatments & Procedures Offered
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FAQs

Q: Where does Dr. Ajit Pai practice?
Dr. Ajit Pai is a practicing oncologist at Apollo Cancer Institutes. He offers expert cancer care and treatment.
Q: Who is Dr. Ajit Pai?
Dr Ajit Pai is a renowned Surgical Oncologist with over 18 years of experience. He practices in Chennai at Apollo Cancer Institutes. Dr Ajit Pai holds a degree in MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch.,(Surgical Oncology), MRCS, FACS. He provides treatments including Rectum Cancer Treatment, Thyroid Cancer Treatment. He specializes in treating conditions like , Breast Cancer, Liver Cancer.
Q: Why do patients choose Dr. Ajit Pai?
Dr. Ajit Pai is sought after for his expertise in Head and Neck Tumor/Cancer Surgery, Gynecological Cancer Treatment, and Lung Cancer Treatment. For a comprehensive view of his specialties, please refer to his professional profile.
Q: What is Dr. Ajit Pai's specialization?
Dr Ajit Pai specializes in Surgical Oncology. He has expertise in treating conditions such as , Breast Cancer, Liver Cancer. His key treatments include Rectum Cancer Treatment, Thyroid Cancer Treatment.
Q: What are Dr. Ajit Pai's medical qualifications?
Dr Ajit Pai holds MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch.,(Surgical Oncology), MRCS, FACS, reflecting his comprehensive education in the field of Surgical Oncology.
Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Ajit Pai have?
Dr. Ajit Pai possesses 18 years of experience in oncology. Details regarding his professional history are available upon request.
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