Dr. Kapil Kumar

Meet Dr. Kapil Kumar

Dr. Kapil Kumar is a very senior and famous doctor who helps people fight cancer. He is a surgeon, which means he performs operations to remove tumors from the body. When a person hears the word "cancer," they often feel very scared. Dr. Kumar is a doctor who gives these people hope and strength.

He has more than 30 years of experience in treating different types of cancer. Because of his long and successful career, he is known as one of the best surgical oncologists in India. Currently, he works as the Director and Head of the Department (HOD) of Surgical Oncology at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi.

Dr. Kumar is a pioneer in modern medicine. He was one of the first doctors in Delhi to start using robots for surgery. He believes that every patient deserves the best and safest treatment. He is not just a skilled surgeon but also a very kind person. He listens to his patients carefully and explains everything in simple words. His goal is to help his patients get well and return to their normal lives as soon as possible.

Education and Training

To become a great surgeon, a doctor needs the best training. Dr. Kapil Kumar studied at some of the most famous medical centers. He first completed his MBBS and then his MS in General Surgery.

To become a specialist in cancer, he went to the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. This is the biggest and most famous cancer hospital in India. Training there is very difficult, but it helped Dr. Kumar learn how to handle even the most complex cancer cases.

Dr. Kumar also traveled to other countries to learn new medical secrets. He went to South Korea to learn advanced laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery. He also went to Holland to learn a special treatment called HIPEC. He is a Fellow of the International College of Surgeons (FICS), which is a very big honor for any surgeon.

A Pioneer in Robotic Surgery

Dr. Kapil Kumar is famous for bringing new technology to India. He is credited with setting up the Robotic Surgery department at the Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute.

What is Robotic Surgery?
In this type of surgery, the doctor uses a high-tech robotic system. The robot has tiny "hands" that can move much more precisely than human hands. The doctor controls the robot using a computer.

The benefits of this surgery are:

• The cuts on the body are very small.
• There is very little blood loss.
• The patient feels much less pain.
• The patient can go home from the hospital much faster.
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Dr. Kumar uses the robot to treat many types of cancer, especially in the chest, stomach, and prostate.

Expert in Thoracic and GI Oncology

Dr. Kumar has a special interest in treating cancers that affect the chest and the digestive system.

• Thoracic Oncology: This includes cancers of the lungs and the esophagus (the food pipe). He also performs surgery on the trachea (the windpipe). These are very delicate parts of the body, and Dr. Kumar is an expert at operating on them safely.
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• GI Oncology: This involves treating cancers of the stomach, liver, pancreas, and colon. He uses both robotic and traditional surgery to remove these tumors. His 30 years of experience help him decide the best way to treat each patient.

Care for Women: Breast and Gynecological Cancer

Dr. Kumar provides complete care for women who have cancer.

Breast Cancer Surgery:
He is an expert in Oncoplastic Surgery. In the past, removing breast cancer often meant the patient would lose her breast. But Dr. Kumar uses modern methods to remove the cancer while keeping the breast looking as natural as possible. He also uses a special test called "Sentinel Node Biopsy" to make sure the surgery is not bigger than it needs to be.

Gynecological Cancer:
He treats cancers of the cervix, uterus, and ovaries. He understands that these are sensitive issues, and he provides treatment with a lot of care and respect for his female patients.

Saving Limbs from Bone Cancer

In the old days, if a person had bone cancer in their leg or arm, doctors often had to remove the entire limb (amputation). This was very sad for the patient.

Dr. Kapil Kumar is a specialist in Limb Salvage Surgery. This means he can remove the bone tumor and replace the bone with a special metal rod or a bone graft. This allows the patient to keep their arm or leg and walk again. This surgery is very difficult, but Dr. Kumar’s skilled hands have saved many lives and many limbs.

Adanced HIPEC Treatment

Dr. Kumar is one of the few surgeons in India who can perform HIPEC.

What is HIPEC?
It stands for Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy. It is used for cancers that have spread inside the belly area.

1. First, the doctor removes all the visible tumors through surgery.

2. Then, a "hot bath" of chemotherapy medicine is put inside the belly while the patient is still in the operating room.

   
   The heat helps the medicine kill the tiny cancer cells that the eye cannot see. Dr. Kumar learned this advanced technique in Holland to help his patients in India.

A Teacher and Leader

Dr. Kumar does not just treat patients; he also teaches other doctors. Since 2005, he has been a teacher for the DNB program. This means he is training the next generation of cancer surgeons in India.

He has held many big roles, such as being the Director and HOD at BLK Hospital and Fortis Hospital. Being a leader means he is responsible for making sure the whole hospital provides the best care for cancer patients.

Why Patients Trust Dr. Kapil Kumar

When a family is looking for a cancer surgeon, they want someone they can trust. Here is why people choose Dr. Kumar:

• 30 Years of Work: He has spent three decades fighting cancer. He has seen thousands of cases and knows exactly what to do.                                                                        
• Trained at Tata Memorial: This is the "gold standard" of cancer training in India.
• Expert in Robots: He offers the most modern and painless surgery options.
• He Treats the Whole Person: He doesn't just look at the cancer; he looks at the person. He is kind, patient, and very helpful.
• High Success Rate: His surgical skills lead to very good results for his patients.

When to Consult Dr. Kapil Kumar

You should see Dr. Kumar if you or a loved one has any of these problems:

• A lump in the breast or any other part of the body.
• A diagnosis of Lung, Stomach, or Colon cancer.
• A need for a second opinion on a cancer surgery.
• Problems with the thyroid or throat tumors.
• Cancers that need robotic or laparoscopic surgery.

Early treatment is the best way to beat cancer. Meeting a senior expert like Dr. Kapil Kumar can help you choose the right path for your health.

Book a Visit with Dr. Kapil Kumar

Your health is the most important thing you have. If you are facing cancer, you need a doctor with steady hands and a kind heart. Dr. Kapil Kumar has spent his whole life helping people overcome cancer. He uses the best technology and his 30 years of knowledge to give you the best chance to get well.

Do not wait. If you have concerns about cancer, book an appointment with Dr. Kapil Kumar at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, today. Put your health in the hands of one of India’s top cancer experts!