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Dr. Ajit Pai is a highly experienced Surgical Oncologist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with over 18 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.
Experience
- Working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment
Memberships
- Head of Surgical Oncology MIOT Hospitals (2008-2013)
- Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery, Chicago, USA
- BOARD CERTIFIED (GENERAL SURGERY)-MEDICAL COUNCIL OF INDIA
- BOARD CERTIFIED (GENERAL SURGERY) – NATIONAL BOARD OF EXAMINATION, INDIA
- MEMBERSHIP BY EXAMINATION IN GENERAL SURGERY -RCS EDINBURGH
- BOARD CERTIFIED (SURGICALONCOLOGY)-MEDICAL COUNCIL OF INDIA
- ECFMG CERTIFICATION USA VALIDITY:LIFETIME
- FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGEOF SURGEONS (FACS)
- MEMBER AN D FELLOW AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEON(2014)
- ASSOCIATION OF SURGEONS OF INDIA: 2012 TO PRESENT
- INTERNATIONAL HEPATO PANCREATICO BILIARY ASSOCIATION 1HPBA, 2010 TO PRESENT
- ROYAL COLLEGE FO SURGEONS OF EDINBURGH, 2007 TO PRESENT
Awards
- Rank 2 in All India competitive entrance of fellowship of National Board ( Yr 2005) First in Central India to be accedited as spine surgeon by National Board Medical Examination First Specialist Spine Surgeon of Chhattisgarh Awarded prestigious Scholarship of Scoliosis Research Society USA year 2009.
Research and Publication
- PAI A, GUPTA P, RAINA S, NADKARNI MS, PARMARV, BADWE RA, INTERPECTORAL APPROACH TO DISSECTION OF THE AXILLARY APEX:AN ELEGANT AND EFFECTIVE APPROACH J SURG ONCOL.2006 SEP1;94(3):252-4 ,
- CHAUKAR DA, PAI A, D'CRUZ AK.A TECHNIQUE TO IDENTIFY AND PRESERVE THE APINAL 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 .
Special Interests
- Surgical Oncology
- Laparoscopy
- Breast cancer
- General surgery
- Gynaec & Breast Oncology
- GASTROINTESTINAL CANCERS(ESOPHAGUS,STOMACH,PANCREATIC,COLON AND RECTAL CANCERS)BREAT CANCER, GYNAECOLOGIC CANCERS (CERVIX, UTERINE AND OVARIAN) SOFT TISSUE SARCOMAS.SPECIALIST IN THE LAPAROSCOPIC AND ROBOTIC APPROACH TO GASTROINTESTINAL AND GYNAECOLOGIC CANCERS .
List of Treatments
- Rectum Cancer Treatment
- Thyroid Cancer Treatment
List of Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Deep Vein Thrombosis Dvt
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Ajit Pai practice?
Dr. Ajit Pai is a practicing oncologist at Apollo Cancer Centres in Teynampet, Chennai. He offers expert cancer care and treatment.
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.
What do patients say about Dr. Ajit Pai?
Dr. Ajit Pai has received positive feedback from 3 patients and testimonials from 2 others. Patient reviews provide valuable insights into the doctor's expertise and care.
What are Dr. Ajit Pai's educational qualifications?
Dr. Ajit Pai holds an MBBS, an MS in General Surgery, and an MCh in Surgical Oncology.
What is Dr. Ajit Pai's medical specialty?
Dr. Ajit Pai specializes in Surgical Oncology.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ajit Pai have?
Dr. Ajit Pai possesses 21 years of experience in oncology. Details regarding his professional history are available upon request.
Who is Dr. Ajit Pai?
Dr. Ajit Pai is a highly experienced Surgical Oncologist in Chennai with 18 years of expertise in diagnosing and treating various cancers, including breast, lung, head and neck, gynecological, prostate, and Ewing's sarcoma. He specializes in chemotherapy administration and utilizes advanced diagnostic techniques like ultrasound-guided cytology for accurate diagnoses, including rare cancers such as giant cell tumors. Dr. Pai provides personalized cancer care, collaborating with a team of experts to develop tailored treatment plans. He emphasizes early cancer detection and preventive screenings. His commitment to patient-centered care makes him a leading choice for surgical oncology in Chennai.
