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Overview
Dr. Ajesh Saksena is a highly skilled Surgical Oncologist based in Hyderabad, Telangana, with over 8 years of extensive experience in the field of oncology and general surgery. He holds an MS in General Surgery and a DNB in Surgical Oncology, complemented by advanced fellowships in Minimal Access Surgery (FMAS) and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery focused on oncology. His expertise allows him to offer a range of sophisticated surgical interventions, ensuring that patients receive the most effective and least invasive treatments available.
Fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, Dr. Saksena is dedicated to providing personalized care that caters to the diverse needs of his patients. He is known for his compassionate approach and meticulous attention to detail, making him a preferred choice for patients navigating their cancer journeys. With a commitment to staying current with the latest advancements in cancer treatment, Dr. Saksena ensures that his patients benefit from cutting-edge surgical techniques and technologies.
Dr. Ajesh Saksena is associated with Apollo Hospitals, which is renowned for its excellence in healthcare. He takes pride in his ability to educate and empower his patients regarding their conditions, fostering a collaborative environment in which patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns. His dedication to his craft and his patients has earned him a respected reputation within the medical community in Hyderabad. Whether requiring a routine consult or a complex surgical procedure, patients can trust Dr. Saksena to provide exceptional care with professionalism and empathy.
Experience
- Consultant Surgical Oncology, Basavatarakam Indo-American Cancer Hospital and Research Institute, Hyderabad; February 2018 – September 2022.
- Senior Resident in Department of Surgical Oncology, MNJ Institute of Oncology & Regional Cancer Center, Hyderabad; February 2017 – February 2018
- Observership - Adyar Cancer Institute, Chennai; November 2015
- Observership - Department of Head and Neck Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York; March 2016
Memberships
- Life Member, Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
- Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Life Member, Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI)
- Life Member, Indian Society for Peritoneal Surface Malignancies (ISPSM)
- Life Member, Association of Minimal access surgeons of India (AMASI)
- Life Member, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)
Research and Publication
- Rao ST, Nusrath S, Iyer RR, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR et al. Interpretation and implications of LACC trial. Indian Journal of Gynecologic Oncology. 2019 Jun 1;17(2):39.
- Thammineedi SR, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR et al. A Perplexing Case of Pneumothorax After Transhiatal Esophagectomy Managed by a Simple Remedy. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2020 Jul 23:1-3.
- Nusrath S, Saxena AR, Raju KV, Patnaik S, Rao TS, Bollineni N. The Value of Lymphadenectomy Post-Neoadjuvant Therapy in Carcinoma Esophagus: a Review. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2020 Aug 3:1-1.
- Usofi Z, Rao TS, Iyer R, Murthy S, Saksena AR, Devi GS. A Rare Case of Primary Synovial Sarcoma of Ovary: A Case Report. Indian Journal of Gynecologic Oncology. 2020 Sep;18(3):1-3.
- Nusrath S, Nair A, Dasu S, Rao TS, Raju KV, Rayani BK, Naik VM, Patnaik SC, Iyer RR, Saksena AR, Rao MR. Single-Dose Prophylactic Antibiotic Versus Extended Usage for Four Days in Clean-Contaminated Oncological Surgeries: a Randomized Clinical Trial. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2020 Sep;11(3):378-86.
- Nusrath S, Subramanyeshwar RT, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR, Reddy RP, Shukla S. Primary Lower Chest Port Placement During Thoraco-Laparoscopic Assisted Esophagectomy Can Cause Potential Diaphragmatic and Liver Injuries: a Report of 2 Cases. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2020 Sep;11(1):69-72.
- Co-author of Chapter on “Surgical Management of Cervix Cancer” in the book: Updates in Gynecological Cancers, 2020.
- Thammineedi SR, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR, Ramalingam PR, Nusrath S. The Utility of Indocyanine Green Angiography in the Assessment of Perfusion of Gastric Conduit and Proximal Esophageal Stump Against Visual Assessment in Patients Undergoing Esophagectomy: a Prospective Study. perfusion.;3:4. doi:10.1007/s13193-020-01085-8
- Thammineedi SR, Saksena AR, Nusrath S, Iyer RR, Shukla S, et al. Fluorescence-guided cancer surgery-A new paradigm. J Surg Oncol. 2021 Mar 25. doi: 10.1002/jso.26469. PMID: 33765329. https://doi.org/10.1002/jso.26469
- Nusrath S, Patnaik SC, Christopher A, Saksena AR, Thammineedi SR, Reddy RP. Flickering diaphragm sign, an indicator of laparoscopy-associated pneumothorax secondary to pleural breach. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia. 2020 Mar;64(3):233.
- Rao T S, Raju KV, Patnaik SC, Reddy P, Saksena AR, Rajappa S, et al. Influence of neoadjuvant therapy on outcomes in patients with resectable carcinoma of esophagus and gastroesophageal junction from a tertiary cancer care center in India. Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2021 Jun 1
- Subramanyeshwar, R.T., Raju, K.V.V.N., Patnaik, S.C., Saksena AR, et al. Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy the Standard of Care: Experience from a Tertiary Care Cancer Center from India. Indian J Surg Oncol (2021).
- Thammineedi, S.R., Patnaik, S.C., Reddy, P., Saksena AR et al. The Emerging Role of ICG Fluorescence During Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy. Indian J Surg Oncol (2021).
- Thammineedi SR, Raju K, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR, Iyer RR, Sudhir R, Rayani BK, Smith LM, Are C, Nusrath S. Laparoscopic Repair of Acute Post-Esophagectomy Diaphragmatic Herniation Following Minimal Access Esophagectomy. Indian J Surg Oncol. 2021 Dec;12(4):729-736. Epub 2021 Aug 18. PMID: 35110896
- Bradulskis S, Dainius E, Kubiliute E, Kutkevicius J, Paršeliunas A, Subocius A, Venskutonis D.COVIDSurg Collaborative*. Effect of COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns on planned cancer surgery for 15 tumour types in 61 countries: an international, prospective, cohort study. Lancet oncology. London: Lancet Pub. Group, 2021, vol. 00, no. 00. 2021.
- Thammineedi SR, Rao VB, Pasam MK, Saksena AR, Nusrath S. Menetrier’s Disease Masquerading as Adenocarcinoma of Stomach. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2021 Oct 16:1-3.
- Nusrath S, Rao Thammineedi S, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR. ICG Fluorescence Navigation Surgery in Gastric Cancer: Role and Relevance. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2021 Dec;12(4):711-2.
- Nusrath S, Thammineedi SR, Saksena AR, Patnaik SC, Reddy P, Usofi Z, Kumar S. Thoracic Duct Lymphography by Near-Infrared Indocyanine Green Fluorescence Imaging in Thoracic Surgery. A Review. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2022 Jan 14:1-6.
- Thammineedi SR, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR, Nusrath S. Blumer’s Shelf on Laparoscopy. Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2022 Jan 13:1-3.
- COVIDSurg Collaborative. The impact of surgical delay on resectability of colorectal cancer: An international prospective cohort study. Colorectal Dis. 2022 Mar 14. PMID: 35286766.
- Nusrath S, Thammineedi SR, Raju KV, Patnaik SC, Saksena AR, Karthik J, Basude M, Kumar J P, Shukla S, Rao VB, Kumar C K. Factors associated with pathologic complete response following neoadjuvant chemoradiation and esophagectomy for carcinoma of esophagus and gastroesophageal junction. Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2022 Sep 21.
- Co-Author in the chapter on “Scope of Real Time Fluorescence Imaging in Esophagectomy” in the textbook: Esophageal Surgery - Current Principles and Advances, September 2022
Special Interests
- Gastrointestinal Cancers
- Organ Preserving Cancer Surgery
- Fluorescence Guided Cancer Surgery
- Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC
- Advanced Minimal Access Surgery
List of Treatments
- Rectum Cancer Treatment
- Thyroid Cancer Treatment
List of Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena practice?
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena is a practicing physician at Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills. He offers expert medical care within the comprehensive network of Apollo Hospitals.
Why do patients choose Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena?
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena is a highly sought-after specialist in Cancer Surgery, Breast Cancer Treatment, and Gynecological Cancer Treatment. For detailed information on his expertise, please refer to his professional profile.
What is patient feedback for Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena?
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena has received positive feedback from 2 patients, with 1 patient sharing their experience. Detailed patient testimonials are available.
What are Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena's qualifications?
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena holds an MBBS, an MS in General Surgery, and a DNB in Surgical Oncology.
What is Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena's medical specialty?
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena specializes in Surgical Oncology and Laparoscopic Surgery.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena have?
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena has 15 years of experience as a General Surgeon.
Who is Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena?
Dr. Ajesh Raj Saksena is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist at Apollo Cancer Center, Jubilee Hills. His expertise includes Gastrointestinal, Gynecologic, and Breast Cancers. He performs Organ Preserving Cancer Surgery (Rectum and Breast conservation), Sentinel lymph node biopsy, Fluorescence Guided Cancer Surgery, Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy), and Advanced Minimal Access Onco-Surgery (Laparoscopic and Robotic). He treats Gastrointestinal Cancers (Esophageal, Stomach, Small & Large Intestinal, Colon, Rectal including GIST), Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Cancers, Peritoneal Surface Malignancies, Breast Cancers, Gynecologic Cancers (Ovarian, Fallopian tube, Uterine, Cervix, Vulvar & Vaginal), Head & Neck Cancers, Thyroid cancer, Lung cancers, Skin & Soft tissue tumors, and Urological Cancers. He performs various surgeries including Radical esophagectomy, Gastrectomy, Intestinal resection & anastomosis, Colectomy, Anterior resection & Sphincter saving rectal resections, Abdomino-perineal resection, Pelvic exenteration, Hepatectomy, Pancreatectomy, Whipple?s pancreatico-duodenectomy, Radical Cholecystectomy, Extrafascial & Radical hysterectomy, Pelvic and Retroperitoneal lymphadenectomy, Inguinal lymph node dissection. Dr. Saksena's expertise also encompasses Breast conservation surgeries, Oncoplastic breast reconstruction, and Cytoreductive Surgery and Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC).
