Dr. Hitesh Dawar

Major Cancer Types Treated

• Bone Cancers
• Soft Tissue Cancers
• Spine Tumours
• Musculoskeletal Tumours

Sub-specialties

• Orthopaedic Oncology
• Complex Joint Reconstruction
• Spine Tumour Surgery
• Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
• Revision Joint Surgery
• Robotic Joint and Spine Surgery
• Management of Bone and Joint Infections

Advanced Procedures Performed

• • Complex Joint Reconstruction
  • Revision Joint Surgery
  • Robotic Joints and Spine Procedures
  • MIS (Minimally Invasive Surgery) Spine Surgery
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Carpal Tunnel Surgery
  • Rotator Cuff Repairs
  • Fracture Management
  • Deformity Correction

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations

Current Affiliations:

• National Service Line Manager - Orthopaedics, Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
• Freelance Surgery and Healthcare Consultant, Delhi NCR

Past Affiliations:

• Consultant Orthopaedic Oncosurgeon, BLK - Max Super Speciality Hospital (January 2022 - September 2023)
• Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedics, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (August 2014 - January 2022)
• AOA Post-Grad Fellow, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia (July 2019 - January 2021)
• Fellow, National Centre for Spinal Disorders, Budapest, Hungary (April 2016 - May 2016)
• Fellow, Queens Mary Hospital, Hong Kong (April 2015 - May 2015)
• Fellow, Institute of Orthopaedics Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy (May 2014 - July 2014)
• Senior Registrar - cum - Fellow, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra (July 2013 - April 2014)
• Fellow, Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute, Ahmedabad, Gujarat (March 2013 - June 2013)
• Senior Resident, Department of Orthopaedics, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (August 2012 - March 2013)
• Orthopaedics Post-Graduate Resident, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (July 2009 - July 2009)
• Junior Resident, Department of Orthopaedics, S.N.G Hospital, Indore, Madhya Pradesh (July 2008 - June 2009)
• Resident Medical Officer, Department of Emergency, Max Hospital, Gurgaon (February 2008 - July 2008)

Academic & Research Roles

• Authored numerous publications in national and international medical journals.
• Mentor for various orthopaedic and oncology programmes.

Key Achievements & Contributions

• Extensive international training and exposure in orthopaedic oncology and complex joint reconstruction.
• Specialises in deploying innovative surgical and medical strategies for debilitating anatomical defects and functional limitations resulting from bone and soft tissue tumours.
• Expertise in 3D and personalised reconstruction techniques.
• Proficient in robotic and revision joint and spine surgeries.

Recognitions & Honors

• FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons)
• FAGE (Fellow of the Academy of General Education)
• MNAMS (Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences), India

Published Papers in Medical Journals

• Masquelet technique for treatment of post-traumatic bone defects Journal of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors (April 2020)
• Spinal Injury in Indian Children: Review of 204 Cases Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma (JCOT) (November 2019)
• Fracture Management In Osteopetrosis : An Intriguing Enigma A Guide For Surgeons Acta Orthopaedica Belgica (September 2017)
• Functional and Radiological Outcomes of Anterior Decompression and Posterior Stabilization via Posterior Transpedicular Approach in Thoracic and Thoracolumbar Pott's Disease: A Retrospective Study Asian Spine Journal (August 2017)
• Spontaneous Periodic Hypothermia with Reduced Basal Temperature in a Patient of Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy Following Surgery for Cervical Spine Injury Journal of Case Reports (October 2016)
• Ascending Myelitis in Operated Burst Fracture L1 with Paraplegia Asia Journal of Case Reports (September 2016)
• Post traumatic bone defects treated with induced biomembrane technique in a tertiary care trauma centre - technique, results in 6 patients and a review of literature International Journal of Development Research (April 2016)
• Modified stable supracondylar corrective osteotomy technique for Genu Valgum Souvenir - Medicon Uttarakhand (April 2016)
• DXA in clinical practice: invest in quality to improve accuracy and clinical relevance Journal of Medical Thesis (April 2016)
• Unipolar or bipolar hemiarthroplasty in fracture neck Femur – What should we do – A review of literature Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma (JCOT) (March 2015)
• Incidence and timing of dislocation after primary total/hemi replacement arthroplasty at tertiary care orthopaedic institute Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma (JCOT) (March 2015)
• ROLE OF PREOPERATIVE HIP-KNEE-ANKLE LONG LEG X-RAYS IN DETERMINING THE ANGLE OF DISTAL FEMORAL CUT IN TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT TO ACHIEVE A CENTRAL AND ACCURATE POSTOPERATIVE LIMB ALIGNMENT Conference Paper (November 2012)
• All Radicular Pains are not Spinal in Origin Conference Paper (February 2012)
• Ascending myelitis in operated burst fracture L 1 with paraplegia ASIA – A. Conference Paper (October 2010)

• "Dr. Dawar performed a complex joint reconstruction for me, and the results have been life-changing. His expertise and meticulous approach are truly commendable. I highly recommend him as a top orthopaedic surgeon in Delhi." - R. Kumar
• "When I was diagnosed with a bone tumour, I sought out the best, and Dr. Hitesh Dawar exceeded all expectations. His knowledge in orthopaedic oncology is exceptional, and I felt completely confident in his care." - S. Verma
• "My experience with Dr. Dawar for a spinal tumour was outstanding. He is not only a skilled surgeon but also a compassionate doctor who genuinely cares about his patients' well-being. He is a leading orthopaedic onco-surgeon in India." - P. Singh

Patient-Centred Care

Dr. Hitesh Dawar is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. He believes in a personalised treatment approach, thoroughly understanding each patient's unique condition and tailoring the most effective strategies to ensure optimal outcomes and support throughout their orthopaedic journey.

Technology & Innovation

Embracing cutting-edge techniques and innovative surgical strategies, Dr. Dawar incorporates advanced procedures such as robotic joint and spine surgery, 3D reconstruction, and minimally invasive techniques. His international exposure ensures he remains at the forefront of orthopaedic oncology and complex joint reconstruction advancements.

Please note: These are estimated costs and may vary based on individual patient needs, the complexity of the procedure, hospital stay duration, and other factors. For precise costs, please contact the Cancer Rounds team.

Language Support

The Cancer Rounds team provides comprehensive language support to ensure seamless communication for international patients throughout their treatment journey.

Visa & Travel Assistance

The Cancer Rounds team offers assistance with visa applications, travel arrangements, airport transfers, and comfortable accommodation options for international patients and their families.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations

Initial medical record reviews and virtual consultations can be arranged via telemedicine, allowing international patients to discuss their condition and treatment options with Dr. Hitesh Dawar before travelling to India.