Dr. Pradeep Jain Surgical Oncologist

Doctor Overview

• Full Name & Designation: Dr. Pradeep Jain, Principal Director & HOD – Robotic/Lap GI, GI Onco, Bariatric & Minimal Access Surgery; Chairman GI Council, Pan Fortis Group
• Specialisation (s): Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Hepatobiliary Pancreatic (HPB) Surgery, Minimal Access Surgery, CRS & HIPEC
• Years of Experience: 39+ years of experience overall (30+ years as a specialist)
• Current Hospital/Institution Affiliation: Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi

Dr. Pradeep Jain is one of India’s most renowned Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncologists based in Delhi. With an illustrious career spanning over 39 years, he holds the prestigious M.Ch. degree in Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery from the esteemed G.B. Pant Hospital, following his MS in General Surgery from Maulana Azad Medical College. Currently serving as the Principal Director & HOD at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Dr. Jain is a pioneer in minimal access surgical techniques. He possesses exceptional expertise in Robotic and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery for complex GI cancers, including oesophagal, stomach, pancreatic, liver, and colorectal cancers. He is also a leading Bariatric Surgeon and highly recognised for performing Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) & HIPEC. His commitment to patient care and surgical excellence makes him a sought-after GI Cancer Surgeon in Delhi.

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees:

• MBBS – Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
• MS (General Surgery) – Maulana Azad Medical College & LNJP Hospital, New Delhi
• MCh (Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery) – G.B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi

Fellowships & Special Training:

• Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery – DongGuk University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea (2006)
• Advanced Robotic Surgery Training – Intuitive Surgical, Cochin (November 2017)
• Trained in Bariatric Surgery – San Francisco, California, USA (2018)
• Trained in Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision (TATME) – Tokyo, Japan (2019)

Certifications & Accreditations:

• Certified Robotic Surgeon (Intuitive Surgical – da Vinci)
• Medical Registration Verified

Areas of Expertise

Major Cancer Types Treated:

• Esophageal (Food Pipe) Cancer
• Stomach Cancer
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Liver Cancer (Primary & Metastatic)
• Biliary Tract Cancer (Gallbladder Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma)
• Colorectal Cancer (Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer)
• Neuroendocrine Tumours (NENs/NETs)
• Retroperitoneal Tumours

Sub-specialties:

• GI Surgical Oncology
• Robotic GI Surgery
• Bariatric (Weight Loss) Surgery
• Minimal Access Surgery (MIS)
• Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) & Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
• Surgery for Benign GI Disorders (e.g., Biliary Strictures, Ulcerative Colitis, Portal Hypertension)

Advanced Procedures Performed:

• Laparoscopic Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
• Robotic Whipple Procedure
• Laparoscopic & Thoracoscopic Esophagectomy
• Robotic Esophagectomy
• Laparoscopic & Robotic Gastrectomy (Stomach Cancer Surgery)
• Laparoscopic & Robotic Colectomy / Anterior Resection / APR (Colorectal Cancer Surgery)
• Laparoscopic & Robotic Hepatectomy (Liver Resection)
• Complex Liver, Biliary, and Pancreatic Surgeries
• CRS & HIPEC for Peritoneal Cancers
• Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgeries (Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass)
• Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision (TATME)

Professional Experience

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:

• Principal Director & HOD (Lap GI, GI Onco, Bariatric & MIS Surgery) – Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi (Present)
• Chief, Department of Laparoscopic GI, GI Onco & Minimal Access Surgery – Action Cancer Hospital & Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, Delhi
• Former Chief of GI Oncosurgery – Rajeev Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre, Delhi
• Director, Laparoscopic GI and GI Oncosurgery – Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh

Academic & Research Roles:

• Visiting Professor, Asian Institute of Tele Surgery (AITS), Taiwan (2017)
• Official Trainer, ETHICON (Johnson & Johnson) for Colorectal & Bariatric Surgery
• Faculty Invitee, Major National & International Conferences
• Runs CREST Program (Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Training)
• Conducted FALS Fellowship Courses (Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgeries – 2017)
• Chairman, GI Council, Pan Fortis Group

Key Achievements & Contributions:

• Pioneer in Thoracoscopic & Laparoscopic Esophagectomy and Laparoscopic Whipples in North India/Delhi.
• One of the few surgeons in Delhi performing the entire spectrum of Advanced Laparoscopic & Robotic GI Oncosurgery and Bariatric Surgery.
• Performed over 30,000 successful GI surgeries using Open, Laparoscopic & Robotic techniques.
• Organizing Chairman of National Conference (GI Surgicon, 2014, 2015, 2016).
• Known as a “Trouble shooter” in the surgical fraternity for handling complex cases.

Awards & Recognitions

• Scroll of Honour – Delhi Medical Association (DMA) for outstanding Meritorious services (14 Aug 2012)
• Best Award – IASGCON 2015 Video Award for Lap Whipples in HPB Surgery
• Best Award – ASICON 2015 – Video Award for Lap Whipples in HPB Category (Dec 2015)
• Best Award – ASICON 2015 – Video award for Lap Anterior Resection in Colorectal Surgery (Dec 2015)
• Awarded for services in Colorectal cancer – Asian Institute of Tele surgery, Taiwan (2017)
• Certificate of Appreciation in the field of Colorectal Cancer – International Colorectal Surgery Forum, Taichung, Taiwan (Sep 2018)
• Indian Healthcare Excellence Award 2019 as Best GI Surgeon of India
• Honours for outstanding service – Indian Medical Association (IMA) Rohini Zone (15th Sep 2019)

Research & Publications

Published Papers in Medical Journals: Authored several publications in reputed National & International Journals.

Books & Chapters Authored:

• Author of a Video Chapter on Laparoscopic Whipples in the “Textbook of Surgical Gastroenterology”
• Author of a teaching DVD on Advanced Laparoscopic GI Surgery.

Patient Success Stories & Testimonials

Notable Cases Handled: Dr. Jain has successfully managed thousands of complex GI cancer cases, including advanced pancreatic cancers requiring the Whipple procedure, esophageal cancers needing thoraco-laparoscopic removal, extensive colorectal cancers managed robotically, and challenging liver resections. His expertise extends to CRS & HIPEC for widespread abdominal cancers and successful bariatric surgeries leading to significant weight loss and comorbidity resolution.

Patient Testimonials:

“Facing stage 2 stomach cancer was terrifying, but Dr. Pradeep Jain’s calm confidence and clear explanation of the laparoscopic gastrectomy put us at ease. The surgery was successful, my recovery was much faster than expected, and his follow-up care has been exceptional. I feel truly blessed to have been under his care.” – R. Sharma

“Dr. Pradeep Jain is a best cancer surgeon.” – Zeenat P.

“My father was diagnosed with complex pancreatic cancer. Dr. Jain performed a Robotic Whipple procedure. The precision of the robot combined with Dr. Jain’s skill minimised the trauma. His compassionate approach made a difficult time more manageable for our family.” – S. Kumar

Treatment Approach & Philosophy

Patient-Centred Care: Dr. Jain strongly believes in a kind, friendly, and holistic approach. He focuses on accurate diagnosis and delivering personalised treatment plans with compassion and clear communication.

Technology & Innovation: A firm advocate for leveraging cutting-edge technology, Dr. Jain is a leader in minimal access techniques (Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery) to ensure precision, minimise patient trauma, reduce pain, shorten hospital stays, and enable faster recovery while achieving optimal oncological outcomes. He is committed to clinical excellence through continuous learning and adoption of advanced procedures like TATME and HIPEC.

Consultation Fees & Treatment Costs

Contact Cancer Rounds team to know about Dr. Pradeep Jain consultation fees and appointment booking

Treatment costs depend significantly on the specific diagnosis, the type of procedure planned (e.g., Robotic Colorectal Surgery, Laparoscopic Pancreatectomy, CRS & HIPEC, Bariatric Surgery), required investigations, duration of hospital stay, room type, and individual patient factors.

International Patient Assistance

• Language Support: Cancer Rounds provides language interpretation services for major international languages to facilitate communication.
• Visa & Travel Assistance: The dedicated Cancer Rounds team assists with visa invitation letters, airport transfers, local accommodation arrangements, and other logistical needs.
• Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations: Dr. Jain often offers pre-treatment virtual (online) consultations for international patients to review medical records, discuss diagnosis, propose treatment plans, and address preliminary queries before travel.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q 1. Is Dr. Pradeep Jain experienced in robotic surgery for GI cancers?

Yes, Dr. Jain is a certified and highly experienced Robotic Surgeon. He routinely performs complex robotic surgeries for various GI cancers, offering patients the benefits of minimally invasive procedures.

Q 2. What is CRS & HIPEC, and does Dr. Jain perform this procedure?

CRS (Cytoreductive Surgery) involves removing all visible tumour deposits from the abdomen, and HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) involves circulating heated chemotherapy drugs within the abdomen immediately after surgery. Dr. Pradeep Jain’s centre is highly recognised for CRS & HIPEC, and he performs this advanced procedure for suitable patients with peritoneal cancers.

Q 3. How can I book an appointment with Dr. Pradeep Jain?

You can book an appointment by contacting Cancer Rounds team.

Q 4. Does Dr. Jain treat benign (non-cancerous) GI conditions as well?

Yes, besides GI cancers, Dr. Pradeep Jain also has expertise in managing complex benign conditions requiring surgery, such as Biliary Strictures, complications of Ulcerative Colitis, and issues related to Portal Hypertension.