Dr. Sabyasachi Bal

Surgical Oncologist

Dr. Sabyasachi Bal

Director & Head, Department of Thoracic Surgery & Thoracic Surgical Oncology

30+ years of experience

MBBS, MS, DNB, FRCS
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi - India

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    OPD Schedule Of Dr. Sabyasachi Bal

    Consultation Fees Rs. 1200 /-
    Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
    MON
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    TUE
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    WED
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    THU
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    FRI
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    SAT
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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    Areas of Expertise

    Dr. Sabyasachi Bal

    Major Cancer Types Treated:
    • Lung Cancer (Primary & Metastatic/Secondaries)
    • Esophageal Cancer
    • Mediastinal Tumors (Thymoma, Germ Cell Tumors, Lymphoma requiring surgery, etc.)
    • Chest Wall Tumors
    • Pleural Cancer (Mesothelioma)
    • Tracheal & Major Airway Tumors
    • Complex Thyroid & Parathyroid Cancers (requiring thoracic approach)
    • Foregut Tumors (Esophagus, Stomach)
    Sub-specialties:
    • Thoracic Surgical Oncology
    • Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery (VATS & Robotic)
    • Foregut Surgery
    • General Thoracic Surgery (Lung, Pleura, Mediastinum)
    • Endocrine Surgery (Thyroid, Parathyroid)
    • Surgical Oncology
    Advanced Procedures Performed:
    • Robotic Thoracic Surgery (Lung Resections, Thymectomy, Esophagectomy, Mediastinal Tumor Excision)
    • Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) – Lobectomy, Segmentectomy, Pneumonectomy, Esophagectomy, Thymectomy, Pleurectomy, Biopsies
    • Lung Sparing & Parenchyma Preserving Surgery (Sleeve Resections)
    • Major Lung Resections (Lobectomy, Pneumonectomy, Segmentectomy)
    • Complex Chest Wall Resections & Reconstruction
    • Tracheal Resection & Reconstruction
    • Esophageal Resections for Cancer & Benign Disorders
    • Surgery for Mediastinal Tumors (Open, VATS, Robotic)
    • Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS) for Emphysema
    • Surgery for Myasthenia Gravis (Thymectomy – VATS/Robotic/Open)
    • Surgery for Pleural Diseases (Empyema, Pneumothorax)
    • Nuss Procedure for Chest Wall Deformities
    • Airway Stenting & Laser Interventions
    • Diagnostic Mediastinoscopy & Thoracoscopy
    • Surgery for Hyperhidrosis (Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy)

    Qualifications & Credentials of Dr. Sabyasachi Bal

    Medical Degrees:
    • MBBS, AIIMS, New Delhi (1981)
    • MS General Surgery, AIIMS, New Delhi (1984)
    • DNB (1987)
    Fellowships & Special Training:
    • FRCS: Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
    • Fellow in Robotic Thoracic Surgery: Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA (2015)
    • Varoon Mahajan Fellow in Thoracic Surgical Oncology: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA (1999)
    • Escorts Raj Nanda Pulmonary Fellow: Advanced Lung Cancer & Lung Volume Reduction Surgery, Glenfield Hospital, University of Leicester, UK (2000-2001)
    • UICC Fellow: University of Washington, USA (1994)
    • Senior Registrar Training: Thoracic Surgery (University of Bristol, Frenchay Hospital, UK), Surgical Oncology (Royal Marsden Hospital, London & Sutton, UK), Thoracic Surgical Oncology (Royal Brompton Chest Hospital, London, UK)
    Certifications & Accreditations:
    • Certification & Training in Robotic Surgery: Intuitive Surgical Labs (Sunnyvale, CA; Atlanta, GA, USA), University of San Francisco, CA, USA (2016)

    Professional Experience of Dr. Sabyasachi Bal

    Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:
    • Director & Head, Thoracic Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi (2020 – Present)
    • Director & Head, Thoracic Surgery & Thoracic Surgical and Foregut Oncology, Fortis-Escorts Hospitals, New Delhi & NCR (2009 – 2020)
    • Associate Director, Thoracic Surgery & Thoracic Surgical and Foregut Oncology, Fortis-Escorts Hospitals, New Delhi & NCR (2006 – 2009)
    • Additional Professor of Thoracic Surgery & Chief, Lung Cancer Clinic, AIIMS, New Delhi (2001 – 2005)
    • Associate Professor of Thoracic Surgery & Chief, Lung Cancer Clinic, AIIMS, New Delhi (1997 – 2001)
    • Assistant Professor of Thoracic Surgery, AIIMS, New Delhi (1993 – 1997)
    • Assistant Professor of Endocrine Surgery, SGPGIMS, Lucknow (1988 – 1989)
    • Senior Registrar Roles (UK), Royal Marsden Hospital (Surgical Oncology), South West Regional Thoracic Surgery Centre (Frenchay Hospital, Bristol), Royal Brompton Chest Hospital, Royal Cornwall Hospitals (Colorectal Surgery) (1988 – 1993)
    • Senior Registrar & Research Associate, Surgery, AIIMS, New Delhi (1985 – 1988)
    Academic & Research Roles:
    • Former Faculty (Assistant, Associate, Additional Professor), AIIMS, New Delhi
    • Former Chief, Lung Cancer Clinic, AIIMS, New Delhi
    • Senior Research Fellow, Glenfield Hospital, University of Leicester, UK
    • Editor, Thoracic Surgery Section, Indian Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery
    • Invited Faculty, Numerous National & International Conferences/Workshops (e.g., Asian Masters Workshop in Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai)
    Key Achievements & Contributions:
    • Pioneer of Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS) in India.
    • One of the pioneers in diagnostic and therapeutic Thoracoscopic (VATS) procedures in India, contributing to high volumes of VATS lung resections.
    • Early adopter and proponent of Robotic Thoracic Surgery in India.
    • Established and led high-volume Thoracic Surgery & Oncology units.
    • Significant contributions to academic Thoracic Surgery in India through teaching and leadership roles at AIIMS.

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