Dr. Pawan Kumar Specialist in Medical Oncology

Introduction

Dr. Pawan Kumar is a seasoned medical oncology consultant with over 15 years of experience in the fields of medical oncology and radiation oncology. His academic credentials include MBBS, MD in Radiation Oncology, and DNB-SS in Medical Oncology from well-known medical institutions in India. Dr. Kumar is recognized for his specialized expertise in all major medical oncology treatments, including precision medicine approaches such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy. He also has experience in comprehensive bone marrow transplant programs for various benign and malignant blood disorders.

Before HCG, Dr. Kumar was associated with several reputable medical organizations, namely Medanta – the Medicity (Gurgaon), SMS Medical College and Hospital (Jaipur), Sterling Hospital (Ahmedabad), and more. He has also worked as a medical officer and junior radiation oncology specialist for various tenures with the government of Rajasthan.

Alongside his clinical practice, he has taught MD and MBBS students during his senior residency.

Area of Expertise

● Dr. Pawan Kumar is an accomplished medical oncology consultant who practices at HCG Aastha Cancer Centre, a well-known comprehensive cancer hospital in Ahmedabad.

● He is well-versed in all major medical oncology treatment approaches; he also has extensive knowledge and experience in administering radiation oncology treatments for a broad spectrum of cancers.

● His expertise lies in the following areas:

⮚ Systemic Therapies, such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy

⮚ Acute and late toxicity management in systemic therapy patients

⮚ Placement of peripherally inserted central catheters

⮚ Lumbar puncture and administration of intrathecal chemotherapy

⮚ Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy

⮚ Stem cell transplant and management of toxicities related to it

⮚ Radiotherapy planning and execution

Brachytherapy (intraluminal, intracavitary, interstitial)

Research & Publications

Research

● MD Thesis titled “Radiation-Induced Pneumonitis After Adjuvant Conformal Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer: A Prospective Follow-up Study” under the mentorship of Chief Guide Dr. Rohitashwa Dana, Dept. of Radiation Oncology, SMS Medical College and Hospital, Jaipur.

Role: Principal Investigator (2017-2019)

● DrNB Medical Oncology Thesis titled “A Prospective Observational Study to Evaluate the Treatment Decision Based on Molecular Profiling in Newly Diagnosed Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients (Stage IIIB, IIIC and IV)” under the mentorship of Chief Guide Dr. Ashok Kumar Vaid, Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon.

Role: Principal Investigator (2022-2024)

Publications

● Esophageal Cancer in Northwest India: A Tertiary Care Center Experience of 5 Years. Asian Pac J Cancer Care (2021), 6 (3), 285-288.

● A Prospective Study to Evaluate Radiation Pneumonitis in Breast Cancer Patients After Adjuvant Conformal Radiotherapy. International Journal of Current Advanced Research, Vol. 9, Issue 04(B), pp 21877-21884, April 2020.

● A Comparative Study of Weekly Versus Three-Weekly Cisplatin Concurrently with 3-Dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy in Locally Advanced Head and Neck Cancer. International Journal of Current Advanced Research, Vol. 9, Issue 04(B), pp 21885-21890, April 2020.

● A Rare Case Report: Carcinoma Esophagus in a 12-year-old Girl with Unknown Etiology. Canc Therapy & Oncol Int J. 2019; 14(2): 555882.

● Advanced Olfactory Neuroblastoma: A Case Report. International Journal of Current Medical and Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 5, Issue 07(A), pp. 4337-4339, July 2019.

● Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression: A Prospective Observational Study at a Tertiary Care Center of North India. Cancer Ther Oncol Int J. 2019; 14(2): 555888.

● Tumor bleeding: Efficacy and outcome of hemostatic radiotherapy. The National Medical Journal of India 2019; Vol. 32, No. 6:342-344.

● Changing Trends in Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Management of Breast Cancer in Northwest India over a Decade. International Journal of Current Advanced Research, Vol. 8, Issue 02(F), pp 17524-17528, February 2019.

● Palliation of Brain Metastases: Analysis of Prognostic Factors Affecting Overall Survival. Indian J Palliat Care.018 Jul-Sep;24(3):308-312.

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