🧑‍⚕️ Dr. Harit K. Chaturvedi – Surgical Oncologist & Cancer Care Leader

Dr. Harit K. Chaturvedi is one of India’s most respected and accomplished surgical oncologists, with over 38 years of experience in the field of cancer care. As the Chairman of Max Institute of Cancer Care, he leads a multi-disciplinary team across Max hospitals, shaping advanced treatment strategies and setting benchmarks in surgical oncology.

Renowned for his expertise in organ-specific and minimally invasive cancer surgeries, Dr. Chaturvedi has performed thousands of complex procedures, covering a wide range of cancers including breast, head & neck, thoracic, gastrointestinal, and urological malignancies. He is a pioneer in robot-assisted and image-guided cancer surgery, with a strong emphasis on precision, patient safety, and quality of life.

A passionate advocate for cancer prevention and tobacco cessation, Dr. Chaturvedi has played a vital role in national awareness campaigns and founded the CORE Cancer Foundation to support public education and patient care initiatives. He is also a sought-after mentor and teacher, having trained numerous oncologists and contributed extensively to academic and policy frameworks in oncology.

Chairman – Max Institute of Cancer Care
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket | Also affiliated with Max Vaishali, Shalimar Bagh & Patparganj

🔹 Experience

• Over 38 years of experience in surgical oncology

• Performed thousands of complex oncologic surgeries across specialties

• Formerly associated with premier hospitals: Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, and Batra Hospital

• Currently leads pan-Max cancer care strategy and clinical excellence

🩺 Areas of Specialization

Comprehensive Surgical Oncology

– Expertise in surgeries for breast, head & neck, thoracic, GI, and urological cancers
– Proficient in multimodal treatment planning (surgery, chemo, radiation integration)

Minimally Invasive & Robotic Cancer Surgery

– Skilled in advanced, organ-preserving, image-guided oncologic procedures
– Proponent of laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgeries for precise excision

High-Risk & Complex Cancers

– Specialized in managing recurrent tumors, rescue surgeries, and advanced-stage malignancies
– Performs multidisciplinary tumor board–driven interventions

Cancer Awareness & Tobacco Cessation Advocacy

– Leads numerous national anti-tobacco campaigns and cancer prevention initiatives

🎓 Education & Training

• MBBS – GSVM Medical College, Kanpur (1986)

• MS (General Surgery) – GSVM Medical College, Kanpur (1990)

• MCh (Surgical Oncology) – Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai (1993)

• Specialized workshops and continued medical education in oncologic innovations and surgical precision

👨‍⚕️ Professional Highlights

• Founded CORE Cancer Foundation, focused on education, patient support, and outreach

• Trains surgical oncologists across India and internationally through workshops and mentoring

• Served as Organising Secretary of India’s first Indian Cancer Congress

• Contributed to national cancer care guidelines and policy recommendations

🏆 Awards & Recognition

• Young Scientist Award, 1993

• Honored with multiple accolades for leadership in oncology and academic excellence

• Recognized for outstanding contributions to surgical oncology in national forums

🤝 Professional Memberships

• President-elect, Indian Association of Surgical Oncologists (IASO)

• Immediate Past President, Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)

• Member, Oncology Forum, Indian Medical Association, and multiple global cancer networks

🔬 Clinical Focus

• Organ-specific cancer surgery – Breast, head-neck, GI, lung, and urogenital cancers

• Robotic and minimally invasive cancer procedures

• Salvage surgery in previously treated or advanced-stage cancers

• Patient-centric treatment design, tumor board participation

• Palliative surgical interventions for advanced malignancy