Lung cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Professor Dabas is a leading thoracic specialist who has performed over 8,000 surgeries for head, neck, and chest tumours. He currently serves as the Director of Surgical Oncology and Chief of Robotic Surgery at BLK Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in robotic lung surgery to remove tumours through tiny incisions for less post-operative pain
• Expert in treating mediastinum tumours located in the difficult-to-reach area between the lungs
• Manages complex oesophageal cancer cases requiring precise surgical intervention
• Member of the International Guild of Endoscopic and Robotic Head and Neck Surgery
• Former Department Director at Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Professor Raja Sundaram has successfully performed over 15,000 surgical procedures, making him one of the most prolific surgical oncologists in the region.

• Specialises in surgical management of tumours at Global Hospital Chennai
• Manages both routine and highly complex oncology cases
• Focuses on precise surgical techniques for lung malignancies
• Experienced in multi-disciplinary care for solid tumour management

Professor Vadhiraja B. M. is a senior radiation oncologist at Manipal Hospitals, where he specialises in pinpointing and treating lung tumours.

• Uses stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) – high-dose radiation that targets tumours while protecting healthy lung tissue
• Performs image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) to account for breathing movements during treatment
• Specialises in managing lung cancer at various stages using non-invasive techniques
• Focuses on precision-based oncology to reduce side effects for patients

Professor Cho Byung Chul leads the Oncology Department and specialises in clinical drug trials for lung cancer care.

• Manages cancer treatment at Severance Hospital – one of South Korea's most prestigious medical facilities
• Focuses on chemotherapy for lung, head, neck, and oesophageal cancers
• Develops new drug protocols to improve outcomes for patients with advanced malignancies
• Oversees multidisciplinary care as Head of Department to ensure streamlined treatment

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital who has chaired major university oncology departments.

• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in medical oncology for managing lung cancer using drug-based therapies
• Served as an Education Officer at Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Fellow of the Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in medical oncology
• Expert in coordinating multidisciplinary care for patients with solid tumours

Dr Vedant Kabra leads the Oncological Surgery department at Fortis Memorial Research Institute – a major centre for surgical oncology.

• Specialises in surgical resection for cancer, including complex tumour removal
• Oversees MDT meetings to coordinate surgical, medical, and radiation treatments
• Former surgical lead at several high-volume tertiary hospitals
• Holds senior leadership roles within the department to ensure surgical safety and standards