Dr. Surender Kumar Dabas
Senior Director
• Oncology
• 21+ years of experience
• BLK MAX Hospital, Delhi
Brief about doctor
Dr. Surender Kumar Dabas is a world-renowned expert in Surgical Oncology and Robotic Surgery. With over 21 years of experience, he has performed more than 20,000 complex cancer surgeries, including 2,500 robotic surgeries.A pioneer in India’s Robotic Surgical Oncology Programme, Dr. Dabas is an international mentor for robotic cancer surgeries. He is also the Vice President of the International Guild of Robotic & Endoscopic Head & Neck Surgery and has the distinction of performing the highest number of robotic head and neck cancer surgeries in Asia.Dr. Dabas is the only surgeon in India trained and certified by the University of Chicago to perform robotic pancreatic surgery. His expertise includes robotic scarless head and neck surgery and robotic surgeries for esophageal, lung, pancreatic, colorectal, prostate, bladder, kidney, gynecological, and breast cancers. He has also authored several research papers in national and international journals and is a sought-after speaker at medical conferences worldwide.
Work Experience
Current Role:
- Vice Chairman Oncology & Chief Robotic Surgery, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi.
Previous Roles:
- Director Head & Neck and Thoracic Services, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon, and Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi.
- Chief Head & Neck Oncology and Robotic Surgery, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, Delhi.
Education & Training
- MBBS
- MS General Surgery
- DNB Surgical Oncology
Memberships
- Executive Council Member International Guild of Robotic & Endoscopic Head and Neck Surgeons (IGREHNS)
- Member Foundation of Head and Neck Oncology (FHNO)
- Member Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
Speciality Interests
- Robotic Scarless Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
- Robotic Esophageal & Lung Cancer Surgery
- Robotic Pancreatic & Colorectal Surgery
- Robotic Prostate, Bladder & Kidney Cancer Surgery
- Gynecological Cancer Surgery
- Breast Cancer Surgery
Research Contributions
Dr. Dabas has contributed extensively to medical research. Notable works include:
- Presented a paper on “TORS in Head and Neck Cancer and Our Experience” in China (2014).
- Presented posters on robotic surgery for oropharyngeal cancers at the 1st International TORS Conference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. 1: What is Dr. Surender Kumar Dabas’s experience in robotic surgery?
Dr. Dabas has over 21 years of experience and has performed 2,500 robotic surgeries, making him a leader in robotic cancer treatments in Asia.
Q. 2: Which types of cancers does Dr. Dabas specialize in treating?
He specializes in treating head and neck, esophageal, lung, pancreatic, colorectal, prostate, bladder, kidney, gynecological, and breast cancers using advanced robotic techniques.
Q. 3: What is robotic scarless surgery, and how is it beneficial?
Robotic scarless surgery is a minimally invasive technique that leaves no visible scars. It offers quicker recovery, less pain, and better outcomes for patients.
Q. 4: Is Dr. Dabas involved in teaching and mentoring?
Yes, Dr. Dabas is an international mentor for robotic surgery and actively teaches this advanced technique to surgeons across India and beyond.
Q. 5: What makes robotic surgery better than traditional surgery for cancer?
Robotic surgery is more precise, less invasive, and reduces recovery time. It also minimizes complications and improves long-term outcomes for cancer patients.
