Dr. Rajeev Agarwal 
MBBS, MS, Fellowship
Surgical Oncologist
Senior Consultant
44 Years of Experience
English, Hindi
About Dr. Rajeev Agarwal
Dr. Rajeev Agarwal is a highly respected surgical oncologist with over 44 years of clinical experience, primarily specializing in breast cancer surgery.
As a Senior Consultant at Medanta – The Medicity, he has pioneered organ-based oncology care, emphasizing breast conservation and reconstruction.
With more than 5,000 successful breast surgeries, he is recognized for his skill in sentinel lymph node biopsy and minimally invasive breast procedures.
He is credited with bringing the organ-based specialization approach to Northern India, reshaping cancer care delivery.
A recipient of an honorary Doctorate (D.Sc) and a member of global oncology societies, Dr. Agarwal continues to advance excellence in surgical oncology.
Qualifications of Dr. Rajeev Agarwal
- MBBS – GSVM Medical College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh (1978)
- MS in Surgery – GSVM Medical College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh (1982)
- Senior Residency in Cancer Surgery – Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (1985)
- Fellowship in Surgical Oncology – Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (1986)
Special Area of Interest Dr. Rajeev Agarwal
- Breast conservation surgery
- Sentinel lymph node biopsy
- Breast reconstruction surgery
- Soft tissue tumor surgery
- Organ-based oncology specialization
Past Experience of Dr. Rajeev Agarwal
- Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon
- Over four decades of surgical experience with a singular focus on breast oncology and soft tissue tumors
- Former Senior Resident (Cancer Surgery) at Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (1985)
- Trained at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, one of Asia’s premier cancer centers (Fellowship – 1986)
- Mentor to young oncologists and frequent faculty at national oncology workshops and CME events
Awards
- Honorary Doctorate (D.Sc) awarded by Amity University, Maharashtra for exceptional service in cancer surgery.
- Inducted as a member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO), marking international acclaim for his professional achievements.
- Recognized nationally for being a pioneer in breast cancer surgery and for shaping modern approaches in surgical oncology.
- Frequent guest speaker and honoree at national and international oncology summits and surgical symposiums.
- Acknowledged by peers and institutions for establishing organ-specific cancer surgery protocols in India.
Associations/Membership
- Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)
- Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)
- European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
Paper Published By Dr. Rajeev Agarwal
- Authored papers on breast cancer surgery outcomes, focusing on breast-conserving techniques and cosmetic results post-surgery.
- Published clinical studies on sentinel node biopsy accuracy in early-stage breast cancer patients.
- Contributed articles on organ-based oncology practice and its benefits in the Indian healthcare context.
- Research published in peer-reviewed Indian oncology journals and presented at national cancer conferences.
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