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Dr. Meenu Walia

Chairman - Medical Oncology (Breast, Gynaecology, Thoracic, GI)


Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 36+ Years

Gender: Female

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Dr. Sandeep Batra

Vice Chairman


Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Molecular Oncology & Cancer Genetics, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Hematology Oncology

Experience: 17+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Charu Garg

Vice Chairman - Radiation Oncology


Radiation Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Paediatric (Ped) Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Paediatric (Ped)/Medical Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 24+ Years

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr. Manoj K. Tayal

Principal Director – Radiation Oncology


Radiation Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 19+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Sameer Khatri

Principal Director - Medical Oncology


Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Gender: Male

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Dr. Vivek Mangla

Principal Director - Gastrointestinal and Hepatopancreatobiliary (GI & HPB) Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery

Experience: 21+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Dodul Mondal

Principal Director and Head of the Unit- Radiation Oncology


Radiation Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology, Thoracic Oncology, Paediatric (Ped) Oncology

Experience: 16+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Rajender Kumar

Senior Director- Radiation Oncology


Radiation Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 17+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Sharan Choudhri

Senior Director - Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 41+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Chandragouda Dodagoudar

Senior Director


Medical Oncology, Paediatric (Ped) Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Paediatric (Ped)/Medical Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

Dr. Vikas Goswami

Senior Director - Medical Oncology (Breast & Gynaecological Cancers, Lung Cancer, Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers, Head & Neck / Oral Cancers, Urology (Genitourinary) Cancers, Haematological (Blood) Cancers)


Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Breast Cancer, Gynecologic Oncology, Thoracic Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Hematology Oncology

Experience: 23+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Waseem Abbas

Director & Unit Head - Medical Oncology


Medical Oncology, Paediatric (Ped) Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Hematology Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 16+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr Manish Jain

Director & Unit Head – Gastrointestinal Oncosurgery


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology

Gender: Male

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Dr. Sanjeev Kumar

Director & Unit Head - GI & HPB Surgical Oncology & Clinical Administrator – Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr Tripti Saxena

Director – Radiation Oncology


Radiation Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Gender: Female

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Dr. Nagender Sharma

Director - Medical Oncology


Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 14+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr Prateek Varshney

Director – Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery

Experience: 21+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr Abhishek Aggarwal

Associate Director – Gastrointestinal Oncosurgery


Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Gender: Male

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Dr Anadi Pachaury

Associate Director & Unit Head – Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Breast Cancer, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery

Experience: 13+ Years

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr Sriniket Mohan Raghavan

Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery

Experience: 10+ Years

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr. Sanjeev Srivastava

Senior Consultant


Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology

Experience: 37+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr Surbhi Gupta

Consultant – HPB and GI Oncosurgery (Surgical Oncology)


Surgical Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology

Experience: 9+ Years

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr Aman Rastogi

Consultant – Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery

Experience: 7+ Years

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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At Max Hospital Delhi, expert care is available for a wide range of conditions, including Colon cancer. Our top specialists provide advanced treatments using cutting-edge technology, ensuring the best possible care for Colon cancer. Whether through video consultations or in-person visits, patients receive personalised treatment tailored to their needs. Explore our doctors' qualifications, experience, and areas of expertise. Our seamless online booking system makes scheduling appointments and checking OPD timings quick and hassle-free. Visit Max Hospital Delhi for trusted, high-quality healthcare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in the colon or rectum, which are parts of the large intestine. It typically develops from growths called polyps, which are small groups of cells that can become cancerous over time. Most colon cancers are adenocarcinomas, meaning they originate in the cells that line the inside of the colon and rectum.

Several risk factors can increase the likelihood of developing colon cancer. These include:

  • Most cases occur in individuals over 50
  • A family history of colon cancer or certain genetic syndromes, such as Lynch syndrome or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), can elevate the risk.
  • Personal history
  • A diet high in red and processed meats, low in fibre
  • Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption
  • Conditions like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis

The symptoms of colon cancer can vary, but they may include:

  • Changes in bowel habits.
  • Rectal bleeding.
  • Persistent abdominal discomfort, cramps, or gas.
  • Unexplained weight loss.
  • Weakness and fatigue.
  • Iron deficiency anaemia.

If you experience any of these symptoms, especially if they persist for more than a few days or worsen, it's important to consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation.

Once diagnosed, colon cancer is staged to determine its severity and how far it has spread. Staging helps guide treatment decisions and prognosis. Stages range from 0 (early) to IV (advanced).
Regular screening tests and maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle can help prevent colon cancer.
Colon cancer is typically diagnosed through a combination of tests, including a colonoscopy, biopsy, and imaging tests.
No, not all polyps are cancerous. In fact, most polyps are benign (non- cancerous).
Yes, most polyps can often be removed during a colonoscopy, which can help prevent colon cancer.
The prognosis for patients with colon cancer tends to be better than most other cancers, with cures achieved in most patients with stage I-III and some patients even have stage IV disease.
5-year survival rates for stages I and II are more than 90%; stage III is about 70%, and stage IV is 15%. , but Overall, the five-year survival rate is around 65%.
The risk factors for rectal cancer are similar to those for colon cancer, including age, family history, and lifestyle factors.
Rectal cancer is typically diagnosed through a combination of tests, including a digital rectal examination, a colonoscopy, and imaging tests.
The treatment for rectal cancer depends on the stage of disease and may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and, most often, a combination of these treatments.
FAQs reviewed by Dr. Vivek Mangla, Director, Gastrointestinal and Hepatopancreatobiliary (GI & HPB) Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology.