Dr. Asit Arora is a globally recognised GI & HPB Surgical Oncologist and Clinical Lead at Apollo Hospital and Apollo Athenaa Women's Cancer Centre located in Delhi, with over two decades of experience in treating complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers. He has successfully managed thousands of patients with cancers of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, colon and rectum, and is known for his expertise in radical oncologic resections and complex abdominal surgeries.
A pioneer in robotic-assisted and advanced minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Arora combines precision technology with evidence-based care to deliver safer procedures, faster recovery and superior outcomes. He also leads high-volume programmes in peritoneal surface malignancies, including HIPEC and PIPEC, and has specialised expertise in neuroendocrine tumours and rare abdominal cancers.
His association significantly strengthens Athenaa’s comprehensive oncology offering, bringing advanced GI and HPB surgical capabilities under its multidisciplinary framework. With his global academic exposure, leadership experience and commitment to patient-centric care, Dr. Arora enhances Athenaa’s ability to deliver world-class, technology-driven cancer treatment with compassion and precision.
Robotic and advanced minimally invasive oncologic surgery
Cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC and PIPEC for peritoneal malignancies
Neuroendocrine tumours (GEP-NETs)
Rare abdominal cancers
Locally advanced and recurrent gastrointestinal cancers
Multidisciplinary, evidence-based surgical oncology
MBBS
MS – General Surgery
M.Ch. – Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Dr. Asit Arora is a globally recognised GI & HPB Surgical Oncologist and Clinical Lead at Apollo Hospital and Apollo Athenaa Women's Cancer Centre located in Delhi, with over two decades of experience in treating complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers. He has successfully managed thousands of patients with cancers of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, colon and rectum, and is known for his expertise in radical oncologic resections and complex abdominal surgeries.
A pioneer in robotic-assisted and advanced minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Arora combines precision technology with evidence-based care to deliver safer procedures, faster recovery and superior outcomes. He also leads high-volume programmes in peritoneal surface malignancies, including HIPEC and PIPEC, and has specialised expertise in neuroendocrine tumours and rare abdominal cancers.
His association significantly strengthens Athenaa’s comprehensive oncology offering, bringing advanced GI and HPB surgical capabilities under its multidisciplinary framework. With his global academic exposure, leadership experience and commitment to patient-centric care, Dr. Arora enhances Athenaa’s ability to deliver world-class, technology-driven cancer treatment with compassion and precision.
Pride of Indian Healthcare Award (2025) – Indian Express Health Conclave
Oncosurgeon of the Year – North India (2022) – ET Healthcare Awards
Recipient of ICMR Young Scientist
International Travel Award and ENETS Travel Fellowship (Barcelona, Spain)
Author of 50+ peer-reviewed publications and contributor to the Textbook of Surgical Gastroenterology (Gallbladder Cancer) and multiple chapters in medical textbooks
Regular international faculty and speaker at global conferences in Tokyo, Paris, Venice, and São Paulo
Keynote Speaker at national specialty conferences across India to share surgical expertise
