Dr. Amita Naithani
Snapshot Highlights
- Sr. Consultant in Gynae Oncology
- Specialist in complicated cytoreductive ovarian surgery with HIPEC & HITHOC
- Expert in Radical hysterectomy (open and robotic)
- DaVinci Certified Robotic Console Surgeon
- Over 10 years of experience at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Delhi
Professional Journey
Dr. Amita Naithani is a distinguished Gynae Oncologist with extensive experience and a specialized focus on complex surgical interventions for gynecological cancers. Her practice is dedicated to providing advanced care for patients, particularly in the areas of complicated cytoreductive ovarian surgery, incorporating HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) and HITHOC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) techniques. She has cultivated a deep expertise in performing radical hysterectomy, utilizing both traditional open surgical methods and state-of-the-art robotic approaches.
Her career includes a significant tenure of over a decade as a Gynecologic Oncology Consultant at the renowned Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute in Delhi. Prior to this, Dr. Naithani honed her skills at leading medical centers such as Max Cancer Centre and Super Specialty Hospital in Shalimar Bagh. Early in her career, she gained foundational experience at esteemed institutions like Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and Jaipur Golden Hospital in Delhi, building a robust platform for her specialization.
Qualifications and Certifications
Dr. Naithani’s academic foundation is exceptionally strong, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of obstetrics and gynecology, further refined by specialized training in gynecologic oncology. Her qualifications include:
- MBBS from Lady Hardinge Medical College & Kalawati Saran Children’s Hospital, Delhi
- DGO from Lady Hardinge Medical College & Kalawati Saran Children’s Hospital, Delhi
- DNB in Obstetrics & Gynecology from DNB (St. Stephens’ Hospital, Delhi)
- Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology from Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Delhi
- Certification as a Robotic Console Surgeon (Intuitive) from Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Delhi
Clinical Expertise and Procedures
Dr. Naithani is highly proficient in a range of advanced gynecological oncology procedures. Her expertise encompasses:
- Complicated cytoreductive ovarian surgery with HIPEC & HITHOC
- Radical hysterectomy (open and robotic approaches)
- Robotic console surgery (DaVinci Certified)
- Radical Vulvectomy
- Inguinal node dissection surgery
Honors and Achievements
Dr. Naithani’s contributions to the field have been recognized through various accolades, highlighting her commitment to advancing gynecologic oncology care and research:
- Gold Medal in Oral Presentation at the Association of Gynaecologists of Delhi (AOGD) 2012 for her work on “Paps smear Relevance Today.”
- First prize in poster presentation at AGOICON 2012 for a “Comparative Study between Robotic Versus Open Radical Hysterectomy.”
- Second prize in poster presentation at AOGD 2015 for a rare case report on “Invasive Lobular Carcinoma breast with solitary metastasis to uterine leiomyoma.”
Professional Affiliations
A dedicated member of numerous prestigious medical societies, Dr. Naithani actively participates in the exchange of knowledge and best practices within the gynecologic oncology community:
- Life Member, Association of Gynaecologic Infections & Neoplasia (AOGIN) India
- Life Member, Association of Gynaeoncology of India (AGOI)
- Life Member, Association of Gynaecological Robotic Surgeons (AGRS)
- Member, American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- Member, International Gynaeoncology Cancer Society (IGCS/ESGO)
- Life Member, Association of Gynaecologists of Delhi & FOGSI
- Executive Member, Oncology Subcommittee of AOGD
Contributions to Medical Literature
Dr. Naithani has authored and co-authored several significant publications in peer-reviewed journals, contributing valuable insights to the field of gynecologic oncology:
- Indian Journal of Gynecologic Oncology (2020)
- Journal of Gynecologic Surgery (Volume 37, Number 1, 2021)
- Journal of Gynecologic Surgery (Volume 37, Number 3, 2021)
- “Differentiating Recurrence in Ovarian Cancer from Second Primary: A Case Report” – Indian Journal of Cancer (IJC_76_21)
- “A Rare Occurrence in Early Stage Endometrial Carcinoma – A Case Report” – Clinical Oncology Case Reports Journal (COCR-21-32015)
- “Robotic Radical Hysterectomy Vs Open Radical Hysterectomy for Cervical Cancer – A Single Centre Experience from India” – Journal of Robotic Surgery