Dr. D'Cruz is a renowned global leader, clinician, researcher, and educator in the field of Head and Neck Oncology. With over 35 years of experience in cancer care, he has held leadership positions in prestigious institutions and organizations, contributing significantly to cancer research, patient care, and medical education.

Educational Qualifications:

• MS (Master of Surgery)​
• DNB (Diplomate of National Board)​
• Honorary FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, London)

Professional Experience:

• Director, Oncology Services – Surgical Oncology at Apollo Cancer Centres​
• Senior Consultant at Apollo Cancer Centre, Mumbai​
• President of the Union International for Cancer Control (UICC), headquartered in Geneva​
• Former Director and Chief of Head Neck Services at Tata Memorial Hospital

Notable Achievements:

• President of UICC, the largest global cancer organization
• First Indian to hold the position of UICC President
• Landmark contributions to neck node management in oral cancers, recognized by ASCO and published in the New England Journal of Medicine
• Extensive research on curcumin usage and molecular cytogenetic studies in oral cancers
• Awarded Honorary FRCS by the Royal College of Surgeons, London
• Author of over 250 peer-reviewed publications and chapters
• Delivering more than 500 invited lectures and numerous named lectures and orations.

Professional Memberships:

• Indian Society Oncology
• Association of Surgeons of India
• Indian Society of Surgical Oncology
• Asian Society Head and Neck Oncology (Ex-President)
• Foundation Head and Neck Oncology (Ex-President)

Fellowships:

• Honorary FRCS (Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, London)