Dr D'Cruz

Dr. D'Cruz is a renowned global leader, clinician, researcher, and educator in the field of Head and Neck Oncology. With over 33 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
• DNB in Surgical Oncology

Professional Experience:

• Director Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres
• Director, Tata Memorial Hospital
• Chief of Head Neck Services, Tata Memorial Hospital
• President, Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)
• Leadership positions and board memberships in numerous professional organizations, universities, and cancer institutions

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

Fellowships:

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