Emergency ()
Dr. Sheikh Zahoor Ahmad - Associate Director

Dr. Sheikh Zahoor Ahmad

Associate Director - Surgical Oncology

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Surgical Oncology)

Paras Health Srinagar
About Sheikh Zahoor Ahmad

Dr. Sheikh Zahoor Ahmad is a prominent figure in Surgical Oncology, currently serving as the Associate Director at cancer centre, Paras Health in Srinagar. He completed his MBBS from Government Medical College (GMC) and went on to pursue MS in General Surgery from SKIMS, followed by a DNB in Surgical Oncology from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. He did a fellowship in Thoracic Onco Surgery at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. With over 12 years of extensive experience, Dr. Zahoor has served as both a professor and an Onco Surgeon at SKIMS, Soura, where he played a crucial role in establishing the Department of Surgical Oncology. His dedication to advancing patient care is evident in his commitment to integrating the latest medical advancements into his practice.

He has authored and published clinical books and journals in the field of surgical oncology and has also published around 50 research papers in national and international forums.

Dr. Zahoor has a special interest in treating malignancies of the gastrointestinal tract, thoracic region, gynaecological areas, as well as skin and soft tissue tumors. His compassionate and innovative approach has made him a respected leader in the field of oncology.

 

Area of Expertise:

  • Treatment for Breast Cancers
  • Gastrointestinal Oncology
  • Gynaecological Cancers
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Thoracic Malignancies
  • Urological Cancers

 

Area of Interest:

  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Gynaecological Cancers
  • Breast Cancers
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Thoracic Malignancies

 

Qualifications: 

  • MBBS-Government Medical College, Srinagar, 2003
  • MS- General Surgery, SKIMS, Soura, 2007
  • DNB- Surgical Oncology, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham/ NBE, New Delhi, 2011

 

Fellowship:

  • Fellowship in Thoracic Onco-surgery-Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, 2012

 

Working Experience: 

He has a more than 12 years of experience in the field of surgical oncology as a professor as well as an Onco Surgeon. He has worked in prestigious institution like SKIMS, Soura, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai and Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kerala.

 

Awards & Achievement:

  • Adjudged 2nd best poster paper for “Is Hysterectomy needed in Ovarian Cancer?” in AGOICON 2009, XVIII annual conference of association of Gynaecologic oncologists of India, held in Ludhiana, Punjab, India in November 2009.

 

Professional Membership

  • Life Member of Indian Association for Cancer Research
  • Life Member of Association of Surgeons of India
  • Life Member of Indian Association of Surgical Oncology
  • Life Member of Indian Society of Oncology
SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday

No Slots Available. Click Here to Get an Instant Call-back!

Wellness Blogs
What is Thyroid? Symptoms of Thyroid Imbalance
The thyroid gland controls metabolism and energy levels. Thyroid issues like hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are common in young women, caused by stress, poor diet, and environmental factors. Lifestyle changes, proper nutrition, and expert care are key. Contact Paras Health for thyroid treatment.
Continue Reading
Asthma – All About Asthma, Causes, Treatment & Preventing Steps
Asthma is actually a very common but serious disorder that obstructs the airflow through the lungs and the airways and makes breathing hard, especially during an asthma attack. 
Continue Reading
What is Asthma? Understanding the Basics of Respiratory Disease
Get expert help for asthma at Paras Health. From causes and symptoms to advanced treatment, we offer complete respiratory care solutions.
Continue Reading
Diabetes - A Deep-dive into Diabetes, Symptoms and Preventive Measures
Diabetes is a lifestyle disease. Owing to sedentary lifestyle, poor health habits, lack of movement in everyday life gradually compounds to predisposition of Diabetes. There are a few terms one should get acquainted with before trying to understand Diabetes at large.
Continue Reading
Breast Cancer - Types, Symptoms, Causes, Stages & Treatment
Breast cancer is one of the most life-altering cancers in the world. A lot of women globally gets impact with breast cancer. Contrary to popular belief, a lot of men too suffer from breast cancer but majorly it has been reported amongst women.
Continue Reading
How to Navigate Brain Stroke – Brain Stroke Symptoms, Brain Stroke Management
Stroke is one of the fourth leading cause of disability and death in India. It impacts people across genders and ages. Owing to ever-changing lifestyle habits and environment factors, individuals are now more prone to diseases.
Continue Reading
View all Blogs