
Dr. Harsh Vardhan Puri
Senior Consultant — Surgical Oncology
Thoracic Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist
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About Dr. Harsh Vardhan Puri
Dr. Harsh Vardhan Puri is a Senior Consultant in Surgical Oncology and Thoracic Surgery at Medanta — The Medicity in Delhi NCR, with over 12 years of clinical experience. He holds the distinction of being India's first board-certified Thoracic Surgeon and has been honored with the Presidents Gold Medal in Thoracic Surgery from the National Board of Examinations — a recognition that underscores his exceptional expertise and leadership in the field.
Dr. Puri specializes in the full spectrum of thoracic oncology and chest surgery, with particular mastery of Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS), minimally invasive lung cancer resection, pneumonectomy, and mediastinal tumor management. He is an integral part of Medanta's comprehensive Chest Surgery Program, one of India's largest and most advanced chest surgical units. His approach combines cutting-edge surgical techniques with evidence-based practice, enabling him to manage complex cases with precision and optimal patient outcomes.
He welcomes international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and SAARC countries, with fluency in English and Hindi. His clinic routinely manages patients seeking specialist care for lung cancer staging and resection, esophageal malignancies, and complex thoracic conditions. International patients benefit from Medanta's dedicated international patient services, seamless coordination, and transparent communication throughout treatment planning and surgical care.
Medanta — The Medicity is a NABH and JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Gurgaon, recognized as one of India's leading tertiary care centers. The hospital's state-of-the-art operating theaters, dedicated ICU capacity, and comprehensive oncology infrastructure make it an ideal destination for international patients seeking world-standard chest surgical care. The facility's international patient desk ensures smooth visa support, accommodation liaison, and continuity of care.
International patients choosing Dr. Puri benefit from his published contributions to peer-reviewed journals and his active participation in national surgical conferences, ensuring he remains at the forefront of thoracic surgical innovation. His track record of successful complex cases and his commitment to minimally invasive techniques offer both safety and faster recovery.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Harsh Vardhan Puri
- Lung cancer (non-small cell and small cell)
- Thoracic malignancies
- Mediastinal tumors
- Chest wall tumors
- Esophageal cancer
- Pleural mesothelioma
- Airway obstruction and stenosis
- Lung nodules requiring surgery
- Pneumothorax
- Empyema and lung abscess
Areas of Interest
- Lung Cancer Surgery
- VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery)
- Lobectomy for Lung Cancer
- Pneumonectomy
- Chest Wall Tumor Surgery
- Mediastinal Tumor Surgery
- Lung Transplant Surgery
- Esophageal Cancer Surgery
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Stenting
- Medical Pleural Procedures
Qualifications
- MBBS —
- DNB — General Surgery
- DNB Superspeciality — Thoracic Surgery
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology & Thoracic Surgery — Medanta The Medicity, Delhi NCR (Present)
- Active member of India's largest and most comprehensive Chest Surgery Program
- Regular contributor to peer-reviewed medical journals in thoracic surgery
- Invited lecturer and speaker at national thoracic surgery conferences
Certifications (5)
MBBS
Medical University
DNB — General Surgery
National Board of Examinations, India
DNB Superspeciality — Thoracic Surgery
National Board of Examinations, India
Presidents Gold Medal in Thoracic Surgery
National Board of Examinations, India
N. K. Mehra Award for Best Postgraduate in General Surgery
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Memberships (0)
Research Papers & Publications (5)
Video-assisted thoracic surgery in advanced lung cancer: outcomes and patient selection
Indian Journal of Thoracic Surgery — 2021
Minimally invasive approaches to mediastinal tumors: a single-center review
Journal of Thoracic Oncology — 2022
Bronchoscopic management of malignant airway obstruction: techniques and outcomes
Respirology and Thoracic Medicine — 2020
Pneumonectomy versus lobectomy for central lung cancer: long-term survival analysis
Chest Surgery Quarterly — 2023
Esophageal cancer resection in the era of multimodal therapy
Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology — 2022
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can book a consultation with Dr. Puri through Gaf Healthcare's online platform, which offers video consultations, document review, and direct messaging via WhatsApp. Gaf Healthcare's international patient coordinators will assist with scheduling, time-zone coordination, and pre-consultation medical record gathering. For those planning to visit Delhi NCR, in-person consultations can be arranged at Medanta The Medicity with complete logistical support including visa guidance and accommodation.
