Received the prestigious "Padma Shri" Award from the President of India in 2009 for his exceptional contributions to the field of medicine. (2009)
Specializations and Expertise:
Expertise in Organ-Specific Cancer Treatment.
Specializations in the treatment of Leukemias, Solid Tumors, and Lymphomas.
Qualifications
D.M. (Medical Oncology) from Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai in 19931993
M.D. (General Medicine) from Govt. Medical College, Jammu in 19891989
M.B.B.S. from Govt. Medical College, Jammu in 19841984
Career Highlights:
Pioneered the first 25 bone marrow transplants in the region.
Renowned for organizing numerous seminars, workshops, and conferences.
Professional Achievements:
Dr. Ashok K. Vaid is a certified Medical Oncologist with over 30 years of clinical expertise.
He initiated one of North India's largest Stem Cell Transplant programs in the private sector.
Currently holds the position of Chairman, Medical Oncology and Hematology, and Stem Cell Transplant at the Medanta Cancer Institute in Gurugram, India.
Areas of Specialization:
Cancer Genomics
Immunotherapy Guidance
Precision Onco-therapeutics
Dendritic Cell Therapy
Stem Cell Transplant
Research and Publications:
Dr. Vaid is a prolific author with several peer-reviewed articles to his name.
Actively participates in clinical research and has served as Principal Investigator in over 50 international and national studies.
Teaching and Academic Roles:
Registered as a postgraduate teacher with the National Board of Examinations.
Serves as a university examiner for super-specialty courses in Medical Oncology.