Dr. Pallavi Purwar

Senior Consultant Moolchand - Thoracic surgery

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (General Surgery) , DNB (Thoracic Surgery)

13 Years

1,650

My Clinic Timings

Delhi

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My Profile

Short Description

We are excited to introduce Dr. Pallavi Purwar, a highly skilled Thoracic Surgeon with extensive expertise in treating chest diseases, including those affecting the lungs, esophagus.

About me

Dr. Pallavi Purwar is a highly accomplished Thoracic Surgeon with advanced expertise in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases involving the lungs, esophagus, pleura, and mediastinum. With strong academic training, extensive research experience, and years of specialised thoracic surgical practice, she is recognised for managing both complex chest diseases and advanced thoracic conditions with precision and compassion.

Her clinical work spans a broad spectrum of thoracic disorders, including lung cancer, esophageal tumors, bronchiectasis, thymoma, post-tuberculosis lung damage, and other chronic respiratory and chest conditions that may require expert surgical intervention. She is committed to evidence-based treatment planning, detailed evaluation, and personalised patient care from diagnosis through recovery.

Dr. Pallavi Purwar believes that thoracic surgery is not only about technical excellence, but also about clear communication, ethical decision-making, and helping patients feel informed and reassured during what can often be a stressful journey. Her approach combines modern surgical standards with empathy, honesty, and long-term follow-up.

At moolchand, her focus remains on delivering advanced thoracic care with safety, clarity, and the highest level of commitment to patient outcomes.

Medical expertise

Thoracic Surgery Advanced surgical management of diseases affecting the chest cavity, including the lungs, esophagus, pleura, mediastinum, and chest wall. | Lung Cancer Surgery Surgical treatment for early and selected advanced-stage lung cancers, with a focus on accurate staging, safe resection, and long-term oncological outcomes. | Esophageal Tumors Evaluation and surgical management of benign and malignant esophageal growths, including complex esophageal cancer cases requiring multimodality planning. | Bronchiectasis Treatment Management of severe or recurrent bronchiectasis, especially in patients with chronic infections, repeated hospitalisations, or localised lung damage requiring surgical intervention. | Tuberculosis & Post-TB Sequelae Treatment of structural lung damage caused by previous tuberculosis, including destroyed lung, recurrent infections, hemoptysis, fibrosis, and other long-term chest complications. | Thymoma & Mediastinal Tumors Diagnosis and treatment of tumors arising in the mediastinum, including thymoma and other anterior, middle, or posterior mediastinal masses. | Complex Chest Infections Surgical and multidisciplinary care for chronic chest infections, empyema, infected cavities, and other complicated thoracic conditions not responding to medical treatment alone. | Pleural Diseases Management of pleural effusion, pleural thickening, pleural infection, and other pleural disorders requiring detailed evaluation or surgical management. | Chronic Respiratory Disorders Requiring Surgical Review Assessment of patients with long-standing chest disease where surgery may improve symptoms, control infection, or prevent disease progression. | Thoracic Oncosurgery Comprehensive surgical care for cancers of the chest, with emphasis on evidence-based planning, functional preservation, and recovery-focused treatment pathways. | Minimally Invasive Thoracic Procedures Use of modern thoracic surgical techniques, wherever appropriate, to reduce pain, shorten hospital stay, and support faster recovery. | Multidisciplinary Thoracic Care Integrated treatment planning for complex thoracic conditions in coordination with pulmonology, oncology, radiology, pathology, and critical care teams.

My education and training

MBBS	Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi University, 2008
MS (General Surgery)	POSTGRADUATE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, CHANDIGARH, 2011
DNB (General Surgery)	National Borad of Examinations Ministry of Health Government of India, 2012
DNB (Thoracic Surgery)	Doctorate

My publications and papers

Differential diagnosis of lung cancer, metastasis and COPD using serum VEGF, IL-8, and MMP-9 – Scientific Reports, 2016
Prognostic value of lymph node counts in operable esophageal cancer – Annals of Thoracic Surgery, 2014
Multimodality treatment of esophageal cancer – Indian Journal of Surgery, 2014
Management of small cell carcinoma of the esophagus – Annals of Thoracic Surgery, 2015
Presence of live Mycobacterium tuberculosis in resected lung specimens – Research Study
Post-esophagectomy chylothorax: incidence, risk factors and outcomes – Research Study
Arginine supplementation in lung resection surgery – Randomised Study
Preparedness for establishing COVID-19 services during the pandemic – Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, 2021
Prognosis of metastasis by age and serum analytes – Translational Oncology
Singla N, Saini JK, Purwar P, Yadav P, Gupta A, Dewan RK Prognosis of metastasis based on age and serum analytes after follow-up of non-metastatic lung cancer patients. Translational oncology
HPV transmission among adolescent girls in rural Maharashtra – Indian Journal of Cancer
Menstrual pad-based cervical cancer screening – European Journal of Cancer Prevention, 2018

My awards and accomplishments

First Runner-up – PGC Master Cup, Team Asia, ESTS Conference, Dublin (2019)
Young Investigator Award – NALCCON Patna (2018)
Young Investigator Award – NALCCON Patna (2015)
First Prize, Oral Presentation – Indian Cancer Congress (2013)
First Prize, Poster Presentation – NALCCON Kolkata (2015)
Second Prize, Oral Presentation – NALCCON Patna (2018)
Second Prize, Quiz – AIIMS, Contemporary Practices in Surgery (2018)

What I'd like to tell my patients

Patients trust Dr. Pallavi Purwar for compassionate, precise, and thoughtful care in thoracic surgery and chest disease management:

✓ Experienced in managing complex thoracic conditions including lung cancer, chest tumors, esophageal growths, post-TB lung complications, and bronchiectasis
✓ Believes every patient deserves clarity, reassurance, and careful guidance throughout treatment
✓ Focuses on detailed diagnosis and personalised treatment planning
✓ Explains all available options clearly before recommending any procedure
✓ Recommends surgery only when it is medically appropriate and truly beneficial
✓ Gives importance to safety, suitability, and long-term recovery outcomes
✓ Considers minimally invasive treatment options wherever appropriate
✓ Supports patients through diagnosis, surgery, and recovery with confidence and care

Recommendations

Rating by Misbah shams

Dr. Pallavi is an outstanding thoracic surgeon, blending expertise with genuine compassion. Her clear explanations and personalized care made me feel completely reassured. Thank you, Dr. Pallavi, for your exceptional care!