Dr. Pawan Gupta

Dr. Pawan Gupta is a trusted Senior Surgical Oncologist, social activist, and author, engaged in creating awareness and changing the way cancer is perceived in society. He is a renowned transformational speaker on cancer chronic diseases and lifestyle specifically tobacco. Thousands have benefitted from his workshops, seminars, camps, and training programs. He has been featured in Buzz Creator and on many channels on TV.
He is the Founder of ICanCare, an Innovative enterprise for Cancer Care and Rehabilitation. Working extensively in Tobacco Cessation data-driven protocol-based intervention through a network of Specialists and experts on ICanCaRe APP, Virtual Clinics, and ICanCaRe National Quitline. National Convenor for Tobacco Cessation courses for the first time in India introduced under Gujarat University
His populist campaigns “WIN OVER CANCER”, “SAVE the Youth – Win over tobacco”, “Chota Daana”, “Catch them Early”, and “My Hygiene My Responsibility” has gained him wide accolades.
In his mission to win over cancer, he has a unique methodological approach to quitting tobacco. The book WIN OVER TOBACCO – MADE EASY is a step-by-step guide for tobacco addicts to overcome their cravings. The Book had more than 10000 Downloads within 30 Days of being made available.
He received the prestigious ICD International Award in 2007, Vivekananda Sister Margarette Award 2017 and Delhi NGO leadership Award 2017, AIECS award 2018, Asia Africa Leadership in Social Innovation 2019, MICC Innovation Award 2019, Rashtriya Prabasi Odia Paribar Award 2019.
Professionally he has conducted more than 11000 cancer surgeries and was a pioneer in establishing and modernizing surgical oncology in some of the major hospitals in Delhi NCR.
He did his graduation and post-graduation from SCB Medical College, Cuttack. He enhanced his surgical skills M.Ch and Fellowship in Surgical Oncology from Gujarat Cancer Research Institute (GCRI), Ahmedabad.
He has held several positions during his career in various hospitals. Dr. Pawan has published 30 papers in National and International journals and is actively involved in several research projects. He is an active member of the Telemedicine Society of India, India Association of Surgical Oncology, Association of Surgeons of India, and Foundation for Head and Neck Oncology. He is seen as a mentor of strayed souls, and a soothing balm to those tormented by cancer.

Doctors Resistance to quit tobacco

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40726696 Citation – Gupta P, Garg S, Singh R, Bhattacharya S. An online survey of doctor’s willingness to quit tobacco in India. J Family Med Prim Care. 2025 Jun;14(6):2313-2317. doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1096_24. Epub 2025 Jun 30. PMID: 40726696; PMCID: PMC12296327. An online survey of doctor’s willingness to quit tobacco in India” published in the Journal of […]

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SMOKE TO SCIENCE – QUITTING IS REAL

Event Report: NoSmok Webinar – From Smoke to Science: Modern Tools for a Tobacco-Free Future Date: 25th September 2025Time: 03:30 PM ISTOrganized by: JB Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Speaker: Prof. (Dr.) Pawan Gupta, Senior Director – Surgical Oncology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali & Founder, ICanCaRe A Global Movement Towards Tobacco-Free Living Tobacco remains the world’s leading preventable

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Suture Skill Lab 2.1 : From Practice to Precision

On Sunday, 31st August 25, ICanCare Academy in collaboration with Jn𝗝 𝗘𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗔𝗫 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 successfully conducted Suture Skill Lab 2.1, an intensive hands-on training session focused on enhancing surgical suturing techniques. 🔹 Participants: 38 enthusiastic trainees🔹 Highlights: 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Course Directors: 🩺 Proctors & Mentors:Dr. Manoj Johar • Dr. Riya Agarwal

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Vision Meets Action: ICanCaRe & Christ University Join Hands for a Tobacco-Free Tomorrow

Vision Meets Action: ICanCaRe & Christ University Join Hands for a Tobacco-Free Tomorrow Date of Signing: 11 August 2025Venue: CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Delhi-NCR CampusSignatories: Where Vision Meets Purpose — Project UMEED Begins a New Chapter “Leadership shapes culture. Culture saves lives.” On 11th August 2025, a significant stride was taken in the fight

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Project UMEED – A Hope to Live

Project UMEED – A Hope to Live Christ University, Ghaziabad | 11 August 2025 “When you empower the youth, you secure the future.” The vibrant halls of Christ University’s Main Auditorium came alive on 11 August 2025 with the launch of Project UMEED – A Hope to Live, an inspiring initiative aimed at saving our

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Join SUTURE SKILL LAB 2.1 – HANDS ON dated 31.08.2025

Join SUTURE SKILL LAB 2.1 – *Master Surgical Suturing and knots.Practical Hands on Training DATE: 31st August 2025 9:00 – 4:30 PMVenue: Conference Hall Service floor, MAX Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali Pre- registration Compulsory – https://forms.gle/5Jdqu2N2B2uf7Wj59 Course Curriculum – https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ttSO9sYM47fIOSL7zNi6aKlWXC7_XxMcRbvj1q7jf7M/edit?usp=sharingRegistration fees: Rs. 800/- (Students – Rs. 450/-) + GSTLimited Seats: 60 seats only Payment link

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ADIRA 3.0 Resilience and Innovation

ADIRA 3.0 Resilience and Innovation ICanCare – Innovative Cancer Care and Rehabilitation Adira 3.0: A Launch that Echoed Empowerment, Purpose, and National Impact ICanCare | 20th July 2025 What does it mean to empower? For some, it’s about giving a voice. For others, it’s about igniting change. But for Sonal Bhatia, it’s about creating a

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CANCER WINNER ANJU – SURPRISE WITH BOOSTERS

Meet Anju Sanjay Agarwal – Cancer Winner & Immunity Warrior! What they did will surprise you! “Can a fight against cancer spark a mission to keep others healthy?” This Doctors’ Day, I met Anju Sanjay Agarwal, a true cancer winner who’s turning her victory into a gift for us all — homemade Chyawanprash from a

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“Crop Protection Chemicals and Cancer” – TOBACCO the killer

ACTIVITY REPORT One Day International Seminar on “Crop Protection Chemicals and Cancer” Venue: Dr. Ramalingaswamy Board Room, AIIMS, New Delhi Date: 5th June 2025 Time: 09:30 AM – 05:15 PM Organized By: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) In collaboration with Dhanuka Agritech Ltd Chief

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