Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

Thoracic (Chest) Surgeon

Director, Institute of Chest Surgery,

Chest Onco-Surgery & Lung Transplantation, Medanta Hospital

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Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

THORACIC, THORACOSCOPIC & ROBOTIC SURGEON

Dr Belal Bin Asaf is a renowned Thoracic (Chest) Surgeon and is the Director of the Institute of Chest Surgery, Chest Onco-Surgery & Lung Transplantation at Medanta Super Speciality Hospital, Noida and Medanta - The Medicity, Gurugram. The institute is the largest volume and most comprehensive chest surgery centre in the entire country with state of art facilities catering to all surgical diseases of the chest. Read more

Education & Experience:

  • Medical Degree from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, A.M.U, Aligarh
  • Master’s in Surgery (M.S. General Surgery) from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, A.M.U, Aligarh
  • Clinical Registrar, General Thoracic Surgery Unit at All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi
  • Fellow Ship in Thoracic Surgery at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, South Korea

Areas of Expertise

  • Minimally Invasive (Key-Hole) Lung Surgery
  • Surgical Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis
  • Thoracic Surgical Oncology
  • Robotic Thoracic Surgery
  • Lung Cancer

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Organs Treated by A Thoracic Surgeon

Thoracic surgeons specialize in surgical procedures involving the chest, addressing a variety of complex conditions related to the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other thoracic organs. Their expertise includes both traditional surgeries and minimally invasive techniques to improve patient outcomes.

  • Lungs
  • Wind-Pipe (Trachea and Bronchus)
  • Pleura (a thin layer that covers the lung and underside of our chest wall)
  • Mediastinum (the middle part of the chest cavity between the lungs)
  • Chest Wall
  • Diaphragm and
  • Miscellaneous other organs

Diseases Treated by Thoracic Surgeon

Thoracic (Chest) Surgeons specialize in performing surgeries on all the organs in the chest, excluding the heart and major blood vessels. This includes treating diseases affecting the lungs, windpipe (trachea and bronchus), pleura (the thin layer covering the lungs and chest wall), mediastinum (the central part of the chest cavity between the lungs), chest wall, diaphragm, and other related organs. Thoracic Surgeon is skilled in addressing these complex conditions with advanced care.

  • Lung Cancer (Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer)
  • Metastatic Lung Tumors (Tumours coming to the lungs from other cancer in the body like osteosarcoma)
  • Benign Lung Tumors (e.g., Lung Hamartomas)
  • Infectious Lung Disease (Aspergilloma – Presents as blood in cough/sputum)
  • Pulmonary Nodules
  • Pulmonary Infections (e.g., Tuberculosis, Lung Abscesses)
  • Emphysematous Lung Disease – Lung Bulla
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Emphysema (including Bullectomy for Giant Bullae)
  • Interstitial Lung Disease

  • Pleural Effusion (Malignant and Benign)
  • Pneumothorax (Primary and Secondary)
  • Empyema
  • Pleural Tumors (e.g., Mesothelioma)
  • Pleural Thickening and Fibrosis

  • Thymoma
  • Thymic Carcinoma
  • Mediastinal Cysts (e.g., Bronchogenic, Pericardial, Enteric)
  • Germ Cell Tumors
  • Neurogenic Tumors
  • Lymphoma
  • Thyroid Masses extending into the mediastinum

  • Chest Wall Tumors (e.g., Sarcomas, Chondrosarcomas)
  • Chest Wall Deformities (e.g., Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum)
  • Rib Fractures and Flail Chest
  • Sternum Fractures

  • Tracheal Tumors (e.g., Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma)
  • Tracheal Stenosis (Narrowing of the trachea)
  • Mediastinal Cysts (e.g., Bronchogenic, Pericardial, Enteric)
  • Bronchial Tumors (Carcinoids and other Intra Bronchial tumours (within the lumen of the airway))
  • Tracheomalacia and Bronchomalacia

  • Diaphragmatic Hernias (e.g., Congenital, Hiatal, Traumatic)
  • Diaphragmatic Paralysis

  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Benign Esophageal Tumors
  • Esophageal Diverticula (e.g., Zenker’s Diverticulum)
  • Achalasia
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Esophageal Perforation
  • Barrett's Esophagus

  • Fungal Infections (Lung Mucormycosis, Aspergilloma)
  • Mycobacterial Infections (e.g., Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria)

  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
  • Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
  • Hemoptysis
  • Thoracic Trauma (e.g., Penetrating and Blunt Trauma)

Procedures Performed by a Chest Surgeon

    Minimally Invasive and Advanced Procedures
  • Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) for Lung Cancer, VATS Lobectomy for benign lung diseases, Empyema, Aspergilloma, Recurrent Pneumothorax, Sweaty hands, Lung Nodules, Lung Biopsy
  • Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery – Robotic Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma, Robotic Lobectomy for Lung Cancer, Robotic Mediastinal Tumour Surgery, Robotic Esophagectomy for Lung Cancer, Robotic Diaphragmatic surgery for Diaphragmatic Hernia and Diaphragmatic Eventration.
  • Complex Open Surgeries – for invasive and advanced tumours of the chest.

Why Choose Dr. Belal Bin Asaf for Thoracic (Chest) Surgery?

  • Expertise in Minimally Invasive Surgery

    With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Belal Bin Asaf is a leader in Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS), offering patients smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery.

  • Pioneering Robotic Surgery

    Dr. Belal Bin Asaf utilises advanced robotic technology for thoracic surgery, providing enhanced precision and better outcomes through state-of-the-art techniques.

  • Comprehensive and Collaborative Care

    Working with a multidisciplinary team, Dr. Belal Bin Asaf ensures personalised treatment plans and holistic care from diagnosis to recovery.

  • Proven Track Record

    Dr. Belal Bin Asaf has a history of successful surgeries across a range of thoracic conditions, including lung cancer, thymoma, and chest wall tumors.

  • Dedication to Patient Education

    Dr. Belal Bin Asaf empowers patients with clear explanations of diagnoses and treatments, fostering informed and confident decision-making.

    Choosing Dr. Belal Bin Asaf means opting for expertise, innovation, and compassionate care in thoracic surgery.

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