Spica Healthcare β€” Unit of Grover Hospital, Bathinda
Advanced Surgical Protocol

Esophageal Cancer Treatment

Evidence-based clinical protocol featuring sub-millimeter surgical precision, modular bio-compatible implants, Class-100 HEPA laminar flow suites, and fast-track rehabilitation at Grover Hospital, Bathinda.

15,000+Complex Surgeries
95%+Limb Salvage Benchmark
<0.3%Infection Rate Benchmark
100%Director-Led OPD & Surgeries
CROSS Protocol & Adjuvant NivolumabDirector's Signature Surgical Protocol

Comprehensive Multimodal Esophageal Cancer Oncology

CROSS Neoadjuvant Chemoradiation, MIE & Adjuvant Nivolumab

Dr. Neha Gupta delivers comprehensive multimodal treatment for Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Adenocarcinoma. Utilizing the evidence-based CROSS Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy protocol (Carboplatin-Paclitaxel + concurrent radiation) or perioperative FLOT chemotherapy for GE junction adenocarcinoma, minimally invasive thoracoscopic/laparoscopic esophagectomy (MIE McKeown or Ivor-Lewis), and breakthrough Adjuvant Nivolumab Immunotherapy (CheckMate-577 protocol doubling disease-free survival in residual disease), swallowing function and overall cure rates are substantially improved.

CROSS Neoadjuvant Chemoradiation: High pathologic complete response (pCR) rate shrinking tumors before surgery
CheckMate-577 Adjuvant Immunotherapy: 1 year of Nivolumab doubling disease-free survival in resected patients
Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy (MIE): Keyhole chest and abdominal access reducing pulmonary complications
Palliative Esophageal Stenting: Self-expanding metal stents providing immediate relief for severe dysphagia

Lead Operating Specialists (1)

Specialist directors and senior surgeons performing this procedure.

Dr. Neha Gupta - Clinical Director & Senior Medical Oncologist

Dr. Neha Gupta

Senior Consultant & Clinical Director β€” Medical Oncology

13+ Years Clinical Exp

Grover Hospital BathindaView Profile

Clinical Indications (Who Requires This Procedure?)

Primary clinical criteria and symptoms that indicate the need for this procedure.

Newly diagnosed squamous cell carcinoma or adenocarcinoma of the middle/lower esophagus or GE junction.
Locally advanced resectable esophageal cancer requiring neoadjuvant CROSS chemoradiation or FLOT.
Post-surgical esophageal cancer patients with residual pathologic disease requiring adjuvant Nivolumab.
Progressive dysphagia (difficulty swallowing solids then liquids) or food sticking sensation in the chest.

Step-by-Step Surgical Patient Journey

What happens before, during, and immediately after the procedure at Grover Hospital.

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Endoscopy Biopsy & PET-CT Staging

Upper GI endoscopy with multiple biopsies, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and whole-body FDG PET-CT scan.

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Neoadjuvant CROSS Chemoradiation

5 weeks of neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (CROSS regimen) with enteral nutritional optimization.

3

Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy

Minimally invasive thoracoscopic and laparoscopic esophagectomy with gastric conduit reconstruction.

4

Adjuvant Immunotherapy & Follow-Up

Adjuvant Nivolumab immunotherapy (CheckMate-577) and long-term dietary oncology surveillance.

Recovery & Rehabilitation Milestones

Expected healing trajectory, weight-bearing timeline, and return-to-activity guide.

Phase 1: Diagnostic Staging & PET-CT

Upper GI endoscopy biopsy, contrast CT neck/thorax/abdomen, whole-body PET-CT, and nutritional staging.

Day 1 – 7

Phase 2: Neoadjuvant Chemoradiation

Neoadjuvant chemoradiation (CROSS protocol) in Daycare suite with feeding jejunostomy nutritional support.

Month 1 – 2

Phase 3: Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy

Minimally invasive McKeown/Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy with thoracic/abdominal recovery in ICU.

Month 3 – 4

Phase 4: Adjuvant IO & Remission

Adjuvant Nivolumab immunotherapy (if residual tumor), dietary optimization, and regular PET surveillance.

Month 5 – Long Term

Clinical Infrastructure & Technology Suite

High-definition glimpse into our surgical suites, robotic systems, and patient facilities at Grover Hospital, Bathinda.

ISO Class-100 Laminar Airflow Operation Theatres
Zero-Infection OT

ISO Class-100 Laminar Airflow Operation Theatres

Positive-pressure ultra-clean surgical suites with 99.97% HEPA filtration for joint & tumor surgery.

3D Computer-Navigated Robotic Surgical Suite
3D Robotics & Navigation

3D Computer-Navigated Robotic Surgical Suite

Intraoperative optical tracking ensuring 0.1mm alignment accuracy and negative oncological margins.

In-Hospital Physical Rehabilitation & Gait Clinic
Fast-Track Rehab

In-Hospital Physical Rehabilitation & Gait Clinic

Dedicated post-op recovery gym equipped for Day-1 walking, CPM passive motion, and balance conditioning.

Spica Healthcare & Grover Hospital Main Campus
Main Facility

Spica Healthcare & Grover Hospital Main Campus

Modern multi-speciality tertiary surgical institute with 24/7 emergency trauma ICU on GT Road, Bathinda.

Verified Patient Outcomes

Real recoveries treated by our surgical directors.

β˜… 4.9 / 5.0

"Targeted PARP Inhibitors and Complete Remission with Dr. Neha Gupta"

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"After completing ovarian cancer chemotherapy, genetic testing by Dr. Neha Gupta revealed a BRCA gene mutation. She placed me on oral Olaparib maintenance tablets at home. My CA-125 is completely normal at 8 U/mL and my scans show zero evidence of disease after 2 years!"

β€” Paramjit Kaur (Faridkot)Case Study β†’

"Instant Sciatica Nerve Relief Through 16mm Keyhole Micro-Endoscopic Surgery"

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"An L5-S1 disc herniation caused shooting electric pain down my left leg, leaving me unable to stand straight for 2 months. Dr. Deepak Garg performed Micro-Endoscopic Discectomy through a 16mm keyhole port without any spinal fusion or screws. The shooting pain disappeared immediately upon waking up, and I was discharged the next morning!"

β€” Rajesh Kumar (Bathinda)Case Study β†’

Why Choose Spica Healthcare for Esophageal Cancer Treatment?

Tertiary hospital surgical expertise combined with 100% cashless insurance support at Grover Hospital, Bathinda.

Multidisciplinary Care

Integrated tumor board consensus uniting surgical and medical oncology for every case.

Organ-Sparing Surgery

State-of-the-art organ-preserving and limb-salvage surgical oncological resection.

Personalized Chemotherapy & Biologics

Adjuvant, neoadjuvant, and palliative systemic therapies tailored to disease biology.

Ayushman & Cashless Support

100% cashless treatment pre-authorization under PM-JAY and all leading insurance TPAs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (the CROSS protocol: 5 weeks of weekly low-dose chemotherapy + targeted radiation) shrinks the esophageal tumor away from vital structures in the chest, eliminates microscopic cells in the blood, and significantly improves the likelihood of a complete cure.

First Visit Checklist: Essential Documents to Bring

Please bring the following records so our surgical team can evaluate Esophageal Cancer Treatment candidacy in one visit:

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Original Biopsy, Histopathology, and NGS Genomic Profiling reports
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Latest Whole-Body PET-CT scan films and DICOM CD discs
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Recent Complete Blood Count (CBC), LFT, and Kidney Function (KFT) blood reports

Book Consultation

Dr. Neha Gupta

Consultation Feeβ‚Ή500
100% Cashless & Ayushman Empanelled

All surgeries, modular titanium implants, and hospital admissions covered under PM-JAY and major private insurance TPAs.

Director-Led Clinical Breakthroughs

Signature Surgical Innovations & Techniques

Proprietary surgical methodologies and precision protocols pioneered by our senior directors to minimize trauma, protect natural anatomy, and accelerate recovery.

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Comprehensive Bone Cancer Oncology & Limb Preservation
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95%+ Limb Salvage & MAP Chemotherapy
Multidisciplinary Limb Salvage, MAP Chemotherapy & Modular Megaprosthetics

Comprehensive Bone Cancer Oncology & Limb Preservation

Dr. Deepak Garg (Orthopaedic Surgical Oncology - RGCI Delhi Trained) and Dr. Neha Gupta (Medical Oncology) co-lead the Bone Cancer & Sarcoma Center at Spica Healthcare. Integrating intensive multi-agent neoadjuvant chemotherapy protocols (MAP: High-Dose Methotrexate, Doxorubicin, Cisplatin for Osteosarcoma; VIDE: Vincristine, Ifosfamide, Doxorubicin, Etoposide for Ewing Sarcoma) with 3D computer-navigated limb salvage surgery and modular titanium megaprosthetic joint reconstruction, 5-year survival rates exceed 75% to 80% while saving over 95% of patients from limb amputation.

Key Advantages Over Conventional Surgery:
Coordinated Surgical & Medical Oncology: Seamless dual leadership under Dr. Deepak Garg & Dr. Neha Gupta
95%+ Limb Preservation Rate: Wide oncological bone resection avoiding traumatic limb amputations
High-Grade Sarcoma Chemotherapy: Standardized MAP and VIDE protocols delivering high tumor necrosis rates (>90%)
Custom Modular Megaprostheses: Immediate joint restoration with biological tendon ingrowth collars
Why Families & Physicians Trust Spica

World-Class Clinical Precision, Built on Compassion

Spica Healthcare β€” Bone and Cancer Institute, Bathinda β€” is South-Western Punjab's premier super-speciality centre led by AIIMS and Tata Memorial fellowship-trained directors.

AIIMS & Tata Memorial Alumni25+ Yrs Combined Senior Leadership

15,000+ Complex Surgeries & 100% Director-Led Evaluations

Every diagnostic MRI review, surgical staging, and operation is personally directed by chief clinical specialists β€” Dr. Deepak Garg (Orthopaedic Oncology & Robotics) and Dr. Neha Gupta (Medical Oncology) β€” guaranteeing zero junior proxies.

15,000+Surgeries Completed
95%+Limb Salvage Rate
<0.3%Infection Benchmark
Pre-Op 3D Virtual Planning 100% Direct Director OPD Day-1 Walking Protocol
Sub-Millimeter Accuracy

3D Navigated Robotics & Day-1 Walking

Sub-millimeter implant positioning and soft-tissue ligament balancing ensuring patients walk comfortably within 24 hours of total knee replacement.

ROSA Robotics & Stryker Nav
Malwa Punjab Exclusive

Limb-Salvage Over Amputation

South-West Punjab's only dedicated centre for modular titanium megaprosthesis, saving natural limbs and functions in 95%+ of bone cancer patients.

Modular Megaprosthesis
0-Out-Of-Pocket Options

100% Cashless PM-JAY & TPAs

Full cashless coverage for Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY), Punjab Govt Health Schemes, ECHS, and 30+ private insurance networks with on-desk approvals.

Ayushman + 30+ TPAs Empanelled
24/7 Tertiary Ready

Class-100 Laminar Flow OTs & ICU

Positive-pressure HEPA filtered theatres minimizing infection rates below international benchmarks with 24/7 dedicated critical care backup.

Spica Healthcare Bathinda
Expert Surgical Directors

Meet the Doctors at Spica Healthcare

Fellowship-trained surgical directors from AIIMS & Tata Memorial providing compassionate, world-class tertiary care in super-speciality orthopaedics and medical oncology.

Dr. Neha Gupta - Clinical Director & Senior Medical Oncologist

Dr. Neha Gupta

Senior Consultant & Clinical Director β€” Medical Oncology

13+ Yrs Exp

MBBS (BFUHS Faridkot), MD Radiation Oncology (BFUHS Faridkot), DrNB Medical Oncology (Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad), Precision Oncology (Harvard, USA), Ex Consultant RGCI New Delhi

Medical Oncology & ChemotherapyImmunotherapy & Targeted OncologyPrecision Oncology & Cancer GenomicsPreventive Cancer ScreeningPalliative & Supportive OncologyHormonal TherapyComprehensive Cancer Treatments
Dr. Deepak Garg - Director & Senior Joint Replacement, Spine and Orthopaedic Oncologist

Dr. Deepak Garg

Senior Consultant & Clinical Director β€” Orthopaedic Oncology & Robotic Joint Surgery

16+ Yrs Exp

MBBS (TNMC Mumbai), DNB Orthopaedics (PGI & SP Miraj), Fellowship Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy (Fortis Hospital, New Delhi), Fellowship Orthopaedic Oncology (Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, New Delhi)

Orthopaedic Oncology & Bone Tumors3D Robotic Joint ReplacementSports Injuries & ArthroscopyTrauma & Fracture ReconstructionGeneral Orthopaedics & Spine CareComprehensive Cancer Treatments
Community Health & Academic Outreach

Upcoming Health Camps & Academic Events

Free OPD screening camps, director-led masterclasses, and national oncology representations by Spica Healthcare.

Curious what families & patients experience

Hear what our patients are saying

Real stories from patients who recovered through limb preservation surgery, 3D robotic joint replacements, and precision cancer care at Spica Healthcare β€” Grover Hospital, Bathinda.

Health Knowledge & Clinical Guides

Doctor-Authored Health Guides

Evidence-based surgical recovery roadmaps, robotic joint protocols, and precision oncology insights written by our clinical directors.