Author: 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.

NZIAPSM – ICanCaRe Academy Awards Scholarships Valued at INR 1 Lakh

NZIAPSM – ICanCaRe Academy Awards Scholarships Valued at INR 1 Lakh to Winners of NZIAPSM – ICanCaRe Scholarship Quiz for Capacity Building for Tobacco Cessation and Oral Cancer Control Education

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At the 26th Annual Conference of North Zone IAPSM, ICanCaRe organized a “Engage and Evolve Capacity building for tobacco cessation” quiz on 17th December 2023. The quiz, aimed at promoting awareness and education in the field of tobacco cessation, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of PG students. The quiz master was* Dr. Saras Sanchaya*, Associate Professor at MMIMSR, Mullana, Ambala guided by *Dr. Pawan Gupta*, M.Ch. Sr. Director Cancer Surgeon, MAX Hospital Vaishali, Delhi NCR.

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ICanCaRe Academy, guided by its motto “EMPOWER, ENHANCE, and EARN, is a leading institution for capacity building in tobacco cessation, awarded scholarships worth INR 1 lakh to the deserving winners of the quiz. These scholarships enable the winners to pursue the esteemed Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialist Course, which is accredited by Gujarat University and conducted by ICanCaRe. The initiative is a step towards enhancing knowledge and expertise in the domain of tobacco cessation and Oral Cancer Control. By providing scholarships and promoting specialized courses, ICanCaRe Academy is actively contributing to the mission of reducing tobacco consumption and fostering a healthier society.

The academy aims to ensure that the essential knowledge and skills required for effective tobacco cessation are made accessible to all tobacco users and opening new opportunities for community medical students.

The Scholarship Winners are  –

1st Team Winners get a Scholarship of Rs. 10000/- Gold medal and Certificate

  1. Dr Priyanka Negi (JR) – (9646671933/ priyankapailoss@gmail.com
  2. Dr Amudhamozhi (JR) -( 7373170529/ amudhamozhiks@gmail.com

(Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, PGIMER, Chandigarh)

2nd team Winners get a Scholarship of Rs. 8000/- Silver medal and Certificate –

  1. Dr Dheendhayalan V (JR) – ( 9976260246/ ddtamildd@gmail.com)
  2. Dr Sailesh Pathak (JR) – (6284266851/drsailesh000@gmail.com )

(Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, PGIMER, Chandigarh)

3rd team winner – gets a Scholarship of Rs. 7000/-, Bronze medal and Certificate

  1. Dr. Anviksha Singal (JR) (9817590048/anvikshasingal@gmail.com)
  2. Dr. Vaishali(JR) (8700403765/v09796@gmail.com )

(Department of Community Medicine, MMIMSR, Mullana)

4th and 5th Team get a Scholarship of Rs. 5000/ each

4th team

  1. Dr. Saachi Sood – M.9463129230 /soodsaachu@gmail.com
  2. Dr. Manidipa Debnath 9774455308/manidipa.debnath.work@gmail.com

(Department of Community Medicine, MMIMSR, Mullana)

5th team

  1. Dr. Saroj Kartik Ankit Choudhury – +91 8178910632 Email – skankitc@gmail.com
  2. Dr. Parkeet singh – +91 9143900003 Email – parkeet.singh@gmail.com

(Department of Community Medicine, MMIMSR, Mullana)

ICanCaRe Academy continues to drive its mission of empowering professionals, enhancing awareness, and enabling individuals to earn valuable expertise in tobacco cessation and oral care, aiming for a tobacco-free world.

Congratulations to all the winners!

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“TOBACCO A CURABLE DISEASE – ORAL CANCER CAN BE CONTROLLED”

** “TOBACCO A CURABLE DISEASE – ORAL CANCER CAN BE CONTROLLED”

–       Dr Pawan Gupta at the 26th NZIAPSM CON at MMIMSR, Mullana, AMBALA

In a groundbreaking session at the 26th North Zone Annual Conference at MMIMSR, Mullana, Ambala, Dr. Pawan Gupta, a distinguished surgical oncologist and pioneer in Tobacco Cessation Intervention, delivered a resounding message – tobacco is a curable disease and oral cancer can be controlled with the right interventions. The talk was chaired by Dr. Sonu Goel and Dr. Jai Kishan

Dr. Gupta, the Founder Director of ICanCaRe and Senior Director of Surgical Oncology at MAX Institute of Cancer Care, Vaishali, Delhi NCR emphasized the critical need to treat tobacco as a disease for a 100% success rate in curing it. His #advisequittobacco campaign urges healthcare professionals to adopt the “ASK, ADVISE, and REFER” approach, recognizing the moral responsibility and ethical practice of incorporating Tobacco Cessation into healthcare.

During his talk on “Newer Strategies for Tobacco Cessation and Oral Care,” Dr. Gupta unveiled innovative approaches, including the highly successful #ABCDtobaccocessation method and the Chota daana campaign. This approach, coupled with the ICanCaRe Tobacco Cessation protocol, has achieved a remarkable 100% quit rate. Dr. Gupta also showcased TrisCaRe, an ingenious mouth-opening device designed to assist betel nut users in quitting tobacco and mouth-opening due to submucous fibrosis.

The ICanCaRe Academy, under the #SAVEtheyouth initiative, collaborates with the Indian Association of Public and Social Medicine (IAPSM) to build capacity for effective tobacco control. This comprehensive program involves sensitization, digital interventions, and the creation of a network comprising Tobacco Marshals, Ambassadors, and Cessation Specialists. Over 1,000 doctors have been trained through the ICanCaRe Academy, contributing to a promising future for a tobacco-free society.

Dr. Gupta’s call for an “Advice Quit Tobacco” campaign underscores the pivotal role healthcare professionals play in addressing the root cause of various diseases associated with tobacco consumption. He stresses that no disease can be fully cured if patients continue to use tobacco.

Recognizing the complexity of tobacco as a disease and its role as a root cause of numerous health issues, ICanCaRe’s capacity-building program aims to reach across India through the #SAVEtheyouth campaign. This initiative involves sensitizing against tobacco, assisting users to quit through a digital protocol intervention, volunteer training for capacity building, and enforcing a tobacco-free society. ICanCaRe looks forward to collaborating with Institutes to set a center of Excellence for Capacity building for Tobacco Cessation.

Dr. Gupta’s extensive research has led to the establishment of a simplified digital Tobacco Cessation protocol on the ICanCaRe Tobacco Cessation APP, and he is the author of several books on this subject. His commitment to educating the medical community and the public is evident through the success of ICanCaRe Academy’s training programs.

As a gesture of gratitude, ICanCaRe extends thanks to the 26th NZIAPSM Annual Conference organizing team, especially Dr. Anshu Mittal and Dr. Saras Sanchaya, for their invitation to this enlightening event.

The future looks promising for the #ICanCaRe initiative, as young doctors at the conference express eagerness to implement the ICanCaRe protocol in their future practices. Dr. Pawan Gupta’s mission for a tobacco-free society gains momentum, providing hope and inspiration for a healthier tomorrow.

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16th ICanCaRe Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists

Summary of the 16th ICanCaRe Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists

The 16th tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists took place on December 15, 2023, featuring Dr Abhishek Bhadranna Dr. Abhishek Bhadranna and Dr. Siddhi HathiwalaDr Dr. Siddhi as lead presenters. Notably, this marked the final tutorial of the year, attended by 24 CTCS professionals.

Agenda Highlights:

1. Community Engagement and Advocacy: Emphasis was placed on self-promotion and advocating tobacco cessation in the community and among fellow healthcare professionals. The advisequittobacco and save theyouth campaign by ICanCaRe were focal points.

2. Leadership Highlights: Dr Abhishek Bhadranna highlighted the recent activities of CTCS leaders, with special mention of Dr. Siddhi Hathiwala, @Dr. Surbhi Jindal, Dr Shikha Jindal Consultant Pulmonologist, SIPHER STRATEGIC Dr. Rakesh Gupta, Dr. Varsha B.K, and Dr Pawan Gupta

3. Clinical Case Presentation: Dr. Varsha B.K, presented a case involving a patient transitioning from smoking to chewing tobacco, with a resulting oral lesion. The team guided the approach using the ICanCaRe app, emphasizing the ABCD of tobacco cessation.

4. Special Medication Pricing: Information about exclusive pricing for tobacco-related medications in clinic settings for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists was shared to enhance treatment accessibility.

5. Professional Identity Building: Dr Abhishek Bhadranna demonstrated creating professional visiting cards using PowerPoint and Canva, encouraging participants to establish a robust identity in the field.

6. Educational Blogs: Dr Shikha Jindal Consultant Pulmonologist, discussed her blog on PRISm and its relevance to smokers, providing a link for further exploration.

7. ICanCaRe Acknowledgment: Dr Pawan Gupta stressed the importance of CTCS acknowledging ICanCaRe in all presentations, online and offline.

Additionally, it was decided to create an ICanCaRe template for visiting cards and a common PowerPoint for community presentations. Members requested a unified presentation for community outreach based on the SAVEtheYouth campaign.

The tutorial concluded with Mrs. Sonal inviting everyone to join SYNC-ENERGY, a holistic health approach by ICanCaRe completing six months. Dr. Siddhi delivered the vote of thanks.

Members’ Feedback:

The monthly ICanCaRe Academy Tutorial for CTCS was praised for providing a platform to discuss complex cases and find solutions for successful tobacco cessation. The program, held on the 16th of each month from 9-10 PM, encourages active participation. Those interested in submitting cases or obtaining further information can contact Dr. Mariya, Dr. Siddhi, Dr. Anshika, or Dr Abhishek Bhadranna. Aspiring CTCS professionals can explore the certification process at www.icancare.in/academy/ctcs.

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16th ICanCaRe Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists