Kashmir's Pioneer in Surgical Oncology

Dr. Shabnam Bashir

Director – Surgical Oncology

MBBS DNB (Surgery) PGDAE MRCS FACRS FAIS FMAS

Senior Consultant in Breast Oncoplastic & Colorectal Surgeries with over 18 years of expertise. The first female organ-specific oncosurgeon from Kashmir, trained at Tata Memorial Hospital & Roswell Park Cancer Institute, USA.

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Robotic & HIPEC
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Dr. Shabnam Bashir – Surgical Oncologist
18+
Years of
Excellence
About Dr. Shabnam Bashir

Pioneer of Oncology
in Kashmir

"The first female organ-specific oncosurgeon from Kashmir, proficient in robotic, laparoscopic, HIPEC & PIPAC therapies — dedicated to transforming cancer care."

Dr. Shabnam Bashir is the Director of Surgical Oncology – Breast & Colorectal Cancers & Non-Cancer Disorders at Paras Health, Srinagar. With extensive expertise spanning over 18 years, she is a highly accomplished breast oncoplastic surgeon and colorectal cancer specialist.

Trained at premier global institutions — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai and Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, USA — she brings world-class oncologic expertise to Kashmir. She is recognised as the first and only female organ-specific oncosurgeon from Kashmir trained in Laparoscopy, Robotic & Laser surgeries and HIPEC & PIPAC therapies.

A passionate advocate of Preventive and Precision Oncology, she has pioneered landmark awareness initiatives including "Bluethon" and "Pinkayakithon", both now established as annual statewide movements. She believes in patient-centric, compassionate care and is deeply committed to advancing the landscape of cancer treatment across the region.

Areas of Expertise

🎀 Breast Oncoplastic & Reconstructive Surgery
🔬 Colorectal Cancer & Peritoneal Malignancies
🤖 Advanced Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery
💉 HIPEC & PIPAC Therapies
🎯 Preventive & Precision Oncology
🏥 Surgical Oncology – Non-Cancer Disorders
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Specialized Services

Comprehensive Cancer &
Non-Cancer Care

Advanced surgical oncology services with compassionate, patient-centered care at every step of your journey.

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Breast Cancer Surgery

Oncoplastic · Reconstructive

Expert oncoplastic breast surgery including lumpectomy, mastectomy, skin-sparing procedures, and full breast reconstruction. Combining oncological safety with aesthetic outcomes.

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Colorectal Cancer Treatment

Robotic · Laparoscopic · HIPEC · PIPAC

Comprehensive colorectal cancer management using robotic and laparoscopic approaches, including HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) and PIPAC for peritoneal spread.

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Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery

Minimally Invasive · Precision

State-of-the-art minimally invasive surgical techniques offering faster recovery, reduced complications, and superior precision in complex oncologic procedures.

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Pain & Palliative Care

Chronic Pain · Cancer Pain Relief

Compassionate pain management and palliative care services addressing chronic pain and cancer-related pain to improve quality of life throughout treatment.

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Personalized Nutrition

Cancer Diets · Weight Management

Tailored nutritional guidance specific to cancer type, treatment phase, and recovery needs — including cancer-specific diets and post-surgery weight management protocols.

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Stoma / Colostomy Care

Post-Operative Specialist Support

Dedicated specialist care and guidance for patients requiring stoma management post-surgery, including education, training, and long-term follow-up support.

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Physiotherapy & Rehab

Post-Surgical Recovery

Structured post-surgical rehabilitation including lymphedema management, mobility restoration, and personalized recovery programmes for faster return to daily life.

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Cancer Screening & Prevention

Preventive Oncology

Comprehensive cancer screening programmes, genetic counselling, and risk assessment services for early detection and prevention of breast and colorectal cancers.

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Precision Oncology

Personalised Cancer Therapy

Evidence-based, personalised cancer treatment plans incorporating the latest advances in molecular oncology, targeted therapies, and individualised surgical planning.

Professional Journey

18+ Years of
Surgical Excellence

A distinguished career spanning premier institutions across India and the world.

Present | Director
Director – Surgical Oncology
🏥 Paras Health, Srinagar, Kashmir
Present | Founder & Director
Centre for Breast & Colorectal Cancers & Non-Cancer Disorders (CBCCD)
🏥 Kashmir, India
2024 – 2025
Senior Consultant – Breast, Colorectal & Peritoneal Surface Cancers
🏥 Ujala Cygnus Hospital, Kashmir
June 2021 – 2024
Senior Consultant – Breast Oncoplastic & Colorectal Surgeries
🏥 Mubarak Hospitals, Srinagar, Kashmir
June 2018 – Oct 2020
Consultant Surgical Oncologist (Breast / Colorectal / Peritoneal)
🏥 Apollo Hospitals Bangalore
Apr 2017 – May 2018
Associate Consultant – Breast & Colorectal Cancer
🏥 Apollo Hospitals Bangalore
Oct 2016 – Apr 2017
Consultant Colorectal Surgeries
🏥 Mubarak Hospital, Srinagar
Aug 2016 – Sep 2016
Fellowship – Advanced Robotic Surgery
🌍 Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, NY, USA
Aug 2015 – Jul 2016
Fellowship – Colorectal Cancer Surgeries
🏥 Tata Memorial Centre, India
May 2014 – Apr 2015
Fellowship – Breast Surgeries
🏥 Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Dec 2013 – Apr 2014
Attending Consultant Oncosurgery
🏥 Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
Academic Qualifications

Education & Training

Trained at the world's most prestigious medical institutions across India, UK & USA.

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2016
Fellowship: Colorectal Cancer Surgery
Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
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2016
Fellowship: Advanced Robotic Surgery
Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, New York, USA
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2015
Fellowship: Breast Cancer Surgery
Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
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2014
Fellow: Colorectal Surgery (FACRSI)
Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India
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2010
DNB Surgery
National Board of Examinations, Delhi – Fortis Escorts Hospital & Research Centre, Faridabad
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2009
MRCS: Surgery
Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow, UK
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2005
PG Diploma: Accidents & Emergency Care
Medversity, Apollo – Indraprastha Apollo, Delhi
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2004
MBBS
Government Medical College, Srinagar, J&K
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FAIS
Fellow: Surgery
Association of Surgeons of India
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FMAS
Fellow: Minimal Access Surgery
Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
Honours & Milestones

Awards & Achievements

A legacy of excellence recognized at national and international levels.

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Honorary Associate Professor
Conferred by the Board of Governors, Apollo Hospitals Educational & Research Foundation – Oct 2018
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PIPAC Therapy Specialist
Trained at 1st Middle East International PIPAC Workshop, Dubai – March 2019. Among a handful of colorectal surgeons in India with this training.
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Kashmir's First Female Oncosurgeon
First and only female organ-specific oncosurgeon in Kashmir trained in Laparoscopy, Robotic & Laser surgeries and HIPEC & PIPAC therapies.
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Co-Founded Colorectal Division
Co-founded the Colorectal Division at Apollo Hospitals Bangalore 2018. Core Founder Member of Rectal Cancer Treatment Outcome Group (Ex-Academic).
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Best Poster Awards (×2)
Best Poster at ACRSICON Sept 2015 (Re-staging of Rectal Cancers after NACTRT) & ACOS 2016, New Delhi (Robotic vs. Laparoscopic Rectal Resections).
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Book Chapter Contributions
Contributed chapters in 'A Textbook of Clinical Oncology in The Indian Context', 'Textbook of Post Graduate Surgery' on Perioperative Care, and various other books.
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Chief Guest – LIC Women's Convention
Invited as Chief Guest & Keynote Speaker at the 1st All Women's Convention of LIC of India, Bangalore – talk on Cancers and lifestyle modifications.
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Excellence Certificates
Certificate of Excellence – Dept. of Medicine & Surgery (GMC Srinagar) · Certificate of Appreciation – Fortis Escorts Hospital & Research Centre, Faridabad.
🔵 Annual Event · Since 2022
BLUETHON
Conceptualised & launched the first-of-its-kind Colorectal Cancer Awareness Drive in the country. Conducted under the aegis of ACRSI in collaboration with University of Kashmir & Directorate of Tourism at Nigeen Club – 27th March 2022. Now the Annual Colorectal Cancer Awareness Mega Event of Kashmir.
🎀 Annual Event · Since 2022
PINKAYAKITHON
Pioneered the first-ever Breast Cancer Awareness Mega Event in Kashmir — featuring a Kayak Race, awareness talks, human ribbon formation & walkathon at Nigeen Bagh on 30th October 2022, in collaboration with Sports Authority of India & Directorate of Tourism under the aegis of ABSI. Now an annual statewide event.
🌍 World Cancer Day · Feb 2024
WORLDCANAWARETHON
Organised Jammu's 1st ever Cancer Awareness Mega Event in collaboration with J&K Sports Council under the aegis of ACRSI & Vattikuti Foundation in February 2024, celebrating World Cancer Day and reaching thousands of lives.
Academic Contributions

Research & Publications

Contributing to medical science through publications, poster presentations, and national faculty engagements.

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11 Research Publications
Peer-reviewed publications in indexed national and international medical journals covering colorectal and breast oncology.
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6 Paper/Poster Presentations
Presented research at national conferences with 2 Best Poster Awards at ACRSICON 2015 and ACOS 2016.
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Book Chapter Author
Contributed chapters in 'A Textbook of Clinical Oncology in The Indian Context' and 'Textbook of Post Graduate Surgery'.
National & International Conference Faculty
  • Intersphincteric Resection in Low Rectal Cancers – CME Coloproctology, Uttarakhand (June 2015)
  • Career Counselling after MS/DNB Surgery – 16th CSEP, St John's Medical College, Bangalore (June 2018)
  • Current and Changing Trends in Rectal Cancers – ACRSICON 2018 (Sept 2018)
  • Rectal Cancer Management – KSC-ASICON 2019, Bellary, Karnataka (Feb 2019)
  • Oncodiagnostics in Rectal Cancers – CME 'Oncology Diagnostics', Bangalore (July 2019)
  • Post Mastectomy Breast Reconstruction – CME Fluorescence Imaging, HCG Cancer Center, Bangalore (July 2019)
  • Faculty – ACRSICON 2020 (Virtual), 2021 (Mumbai), 2022 (Jaipur), 2023 (Indore)
  • 'Year in Review – Breast Cancers' – TMH Annual Conference, Mumbai (Jan 2023 & Jan 2024)
  • Faculty – ACRSI Instructional Course at SKIMS, Srinagar (March 2023)
  • TUGGS India Academics Webinar – Colorectal Cancers (2023)
  • Faculty – ABSICON 2023, Ahmedabad
  • 3rd Indian Cancer Congress, Mumbai (Nov 2023)
  • BMCICON CoRe Conference on Colorectal Cancers, Jaipur (Jan 2024)
  • Judge – PG Case Presentations, MIDCON by KSC ASI, Mysore (Aug 2018)
  • Attended 100+ National Conferences, Workshops & Training Courses
Professional Memberships

Affiliations & Fellowships

FACRSI
Fellow – Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India
Fellowship · 2014
FAIS
Fellow – Association of Surgeons of India
Fellowship · 2018
FMAS
Fellow – Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
Fellowship
MRCS
Member – Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow, UK
Membership · 2009
ISPSM
Member – Indian Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
Membership
IMA
Member – Indian Medical Association
Membership
ABSI
Member – Association of Breast Surgeons of India
Membership
ASI
State Mentor – Female Surgical Residents of J&K & Ladakh
ASI Mentorship Role
ACRSI
Member – Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India
Membership
Our Purpose

Vision & Mission

Guided by compassion, driven by excellence.

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Vision

To create a centre of excellence in integrated, patient-centered care for individuals facing breast and colorectal cancers as well as related non-cancerous conditions — providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and personalised care that promotes healing, hope, and a better quality of life.

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Empower patients at every stage of their health journey with knowledge and support.
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Foster collaborative research, medical education, and innovation in cancer care.
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Redefine standards through advanced technologies and patient-centered support systems.
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Mission

To deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and patient-centered care through a multidisciplinary approach that integrates medical excellence, advanced treatments, and holistic support services.

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Excellence in Clinical Care – Advanced diagnosis & treatment using evidence-based interventions.
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Holistic & Compassionate Healing – Addressing physical, emotional & psychological needs.
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Educate & Empower – Awareness for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
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Collaborate for Better Health – Seamless, coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
Get In Touch

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Reach out to schedule an appointment or for any queries regarding treatment options and services.

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Location
Paras Health, Srinagar
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India 190018
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Phone / WhatsApp
+91-6005924473
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Consultation Hours
Mon – Sat: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Emergency: Available on Call
Dr. Shabnam Bashir
Director – Surgical Oncology
Paras Health, Srinagar
MBBS DNB (Surgery) PGDAE MRCS FACRS FAIS FMAS

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