Dr. Vijay Pratap Singh

Dr. Vijay Pratap Singh is a Surgical Oncologist who has played a pioneering role in advancing cancer care in Bihar and Eastern India. Through his clinical work, academic leadership, institution-building, research, and community outreach, he has contributed to the development of specialised cancer services in the region.

He established dedicated Departments of Surgical Oncology at Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Patna, a Regional Cancer Centre, and Mahavir Cancer Sansthan. These departments developed into important centres for advanced surgical cancer treatment for patients from Bihar and neighbouring states.

A significant milestone in his career was the launch of the DNB (Diplomate of National Board) programme in Surgical Oncology under his leadership. He has mentored more than 10 DNB-qualified surgical oncologists and over 50 general surgeons, contributing to specialist training in cancer surgery.

In clinical practice, Dr. Singh has performed more than 50,000 cancer surgeries and has personally treated nearly one lakh cancer patients, according to the supplied profile. His work has focused on providing access to specialised cancer treatment to patients from Bihar and the surrounding region.

He founded Savera Cancer Hospital, a 100-bed private cancer hospital in Bihar, with a focus on comprehensive and accessible cancer care. The hospital serves patients from Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and neighbouring Nepal, and operates under public health and government schemes including Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY), the Chief Minister's Relief Fund, and CGHS.

He also established the R S Memorial Cancer Society as the philanthropic wing of the hospital. The organisation supports treatment for underprivileged patients, conducts outreach activities, and mobilises resources for community welfare.

Dr. Singh has established a dedicated Research Wing with a Molecular and Genetic Laboratory to support cancer diagnosis, research into genetic markers, and the development of personalised treatment approaches. He has authored more than 20 research publications in national and international journals.

For cancer awareness and early detection, he initiated the "Savera Chala Gaon Ki Aur" outreach programme, which takes cancer awareness and screening services to rural communities. More than 150 cancer screening camps have been conducted across Bihar, with more than 15,000 underprivileged people screened and suspected cases receiving free treatment, according to the supplied profile.

As President of Rotary Patna Midtown, he has led more than 350 community service projects covering healthcare, maternal and child health, sanitation, education, economic empowerment, and environmental sustainability. He was honoured with the "Champion of Champions" award by Rotary District 3250.

His work spans clinical cancer care, surgical oncology education, research, institution-building, community screening, philanthropy, and wider social service.