Dr. Amita Mahajan

Dr. Amita Mahajan is a renowned Pediatrician affiliated with Indraprastha Hospital in New Delhi. With an impressive educational background and extensive experience, she specializes in various areas of pediatric care, particularly in the field of Pediatric Oncology. Dr. Mahajan completed her MBBS degree from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi in 1990. She further pursued her MD in Pediatrics from the same institution in 1992. With over 25 years of experience, she has held several key positions in esteemed medical institutions around the world. She has served as a Senior Consultant at the Apollo Cancer Centre in Delhi and has been a Senior Consultant in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology at the IAH (Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals). Dr. Mahajan has also worked as a Consultant Pediatric Oncologist at Llandough Hospital in Cardiff, UK. Dr. Amita Mahajan's dedication to pediatric oncology is evident in her active involvement in professional organizations and research groups. She is an executive member of the Indian Pediatric Oncology Group and a member of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) and the Oncology Indian Academy of Pediatrics. Additionally, she has participated in the UK Children's Cancer Study Group and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health in the UK. Her areas of interest and expertise span a wide range of pediatric oncology sub-specialties, including hematological malignancies, solid tumors, neuro-oncology, orthopedic oncology, bone marrow transplant, hemoglobinopathies, and bleeding disorders. Dr. Mahajan's services extend beyond oncology. She provides comprehensive pediatric care, including allergy testing, treatment for viral fevers, management of fractures and other injuries, newborn care, health checkups, development assessments, and treatment of various congenital disorders. Throughout her career, Dr. Amita Mahajan has contributed significantly to research in pediatric oncology and has published numerous articles in reputed medical journals. Her research work includes studies on various aspects of pediatric oncology, such as porphyria cutanea tarda in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, the use of deferasirox in Indian children with thalassemia major, and the feasibility and acceptability of subcutaneous implantable ports in cancer patients. Dr. Amita Mahajan's dedication, expertise, and commitment to the well-being of her young patients make her an esteemed pediatrician in the field of pediatric oncology at Indraprastha Hospital, New Delhi.