ABOUT

Dr. Vaishali Zamre

MBBS, MS, MCh (Oncoplastic Breast Surgery)
FAIS, FEBS (European Board of Breast Surgery)
Director Surgical Oncology &
Head, Breast Cancer Surgery
Andromeda Cancer Hospital
Dr. Vaishali Zamre is a leading surgical oncologist of northern India with breast cancer management as her primary area of interest. She has more than 25 years of surgical experience with last 15 years in the field of breast oncology.
Dr. Vaishali Zamre is an alumnus of Government Medical College, Nagpur and did her undergraduate and postgraduate training in general surgery from the same institute. She obtained her super-specialization degree (MCh) in Oncoplastic Breast surgery from University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK. She is also a Fellow of the European Board Of Surgery (Breast Surgery, FEBS).
Dr. Vaishali has also trained at breast cancer surgeries and Onco-plastic Reconstructions in Breast unit at Cardiff School of Medicine, Cardiff (UK), under the able guidance of Professor Robert Mansel.

Prior to joining Andromeda Cancer Hospital, Dr. Vaishali Zamre has been working as a Senior Consultant and Unit head of breast cancer surgery at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, Rohini, Delhi.

Dr. Vaishali is highly proficient in breast cancer surgeries and Oncoplastic reconstructions, breast reconstruction and passionate about research in the field of breast cancer. She is a member of Indian Anti-Cancer Trust and has been passionately involved in activities related to spreading awareness about cancer.
Dr. Vaishali is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care to individuals facing breast cancer. With extensive training in both breast cancer surgery and Oncoplastic surgical procedures Dr. Zamre expertly combines cancer treatment with aesthetic reconstruction to achieve optimal functional and cosmetic outcomes. Committed to personalized patient-centred care, Dr. Vaishali works collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans that address each patient’s unique needs and goals. Passionate about advancing the field, Dr. Vaishali endeavours to stay at the forefront of oncoplastic techniques and actively participates in ongoing research and education. Patients appreciate Dr. Vaishali’s empathetic approach, attention to detail, and unwavering dedication to supporting them throughout their healing journey
She is one of the founder members of “BCYW (Breast Cancer In Young Women) foundation”. She has been one of the organising team members of “Focused Studies in Breast Cancer” and has organised many webinars and conferences in the field of breast cancer management. She has also been actively participating in various breast cancer awareness activities. She is currently one of the conveners of Delhi Breast Oncology Group.

Education

  • Graduation (MBBS) and post-graduation (MS, General Surgery) from Government Medical College, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
  • MCh Oncoplastic Breast surgery from University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK
  • Fellow of the European Board of Surgery (FEBS) in Breast Surgery

Work experience

July 2024 onwards: Director and Head, Breast Oncology Services, Andromeda Cancer Hospital

  • 2021 – 2024: Senior Consultant & Unit Head (Breast Cancer Surgery), Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, Rohini, Delhi
  • 2012 – 2021: Visiting Consultant (Surgical Oncology), Northern Railway Central Hospital, Delhi
  • 2015 – 2021: Principal Consultant, Surgical Oncology (Breast DMG), Max Super-specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad
  • 2013 – 2015: Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Action Cancer Hospital, Paschim Vihar, Delhi
  • 2009 – 2013: Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Pushpanjali Crosslay Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad
  • 2008 – 2009: Junior Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Dharamshila Cancer Hospital, Delhi

Expertise and proficiency

Dr. Vaishali is highly proficient in the following:
  • Conventional and conservative mastectomy procedures
  • Breast Conservation Surgery
  • Oncoplastic Breast Conservation Surgery
  • Breast reconstruction: Partial, Total, Implant based and Autologous
  • Axillary lymph node dissections and sampling
  • Sentinel node biopsy
  • Targeted axillary dissection
  • Reverse axillary mapping
  • Placement of venous access devices
  • Therapeutic mammoplasty
  • Diagnosis and management of hereditary breast cancer
  • Management of phyllodes tumors of the breast
  • Diagnosis and management of rare breast malignancies
  • Diagnosis and management of other breast disorders

Initiatives

  • As a member of the Indian Anti-Cancer Trust since 2020, Dr Vaishali Zamre has been involved in organizing more a series of webinars and conferences in the field of breast cancer (Focused Studies in Breast Cancer: FSIBC).
  • She also actively participates in various breast cancer awareness activities, such as breast self-examination (Touch, Feel, Do) workshops, breast cancer screening camps, awareness talks, street plays, etc.
  • She is one of the conveners of the Delhi Breast Oncology Group.
  • Dr Vaishali also manages the Breast Cancer Support Group, which helps patients with breast cancer draw support and strength from the experience of other patients who have undertaken similar journeys during their breast cancer treatment.

Professional Memberships & Fellowships

  • Life Member
  • Associations of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
  • Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI)
  • Breast Imaging Society of India (BISI)
  • Oncology Forum
  • Delhi Breast Oncology Group (DBOG)
  • Asian Society of Mastology (ASOMA)
  • Fellow of Association of Indian Surgeons (FAIS)
  • Fellow of European Board of Surgery (FEBS), Breast Surgery