Sabita Jiwnani

Tata Memorial Hospital, Homi Bhabha National Institute

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Dr. Sabita Jiwnani is a leading thoracic surgeon whose work focuses on advancing surgical techniques for lung and esophageal cancers, particularly within the Indian healthcare context. Her research addresses critical gaps in regional oncology, as highlighted by her most-cited paper, "Surgery for lung cancer—the Indian scenario" (2018, 7 citations), which provides essential insights into the challenges and outcomes of lung cancer surgery in India. Dr. Jiwnani is at the forefront of minimally invasive surgery, pioneering robotic esophagectomy and 3-field lymphadenectomy with intraoperative nerve monitoring. Her 2022 and 2023 studies (each with 3 citations) demonstrate the safety, efficacy, and feasibility of using recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring during thoracoscopic and robotic procedures, significantly reducing the risk of vocal cord paralysis—a major complication of esophageal cancer surgery. By integrating advanced technology with meticulous technique, she is helping to establish new standards of care for esophageal malignancies, shifting from traditional open surgery to less invasive approaches that improve postoperative outcomes. Her work is instrumental in shaping modern thoracic oncology in India.