Metropolis Healthcare - World Cancer Day Quote

by Shrutee K/DNS

Dr Kirti Chadha, Head, Global Reference Laboratory, Metropolis Healthcare Ltd: Dr. Kirti Chadha, is the Head – Global Reference laboratory,Metropolis Healthcare Ltd, a leading chain of diagnostic laboratories. Dr Kirti is armed with a MBBS and a MD, with an objective of practicing pathology in an ethical and professional manner. Her interest lies in IHC & Molecular Pathology, Lymphomas, Breast & Gynaec Pathology.

Dr. Kirti has been associated and active with some of well known scientific associations like Indian Cancer Society, Molecular Pathology Association of India, Indian Association of Pathologists & Microbiologists, and International Academy of Pathologists – Indian Division to name a few." As a diagnostic center, we are witnessing a trend where patients are getting diagnosed in the earlier stage. There is a long way to go before preventive testing for cancer becomes a norm. As a center of excellence, we aim to provide a conclusive diagnosis to our patients. We do not leave a room for uncertainty and that has helped our patients in faster and more effective treatment. Reflex and conclusive diagnosis will play a big role in the onco-pathology industry. Over the past five years, we have observed an increasing trend in breast, cervix and oral cavity, lung, prostate and urinary bladder. There is a gradual increase in percentage positivity for cancers during these three years i.e 7.32% in 2014, 8.63% in 2015 and 9.20% in 2016"

To her credit she has published several scientific papers both national and international journals like A “Large Granular Lymphocytic Leukemia (NK cell type) – A case report” in ISHTM 2000.   “Restorative proctocolectomy with ileo-anal reservoir, a histopathological, histochemical & electron microscopic study” in MJAFI 2003; 59:306-309. “Primary malignant melanoma of the colon” in the Indian Journal of Gastroenterology. “IgM paraproteinemia: A diagnostic dilemma” in The Indian Journal of Hematology & Blood Transfusion. “Two cases of Plasma cell Leukemia with unusual features” in The Indian Journal of Hematology & Blood Transfusion. “Liver cell adenoma & probable hepatic tuberculosis in a young HIV positive male” in the Indian Journal of Gastroenterology.

Under the able leadership of Dr. Kirti Chadha, the Surgical Pathology department has demonstrated processing samples of all types of cancer test and the department is accredited by CAP(College of American Pathologist). Under the guidance of Dr. Kirti Chadha “Glass Side library” a novel initiative has been introduced educating young doctors in the field of surgical pathology.