Dr. Megha Pruthi

Dr. Megha Pruthi is the Additional Director and Head of Pain and Palliative Medicine at Fortis Hospital, Gurgaon. With over 11 years of experience in managing chronic pain and palliative care, she is recognized for her empathetic approach and dedication to holistic healing. She has served in leading institutions like AIIMS and Artemis Health Institute, gaining hands-on experience in interventional pain procedures and complex symptom management. Her clinical expertise lies in treating conditions such as cancer pain, spine pain, refractory pain, and end-of-life care, combining medical excellence with compassionate support for patients and their families.

Her philosophy is rooted in a multidisciplinary and human-centric model. Dr. Pruthi believes that no pain treatment is complete without understanding its psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. She uses evidence-based methods and advanced techniques like ultrasound- and C-arm-guided interventions to manage pain effectively. She also plays an active academic role as an Honorary Tutor in Palliative Medicine at Cardiff University, UK, and frequently lectures at national and international conferences and workshops. Her research interests include questionnaire development and cross-cultural adaptation for better patient assessment.

Dr. Megha Pruthi’s qualifications include MBBS and MD in Anaesthesiology from VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, DNB in Anaesthesia, and an MSc in Palliative Medicine from Cardiff University. She also holds fellowships in Interventional Pain Management and certifications from AIIMS, Delhi. Her ability to merge science with empathy has earned her a strong reputation among both peers and patients, making her a leading figure in pain and palliative medicine in India.