Dr. Dinesh Pendharkar

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Pendharkar is an accomplished medical oncologist in India. He has an experience of 35 years as a cancer specialist. His areas of expertise include General Oncology, leukemias, hematological malignancies, Breast cancer, Management of Hand-Foot Syndrome. He finished his Ph.D. in Oncology from Academy of Medical Sciences, Moscow. Currently, he is the Director - Sarvodaya Cancer Institute, Faridabad. He is also a Visiting Professor at RD Gardi Medical College, Ujjain.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Pendharkar is a well experienced and skilled oncologist. He has several publications to his credit. He was the Associate Editor Indian Journal of Medical and Pediatric Oncology. He is a member of the Indian Society of Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology.

Conditions treated by Dr. Dinesh Pendharkar

A medical oncologist specializes in the treatment of different types of cancer with the help of chemotherapy and other methods like targeted therapy or immunotherapy. They are considered the primary health care provider for cancer patients. The doctor works with the other medical departments for the best results. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Dinesh Pendharkar treats:

• Rectal Cancer
• Mixed Gliomas
• Cervical Cancer
• Colorectal or Colon Cancer
• Breast and Prostate Cancer
• Meningiomas
• Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)
• Stomach Cancer
• Metastatic Cancer
• Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
• Lung Cancer
• Brain Cancer
• Ovarian Cancer
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Oligodendrogliomas
• Colon Cancer
• Skin Cancer
• Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
• Prostate Cancer
• Ependymomas
• Breast Cancer
• Oral or Mouth Cancer

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Dinesh Pendharkar

Symptoms and signs of cancer may vary from person to person and depend on the type of cancer, its location, the places cancer cells have spread. A few patients show no prominent symptoms until the cancer is far advanced. An individual with these signs and symptoms must consult their doctor. The symptoms might arise from noncancerous conditions. You must see a medical oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of cancer::

• Difficulty swallowing
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Persistent cough or trouble breathing
• Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain
• Hoarseness
• Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
• Changes in bowel or bladder habits
• Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating
• Fatigue
• Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
• Persistent, unexplained fevers or night sweats
• Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin

Operating Hours of Dr. Dinesh Pendharkar

Dr Dinesh Pendharkar works from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You can connect with the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available in the given time due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh Pendharkar

Dr Dinesh Pendharkar performs a number of popular procedures listed below:

• Chemotherapy

A medical oncologist uses chemotherapy for cancer treatment. It uses a combination of drugs to kill the cancerous cells in the body and prevents them from growing further. While chemotherapy could require a single drug, this is also given along with other drugs. A medical oncologist can also use hormone therapy for cancer treatment. This procedure is often used after surgery to reduce the risk of cancer returning back. In some cases, it is used before surgery. Hormone therapy is also used to treat cancer that has returned after treatment.