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Dr. Nikhil Himthani

Dr. Nikhil Himthani

Medical Oncologist ·
, Delhi, India

10 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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About Dr. Nikhil Himthani

  • Dr. Nikhil Himthani is an experienced Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist who has cared for patients with complicated cancers and blood diseases for the last 10 years.
  • He is an MD Medicine Gold Medalist and was a second-place finisher in the DM Medical Oncology exams conducted by Gujarat University. He has trained at world-renowned institutes, including GCRI, GMC Haldwani, and IGMC Shimla.
  • He has worked at prestigious cancer hospitals and centres, including Max Hospital, Saket, and Action Cancer Hospital, Paschim Vihar.
  • Dr. Himthani has extensive clinical experience in solid tumors, hematological malignancies, and pediatric cancers.
  • He has a particular interest in the management of immunotherapy and breast cancer.

Conditions treated by Dr. Nikhil Himthani

  • Acute Leukemias (AML)
  • Chronic Leukemias (CML & CLL)
  • Hodgkin’s and Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Head & Neck Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Sarcoma & Soft Tissue Tumors
  • Ovarian, Uterine & Cervical Cancer
  • Prostate, Kidney & Bladder Cancer
  • Stomach, Esophageal, Colon & Rectal Cancer
  • Brain Tumors

Area of Interest

  • Immunotherapy for cancer treatment
  • Breast cancer management
  • Safe administration of intravenous chemotherapy (via PICC Line & Chemoport)
  • Targeted and Hormonal Therapies
  • Intrathecal chemotherapy
  • Genetic counselling and cancer screening
  • Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy

Qualification

  • DM Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology: Gujarat Cancer Research Institute (GCRI)
  • MD Medicine (Gold Medalist): IGMC, Shimla
  • MBBS: GMC, Haldwani

Work Experiences

  • Consultant at Max Hospital, Saket
  • Consultant at Action Cancer Hospital, Paschim Vihar
  • Extensive training and practice in Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology during DM residency at GCRI

Certifications (3)

  • Specialised training in advanced chemotherapy administration
  • Experienced in immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and genetic counselling
  • Co-investigator in the ORthe ION clinical trial during DM residency

Memberships (3)

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • Indian Society of Medical and Pediatric Oncology (ISMPO)

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30-Min Video Consultation

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Care Coordination (Optional)

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Procedures Performed

Brain Cancer Treatment
Breast Cancer Treatment
Chemotherapy
Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
Hormonal Therapy
Immunotherapy
Kidney Cancer Treatment
Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Prostate Cancer Treatment
Stomach Cancer Treatment
Targeted Therapy
Uterine Cancer Treatment
Vulvar Cancer Treatment

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Nikhil Himthani is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions.

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours, or based on the doctor's and patient's availability.

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

The option to share your medical records is available during the steps of the form provided on the website.

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages tailored to your diagnosis, assisted by our case managers.

Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, which will include the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Medical Oncologist

A medical oncologist treats all types of cancer, both blood cancers (leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma) and solid tumors (breast, lung, colon, prostate, ovarian, brain, etc.).

They perform and manage treatment like chemotherapy and other medications (immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, and bronchoscopic aspiration/biopsy), and they manage side effects, disease progression, and recovery.

If someone has cancer, they should consult a medical oncologist. A person should also consult a medical oncologist if they are experiencing symptoms such as unexplained lumps, unexplained weight loss, or abnormal test results from blood tests or imaging. A medical oncologist should also be considered any time a person with cancer considers seeking a second opinion about their cancer treatment.

A medical oncologist treats cancer with medicine (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, etc.). A surgical oncologist removes tumors with surgery. A radiation oncologist treats patients with radiation therapy aimed at destroying cancer cells.

Yes. Medical oncologists help manage symptoms, lessen the side effects of treatments, and support patients throughout their treatment and after, improving quality of life at every step of the disease.

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