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Dr. Bhaskar Vishwanathan

Dr. Bhaskar Vishwanathan

Radiation Oncologist ·
, Faridabad, India

28 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada

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About Dr. Bhaskar Vishwanathan

  • Dr. Bhaskar Viswanathan is a highly accomplished radiation oncologist who currently works as Professor and Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre in Faridabad, Haryana. With over two decades of expertise in clinical oncology, academia, and research, he is well-known for providing precision-based, customized radiation therapy with sophisticated technology.
  • Dr. Viswanathan has vast experience treating difficult tumors with image-guided radiation and brachytherapy approaches. His therapeutic approach emphasizes personalized treatment planning, technology innovation, and evidence-based oncology care to improve patient outcomes. He has also made major contributions to cancer research, including in the areas of nanoparticle-based radiosensitizers and hyperthermia approaches.

Conditions treated byBhaskar Vishwanathan

  • Cervical cancer
  • Head and neck cancers
  • Prostate cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Hepatic tumors
  • Gynecological cancers
  • Locally advanced and recurrent cancers
  • Palliative and radical cancer cases requiring radiation therapy

Area of Interest

  • Precision-based individualized radiation therapy
  • Cervical, head & neck, and prostate cancer management
  • Image-guided intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy
  • Intra-operative MRI-guided brachytherapy
  • High-precision adaptive radiotherapy
  • DIBH (Deep Inspiration Breath Hold) technique for breast cancer
  • Image-guided robotic brachytherapy procedures
  • Hypofractionated radiation schedules for advanced cancers

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • National College, Bengaluru
  • MD (Radiation Oncology)
  • Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bengaluru – 1997
  • Clinical Research Project
  • Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai – 1998
  • Clinical Fellowship Program
  • Jurivinski Cancer Centre, Hamilton, Canada

Work Experiences

  • Professor and Head of Radiation Oncology at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Faridabad, Haryana.
  • Professor (2018-2022) at Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre in Bengaluru, Associate Professor (2008-2012) at the same institute, and Assistant Professor (1999-2006) at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology in Bengaluru.

Certifications (3)

  • Clinical Fellowship – Jurivinski Cancer Centre, Hamilton, Canada
  • Orientation Program on Hyperthermia Techniques for Breast and Cervical Cancers – Erasmus MC, Netherlands (2017)
  • Academic training in Genetic Engineering and Human Molecular Genetics – Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

Memberships (1)

  • As a cancer expert, I serve on the PRSG Committee at the Department of IT, Biotechnology, and Electronics (DeitY) in the Government of India.

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Procedures Performed

Brachytherapy
CyberKnife Treatment
Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)
Radiation Therapy
Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)

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FAQ's Related to Radiation Oncologist

A radiation oncologist is a medical specialist who treats cancer and certain non-cancerous conditions using radiation therapy. They design personalized radiation treatment plans, determine the appropriate dose and technique, and closely monitor patients throughout treatment to ensure maximum effectiveness while minimizing side effects.

You should consult a radiation oncologist if you have been diagnosed with cancer and radiation therapy is recommended as part of your treatment plan. Consultation is also advised when radiation is needed before surgery, after surgery, alongside chemotherapy, or for symptom relief in advanced-stage cancers.

Radiation oncologists treat a wide range of cancers including breast cancer, cervical cancer, head and neck cancers, prostate cancer, lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, brain tumors, and gynecological malignancies. They also manage palliative cases to reduce pain, bleeding, or compression symptoms caused by tumors.

Radiation therapy itself is painless, similar to getting an X-ray. Some patients may experience side effects over time depending on the treatment area, but these are usually temporary and manageable with medical support.

Yes, radiation therapy is often combined with surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy as part of a comprehensive cancer treatment approach. The radiation oncologist works closely with a multidisciplinary cancer care team to achieve the best outcomes.

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