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Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah

Hepatologist

, Bangalore, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Kannada

 


Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah is a specialized Liver Transplant Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • American Medical Association (AMA)
  • American Society of Transplant Surgeons
  • Priestly Society of Surgeons, Mayo Clinic
  • Zumbrota Medical Association

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Minimally invasive HPB Surgery - L'Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France, 2008

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (GENERAL SURGERY)
  • FHPB (PARIS)
  • FASTS (MAYO CLINIC, USA)

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road - Best Hospital in bangalore, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Sharan Choudhri

Surgical Oncologist

, Delhi, India

45 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi, English

 


Dr. Sharan Choudhri is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 41 Years of experience and is associated with Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sharan Choudhri is part of:

  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
  • Indian Society of Oncologists (ISO)
  • International Union for Control of Cancer (UICC)
  • Association of Armed Forces Surgeons (AAFS)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Society of Aero-Space Medicine (ISAM)
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS - General Surgery
  • DNB - Surgical Oncology

Hospital Address :

Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, PRESS ENCLAVE ROAD, Saket Institutional Area, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Umasankar Tantravahi

Surgical Oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr. Umasankar Tantravahi is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 5 Years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. Umasankar Tantravahi is part of:

  • Indian Association of Surgical oncology
  • Asia-Pacific Society of Thyroid Surgery

Qualifications :

  • M.Ch (Surgical Oncology) Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
  • MS (General Surgery) PGIMER, Chandigarh
  • MBBS Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad

Hospital Address :

Yashoda Hospitals - Malakpet, Jamal Colony, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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Dr. R Suchitra

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

11 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi, English

 


Dr. R Suchitra is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. R Suchitra is part of:

  • Association of Gynecology association of India
  • Andhra Pradesh Medical Council
  • Federation of Obs and Gynec societies of India

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Gynaec. Oncology

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS Obs and Gynaec

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Sahyadri Layout, Panduranga Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Dr. Sudha Sinha

Radiation oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Sudha Sinha is a specialized Medical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with American Oncology Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sudha Sinha is part of:

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology

Certifications :

  • Intern in Internal Medicine at St. Barnabas Medical Center Livingston, NJ. USA from 1998 – 1999
  • Resident in Internal Medicine at Barnabas Medical Center Livingston, NJ. USA from 1999- 2001
  • Fellowship in Hematology and Oncology from Caritas St. Elizabeth's Medical Center Tufts University School of Medicine Boston, MA. USA from 2002 – 2005
  • Chief Fellow, Division of Hematology/Oncology at Caritas St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. USA from 2004-2005

Qualifications :

  • MBBS from Gandhi Medical College, University of Health Sciences, Hyderabad in 1996

Hospital Address :

American Oncology Institute, Nallagandla, Serilingampally, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Sudha Sinha?

  • An acclaimed medical oncologist, Dr Sudha Sinha has more than 18 years of experience in providing effective treatments for conditions such as gynecological cancers, breast cancer, hematological malignancies, and genitourinary diseases. She has expertise in chemotherapy, stem cell transplants and bone marrow biopsies.
  • Dr Sinha completed a Fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the Caritas St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA.
  • Dr Sinha is a remarkable member of the Indian Medical Association and the European Society of Medical Oncology.
  • She has published more than 30 scientific articles in prestigious Indian and International journals. Her publications include:
    1. Digumarti R, Sinha S, Nirni SS, Patil SG, Pedapenki RM. Indian J Cancer. 2014 Apr-Jun;51(2):180-3. Efficacy of rasburicase (recombinant urate oxidase) in the prevention and treatment of malignancy-associated hyperuricemia: an Indian experience.
    2. Anuradha V, Anand BB, Suresh AV, Sinha S, Babu SC, Suresh K.Indian J Med Paediatr Oncol. 2013 Jan;34(1):11-5. Palliative chemotherapy in head and neck squamous cell cancer – What is best in the Indian population? A time without symptoms, treatment toxicity score-based study.
    3. Suresh AV, Varma PP, Sinha S, Deepika S, Raman R, Srinivasan M, Mandapal T, Reddy CO, Anand BB. J Cancer Res Ther. 2010 Oct-Dec;6(4):448-51.Risk-scoring system for predicting mucositis in patients of head and neck cancer receiving concurrent chemoradiotherapy.
  • She is registered with the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council.
  • Dr Sinha has been bestowed with several laurels owing to her excellence in the field. She won the Civil Society Hall of Fame in 2015, the Shining Star Award, Ladies Circle of India in 2015 and the Resident Research Scholarship Award from the St. Barnabas Medical Center in 2001.
Dr. Ashok Komaranchath

Radiation oncologist

, Kochi, India

13 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam , English

 


Dr. Ashok Komaranchath is a specialized Medical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kochi, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Aster Medicity.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ashok Komaranchath is part of:

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • European Society for Medical Oncology

Qualifications :

  • FRCP (Royal College of Physicians, Glasgow)
  • MRCP in Medical Oncology (European Society for Medical Oncology – ESMO)
  • DM in Medical Oncology (Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore)
  • MRCP (Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom)
  • MD in General Medicine (Kasturba Medical College, Manipal)
  • MBBS (Govt. Medical College, Calicut)

Hospital Address :

Aster Medcity Hospital, South Chittoor, Kochi, Kerala, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ashok Komaranchath?

  • Dr Ashok Komaranchath is a distinguished oncologist with 10 years of experience. He is capable of providing advanced treatments for a range of cancers including lymphomas, solid tumours, myelomas, and gastrointestinal and lung cancers. His areas of expertise are targeted therapy, genomic-based therapy, and immunotherapy.
  • Dr Komaranchath is a prestigious member of organizations such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the European Society for Medical Oncology. He is also an ambassador of the European Association for Cancer Research(EACR).
  • He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow(FRCP) and a Member of the Royal College of Physicians(MRCP).
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Ashok has published more than 16 scientific articles in reputed journals. Some of his publications include:
    1. An analysis of the demographic profile, clinical manifestations, investigations and outcome of paediatric myelodysplastic syndrome: A single centre, cross-sectional study.
    2. Endometrial Metastasis from an Occult Colonic Primary presenting with Massive Ascites.
    3. Demographic profile of pediatric osteosarcoma in south India: A single institution experience.
Dr. Narendra Agarwal

Surgical Oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Narendra Agarwal is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in DelhiNCR, India. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Memorial Research Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Narendra Agarwal is part of:

  • Member of Indian society of Thoracic surgery (ISTS)
  • Member of Europen society of Thoracic Surgery( ESTS)
  • Member of Asian thoracoscopic education program (ATEP)
  • Member of Indian Association of Gastro Endoscopic Surgeons(IAGES)

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery - National University of Singapore, Singapore, 2013

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India, 2003
  • FCPS - General Surgery - College of physicians and Surgeons Mumbai, 2010
  • MS - General Surgery - DY Patil University, 2007

Hospital Address :

FMRI, Sector 45, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. K Syed Akram

Oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. K Syed Akram is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. K Syed Akram is part of:

  • Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
  • American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
  • European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
  • American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • International Association for the study of Lung cancer (IASLC)
  • Radiology society of North America (RSNA)
  • Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)
  • Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)
  • International Association for Hospice and Palliative Care (IAHPC)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS,
  • MD (Radiation Oncology)

Hospital Address :

Yashoda Hospitals - Malakpet, Jamal Colony, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Dr. Akhter Jawade

Oncologist

, Kolkata, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Akhter Jawade is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in kolkata, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - R.G.Kar Medical College (C.U), 1997
  • MD Radiotherapy - Calcutta University, 2005

Hospital Address :

Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Canal Circular Road, Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kadapara, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Dr. Arvind Kumar Chauhan

Surgical Oncologist

, Delhi, India

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Arvind Kumar Chauhan is one of the foremost Surgical Oncologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 21 years of experience and is associated with Pushpawati Singhania Research Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Arvind Kumar Chauhan is part of:

  • Indian Academy Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
  • Society of endoscopic & laparoscopic surgeons of India

Certifications :

  • Laparoscopic Colo-Rectal surgery training (B Braun academy, Bali, Indonesia)-2009
  • Fellowship Onco-Surgery
  • Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopy & Onco-Surgery

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Pushpawati Singhania Research Institute, Phase II, Sheikh Sarai, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Arvind Kumar Chauhan

  • Specialisation in Esophagectomy, gynaecological, and colorectal resections, etc.
  • Conditions as Lung Cancer, Mixed Gliomas, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Ovarian Cancer, and Meningiomas etc.
  • Learned "Art of Laparoscopy and Laparoscopic Onco-surgery" from laparoscopic surgeons and Fellowship in Oncosurgery, AIIMS, New Delhi, and Galaxy Care, Pune.
  • Training at National Cancer Center in Tokyo, Seoul National University in S. Korea, in laparoscopic upper gastrointestinal surgery and laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
  • He has done 10,000 plus laparoscopic procedures with an experience of 18 plus years in the surgical field, with 13 years as a laparoscopic surgeon.
  • Among the country's initial surgeons to do laparoscopic whipple's procedure, done liver resections, live surgery demonstrations at international surgical workshops.
  • Dr. Arvind is a faculty member for laparoscopic and robotic cancer surgery training programmes in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh.
Dr. Parveen Yadav

Surgical Oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Parveen Yadav is one of the most skillful Surgical Oncologist in Gurugram, India. The clinician holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Artemis Health Institute .

Association and Memberships Dr. Parveen Yadav is part of:

  • Association of Surgeon of India ( ASI)
  • Association For Gastrointestinal Endoscopic surgeon of India(IAGES)
  • Indian Association for Palliative Care

Certifications :

  • FAIS
  • FAIGES
  • Surgical Oncology (AIIMS)
  • HBNI Fellowship in Thoracic Surgery (TATA Memorial Hospital, Mumbai)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Artemis Hospitals, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Tejinder Kataria

Oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Tejinder Kataria is one of the most sought after Radiation Oncologist in Gurugram, India. The doctor holds over 28 years of experience and is associated with Medanta - The Medicity.

Association and Memberships Dr. Tejinder Kataria is part of:

  • Indian College of Radiation Oncology
  • Association of Radiation Oncologists of India
  • Indian Society of Radiation Biology
  • Association of Medical Physicists of India
  • American Society of Radiation Oncology
  • European Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • DNB
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Medanta The Medicity, Medicity, Islampur Colony, Sector 38, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Tejinder Kataria

  • Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy, Image Guided, Radiotherapy, Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy, and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT).
  • Dr. Kataria joined the Medanta Cancer Institute in October 2009 and was pivotal in the establishment of the radiation oncology division.
  • She has played a key role in the establishment of the radiation oncology departments at Artemis Health Institute in 2007, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute in 1996.
  • DNB Radiotherapy, National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 1993, M.D. Radiotherapy, PGI, Chandigarh in 1987, and M.B.B.S, Indira Gandhi Medical College, New Delhi 1984.
  • She is a member of ICRO, AROI, ISRB, AMPI, ASRO, and ESTRO.
  • She is the recipient of numerous awards and her research papers have been published in many journals.
Dr. Dodul Mondal

Oncologist

, Delhi, India

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Dodul Mondal is one of the leading Radiation Oncologist in New Delhi, India. The medical specialist holds over 13 years of experience and is associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Dodul Mondal is part of:

  • National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
  • Indian College of Radiation Oncology (ICRO)

Certifications :

  • UICC Fellow (USA) Fellow, Proton Beam Therapy and Precision Radiation Oncology, Cancer Institute of New Jersey, USA

Qualifications :

  • DNB
  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Dodul Mondal

  • Breast Cancer Management, Brachytherapy (Internal Radiation Therapy), and Treatment of Central Nervous System Tumors.
  • Treatments as Radiotherapy, Transarterial Chemoembolization - TACE, and IMRT.
  • Dr. Dodul Mondal is a clinical oncologist and radiation oncologist who has worked with proton beam therapy at one of top university hospitals in the USA.
  • His present association is as Consultant Associate Director, Radiation Oncology, Max Institute of Cancer Care, Max Super Specialty Hospital in Saket, Delhi.
  • Dr. Mondal has worked in TMH, Mumbai, AIIMS, New Delhi, and the SGPGI, Lucknow.
  • Cancer Institute of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Rutgers University for fellowship in Precision Radiation Oncology and Proton Beam Therapy.
Dr. K Satish Srinivas

Oncologist

, Chennai, India

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Tamil , English

 


Dr K Satish Srinivas is one of the leading Radiation Oncologist in Chennai, India. The medical practitioner holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre .

Association and Memberships Dr. K Satish Srinivas is part of:

  • Association of Radiation Oncologists of India

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, Sri Ramachandra Nagar, Porur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. K Satish Srinivas

  • Treats cancers such as head and neck cancer, breast and gynec cancer, and colorectal cancer with ionising radiation such as megavoltage X-rays or radionuclides.
  • Dr. K Sathish Srinivas works at HCG and VS Hospital in Chennai as a radiation oncologist.
  • He is a highly qualified medical practitioner who holds MBBS and MD degrees from reputable universities.
  • Dr. K Sathish Srinivas' understands recent breakthroughs in the field of radiation oncology by attending conferences and workshops the world over.
  • He has a membership from AROI (State Chapter and National Life Member).
  • He is a part of research projects and is credited with various research publications.
Dr. Shyama Prasanna Satpathy

Oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Shyama Prasanna Satpathy is one of the top Radiation Oncologist in Hyderabad, India. The clinician holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. Shyama Prasanna Satpathy is part of:

  • Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
  • European Society for Radiotherapy & Oncology (ESTRO)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Yashoda Hospitals - Malakpet, Jamal Colony, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Shyama Prasanna Satpathy

  • Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Lung Tumours, Brain Tumours, and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Brain Cancer etc. constitute the medical expertise.
  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) and Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRT) are popular procedures by Dr. Satpathy.
  • Dr. Shyama Prasanna Satpathy is a member of Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) and European Society for Radiotherapy & Oncology (ESTRO).
  • He has worked with TATA Memorial Hospital and Acharya Tulsi Regional Cancer Treatment Center, Rajasthan.
  • He is credited with a number of research articles on his area of specialty.
  • He has completed his MBBS from Berhampur University, Odisha in 2005 and MD in Radiation Oncology from Sardar Patel Medical College, Bikaner in 2011.

Top Cancer Specialist in India

About Cancer Specialist in India

Cancer specialists, also called oncologists, are doctors specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer. There are different types of cancer specialists based on the specific area or region they specialize in. For example, a cancer specialist diagnoses treat, and prevents the disorders of the blood, bone marrow, and lymph nodes are Hematologists. A cancer specialist works in coordination with various healthcare experts for special cancer care.

If cancer is detected in a patient with symptoms of cancer, the oncologist designs a treatment plan for you based on his evaluation with the details of the type of cancer you have, what is the stage of cancer, how fast it is likely to grow, and what parts of your body are or likely to get affected.

A cancer specialist manages a patient’s care throughout the course of the treatment starting with the diagnosis, including:

  • Explaining the cancer diagnosis and stage.
  • Discussing all the treatment options and his or her preferred choice.
  • Helping a patient manage the symptoms & side effects of cancer and cancer treatment

Procedures Performed by Cancer Specialist in India

Some of the major procedures performed by a cancer specialist surgeon are:

  • Cancer Surgery
  • Stem Cell Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • External Beam Radiation or Brachytherapy
  • Bone marrow transplant
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Targeted drug therapy
  • Cryoablation
  • Radiofrequency ablation
  • Clinical trials
  • Precision Medication

Top Cancer Specialists in India

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Vikas GoswamiMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad
Dr. Tapaswini PradhanFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Dinesh PendharkarSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Gagan SainiMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad
Dr. Tanuj Paul BhatiaSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Hemkant VermaSharda Hospital, Greater Noida
Dr. Shivam Vatsal AgarwalSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Vedant KabraManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Cancer Specialist in India

Dealing with cancer is a challenging and distressing task. Different doctors may propose different treatment options when you consult them. Online consultation with the best oncologist, anywhere in the world could give you a legitimate and trustworthy specialized opinion. Patients can not only acquire the knowledge they need without leaving the nation, but they can also learn about the finest treatment options for a quick recovery. India is nowhere lagging behind when it comes to advanced cancer treatment. We’ve compiled some of the major reasons to avail an online consultation with a cancer specialist in India-

  • India is one of the world's finest cancer treatment destinations.
  • India excels at providing high-quality healthcare services to international patients at a minimal cost.
  • Due to its cost-effectiveness and treatment from recognized facilities, India attracts a large audience from all over the world every year for various surgeries and post-surgical therapies.
  • Indian hospitals & doctors excel in oncology, cardiology, and cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacements, cosmetic treatments, dental care, Orthopedic surgery, and more.
  • The Indian healthcare sector is extensive and well-developed, notably in cities such as Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Delhi.
  • New discoveries, breakthroughs, and continual developments in cancer treatment have radically altered the trajectory of patient care in India.
  • The premier cancer hospitals have highly experienced oncologists. Patients with cancer may benefit from consultations with such specialists because they will be able to obtain the best treatment combinations with the highest success rates.
  • Multiple board-certified oncologists across the country have the expertise and advanced training to determine the best therapy combination for each patient based on important parameters such as the type of cancer, the stage of the disease, the patient's age, and other factors.
  • The treatment options provided by most cancer care facilities/institutes in the country are on par with the treatment offered by most developed countries.
  • Everything from screening and diagnostic services to expert consultation, innovative treatment, and rehabilitation services would be available under one roof at any leading cancer hospital in India
  • The best cancer treatment in India is provided by oncologists who use a variety of innovative approaches and techniques, such as radiation therapy, advanced diagnostic tools, and minimally invasive surgical treatments developed via wide research.
  • When it comes to introducing these innovations to their patients, cancer specialists are leaving no stone left.
  • Targeted therapy and immunotherapy, for example, have proven to be valuable enhancements to India's existing cancer treatment options.
  • Cancer specialists in India are members of various national and international organizations such as the Indian Society of Oncology, ISCO, IASO, AGO, and many more
  • Language is a crucial feature that attracts a large number of foreign tourists to India for medical and health tourism. India has a large populace of English-speaking doctors, guides, and medical staff. This makes it easier for foreigners to communicate well with Indian doctors.

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Who is a Cancer Specialist?

An oncologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer. If you have cancer, a cancer specialist will design a treatment plan based on pathology reports that say what type of cancer you have, up to what extent it has developed, how quickly it is likely to spread, and what body parts are affected.

As most cancers are treated through a combination of therapies, you could see several different kinds of cancer specialists during the course of your treatment. The types of cancer specialists include:

Medical oncologists: Medical oncologists treat cancer using hormonal therapies, chemotherapy, biological therapies, and other targeted treatments. People often consider a medical oncologist as their primary cancer doctor.

Radiation oncologists: Radiation oncologists use high-energy photon beams to destroy cancer cells.

Surgical oncologists: A surgical oncologist may be the first doctor you may see if your primary care physician thinks that you have cancer. Surgical oncologists often perform a biopsy, which involves the removal of a small section of tissues to check for cancer cells.

Pediatric oncologists: A pediatric oncologist specializes in certain types of cancer, and conducts research on childhood cancers.

Gynecologic oncologists: Gynecologic oncologists can treat cancers that affect women, such as cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.

Hematologist-oncologist: Doctors who specialize in treating blood cancers likely lymphoma and leukemia are called hematologists, because they may treat blood disorders that are not cancer, like hemophilia and sickle cell anemia.

What are the qualifications of a Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist must choose a specific discipline to have expertise in a particular type of procedure. The minimum educational qualification for becoming a cancer specialist is a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Degree from an accredited university or college.

Students after passing their 12th class in the science stream need to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university. Candidates have to appear in entrance tests for getting admission in the very courses related to oncology.

Then go for an MBBS degree, after which you do a three-year:

a) M.S., followed by a three-year M.Ch. Program

b) M.D. (Medicine/ Paediatrics), topped up with a DM (Medical Oncology) qualification

c) M.D. in Radiotherapy. If you can’t do M.S. or M.D., opt for a DNB

A Master’s degree is given more credit in offering jobs or becoming a specialist in Oncology. After passing their graduation candidates can have this post-graduation course from a recognized institute in the country. Here, they are introduced about the details of topics regarding Oncology or other aspects of it which are given below-

Master’s Degree Courses-

M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology)

D.M. (Medical Oncology)

What conditions do Cancer Specialists treat?

Cancer specialistscan treat different types of cancer as given below:

  • Bladder, kidney, and other genitourinary cancers
  • Brain tumors
  • Leukemia and other blood cancers
  • Lung cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Cervical, uterine, ovarian, and other gynecologic cancers
  • Pancreatic, Colorectal, stomach, and other gastrointestinal cancers
  • Thyroid, Oral, esophageal, and other head and neck cancers
  • Testicular and prostate cancer
  • Skin cancer such as melanoma
What diagnostic tests are required by Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist suggests certain diagnostic test(s) to confirm the presence of cancer. Some common tests for cancer detection are as follows:

  • Biopsy: Tissue sample is studied to diagnose cancer.
  • Breast MRI: Imaging test is used to detect breast tissue.
  • Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: It is a type of imaging test used to detect and learn more about cancer.
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG) and Echocardiogram: Tests to find problems with the valves, heart muscle, or rhythm.
  • Mammogram: A mammogram is an X-ray used to detect cancer in breast tissue.
  • Ultrasound: An ultrasound is used to locate tumors by revealing their exact location in the body.
  • Positron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography (PET-CT) Scans: It is also known as a PET scan, which is a type of diagnostic test used in cancer treatment.
  • Colonoscopy: A colonoscopy is a way to can see the entire large intestine.
  • Bone Scan: It is a test that can help a cancer specialist diagnose problems with your bones.
When should you visit a Cancer Specialist?

Cancer can affect different tissues in the body, producing various signs and symptoms, such as fatigue, weight loss, a persistent cough, and skin changes. Anyone who experiences continuous or worrisome symptoms should consult a cancer specialist immediately. You should visit a cancer specialist if you experience any of the below symptoms:

  • Breast changes: Breast cancer often results in visible changes in the breast tissue.
  • Vaginal bleeding between periods: Irregular vaginal bleeding might signal endometrial or cervical cancers
  • Testicular lumps: A hard, painless lump inside the testicle may indicate testicular cancer.
  • Bowel changes: A persistent change in bowel habits may signal cancers of the rectum or colon, which are collectively referred to as colorectal cancers.
  • Rectal bleeding: Colorectal cancers can lead to bleeding in the digestive system. Stools could contain visible blood or look darker than usual.
  • Urinary changes: Any change in urinary habits is a symptom of both bladder and prostate cancers.
  • Skin cancer: Skin cancer can appear on any part of the skin. However, it mostly appears in areas that have exposure to the sun, like the face, arms, neck, and hands.
  • Lung cancer: Lung cancer may not always produce visible symptoms in its early stages. If symptoms appear, people may mistake them for cold or acute respiratory infections.
What can you expect from your first visit with a Cancer Specialist?

When a patient visits a clinic for the first consultation, the cancer specialist will do a thorough examination. Then, the oncologist will ask some questions and review the patient’s detailed health history. This will include an assessment of the tests and scans the patient might have had beforehand. The cancer specialist can then develop a treatment strategy that suits the patient.

At the first appointment, the cancer specialist will talk to the patient about treatment options. The oncologist will tell which ones are available at present, what the side effects may be, and how effective they are. Then the specialist will recommend a course and then suggest when the treatments should start.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Cancer Specialist?
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Targeted drug therapy
  • Cryoablation
  • Cancer Surgery
  • Stem Cell Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Clinical trials
  • Precision Medication
  • Bone marrow transplant
  • Radiofrequency ablation

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