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Dr. Mandeep Malhotra

Delhi, India

Surgical Oncologist • 19 years experience

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Mandeep Malhotra, MBBS, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 19 years of professional experience. Mandeep Malhotra areas of expertise include Breast Cancer, Larynx Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Junior Resident - GMC
  • Senior Resident - BMHRC
  • Senior Resident - AIIMS
  • Associate Consultant - Fortis Memorial Research Institute
  • Head - Surgical Oncology at Artemis Health Institute
  • Consultant & Head- Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj
Dr. Stalin Ramprakash

, India, Bangalore

Hematologist • 24 years experience

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Stalin Ramprakash, MBBS, is a Hematologist based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 24 years of professional experience. Stalin Ramprakash areas of expertise include Thalassemia, Neuromuscular Disorders, Various Autoimmune Diseases, Multiple Myeloma, Sickle Cell Disease.

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  • Consultant - Sankalp India Foundation, India
Dr. Bharath G

, India, Bangalore

Surgical Oncologist • 17 years experience

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Bharath G, MBBS, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 17 years of professional experience. Bharath G areas of expertise include Colon Cancer, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases, Ependymomas, Mixed Gliomas, Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis.

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  • Fortis Hospital, bangalore
  • Oncology India Hospital, Bangalore

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Dr. P L Kariholu

, India, Noida

Surgical Oncologist • 35 years experience

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P L Kariholu, M.B.B.S, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Noida, India. The doctor has 35 years of professional experience. P L Kariholu areas of expertise include Meningiomas, Chronic Pancreatitis, Breast Cancer, Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis, Pancreatic Head Cancer.

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  • Chairman P.G board of studies, Member Board of management B.L.D.E University, Academic Council,
Dr. Anil Kumar M R

, India, Bangalore

Oncologist • 16 years experience

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Anil Kumar M R, MBBS, is a Radiation Oncologist based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 16 years of professional experience. Anil Kumar M R areas of expertise include Tumors, Abnormalities in the Brain, Eye Cancer, Spine Tumours, Breast Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Consultant - Apollo Hospital, HCG, Baptist Hospital
  • Consultant - BGS Global Hospital
  • Registrar - Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology
Dr. Nalini Rao

, India, Bangalore

Oncologist • 45 years experience

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Nalini Rao, MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, is a Radiation Oncologist based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 45 years of professional experience. Nalini Rao areas of expertise include Cervical Cancer, Abnormalities in the Brain, Spine Tumours, Brain Cancer, Lung Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Senior Resident - Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore
  • Consultant Radiation Oncology - Seven Hills Hospital, Mumbai
Dr. Narendra S

, India, Bangalore

Urologist • 26 years experience

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Narendra S, MBBS, is a Urosurgeon based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 26 years of professional experience. Narendra S areas of expertise include Male Sterilization or Contraception, To restore Fertility in Males, Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.

Work Experiences

  • Practices at BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital
Dr. G Vamshi Krishna Reddy

, India, Hyderabad

Radiation oncologist • 20 years experience

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G Vamshi Krishna Reddy, MS, is a Medical Oncologist based in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. G Vamshi Krishna Reddy areas of expertise include Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Oligodendrogliomas, Pancreatic Cancer, Metastatic Cancer, Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma).

Work Experiences

  • 2010 - Present: Consultant Surgical Oncology
  • 2010 - 2012: Clinical Observership
  • 2009 - 2010: Fellowship Surgical GI Oncology
  • 2008 - 2009: Sr. Registrar in M.Ch Surgical Oncology
  • 2005 - 2006: Laproscopic surgery fellowship
Dr. S Jagadesh Chandra Bose

, India, Chennai

Surgical Oncologist • 41 years experience

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S Jagadesh Chandra Bose, MBBS, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 41 years of professional experience. S Jagadesh Chandra Bose areas of expertise include Ependymomas, Mixed Gliomas, Meningiomas, Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Dr. S. Jagadesh Chandra Bose practices in Sri Ramachandra Hospital in Chennai.
  • VS Hospital.
Dr. Malay Nandy

, India, Noida

Surgical Oncologist • 31 years experience

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Malay Nandy, MBBS, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Noida, India. The doctor has 31 years of professional experience. Malay Nandy areas of expertise include Colorectal or Colon Cancer, Oligodendrogliomas, Pancreatic Cancer, Lung Cancer, Stomach Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Sr. Consultant and HOD (Hemato Medical Oncology) - Dharamshila Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Delhi (1994-2004)
  • Sr. Consultant (Hemato Medical Oncology) – Fortis Hospital, Noida (2004-2009)
  • Sr. Consultant and Director (Hemato Medical Oncology) – Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali (Formerly Pushpanjali Crossley Hospital, Vaishali) : 2009 - 2016
Dr. Darshit Dalal

, India, Ahmedabad

Surgical Oncologist • 31 years experience

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Darshit Dalal, MBBS, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Ahmedabad, India. The doctor has 31 years of professional experience. Darshit Dalal areas of expertise include Ovarian Cancer, Breast Cancer, Oral or Mouth Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors.

Work Experiences

  • Working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment.
Dr. Ashok Vaid

, India, Gurgaon

Radiation oncologist • 36 years experience

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Ashok Vaid, MBBS - Jammu University, 1984, is a Medical Oncologist based in Gurgaon, India. The doctor has 36 years of professional experience. Ashok Vaid areas of expertise include Lymphoma, Brain Cancer, Congenital Neutropenia, Colorectal or Colon Cancer, Mixed Gliomas.

Work Experiences

  • 1987 - 1989 Senior Residency at Govt. Medical College, Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir, India 1987-1989
  • 1990 - 1991 Senior Resident at Dept. of Clinical Immunology, SGPGI, Lucknow, UP, India Jan - Apr 1990
  • 1990 - 1991 Senior Resident at Dept. of Medical Oncology, All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), New Delhi, India. 1990-1991
  • 1991 - 1993 Chairman at Division of Medical & Paediatric Oncology, Haematology & Bone Marrow / Stem Cell Transplant Medanta The Medicity, Gurgaon 2009 till date
  • 1994 - 1997 Consultant at Medical Oncologist & Lecturer Dept. of Internal Medicine Govt. Medical College, Jammu, J&K, India
  • 1997 - 2007 Sr. Consultant at Dept. of Medical Oncology, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, Delhi, India
  • 2007 - 2009 Head, Dept at Medical Oncology, Artemis Health Institute, Gurgaon, India
Dr. Praveen Kumar Garg

, India, Delhi

Surgical Oncologist • 31 years experience

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Praveen Kumar Garg, MBBS, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 31 years of professional experience. Praveen Kumar Garg areas of expertise include Mixed Gliomas, Ovarian Cancer, Oral or Mouth Cancer, Ependymomas, Oligodendrogliomas.

Work Experiences

  • Senior Consultant Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, N.Delhi March 2012 till date
  • Senior Consultant Batra Hospital,N. Delhi July2004 till March 2012
  • Associate Consultant Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals,N.Delhi May 2003 to June 2004
  • Asst.ProfCancer(Oncosurgery) Institute,Adyar,Chennai Oct 2002 to Jan 2003
  • Senior Resident Cancer Institute,Adyar,Chennai Aug.1999 to March 2000
  • Senior Resident S.N. Medical College,Agra June 1998 to June 1999
  • Senior Resident Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, N.Delhi March1998 to May 1998
  • Senior Resident Maulana Azad Medical College,N. Delhi Oct. 1997 to Dec 1
  • Senior Resident Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute,N. Delhi May 1997 to Oct. 1997
Dr. Urvashi Jha

, India, Delhi

Surgical Oncologist • 44 years experience

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Urvashi Jha, MBBS, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 44 years of professional experience. Urvashi Jha areas of expertise include Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Female Infertility, Ovarian Cancer, Breast Cancer, Oral or Mouth Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Presently, Director, Dept of Minimal and Natural Access Gynae and Gynae Cancer Surgery (MNAGCS), Fortis Hospital, Vasantkunj, New Delhi
  • Director, Dept of Gynae-Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Gurgaon
  • Director institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Max Hospitals, New Delhi and NCR (2009-11)
  • Senior Consultant Gynaecologist, Laparoscopic and Gynae-Onco- Surgeon, Dept of Obs and Gynae, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
  • Co-ordinator, Unit of Minimally Invasive Gynaecology (MIG), Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
  • Senior visiting consultant and unit II Incharge department of gynaeoncology, Dharamshila Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, New Delhi
  • Senior consultant, Co-ordinator Department of Gynaecology and Minimally Invasive Gynaecology (MIG), PD Hinduja Hospital and Research Centre, Bombay
Dr. Uma Dangi

, India, Mumbai

Radiation oncologist • 17 years experience

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Uma Dangi, MBBS - Grant Medical College, Mumbai, 2000, is a Medical Oncologist based in Mumbai, India. The doctor has 17 years of professional experience. Uma Dangi areas of expertise include Skin Cancer, Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors, Stomach Cancer, Rectal Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Fortis Hospital Mulund.
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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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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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