Best Lung Cancer Doctors in India for Australians

Dr. Ranjita Pawar is the Director and Psychologist at ZorbaCare in Pune. She specializes in addiction recovery, family therapy, and adolescent mental health. Dr. Pawar holds a PhD in Psychology and an MSc in Applied Psychology from NMIMS, Mumbai. She leads the psychotherapy programs at ZorbaCare, an ISO 9001:2015 certified facility.

• Treats alcohol, drug, and opioid use disorders.
• Treats mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression that occur during recovery.
• Conducts family therapy sessions to improve communication and prevent relapse.
• Directs a team at a clinic serving patients across Mumbai and Pune.

Professor Sabyasachi Bal is a dedicated specialist in thoracic surgery, focusing on surgical interventions for tumours within the chest and lungs.

• Specialises in thoracic surgery – treating tumours of the lungs and chest wall
• Expertise in endocrine surgery for managing hormone-related glands
• Performs complex procedures at Fortis Gurgaon, a major multi-specialty centre
• Focuses on precise surgical techniques for managing advanced-stage lung cases

Professor Vadhiraja B. M. is a senior radiation oncologist at Manipal Hospitals, where he specialises in pinpointing and treating lung tumours.

• Uses stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) – high-dose radiation that targets tumours while protecting healthy lung tissue
• Performs image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) to account for breathing movements during treatment
• Specialises in managing lung cancer at various stages using non-invasive techniques
• Focuses on precision-based oncology to reduce side effects for patients

Dr Sridhar P.S. is a specialist radiation oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre, board-certified by the National Board of Examination.

• Specialises in radiotherapy and neuro-oncology for treating tumours throughout the body
• Uses targeted radiation to destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Member of the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology for heat-based treatment
• Active member of the Association of Radiation Oncology of India

Professor Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He focuses on thoracic surgical oncology for tumours within the chest and lungs.

• Trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in surgical oncology
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (MRCS)
• Coordinates over 200 clinical trials for new cancer therapies
• Teaches breast and thoracic surgery at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
• Specialises in surgeries that preserve healthy tissue and improve recovery

Dr Chaitainya Borde has managed over 30,000 PET-CT scans, bringing massive diagnostic experience to the team at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in nuclear medicine scans to pinpoint the exact location and spread of lung tumours
• Uses PET-CT imaging for precise staging to help guide specific treatment plans
• Expert in Lu-177 radionuclides – a targeted therapy that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells
• Research published in medical journals focusing on nuclear imaging and diagnostic accuracy

Dr Shruti Kate is a lung cancer expert who worked as a consultant at the illustrious Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer institution.

• Recognised internationally for research presented at the World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC)
• Uses immunotherapy – a treatment that triggers the immune system to fight cancer cells
• Specialises in metronomic therapy – frequent, low-dose drug delivery to manage advanced tumours
• Member of the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASCLC)
• Trained at Lady Hardinge Medical College and Maulana Azad Medical College

Dr Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre who specialises in the molecular basis of lung tumours.

• Focuses on targeted therapies – medications that attack specific cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Completed oncology training at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Lectured at the International Winter School of Oncology programme at AIIMS
• Presented clinical research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco
• Experienced in managing both routine and complex medical oncology cases

Professor Raja Sundaram has successfully performed over 15,000 surgical procedures, making him one of the most prolific surgical oncologists in the region.

• Specialises in surgical management of tumours at Global Hospital Chennai
• Manages both routine and highly complex oncology cases
• Focuses on precise surgical techniques for lung malignancies
• Experienced in multi-disciplinary care for solid tumour management

Professor Dabas is a leading thoracic specialist who has performed over 8,000 surgeries for head, neck, and chest tumours. He currently serves as the Director of Surgical Oncology and Chief of Robotic Surgery at BLK Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in robotic lung surgery to remove tumours through tiny incisions for less post-operative pain
• Expert in treating mediastinum tumours located in the difficult-to-reach area between the lungs
• Manages complex oesophageal cancer cases requiring precise surgical intervention
• Member of the International Guild of Endoscopic and Robotic Head and Neck Surgery
• Former Department Director at Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Dr Mohanti leads the Radiation Oncology Department at Fortis Memorial Research Institute – a top-tier hospital for oncology care.

• Specialises in radiation therapy for Managing lung cancer tumours
• Translates research into clinical practice as a senior radiation oncologist
• Expert in multidisciplinary care for lung cancer cases
• Coordinates complex treatment plans with medical and surgical oncologists

Dr Vedant Kabra leads the Oncological Surgery department at Fortis Memorial Research Institute – a major centre for surgical oncology.

• Specialises in surgical resection for cancer, including complex tumour removal
• Oversees MDT meetings to coordinate surgical, medical, and radiation treatments
• Former surgical lead at several high-volume tertiary hospitals
• Holds senior leadership roles within the department to ensure surgical safety and standards