Doctors in India — Page 8

The doctor holds an MD in Radiation Oncology and serves as a consultant. Specializing in advanced cancer treatment techniques, the doctor offers services including Tomotherapy-H, Linear Accelerator, and Brachytherapy. These modalities are utilized to deliver precise radiation therapy, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues and enhancing treatment efficacy.

The doctor is a Senior Consultant in Anaesthesia with over 18 years of experience. Specializes in providing comprehensive anaesthesia services, ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgical procedures. The extensive experience in the field highlights a commitment to excellence in patient care and clinical practice.

Dr. Shruti Kate is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. She previously worked as a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Kate focuses on immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for treating solid and pediatric tumors. She was the sole recipient from India of the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer award.

• Specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.
• Proficient in complex procedures, including the Whipple surgery and chemotherapy management.
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
• Practices at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

The doctor graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University in 1996, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University in 2002. Further enhancing expertise, the doctor earned a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy in 2004.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, the Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing the field of oncology.

The doctor has 18 years of experience in radiotherapy, specializing in the treatment of malignant and benign tumors using conventional, 3DCRT, IMRT, and IGRT techniques.

Graduated with an MBBS from Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai, and completed an MD in Radiotherapy from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.

Expertise includes head and neck cancers, breast cancers, and gynecological cancers, with a focus on brachytherapy. The doctor has contributed to multiple journals and publications at both national and international levels.

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

The doctor has been awarded an MCh from TATA Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and completed an MS in General Surgery from B. J. Medical College, Pune. Specializing in Head & Neck Reconstruction, Breast Reconstruction, Trunk & Limb Reconstruction, Vascular Surgery, and Lymphedema Management, the doctor has performed over 1500 cases of Microvascular Tissue Transfer for Oncoreconstruction. The doctor is a lifetime member of the World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery, International Course on Supermicrosurgery, and the Indian Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.

Dr. Mohammed Rela is a specialist in liver transplants and hepatopancreatobiliary surgery. He has performed over 4,000 liver transplant procedures. Dr. Rela holds a Guinness World Record for transplanting a liver into a 5-day-old infant. He works at the Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre in Chennai.

• Maintains a success rate of up to 95% for liver transplant surgeries.
• Pioneered split liver transplantation in India for two recipients from one donor.
• Author of over 500 scientific publications in transplant surgery.
• Founder of his namesake facility equipped with robotic surgical systems.

Dr. Ravi Mohanka has performed over 1,300 transplants with an 88% patient survival rate. He is the Head of Liver Transplant and Hepato-Biliary Surgery at Global Hospital Mumbai. Dr. Mohanka specializes in liver, pancreas, and intestinal transplants for adults and children. He fits complex cases using laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques.

• Trained at the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute in the USA.
• Published 35 scientific articles and five book chapters on transplant surgery.
• Former surgeon at Medanta and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital.
• Treats liver cancer using advanced resection and transplantation methods.

The doctor is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist with a specialization in bone marrow transplantation. They have extensive experience in treating complex blood disorders and cancers in children. Their clinical focus includes the management of pediatric leukemia, lymphoma, and other hematologic malignancies. The doctor is recognized for their expertise in performing bone marrow transplants and has contributed to advancements in pediatric oncology through clinical research and innovation.

Dr. Jagannath Kulkarni is a surgical oncologist at Manipal Goa Hospital with 300+ successful operations. He holds a prestigious fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons, UK. Dr. Kulkarni specializes in robotic surgery, thyroidectomy, and complex Whipple procedures. He trained in surgical oncology at top-tier medical centers across India and abroad.

• Performs flexible robotic surgery and minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.
• Expert in bariatric surgery and gastrointestinal oncological operations.
• Published researcher in several national and international medical journals.
• Works at a NABH-accredited facility using IBM Watson for cancer treatment planning.

Dr. Vijay Kumar is a plastic surgeon and founder of Dr. VJs Cosmetic Surgery Clinic. He trained in the USA to refine his surgical skills. Dr. Kumar specializes in hair transplants, liposuction, and breast augmentation. He operates at a specialized facility in Visakhapatnam that serves patients from the USA and Europe.

• Specializes in Vaser liposuction and tummy tuck procedures.
• Performs complex breast augmentation and rhinoplasty surgeries.
• Member of the Delhi Medical Council of India.
• Graduated from Sambalpur University and the National Board of Education.

Dr. Mathew Jacob is a leading specialist in hepatobiliary surgery and organ transplantation at Aster CMI Hospital. He focuses on complex operations for cancers of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Dr. Jacob is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

• Specializes in liver transplantation and advanced hepatobiliary oncological surgery.
• Served as a transplant specialist at St. James's University Hospital in England.
• Former Chief Consultant of Hepatobiliary Surgery at BGS Global Hospitals.
• Completed a medical fellowship at Newcastle University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Dr. Kumara Swamy heads the Radiation Oncology department at Aster CMI Hospital in Bengaluru. He specializes in precise tumor treatment using the Truebeam STx robotic system. This technology irradiates tumors of any size with millimeter accuracy. Dr. Swamy completed specialized training in the USA and Germany.

• Awarded the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) prize.
• Author of over 40 publications in international scientific journals.
• Uses image-guided radiation therapy and tomotherapy techniques.
• Member of the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India.

Dr. Sonal Asthana is a senior transplant surgeon at Aster CMI Hospital in Bengaluru. He specializes in liver and kidney transplants and complex hepatobiliary surgeries. Dr. Asthana completed a clinical fellowship with the American Society of Transplant Surgeons. He is one of the few specialists treating diabetes through islet cell transplantation.

• Performs surgical treatments for diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
• Accredited by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons in Canada.
• Authored over 40 scientific papers published in international medical journals.
• Practices at Aster CMI Hospital, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.