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Dr. Shishir Seth, Haemato Oncologist Online

Dr. Shishir Seth

Haemato Oncologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM (Clinical Hematology)

You pay ₹ 2000

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₹ 120

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available at 2:30 AM

Available tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Dr. Rejiv Rajendran, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Rejiv Rajendran

Medical Oncologist

12 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English

Apollo Hospitals Cancer Centre Nandanam, Chennai

Available tomorrow

Available at 2:30 AM

Dr. Anita Ramesh, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Anita Ramesh

Medical Oncologist

22 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DCH, MD (RT), DNB (RT), DM, MSc (Oncology), MBA

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Hindi, Tamil

Apollo Speciality Hospitals Vanagaram, Tiruvallur

Available at 3:30 AM

Available at 2:30 AM

Dr. Philip George Kuttikat, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Philip George Kuttikat

Medical Oncologist

13 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Radiation Oncology - PGIMER), DM (Medical oncology - GCRI)

You pay ₹ 400

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₹ 24

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Hindi, English, Malayalam, Punjabi, Gujarati

Apollo Hospitals Karukutty, Ernakulam

Available tomorrow

Available at 3:00 AM

Dr. Vijay Agarwal, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Vijay Agarwal

Medical Oncologist

18 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, MRCP (UK), PHD (UK), CCT (UK) MEDICAL ONCOLOGY)

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 150

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English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr Muthu Kumaraswamy P K, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr Muthu Kumaraswamy P K

Medical Oncologist

40 YRS Exp.

MD, DM .,

You pay ₹ 550

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₹ 33

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English, Tamil

Apollo Speciality Hospitals KK Nagar, Madurai

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Venugopal Arroju, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Venugopal Arroju

Medical Oncologist

6 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM (Medical Oncology), MRCP (Medical Oncology), ECMO

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 850

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English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada

Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda, Hyderabad

Available tomorrow

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Brig S Viswanath, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Brig S Viswanath

Medical Oncologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS MD(Med), DM(Med Onco)

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada

Apollo Hospitals Cancer Centre Nandanam, Chennai

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Kirankumar Sajjanshetty, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Kirankumar Sajjanshetty

Medical Oncologist

6 YRS Exp.

MBBS,M.D. D.M. Medical Oncology and Haematology

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Kannada, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Naveen Ravel, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Naveen Ravel

Medical Oncologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD , DM

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Tamil, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Cancer Centre Nandanam, Chennai

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr Amit Pandey, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr Amit Pandey

Medical Oncologist

4 YRS Exp.

MD (Radiation Oncology) DM (Medical Oncology)

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Hindi

Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow

Available tomorrow

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Rekha Bansal, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Rekha Bansal

Medical Oncologist

5 YRS Exp.

DM (Medical Oncology)

You pay ₹ 700

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₹ 595

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. A Praveen, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. A Praveen

Medical Oncologist

5 YRS Exp.

MD, DM

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 850

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English, Telugu, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Ventrapati Pradeep, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Ventrapati Pradeep

Medical Oncologist

3 YRS Exp.

MBBS – Andhra Medical Collage MD, Radiotherapy – AIIMS, New Delhi DM, Medical Oncology – TMH, Mumbai

You pay ₹ 500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 75

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospital, Healthcity, Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam

Available tomorrow

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Animesh Agrawal, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Animesh Agrawal

Medical Oncologist

8 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Radiation Oncology), DM (Medical Oncology)

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Hindi

Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Venkata V Sampath, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Venkata V Sampath

Medical Oncologist

9 YRS Exp.

DM(Med. Onco.), MD, MBBS

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 850

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Animesh Saha, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Animesh Saha

Medical Oncologist

12 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD(Radiation Oncology), DNB(Radiation Oncology), MNAMS, PDCR, FRCR(Clinical Oncology, London), CESR(UK), PGCME(Dundee) Ex-Consultant Leeds Cancer Center, UK

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 850

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English, Hindi, Bengali

Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals , Kolkata, Kolkata

Available tomorrow

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. N. Aditya Murali, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. N. Aditya Murali

Medical Oncologist

10 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Gen Med), DM (Med Onco – Adyar Cancer Institute) DNB (Med Onco), MRCP – SCE (Med Onco)

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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Kannada, Tamil, Hindi, English

Apollo Hospitals Sheshadripuram, Bangalore

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. Devanand J, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Devanand J

Medical Oncologist

17 YRS Exp.

MD.,DM.,( Onco.)

You pay ₹ 600

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₹ 36

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Speciality Hospitals KK Nagar, Madurai

Available at 5:30 AM

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. Sujith Kumar Mullapally, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Sujith Kumar Mullapally

Medical Oncologist

9 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD,DNB- Radiation Oncology, DM- Medical Oncology

You pay ₹ 2000

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₹ 1850

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English, Hindi, Malayalam

Apollo Hospitals Proton Centre, Chennai

Available tomorrow

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Dipanjan Panda, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Dipanjan Panda

Medical Oncologist

10 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM

You pay ₹ 3000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 2850

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr. Sushree Parida, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Sushree Parida

Medical Oncologist

35 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Oncology Medical Oncologist. Senior Consultant - Medical Oncology

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Oriya, Odia, Hindi, Bengali, Bhojpuri

Apollo Hospitals Seepat Road, Bilaspur

Available in 2 days

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Tejinder Singh, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Tejinder Singh

Medical Oncologist

10 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD(Int. Med.),DM (Med. Onco.)

You pay ₹ 1500

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₹ 90

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English, Hindi, Marathi, Punjabi

Apollo Hospitals CBD Belapur, Mumbai

Available tomorrow

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Rushit S Shah, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Rushit S Shah

Medical Oncologist

4 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM (Medical Oncology)

You pay ₹ 1250

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₹ 75

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad

Available at 5:30 AM

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Kumar Gubbala, Gynaecological Oncologist Online

Dr. Kumar Gubbala

Gynaecological Oncologist

7 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MRCOG

You pay ₹ 2000

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₹ 1850

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English, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Proton Centre, Chennai

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 5:00 AM

Dr. Sarika Gupta, Gynaecological Oncologist Online

Dr. Sarika Gupta

Gynaecological Oncologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (OBGYN), Dip.(Minimally Access Surg), Fellow (Gynecologic Oncology)

You pay ₹ 1500

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₹ 90

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr R Srinath Bharadwaj, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr R Srinath Bharadwaj

Medical Oncologist

8 YRS Exp.

MBBS MD DM

You pay ₹ 800

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 120

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English

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available in 2 days

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Kalaichelvi, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Kalaichelvi

Medical Oncologist

23 YRS Exp.

MBBS MD,DM

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English

Apollo Hospitals Cancer Centre Nandanam, Chennai

Available tomorrow

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Sanjaya Kumar Mishra, Radiation Specialist Oncologist Online

Dr. Sanjaya Kumar Mishra

Radiation Specialist Oncologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD - Radiation Oncology , Senior Consultant- Radiation Oncology

You pay ₹ 800

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 680

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English, Hindi, Kannada, Oriya, Odia, Bengali, Punjabi, Bhojpuri

Apollo Hospitals Old Sainik School Road, Bhubaneswar

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 6:00 AM

Dr. Srinivas Chakravarthy Gummaraju, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Srinivas Chakravarthy Gummaraju

Medical Oncologist

21 YRS Exp.

MD Med(USA), DM Onc(USA), DM Heme(USA)

You pay ₹ 1500

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₹ 90

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available tomorrow

Available at 5:00 AM

Dr. Akash Shah, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Akash Shah

Medical Oncologist

7 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM (Medical Oncology)

You pay ₹ 1250

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₹ 75

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English, Hindi, Gujarati

Apollo Hospitals Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad

Available at 5:30 AM

Available tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Dr. S V S S Prasad, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. S V S S Prasad

Medical Oncologist

26 YRS Exp.

MBBS ; MD (Pediatrics), DM (Med. Onco.),BMT

You pay ₹ 1200

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₹ 1050

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available tomorrow

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Suresh Advani, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Suresh Advani

Medical Oncologist

43 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Gen. Med.), FICP, FNAMS

You pay ₹ 5000

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₹ 300

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals CBD Belapur, Mumbai

Available tomorrow

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Sthiti Das, Radiation Specialist Oncologist Online

Dr. Sthiti Das

Radiation Specialist Oncologist

14 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD- Radiation Oncologist (SCB Medical College), Fellowship High Precision Radiotherapy, Fortis Memorial research Institute (FMRI)

You pay ₹ 800

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₹ 120

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Hindi, English, Oriya, Bengali

Apollo Hospitals Old Sainik School Road, Bhubaneswar

Available tomorrow

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Ajay Gupta, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Ajay Gupta

Medical Oncologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS (MAMC), MD (Medicine) , DM (AIIMS-Medical Oncology), FRACP (Australia), CCST (UK)

You pay ₹ 1500

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₹ 1350

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Vishwanath S, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Vishwanath S

Medical Oncologist

10 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM (Med. Onco.) Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore

Available tomorrow

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Chinmaya Kumar Pani, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Chinmaya Kumar Pani

Medical Oncologist

17 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Medical Oncology, AIIMS, New Delhi), DM (Medical Oncology, JIPMER), Senior Consultant.

You pay ₹ 1500

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₹ 90

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English, Hindi, Oriya, Bengali, Odia, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, Santali

Apollo Hospitals Old Sainik School Road, Bhubaneswar

Available tomorrow

Available at 6:00 AM

Dr Litan Naha Biswas, Radiation Specialist Oncologist Online

Dr Litan Naha Biswas

Radiation Specialist Oncologist

11 YRS Exp.

MD (Radiotherapy)

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Hindi, Bengali

Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals , Kolkata, Kolkata

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr. P K Das

Medical Oncologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM

You pay ₹ 2000

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₹ 120

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr. Kumar Rishikesh, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Kumar Rishikesh

Medical Oncologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DNB (Medical Oncology), Fellow Medical Oncology & Hematology (Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University of Toronto)

You pay ₹ 1500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 90

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English, Hindi, Bengali, Maithili

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr. Harsh Dua, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Harsh Dua

Medical Oncologist

35 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD

You pay ₹ 2500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 150

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Dr. N. Aditya Murali

Medical Oncologist

10 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Gen Med), DM (Med Onco – Adyar Cancer Institute) DNB (Med Onco), MRCP – SCE (Med Onco)

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 150

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English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore

Available tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Dr. Salil Vijay Patkar, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Salil Vijay Patkar

Medical Oncologist

7 YRS Exp.

DM (Med. Onco.), MD ( Int. Med.) , MBBS.

You pay ₹ 1500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 1350

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English, Marathi

Apollo Hospitals CBD Belapur, Mumbai

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Dr. C Haritha, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. C Haritha

Medical Oncologist

21 YRS Exp.

MD, DM (Medical Oncology)

You pay ₹ 500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 425

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English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Gujarati

Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Nellore

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Dr. Tanmoy Mukhopadhyay, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Tanmoy Mukhopadhyay

Medical Oncologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Med.), MRCP, FRCP, FRCR (Rad. Onco.), CCT (Clinical Onco)

Starts at ₹ 1000

English, Bengali, Hindi

Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals , Kolkata, Kolkata

Available tomorrow

Available on Request

Dr Vaithiswaran Velayoudam, Surgical Oncologist Online

Dr Vaithiswaran Velayoudam

Surgical Oncologist

12 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MRCS, FAIS, FMAS

You pay ₹ 2000

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₹ 120

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Proton Centre, Chennai

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 9:30 AM

Dr Suresh S

Medical Oncologist

17 YRS Exp.

MBBS,MD,RT,DM

You pay ₹ 800

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 120

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English, Tamil

Apollo Speciality Hospitals Vanagaram, Tiruvallur

Available tomorrow

Available in 4 days

Dr. Vijay Agarwal

Medical Oncologist

18 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, MRCP (UK), PHD (UK), CCT (UK) MEDICAL ONCOLOGY)

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil

Apollo Hospitals Sheshadripuram, Bangalore

Available tomorrow at 10:30 AM

Dr. Rakesh Reddy Boya, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Rakesh Reddy Boya

Medical Oncologist

6 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD(Pediatrics), D.M (Medical Oncology) SR (Acad)

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 150

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Health City Unit, Visakhapatnam

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 4:00 AM

Dr. Manish Singhal, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Manish Singhal

Medical Oncologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM, ECMO

Starts at ₹ 2500

English, Hindi, Punjabi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available on Request

Dr. Chidananda Bhuyan

Medical Oncologist

30 YRS Exp.

Starts at ₹ 500

English

Apollo Hospitals G S Road, Guwahati

Available tomorrow at 5:30 AM

Dr. Tapaswani Pradhan, Head and Neck Surgical Oncologist Online

Dr. Tapaswani Pradhan

Head and Neck Surgical Oncologist

21 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Sector 26, Noida

Available in 2 days

Dr Suhas Vilasrao Aagre, Medical Oncologist Online

2013 -July 2016: D.M Medical Oncology (Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute, B.J medical college, Ahmedabad.) (University – Gujarat University) 2009- 2012: M.D. Internal Medicine [Pt. J.N.M. Medical College, Raipur (C.G.)]. (University –AYUSH University of Health Sciences) 2001- 2007: M.B.B.S (Government medical college, Aurangabad) (University – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences) 1999-2001: H.S.C ( Rajarshi Shahu College, Latur, Maharashtra)

You pay ₹ 1000

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₹ 60

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English

Apollo Hospitals CBD Belapur, Mumbai

Available in 2 days

Dr. Linu Abraham Jacob, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Linu Abraham Jacob

Medical Oncologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD, DM (Med. Onco.)

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore

Available in 2 days

Dr P N Mahapatra, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr P N Mahapatra

Medical Oncologist

35 YRS Exp.

MBBS,MD, DM

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 150

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English, Hindi, Bengali

Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals , Kolkata, Kolkata

Available in 4 days

Dr. Jose M Easow, Medical Oncologist Online

Dr. Jose M Easow

Medical Oncologist

30 YRS Exp.

MBBS, AB ( Int. Med.), AB( Med. Onco.) A.B, Haem.

You pay ₹ 2250

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 150

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English, Malayalam, Tamil

Apollo Hospitals Cancer Centre Nandanam, Chennai

Available in 5 days

What is Medical Oncology?

Medical oncology is a medical speciality that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. It involves the use of drugs, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and targeted therapies to manage and treat cancer. Cancer is a complex disease and can be of various types. Further, it has several risk factors such as genetics, lifestyle and environmental factors. Therefore, seeking the help of a medical oncologist ensures specialised care for each individual's condition.

Who is a Medical Oncologist?

A medical oncologist is a doctor who specialises in diagnosing, treating and managing various types of cancer. They provide personalised treatment plans to patients based on their specific type of cancer, stage of cancer and overall health status. Medical oncologists work closely with other healthcare professionals such as radiation oncologists and surgeons to provide comprehensive care for cancer patients. They play an important role in managing the side effects of cancer treatments and ensuring that patients receive appropriate support throughout their treatment.

When Should You Consult a Medical Oncologist?

You should consult a medical oncology doctor if you have been diagnosed with cancer or if you are experiencing symptoms that may indicate cancer. These may include unexplained weight loss, fatigue, pain or lumps in parts of the body. Such symptoms should not be ignored and should be reported to your doctor immediately. Early detection of cancer can increase the chances of successful treatment. Moreover, consulting a medical oncology specialist early in your diagnosis can help you understand all the available treatment options and make informed decisions about your care.

What Medical Conditions Do Medical Oncologists Treat?

Medical oncologists treat all types of cancer including:

Breast Cancer: Affects the breast tissue in both men and women
Lung Cancer: Affects the lungs and may lead to breathing difficulties
Colorectal Cancer: Affects the colon and rectum, causing changes in bowel habits
Prostate Cancer: Affects the prostate gland in men
Leukaemia: Affects the blood and bone marrow
Lymphoma: Affects the lymphatic system, leading to swollen lymph nodes
Sarcoma: Affects the connective tissues such as bones, cartilage, and muscles

Medical oncology specialists also treat rare cancers such as mesothelioma, bladder cancer, pancreatic cancer and ovarian cancer.

What Are the Different Types of Procedures Conducted by Medical Oncologists?

Some of the common medical oncology treatments include:

Chemotherapy: This involves the use of drugs to kill cancer cells.
Radiation therapy: This involves the use of high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells.
Targeted therapy: This involves the use of drugs that target specific molecules or proteins in cancer cells.
Hormone therapy: This involves the use of drugs that prevent the growth of certain types of cancer cells.
Immunotherapy: This involves the use of drugs that boost the immune system to fight cancer cells.
Stem Cell Transplantation: This involves replacing damaged bone marrow with healthy stem cells to help restore normal blood cell production.

How Can I Consult a Medical Oncologist?

Consulting a medical oncology specialist usually involves a referral from your primary care doctor or other specialist. You can also find medical oncologists online on Apollo 24|7 or by contacting your local Apollo hospital.

During your appointment, the medical oncologist will review your medical history, perform any necessary tests and discuss treatment options with you.

The Role of Medical Oncologists in Healthcare

Medical oncologists play a critical role in healthcare by providing specialised care and treatment for cancer patients. They work closely with other specialists to develop customised treatment plans for their patients, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. They also monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.

Apollo 24|7 has some of the best medical oncologists. Hence, if you notice any symptoms that may indicate cancer, do not hesitate to book a consultation as soon as possible as early diagnosis can make all the difference. By working with a medical oncologist, you can access the latest treatments and receive the support you need during your treatment journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to see a medical oncologist even after my cancer treatment?

Yes, you should see your medical oncologist even after the completion of your cancer treatment for follow-up care. The oncologist will help you to manage any side effects and help maintain good health.

How do medical oncologists treat cancer?

Medical oncologists use non-surgical methods to treat cancer. Some of these methods are hormone therapy, chemotherapy, biologic therapy, and targeted therapy.

What is the difference between a medical oncologist and surgical oncologist?

A medical oncologist uses non-surgical methods like chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, etc. to treat cancer. Surgical oncologists, on the other hand, perform biopsies to diagnose cancer and perform surgeries to remove the cancerous tissues and tumours.