American Oncology Institute, Gurugram – India
About Dr. Anil K Dhar
Dr. (Brig) Anil Kumar Dhar is a senior medical oncologist with over 30 years of experience. A veteran of the Indian Army and recipient of the Vishisht Seva Medal, Dr. Dhar specializes in hematological malignancies, leukemia, lymphoma, and bone marrow transplantation (autologous, allogeneic, MUD, haploidentical, cord blood). Trained at Tata Memorial Hospital, he has treated over 30,000 cancer patients and pioneered BMT techniques in India. Known for compassionate, patient-centric care, he combines advanced therapies with deep clinical insight, making him a leading figure in oncology and cancer treatment leadership.
Medical Degrees:
- MBBS: King Georges Medical College (KGMC), Lucknow University (1980)
- MD Internal Medicine: King Georges Medical College (KGMC), Lucknow University (1983)
- Post-doctoral training in Medical Oncology (Bone Marrow Transplantation & Hemato Oncology) from Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Mumbai (1994)
Major Cancer Types Treated:
- Leukemia (Acute & Chronic)
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin’s & Non-Hodgkin’s)
- Multiple Myeloma
- Other Hematological Malignancies
- Solid Tumors (managed with medical oncology approaches)
- Bone Marrow Transplant – Autologous, Allogenic and Unrelated Bone Marrow Transplant
- Age-related cancer treatment.
- Hematological Oncology
- Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT)
- Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia (APML)
- Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Matched Unrelated Donor (MUD) Transplantation
- Haploidentical Transplantation
- Cord Blood Transplantation
- Chemotherapy (various regimens)
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted Therapy
- Hormone Therapy
Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:
- Senior Consultant & HOD, Medical Oncology – American Oncology Institute, Gurugram (Current)
- Director, Medical Oncology – Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurgaon
- Head of Oncology Division – Army Hospital (Research & Referral – R&R), Delhi Cantonment (Designated 2006)
- Senior Consultant & HOD, Medical Oncology – Venkateshwar Hospital, Dwarka, Delhi
- Consultant, Medical Oncology – Columbia Asia Hospital, Gurgaon
- Consultant, Medical Oncology – Command Hospital, Kolkata
- Consultant, Medical Oncology – Command Hospital, Pune
- Training in Medical Oncology – Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Experience at Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
- Experience establishing and overseeing functioning of new cancer centres and BMT units.
- Actively involved in writing for national and international medical journals.
- Member of the Medical Journal Armed Forces India.
- Extensive experience treating over 30,000 patients with Solid and Haematological Malignancies.
- Pioneered Autologous Transplant techniques in India (as per provided text).
- Credited with performing numerous Autologous and Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplants (mentioned as 70+ at one point in his career).
- Established the BMT Unit and Day Care Centre at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantonment.
- Served as Director and HOD in multiple prestigious institutions.
- Actively contributes articles to national and international journals.
National & International Awards:
- Awarded Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) by the President of India (2011) for commendable contribution to Oncology and establishing the BMT Unit & Day Care Centre at Army Hospital (R&R).
- Declared Best Medical Oncologist in Delhi NCR in 2014.
- Army Commander’s commendation medals on 3 occasions.
- Awarded Certificate of Recognition for exemplary contribution under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna on National Doctor’s Day.
- Held the rank of Brigadier in the Indian Army Medical Corps.
- Performed First Bone Marrow Transplant in a patient with Multiple Myeloma in India.
- Recognized for achieving consistently high patient satisfaction.
- Distinguished Member of the Medical Journal Armed Forces India.
- Recognized teacher and examiner in AFMC Pune, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences and Delhi University.
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- Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations: Option for initial consultations via video conferencing to assess the case and plan treatment before travel.
Notable Cases Handled:
- Successfully managed numerous complex hematological malignancies and performed various types of challenging Bone Marrow Transplants. Specialist in Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia management.
- “Dr. Dhar’s expertise and calm demeanor were incredibly reassuring during my BMT journey. He explained everything clearly and his team provided exceptional care. I felt I was in the safest hands.” – R. Singh
- “Facing lymphoma was daunting, but Dr. (Brig) Dhar’s confidence and clear treatment plan gave us hope. His deep knowledge and compassionate approach made a huge difference. We are forever grateful.” – Aneesh G.
- “From diagnosis to remission, Dr. Dhar was exceptional. He is not just a brilliant oncologist but also a kind human being who genuinely cares for his patients’ well-being.” – S. Khan
- Patient-Centred Care: Dr. Anil K Dhar strongly focus on providing the best possible cancer treatment tailored to individual needs. He emphasis on achieving patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate care.
- Technology & Innovation: Dr. Dhar utilizes extensive expertise in advanced BMT techniques (Allogeneic, Autologous, MUD, Haploidentical, Cord Blood). He employs modern treatment modalities like Immunotherapy, Targeted Therapy, and Precision Medicine where appropriate. He too have experience in establishing and managing state-of-the-art oncology facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
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His vast experience (30+ years), specialized expertise in complex hematological cancers and BMT, background in establishing oncology units, prestigious VSM award, and commitment to patient-centric care make him one of the leading oncologists in the region.
Yes, it is likely that Dr. Anil Dhar consults international patients. Cancer Rounds provides assistance with virtual consultations, visa support, and language services.
Fortis Hospital Gurgaon - India
