Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore – India
About Dr. Vadhiraja B.M
Dr. Vadhiraja B.M is HOD & Consultant, Radiation Oncology at Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Bangalore, India, with 20+ years of experience. He pioneered the Radixact X9 with Synchrony tumour tracking technology in India and is a leading expert in SRS, SBRT, IMRT and VMAT.
- 20+ years of experience in radiation oncology
- HOD & Consultant — Radiation Oncology, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- Pioneer of Radixact X9 with Synchrony tumour tracking technology in India
- 25+ publications in national and international journals
- Member — ASTRO, ESTRO, AROI
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Consultation Fees Rs. 850 /-
Manipal Hospital (Old Airport Road) Bangalore
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Sri Siddhartha Medical College & Research, 1996 (alt source: Kasturba Medical College, Manipal)
- MD (Radiotherapy) — Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal University, 2000
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship for the 1st Meeting of Young Radiation Scientist in Asia — held at Hiroshima, by University of Tokyo, Japan
- ESTRO IMRT Teaching Course — IMRT and Other Conformal Techniques in Practice, Milan, Italy
- SPEC2006 — Heidelberg, Germany
- Invited as Co-Investigator in several BRNS-funded projects
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council / Medical Council of India Registration
- Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) — Member
- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) — Member
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Cervical and Gynaecological Cancer
- Brain Tumours (Primary and Metastatic)
- Gastrointestinal Cancers (Rectal, Oesophageal, Gastric)
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin)
- Paediatric Cancers
- Ewing's Sarcoma
- Genitourinary Malignancies
- Bone Metastases
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Skin Cancers
Sub-specialties
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) & SBRT: Pioneer of Radixact X9 with Synchrony tumour tracking in India — a leading radiation oncologist in Bangalore, India.
- Advanced IMRT & IGRT: Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy, Image Guided Radiotherapy and VMAT.
- Brachytherapy: Interstitial and intracavitary brachytherapy procedures.
- Head & Neck Oncology: Concurrent chemoradiotherapy and precision radiotherapy.
- Breast Cancer Radiotherapy: Breast-conserving radiotherapy and post-mastectomy radiotherapy.
- Clinical Trials: Principal Investigator in multiple national and international trials.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3DCRT)
- Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
- Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
- Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
- Radixact X9 with Synchrony Tumour Tracking Technology
- Interstitial Brachytherapy
- Intracavitary Brachytherapy
- External Beam Radiation Therapy
- Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy (Head and Neck)
- Palliative Radiotherapy for Bone Metastases
- Radiotherapy for Paediatric Cancers
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Vadhiraja B.M can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, Bangalore — HOD & Consultant, Radiation Oncology (Present, 5+ years)
Past Affiliations
- Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal — Assistant Professor and Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology (10 years)
- Multiple visiting and teaching roles at international courses (ESTRO Milan, SPEC2006 Heidelberg, Hiroshima Japan)
Academic & Research Roles
- HOD & Consultant — Radiation Oncology, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road
- Former Assistant and Associate Professor at KMC Manipal (10 years)
- Principal Investigator in national and international clinical trials on Invasive Candidiasis, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy in Head and Neck Cancers and Metastatic Breast Cancer
- Co-Investigator in BRNS (Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences)-funded projects
- 25+ publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals
Key Achievements
- 20+ years of experience in radiation oncology
- Pioneered Radixact X9 with Synchrony tumour tracking technology in India at Manipal Hospitals
- Fellowship at the 1st Meeting of Young Radiation Scientist in Asia (Hiroshima, University of Tokyo)
- Principal Investigator in multiple national and international clinical trials
- Co-Investigator in BRNS-funded research projects
- 25+ publications in indexed national and international journals
- Former faculty at KMC Manipal (10 years)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Fellowship — 1st Meeting of Young Radiation Scientist in Asia, held at Hiroshima, by University of Tokyo, Japan
- Pioneer of Radixact X9 with Synchrony tumour tracking technology in India
- Principal Investigator in BRNS-funded and international clinical trials
Professional Memberships
- Karnataka Medical Council
- Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 25+ publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals on radiation oncology, IMRT/IGRT, brachytherapy and concurrent chemoradiotherapy.
- Principal Investigator in trials on Invasive Candidiasis, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy in Head and Neck Cancers, Metastatic Breast Cancer.
- Co-Investigator in BRNS-funded research projects.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Radixact X9 with Synchrony tumour tracking outcomes
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and SBRT
- IMRT, IGRT and VMAT planning
- Concurrent chemoradiotherapy for head and neck cancers
- Advanced brachytherapy techniques
- Precision radiotherapy for breast and lung cancer
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation Oncology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| 3DCRT (Full Course) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| IMRT (Full Course) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,000 – $6,600 |
| IGRT / VMAT (Full Course) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,600 – $7,800 |
| SRS / SBRT | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $2,400 – $6,000 |
| Radixact X9 with Synchrony | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,200 – $9,000 |
| Brachytherapy (per session) | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $480 – $1,450 |
| Palliative Radiotherapy | ₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000 | $600 – $1,800 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Vadhiraja B.M use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?
Dr. Vadhiraja B.M uses cutting-edge technologies including Radixact X9 with Synchrony tumour tracking (pioneered by him in India), Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) and interstitial and intracavitary brachytherapy — delivering world-class radiation oncology care in Bangalore, India. Virtual consultations are available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Vadhiraja B.M specialize in treating?
Dr. Vadhiraja B.M specialises in breast cancer, lung cancer, head and neck cancer, prostate cancer, gynaecological cancers, brain tumours, gastrointestinal cancers, lymphoma, paediatric cancers, Ewing's sarcoma, bone metastases and soft tissue sarcoma — making him among the best radiation oncologists in Bangalore, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vadhiraja B.M?
Appointments with Dr. Vadhiraja B.M can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Vadhiraja B.M?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Vadhiraja B.M, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Vadhiraja B.M offer second opinions for Radiation Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert radiation oncologist in Bangalore, India.
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