Dr. Tejinder Singh

• MBBS: Trained at T.N. Medical College & B.Y.L Nair Hospital, Mumbai.
• MD (General Medicine): T.N. Medical College & B.Y.L Nair Hospital, Mumbai.
• DM / DNB (Medical Oncology): Specialised training from Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore.

• Senior Residency in Medical Oncology: Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore.
• Specialised Oncology Training: Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
• Clinical Assistantship: P.D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai.

• Recognised Teacher and Examiner for DNB Medical Oncology.
• Member of the Advisory Board for multiple multinational pharmaceutical companies.

• Breast Cancer (Triple Negative, Metastatic)
• Lung Cancer - NSCLC/SCLC
• Stomach Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer
• Liver Cancer
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Lymphoma
• Leukemia
• Multiple Myeloma
• Brain Tumours
• Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcomas

• Medical Oncology
• Paediatric Oncology Support
• Geriatric Oncology
• Preventive Oncology

• Systemic Chemotherapy management
• Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors)
• Targeted Therapy (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors, Monoclonal Antibodies)
• Hormonal Therapy
• Precision Oncology (Genomic-based treatment planning)
• Palliative Care and Pain Management

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:

• Current Affiliation:
• Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai
• Assistant Professor & Head, Dept of Medical Oncology, Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Nerul
• Founder & Director, Oncoheal Clinic, Vashi, Navi Mumbai.
• Past Affiliations:
• Consultant Medical Oncologist, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi
• Consultant Medical Oncologist, Fortis Hospital, Mulund & Kalyan 
• Consultant Medical Oncologist, Apollo Hospital, Bangalore 
• Senior Resident, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore 
• Senior Resident, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai

Academic & Research Roles:

• Faculty/Teacher: Imparts training to DNB Medical Oncology students at Apollo Hospital, Navi Mumbai.
• Reviewer: Journal Indian Pediatrics (Since Feb 2010).
• Organiser: Organising Chairperson for the Annual Gastrointestinal Symposium (National Level Conference) for the last 5 years.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

• He is the first qualified Medical Oncologist to establish practice in Navi Mumbai.
• Dr Singh has successfully set up Medical Oncology departments at Apollo Navi Mumbai and multiple Fortis facilities.
• Dr Tejinder Singh has successfully managed over 50,000 chemotherapy cycles, demonstrating immense procedural capability and safety standards.

Recognitions & Honours:

• Invited Speaker and Moderator at numerous National and International Oncology Conferences.
• Serves on the Advisory Board of leading pharmaceutical companies, contributing to drug development and protocol establishment.
• recognised for his work in "Age and gender as influencing factors on treatment outcome in extensive-stage small cell lung cancer".

Dr. Tejinder Singh is a prolific researcher with numerous publications in indexed journals.

Published Papers in Medical Journals:

• Blindness as an initial presentation of rectal cancer with brain metastases (The Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology, 2009).
• IgA Plasma cell Leukemia (Journal of Laboratory Physicians, 2009).
• Use of Port-A-Cath in pediatric cancer patients: Experience from a tertiary cancer center in south India (J Clin Oncol, 2009).
• Acute myeloid leukemia following radioactive iodine therapy for papillary carcinoma of the thyroid (Turk J Hematol, 2009).
• HIV related malignancies: a single centre (European Journal of Cancer Supplements, 2009).
• Drug induced Hepatitis: The commonest culprit in clinical practice (The Journal of General Medicine, 2005).

Books & Chapters Authored:

• Chapter: Etiology and Pathogenesis of Multiple Myeloma – Education book of CME on plasma cell dyscrasias, KMIO, Bangalore (2009).

Ongoing Clinical Trials:

• Active investigator in multiple multi-centric clinical trials involving novel chemotherapy agents and immunotherapies.

Notable Cases Handled:

• Successfully managed a complex case of Triple Negative Breast Cancer in a young patient using aggressive neo-adjuvant chemotherapy, resulting in a complete pathological response.
• Treated an elderly patient (over 80 years old) with advanced lung cancer using targeted therapy, significantly improving quality of life and survival beyond standard prognosis.

Patient Testimonials:

"Dr. Tejinder Singh is an angel in disguise. My father was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer, and we had lost hope. Dr. Singh’s approach to immunotherapy was precise, and he explained every step. Today, my father is stable and active. Dr. Singh is definitely the best medical oncologist in Navi Mumbai." – S. Deshmukh

"I have been under Dr. Tejinder's care for breast cancer treatment. He has administered my chemotherapy with such care that my side effects were minimal. He is very approachable and answers all doubts patiently." – R. Kapoor

"We travelled from Kenya for my wife's lymphoma treatment. Dr. Singh’s diagnosis was quick, and the treatment plan was effective. The care we received at Apollo under his guidance was world-class." – P. Mwangi

Patient-Centred Care:
Dr. Tejinder Singh advocates for a holistic treatment model. He believes that treating cancer is not just about administering drugs but managing the patient's overall well-being. He integrates Onco-Nutrition and Onco-Rehabilitation into his treatment plans to ensure patients maintain their strength during therapy.

Technology & Innovation:
Dr. Singh is a strong proponent of Precision Oncology. He utilises genetic profiling and molecular testing to tailor treatments (Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy) specifically to the genetic makeup of the patient's tumour, ensuring higher efficacy and fewer side effects compared to traditional chemotherapy.

Dr. Tejinder Singh offers advanced oncology protocols. The costs below are estimates and vary based on the specific drug brands (generic vs. innovator), dosage, and duration of cycles.

Note: For appointment booking and to get a personalised cost estimate, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds team.

Language Support:
The Cancer Rounds team facilitates communication for international patients, offering translation services to ensure Dr. Tejinder Singh’s expert advice is fully understood.

Visa & Travel Assistance:
Cancer Rounds assists with the Medical Visa (M-Visa) process, airport pick-ups, and finding accommodation.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations:
Patients from abroad can share their PET-CT scans and pathology reports with the Cancer Rounds team to schedule a video consultation with Dr. Tejinder Singh for a second opinion before travelling.