Dr. Shekar Patil

Medical Degrees:

• MBBS
• MD
• DM (Oncology)

Major Cancer Types Treated:

• Solid Malignancies (e.g., Breast Carcinoma, Gynaecological Cancers including advanced ovarian cancer, Head and Neck Cancers)
• Haematological Malignancies (e.g., Lymphoma, Acute Leukaemia)

Sub-specialties:

• Medical Oncology
• Haematological Oncology
• Gynaecological Oncology
• Bone Marrow Transplantation
• Multimodal Cancer Treatments
• Cancer Detection & Early Diagnosis

Advanced Procedures Performed:

• Conventional & High-Dose Radiotherapy for solid and haematological malignancies
• Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer
• Concurrent Radiation and Chemotherapy for carcinoma
• Bone Marrow Transplantation
• Oral Recombination of Human Lactoferrin with Carboplatin Chemotherapy in gynaecological malignancies
• Treatment of Lymphoma and Acute Leukaemia
• Tumour response monitoring and personalised therapy approaches

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:

• Current Affiliations:
• HCG Cancer Centre - KR BLR
• HCG Cancer Centre - DR BLR
• SPARSH Hospital, Hennur Road 

Academic & Research Roles:

• Published extensively in medical journals on various oncology topics.
• Involved in research concerning tumour response monitoring, actionable mutations in breast cancer, and the effectiveness of lycopene in oral submucous fibrosis.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

• Instrumental in community outreach, participating in over 50 cancer detection camps in rural areas since 1992.
• Pioneered the use of oral recombination of human lactoferrin with carboplatin chemotherapy in gynaecological malignancies.
• Known for managing a high volume of complex oncology cases daily (attends up to 100 cases a day).

Recognitions & Honors:

• Recognised for extensive participation in over 50 cancer detection camps in rural areas since 1992.

Published Papers in Medical Journals:

• FDG-PET Metabolic Vs CT Anatomical Monitoring of Tumour Response to Anterior Chemotherapy in Breast Carcinoma - The Uncertainties. Cancer Therapy & Oncol Int J. (2021)
• Landscape of clinically actionable mutations in breast cancer 'A cohort study'. Transl Oncol. (2021)
• Long-term effectiveness of lycopene in the management of oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF): A 3-years follow-up study. J Oral Pathol Med. (2020)
• Circulating tumour cells in head and neck cancers: Biological insights. J Oral Pathol Med. (2020)
• Palbociclib in hormone-positive metastatic breast cancer: A real-world multicentre Indian experience. Journal of Clinical Oncology (2020)
• Clinical Profile of Carcinoma Breast Patients Treated with Trastuzumab: A Single Centre Study. Advances in Breast Cancer Research (2020)

Notable Cases Handled:

• Successfully managed numerous complex cases of advanced ovarian cancer using intraperitoneal chemotherapy.
• Expertly handled a high volume of solid and haematological malignancies with personalised chemotherapy and multimodal treatments.
• Instrumental in early detection and improved outcomes for patients through his extensive participation in rural cancer detection camps.

Patient Testimonials:

• “Dr. Shekar Patil is an exceptional doctor. His expertise in treating my advanced ovarian cancer with intraperitoneal chemotherapy gave me hope and led to a remarkable recovery. I trust his judgment completely.” - S. Lakshmi
• “We sought Dr. Patil for my father's leukaemia treatment, and his calm, knowledgeable approach was a great comfort. He truly is a leading medical oncologist, and his team provided outstanding care throughout the bone marrow transplant process.” - R. Kumar
• “The comprehensive treatment plan Dr. Patil devised for my breast cancer, combining chemotherapy and radiation, was incredibly effective. His commitment to the latest research truly makes him a top oncologist in India.” - J. Singh

Patient-Centred Care: Dr. Shekar Patil is dedicated to providing patient-centred care, ensuring that each individual receives a tailored treatment plan that addresses their unique needs and challenges. He places a strong emphasis on compassionate communication, guiding patients and their families through every step of their cancer journey with empathy and clarity. His extensive work in rural cancer camps highlights his commitment to making quality care accessible to all.

Technology & Innovation: Dr. Patil integrates advanced therapeutic strategies into his practice, including high-dose chemotherapy, intraperitoneal chemotherapy, concurrent chemoradiation, and bone marrow transplantation. He stays abreast of the latest research, as evidenced by his numerous publications, and applies innovative approaches to tumour response monitoring and personalised therapy, ensuring his patients benefit from the most current and effective treatments available.

Costs for medical oncology treatments such as chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, or multimodal therapies can vary significantly based on the type of cancer, the specific drug regimen, the duration of treatment, hospital stay, and supportive care required.

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

Language Support: The Cancer Rounds team typically offers comprehensive language support for international patients, ensuring clear and effective communication throughout their treatment journey.

Visa & Travel Assistance: The Cancer Rounds team provides assistance with visa applications, travel arrangements, airport transfers, and accommodation options, aiming to make the international patient's visit as smooth and comfortable as possible.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations: Telemedicine services are available for initial discussions, expert second opinions, and medical record reviews, allowing international patients to consult with Dr. Shekar Patil remotely before travelling to India.