Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai – India
About Dr Santanu Sen
Dr. Santanu Sen is a globally recognised Pediatric Oncologist, Haematologist, and Bone Marrow Transplant specialist with over 35 years of experience, currently serving at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai. Holding the prestigious FRCPCH (UK) and FRCP (London & Edinburgh), he is the only internationally accredited FACT/JACIE BMT unit inspector in India and a leading figure in paediatric oncology and stem cell transplantation.
- 35+ years of clinical experience including 12 years at world-class UK institutions (Royal Marsden Hospital, London)
- Only internationally accredited FACT/JACIE Bone Marrow Transplant unit inspector in India
- Pioneer of Haploidentical (half-matched donor) Transplants in children in India
- Transplanted the world's smallest baby for neuroblastoma
- Named one of the "Top Doctors in Mumbai" 2019 and 2020
- Teacher and examiner for the Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health, UK
- Numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals
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Consultation Fees Rs. 3000 /-
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — India
- DCH — Diploma in Child Health, India
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Paediatric Oncology — Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle, UK
- Fellowship in Paediatric Oncology & Stem Cell Transplantation — Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK
- CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) — Paediatrics, UK
Certifications & Accreditations
- FRCPCH — Fellow, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK
- FRCP (London & Edinburgh) — Fellow, Royal College of Physicians, UK
- FACT/JACIE Accredited BMT Unit Inspector — the only such accredited inspector in India
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Leukaemia (ALL, AML, CLL) in Children & Adolescents
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin & Non-Hodgkin)
- Neuroblastoma
- Brain Tumours (Paediatric)
- Thalassaemia Major
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Aplastic Anaemia
- Wilms Tumour (Nephroblastoma)
- Paediatric Bone & Soft Tissue Sarcomas
- Constitutional Mismatch-Repair Deficiency Syndrome
Sub-specialties
- Bone Marrow & Stem Cell Transplantation: Expert in allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical transplants — making him a premier paediatric BMT specialist in India for international patients seeking curative stem cell therapy.
- Haploidentical Transplantation: Pioneer of complex half-matched donor transplants in children, expanding transplant access for nearly every child needing a BMT without a fully matched sibling.
- Thalassaemia & Sickle Cell Cure: Curative BMT programmes for thalassaemia major and sickle cell disease — a sought-after treatment option for families from the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia seeking best paediatric oncology treatment in India.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation (Matched Sibling & MUD)
- Haploidentical (Half-Matched) Stem Cell Transplantation
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation
- Paediatric Chemotherapy Protocols (ALL, AML, Lymphoma)
- PICC Line & Portacath Insertion for Paediatric Chemotherapy
- G-CSF Primed Donor Marrow Transplant
- Reduced-Intensity Conditioning Transplants
- Palliative & Supportive Care for Paediatric Cancer
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Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra — Consultant, Department of Paediatric Haematology, Oncology & BMT — Present (established service from inception)
Past Affiliations
- Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK — Consultant Paediatric Oncologist & BMT Specialist (Past)
- Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle, UK — Fellowship Training in Paediatric Oncology (Past)
- North City Hospital, Kolkata — Consultant (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Teacher and Examiner — Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), UK
- Examiner — College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai
- Invited Faculty — numerous national and international conferences in paediatric oncology and BMT
Key Achievements
- Only internationally accredited FACT/JACIE BMT unit inspector in India
- Pioneered Haploidentical transplants for children in India, expanding access to potentially curative BMT
- Transplanted the world's smallest baby for neuroblastoma — a globally recognised clinical milestone
- Named "Top Doctor in Mumbai" — 2019 and 2020
- Established one of India's most successful paediatric BMT programmes at KDAH
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- "Top Doctors in Mumbai" — 2019 and 2020
Professional Memberships
- International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP)
- Children's Cancer & Leukaemia Group (CCLG), UK
- American Academy of Paediatrics (AAP)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- Indian Society of Medical & Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
- Royal College of Physicians, UK
- General Medical Council (GMC), UK
- Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Ercan AB, et al. "Clinical and Biological Landscape of Constitutional Mismatch-Repair Deficiency Syndrome: An International Replication Repair Deficiency Consortium Cohort Study." The Lancet Oncology. 2024;25(5):668–682.
- Kharya G, Jaiswal SR, Bhat S, Raj R, Yadav SP, Dua V, Sen S, et al. "Impact of Conditioning Regimen and Graft-versus-Host Disease Prophylaxis on the Outcome of Haploidentical PBSC Transplantation for High-Risk Severe Aplastic Anemia in Children." Transplantation and Cellular Therapy. 2023;29(3):199.e1–199.e10.
- Sen S, Sidavasan S, Tulpule S, Singhal T. "Haploidentical bone marrow transplants in a pediatric and young adult population: A tertiary centre experience." Pediatric Hematology Oncology Journal. 2017;2(Suppl 2):S24–S25.
- Ramprakash S, Agarwal R, Dhanya R, et al. "Role of G-CSF priming of donor marrow prior to transplant in low-risk HLA-matched sibling transplant in children with severe thalassemia." Pediatric Hematology Oncology Journal. 2017;2(Suppl 2):S22.
- Santanu Sen and Lawrence Faulkner. Blood. 2017;130:1944.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Haploidentical BMT outcomes in paediatric blood cancers
- Curative BMT for thalassaemia and sickle cell disease in low- and middle-income countries
- PICC lines vs. tunnelled catheters in paediatric stem cell transplantation
- Withholding and withdrawal of life-sustaining therapy in terminally ill children with cancer
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Paediatric Oncology Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 | $18 – $36 |
| Bone Marrow Transplant (Matched Sibling) | ₹15,00,000 – ₹25,00,000 | $18,000 – $30,000 |
| Haploidentical BMT | ₹20,00,000 – ₹35,00,000 | $24,000 – $42,000 |
| Paediatric Chemotherapy (per cycle) | ₹30,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $360 – $2,400 |
| Bone Marrow Biopsy & Aspiration | ₹8,000 – ₹20,000 | $96 – $240 |
*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. Santanu Sen use in Pediatric Oncology treatment?
Dr. Santanu Sen uses internationally accredited FACT/JACIE BMT protocols, haploidentical transplantation platforms, G-CSF primed donor marrow techniques, reduced-intensity conditioning regimens, and advanced PICC/portacath systems for paediatric chemotherapy delivery.
2. What conditions does Dr. Santanu Sen specialise in treating?
Dr. Santanu Sen specialises in childhood leukaemia, lymphoma, neuroblastoma, brain tumours, thalassaemia major, sickle cell disease, and aplastic anaemia. International families seeking best paediatric oncology hospital in India and curative bone marrow transplant in Mumbai regularly choose him.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Santanu Sen?
Appointments with Dr. Santanu Sen 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. Santanu Sen?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Santanu Sen, 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. Santanu Sen offer second opinions for Pediatric Oncology cases?
Yes. Pre-treatment online second opinion consultations are available, allowing families globally to receive expert review of diagnosis and BMT suitability from a top paediatric oncologist in India before travelling.
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