About Dr. Vijay Kumar .S
Dr. Vijay Kumar Srinivasalu is a leading Medical Oncologist in Bangalore, India, with 12+ years of experience specialising in solid tumours and blood cancers. He is internationally trained (Netherlands ESMO lung fellowship and Cleveland Clinic USA) and pursuing a PhD in Tumour Immunology.
- 12+ years of experience in medical oncology
- ESMO Fellowship in Lung Oncology — Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Cleveland Clinic International Physician Observership — Taussig Cancer Center, Ohio, USA
- Pursuing PhD in Tumour Immunology at Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation
- ASCO Cancer Conquer Foundation Merit Award; ESMO LGP-ASIA 2023-24 Leadership Development
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Sri Devraj Urs Medical College, Kolar, Karnataka
- MD (General Medicine) — Sri Devraj Urs University (SDUAHER) — highest rank in MD
- DM (Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology) — Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
Fellowships & Special Training
- ESMO Fellowship in Lung Oncology — Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Cleveland Clinic International Physician Observership — Taussig Cancer Center, Ohio, USA
- ESMO LGP-ASIA 2023–2024 Leadership Development Programme
- ESMO Virtual Mentorship Award
- Pursuing PhD in Tumour Immunology — Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council / Medical Council of India Registration
- Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO) — Member
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) — Member
- American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) — Member
- European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Lung Cancer
- Head & Neck Cancer
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers
- Genitourinary (GU) Malignancies
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin & Non-Hodgkin)
- Breast Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Ovarian & Cervical Cancer
- Leukaemia
- Multiple Myeloma
- Gastric & Oesophageal Cancer
- Kidney & Bladder Cancer
- Rare Solid Tumours
Sub-specialties
- Lung & Thoracic Oncology: ESMO-fellowship trained in lung oncology — a leading lung cancer specialist in Bangalore, India for international patients.
- Head & Neck Oncology: Medical management of head and neck cancers with chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.
- Tumour Immunology & Immunotherapy: Active research and clinical use of checkpoint inhibitors, CAR-T evaluation and tumour microenvironment-based therapy.
- Gastrointestinal & Genitourinary Oncology: Precision treatment of GI and GU cancers.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Chemotherapy (IV & Oral)
- Targeted Therapy (EGFR, ALK, KRAS, HER2 inhibitors)
- Immunotherapy (Pembrolizumab, Nivolumab, Atezolizumab)
- Hormone Therapy (Breast and Prostate Cancer)
- Molecular and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)-Based Oncology
- Clinical Trials Participation
- Bone Marrow Aspiration & Biopsy
- Central Venous Access / Chemoport Insertion
- Multidisciplinary Tumour Board Coordination
- Palliative and Supportive Oncology Care
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore — Consultant Medical Oncologist (Present)
- Sparsh Hospital, Bangalore — Consultant Medical Oncologist (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre, Narayana Health City, Bangalore — Consultant Medical Oncologist (past)
- Pantai Jerudong Specialist Centre (PJSC), The Brunei Cancer Center (TBCC), Brunei Darussalam — Associate Specialist, Medical Oncology (past)
- Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi — DM Medical Oncology Resident
- Sri Devraj Urs Medical College — MD General Medicine Resident
Academic & Research Roles
- Pursuing PhD — Tumour Immunology, Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation
- Active clinical researcher and presenter at ASCO, ESMO and AACR meetings
- Initiatives supporter — Voice of Tobacco Victims, World Cancer Day run/walkathon
- Leadership Development — ESMO LGP-ASIA 2023–24
Key Achievements
- 12+ years of experience in medical oncology
- ASCO Cancer Conquer Foundation Merit Award
- ESMO Virtual Mentorship Award
- International experience in Brunei, Netherlands and the USA
- Highest rank in MD — Sri Devraj Urs University
- Multilingual care — English, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, Telugu
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- ASCO Cancer Conquer Foundation Merit Award — for scientific research paper presentation at ASCO Asia 2019
- ESMO Virtual Mentorship Award
- Highest rank — MD (General Medicine), Sri Devraj Urs University
- Selected for ESMO LGP-ASIA 2023–24 Leadership Development Programme
- Cleveland Clinic International Physician Observership — Taussig Cancer Center, USA
Professional Memberships
- Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
- European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple publications in national and international oncology journals on lung cancer, head & neck cancer, and tumour immunology.
- Scientific presentations at ASCO Asia 2019 (Merit Award winner) and ESMO conferences.
- Ongoing PhD research on tumour immunology at Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Tumour immunology and immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy in lung cancer (EGFR, ALK, KRAS)
- Head and neck cancer chemotherapy protocols
- Multidisciplinary oncology care in low and middle-income settings
- Tobacco-related cancer prevention and advocacy
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Oncology Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 | $18 – $36 |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle) | ₹25,000 – ₹1,50,000 | $300 – $1,800 |
| Targeted Therapy (per month) | ₹60,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $720 – $4,200 |
| Immunotherapy (per cycle) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,80,000 | $1,200 – $3,360 |
| Hormone Therapy (per month) | ₹5,000 – ₹25,000 | $60 – $300 |
| NGS / Molecular Tumour Profiling | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $480 – $1,450 |
| Bone Marrow Aspiration & Biopsy | ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | $60 – $180 |
| Chemoport Insertion | ₹25,000 – ₹60,000 | $300 – $720 |
*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. Vijay Kumar .S use in Medical Oncologist treatment?
Dr. Vijay Kumar .S uses advanced oncology techniques including evidence-based chemotherapy, targeted therapy (EGFR, ALK, KRAS, HER2 inhibitors), immunotherapy (pembrolizumab, nivolumab, atezolizumab), next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based molecular profiling, clinical trial participation and multidisciplinary tumour board care — delivering world-class cancer care in Bangalore, India. Multilingual virtual consultations are available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Vijay Kumar .S specialize in treating?
Dr. Vijay Kumar .S specialises in lung cancer, head and neck cancer, GI cancers, genitourinary malignancies, lymphoma, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, leukaemia and multiple myeloma — making him among the best medical oncologists in Bangalore, India for international patients.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vijay Kumar .S?
Appointments with Dr. Vijay Kumar .S 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. Vijay Kumar .S?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Vijay Kumar .S, 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. Vijay Kumar .S offer second opinions for Medical 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 medical oncologist and lung cancer specialist in Bangalore, India.
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