About Dr. Saurabha Kumar
Dr. Saurabha Kumar is a distinguished Radiation Oncologist in Bangalore, India, with 13+ years of experience. JSS Medical College and Kasturba Manipal-trained and a former Senior Resident at Tata Memorial Hospital Mumbai, he is Senior Consultant and Clinical Lead, Radiation Oncology at Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, Narayana Health.
- 13+ years of experience in radiation oncology
- MBBS — JSS Medical College, Mysore (2006); MD Radiation Oncology — KMC Manipal (2010)
- Senior Consultant & Clinical Lead — Radiation Oncology, Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, Narayana Health
- Former Senior Resident — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Former Clinical Oncologist — Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital, Francistown, Botswana
- Member — Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
- Expert in SBRT, SRS, Brachytherapy, paediatric and head & neck oncology
- 96% patient recommendation on public platforms
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — J.S.S. Medical College, Mysore, Karnataka, 2006
- MD (Radiation Oncology / Radiotherapy) — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka, 2010
Fellowships & Special Training
- Clinical Oncology training — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
- Senior Residency — Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel, Mumbai
- Training in Conventional and Conformal Radiation Therapy
- Training in Basic Chemotherapy Administration for a wide range of cancers
- Training in SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy), SRS (Stereotactic Radio-surgery) and Brachytherapy
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council / Medical Council of India Registration
- Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancers
- Gynaecological Cancers (Cervical, Endometrial, Ovarian)
- Prostate Cancer
- Paediatric Tumours
- Colorectal Cancer
- Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Brain Tumours (including Glioblastoma, Meningioma, Metastases)
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin)
- Oesophageal and Gastric Cancer
- Pancreatic and Liver (Hepatobiliary) Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Adrenal Cancer
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Adenocarcinoma / Glandular Cancers
Sub-specialties
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT): Precision high-dose radiation for lung, liver and oligometastases — a leading radiation oncologist in Bangalore, India.
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS): Brain tumours, metastases and functional disorders.
- Brachytherapy: Intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy for gynaecological and prostate cancers.
- Paediatric Radiation Oncology: Specialised radiation management for childhood tumours.
- Head and Neck Oncology: IMRT and conformal radiation.
- Gynaecological Oncology: Cervical and endometrial cancer radiation.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
- Brachytherapy (Intracavitary and Interstitial)
- Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
- Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
- 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D-CRT)
- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
- Conventional External Beam Radiation Therapy
- Chemoradiation for Advanced Cancers
- Palliative Radiation Therapy
- Paediatric Radiation Protocols
- Whole Brain Radiation Therapy (WBRT)
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Saurabha Kumar can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, Narayana Health, Bommasandra, Bangalore — Senior Consultant and Clinical Lead, Radiation Oncology (Present)
- Narayana Hrudayalaya Ltd., Bangalore — Senior Consultant, Radiation Oncology (Present)
Past Affiliations
- HCG (HealthCare Global), Kalinga Rao Road, Bangalore — Associate Consultant, Radiation Oncology
- Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital, Francistown, Botswana — Clinical Oncologist
- Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore — Assistant Professor
- Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel, Mumbai — Senior Resident
- Kasturba Medical College, Manipal — MD Radiation Oncology Training (2010)
- JSS Medical College, Mysore — MBBS (2006)
Academic & Research Roles
- Former Assistant Professor — Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore
- Former Senior Resident — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Several national presentations at AROI and oncology conferences
- Numerous scientific publications in national journals
- Active member of Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
Key Achievements
- 13+ years of experience in radiation oncology
- International experience as Clinical Oncologist at Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital, Botswana
- Senior Consultant and Clinical Lead at Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, Narayana Health
- Former Senior Resident at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai — India's premier cancer institute
- Expert in SBRT, SRS, Brachytherapy and advanced radiation techniques
- 96% patient recommendation on public platforms
- Multiple scientific publications and national conference presentations
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- International clinical experience at Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital, Botswana
- Recognised expertise in SBRT, SRS and brachytherapy
- Multiple national presentations and scientific publications
- 96% patient recommendation on public platforms
Professional Memberships
- Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
- Karnataka Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Numerous scientific articles in national journals on radiation oncology, SBRT, SRS, brachytherapy, paediatric tumours, head and neck oncology and gynaecological oncology.
- Multiple national presentations at AROI and oncology conferences.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Conventional and conformal radiation therapy techniques
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
- Brachytherapy protocols
- Paediatric radiation oncology
- Head and neck oncology
- Gynaecological oncology
- Bone and soft tissue sarcoma
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation Oncology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (Full Course) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| IMRT (Full Course) | ₹2,80,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,360 – $6,600 |
| VMAT (Full Course) | ₹3,20,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,840 – $7,800 |
| Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) | ₹2,80,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,360 – $7,200 |
| Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,200 – $9,000 |
| Brachytherapy (per session) | ₹35,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $420 – $1,450 |
| Palliative Radiation Therapy | ₹55,000 – ₹1,80,000 | $660 – $2,150 |
*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. Saurabha Kumar use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?
Dr. Saurabha Kumar uses advanced radiation oncology technologies including Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Brachytherapy (intracavitary and interstitial), Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy, Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) and paediatric radiation protocols — delivering world-class radiation oncology care in Bangalore, India. Virtual consultations are available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Saurabha Kumar specialize in treating?
Dr. Saurabha Kumar specialises in breast, lung, head and neck, gynaecological (cervical, endometrial, ovarian), prostate, colorectal, brain, pancreatic, oesophageal, gastric, skin, adrenal and bile duct cancers, paediatric tumours, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma and bone/soft tissue sarcoma — making him among the best radiation oncologists in Bangalore, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Saurabha Kumar?
Appointments with Dr. Saurabha Kumar 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. Saurabha Kumar?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Saurabha Kumar, 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. Saurabha Kumar 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 radiation treatment plan with an expert radiation oncologist and Tata Memorial-trained specialist in Bangalore, India.
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