Dr. Shekhar Patil – Leading Radiation Oncologist in Bangalore

About Dr.Shekhar Patil

Dr.Shekhar Patil is a Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist with over 30 years of clinical experience, specialising in conventional and high-dose chemotherapy for solid and haematological malignancies, intraperitoneal chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer, concurrent chemo-radiotherapy for carcinoma cervix and bone marrow transplantation.

30+ years of clinical experience in medical oncology, with 15+ years dedicated to the medical oncology subspecialty
MBBS, MD and DNB in Medical Oncology, with senior residency at India's premier government medical institute in New Delhi and registrarship at a leading Mumbai oncology centre
Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist at one of India's largest comprehensive cancer hospital networks since 1992
Treats 20–30 patients daily with chemotherapy for solid and haematological malignancies, with specialised expertise in ovarian cancer, gynaecological malignancies, lymphoma and acute myeloid leukaemia
Author of landmark research on BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations in ovarian, primary peritoneal and fallopian tube cancer in India; 50+ rural cancer-detection camps since 1992

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Indian medical college
MD — Indian medical institution
DNB (Medical Oncology) — National Board of Examinations, India

Fellowships & Special Training

Senior Residency in Medical Oncology — All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (1990)
Registrar in Medical Oncology — Bombay Hospital, India (1989)
Specialised training in High-Dose Chemotherapy & Bone Marrow Transplantation
Specialised training in Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy
Specialised training in Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy (BIP) for Carcinoma Cervix

Certifications & Accreditations

Karnataka Medical Council Registration
Indian Society of Medical & Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO) — Member
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) — Member
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) — Member
Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Ovarian Cancer (Advanced & Recurrent)
Cervical Cancer
Endometrial Cancer
Other Gynaecological Malignancies
Breast Cancer
Hodgkin's & Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML)
Multiple Myeloma
Lung Cancer
Gastrointestinal Cancers
Head & Neck Cancers
Genitourinary Cancers
BRCA-Positive Hereditary Cancers

Sub-specialties

Gynaecological Oncology: Ovarian, cervical, endometrial cancer with intraperitoneal chemotherapy consolidation — a leading Medical Oncology specialist in Bangalore, India.
High-Dose Chemotherapy & BMT: Bone marrow transplant coordination for haematological malignancies — trusted as the best Radiation Oncologist doctor in India for combined chemo and BMT care.
Lymphoma & Leukaemia: AML, NHL and Hodgkin's lymphoma management.
BRCA Research: Landmark research on BRCA1/BRCA2 in Indian patients.
Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy: BIP protocols for carcinoma cervix.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Conventional Chemotherapy (Curative, Adjuvant, Neoadjuvant)
High-Dose Chemotherapy
Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for Advanced Ovarian Cancer
Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy (BIP) for Carcinoma Cervix
Oral Recombinant Human Lactoferrin with Carboplatin Chemotherapy
Targeted Therapy (HER2, VEGF, PARP Inhibitors)
Immunotherapy / Checkpoint Inhibitors (PD-1, PD-L1)
Hormone Therapy (Breast, Prostate)
Bone Marrow Transplant Coordination
BRCA Genetic Counselling
Lymphoma Chemotherapy Protocols
AML Induction & Consolidation Chemotherapy
Port-a-Cath Insertion

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr.Shekhar Patil can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist — HCG Comprehensive Cancer Care Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India (Present; since 1992)
Consultant — HCG Hospital, Double Road, Bangalore, India

Past Affiliations

Senior Resident in Medical Oncology — All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (1990)
Registrar in Medical Oncology — Bombay Hospital, India (1989)

Academic & Research Roles

Author of landmark research on "Prevalence of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutations among Patients with Ovarian, Primary Peritoneal, and Fallopian Tube Cancer in India"
Active participation in oncology workshops and academic development
Active in 50+ cancer detection camps across rural India since 1992
Mentor for junior medical oncologists

Key Achievements

30+ years of clinical experience in medical oncology
Senior Consultant at a leading Indian cancer hospital network since 1992
Senior residency at India's premier government medical institute (AIIMS, New Delhi)
Landmark BRCA research publication
50+ cancer detection camps across rural India since 1992
Treats 20–30 patients daily

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Recognition for landmark BRCA1/BRCA2 research in Indian patients
Recognition for 30+ years of contributions to Indian medical oncology
Recognition for 50+ rural cancer detection camps

Professional Memberships

Indian Society of Medical & Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Patil S, et al. "Prevalence of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutations among Patients with Ovarian, Primary Peritoneal, and Fallopian Tube Cancer in India." Peer-reviewed publication.
Sathiaraj E, Afshan K, Sruthi, Jadoni A, Murugan K, Patil S, et al. "Effects of a plant-based high-protein diet on fatigue in breast cancer patients undergoing adjuvant chemotherapy." Nutr Cancer. 2023;75(3):846–56.
Multiple co-authored publications with the HCG Bangalore oncology team

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

BRCA1/BRCA2 mutations in Indian ovarian and breast cancer patients
Intraperitoneal chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer
Concurrent chemo-radiotherapy for cervical cancer
Bone marrow transplantation

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Oncology Consultation	₹1,000 – ₹2,500	$12 – $30
Chemotherapy (per cycle, regimen-dependent)	₹20,000 – ₹1,50,000	$240 – $1,800
Targeted Therapy (per month, drug-dependent)	₹50,000 – ₹3,00,000	$600 – $3,600
Immunotherapy (per cycle)	₹80,000 – ₹2,50,000	$960 – $3,000
PET-CT Scan	₹18,000 – ₹40,000	$216 – $480
Tumour Marker / Molecular Profiling	₹5,000 – ₹50,000	$60 – $600
Port-a-Cath 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.Shekhar Patil use in Medical Oncology treatment?

Dr.Shekhar Patil uses cutting-edge medical oncology techniques including conventional chemotherapy (curative, adjuvant, neoadjuvant), high-dose chemotherapy, intraperitoneal chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer, concurrent chemo-radiotherapy (BIP) for carcinoma cervix, oral recombinant human lactoferrin with carboplatin chemotherapy, targeted therapy (HER2, VEGF, PARP inhibitors), immunotherapy and checkpoint inhibitors (PD-1, PD-L1), hormone therapy for breast and prostate, bone marrow transplant coordination, BRCA genetic counselling, lymphoma chemotherapy protocols, AML induction and consolidation chemotherapy, and port-a-cath insertion. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.

2. What conditions does Dr.Shekhar Patil specialize in treating?

Dr.Shekhar Patil is a specialist Medical Oncologist treating ovarian cancer (advanced and recurrent), cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, other gynaecological malignancies, breast cancer, Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), multiple myeloma, lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, head and neck cancers, genitourinary cancers and BRCA-positive hereditary cancers. International patients seek him as a leading Medical Oncology specialist in Bangalore, India for ovarian cancer, gynaecological malignancies and lymphoma.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr.Shekhar Patil?

Appointments with Dr.Shekhar Patil 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.Shekhar Patil?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr.Shekhar Patil, 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.Shekhar Patil offer second opinions for Medical Oncology cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr.Shekhar Patil can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating advanced ovarian cancer chemotherapy, lymphoma protocols, BRCA-related hereditary cancers or AML treatment with a 30-year-experienced Medical Oncology specialist in Bangalore, India.

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