Dr. Upasna Saxena

About Dr. Upasna Saxena

Dr. Upasna Saxena is a Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist with extensive experience across multiple radiotherapy techniques including 3DCRT, IMRT, IGRT, VMAT, stereotaxy (SRS, SBRT), deep inspiration breath hold, respiratory gating and brachytherapy, with special interest in PET-MRI based planning, image-guided brachytherapy and adaptive radiotherapy.

Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist at a leading Mumbai comprehensive cancer centre — with extensive multi-technique radiation oncology experience
MBBS and MD in Radiation Oncology from leading Indian medical institutions
Expert in stereotaxy (SRS, SBRT), deep inspiration breath hold, respiratory gating and brachytherapy
Special interest in PET and MRI-based radiotherapy planning, image-guided brachytherapy and adaptive radiotherapy
Patient-centred approach prioritising curative-intent treatment combined with the best possible post-treatment quality of life

OPD Schedule Of Dr. Upasna Saxena

Consultation Fees Rs. 2450 /-

HCG Cancer Centre, Mumbai

MON 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM

TUE 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM

WED 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM

THU 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM

FRI 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM

SAT 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Indian medical college
MD (Radiation Oncology) — Indian medical institution

Fellowships & Special Training

Specialised training in 3DCRT, IMRT, IGRT, VMAT
Specialised training in Stereotaxy (SRS & SBRT)
Specialised training in Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH) Radiotherapy
Specialised training in Respiratory Gating
Specialised training in Brachytherapy
Specialised training in PET and MRI-based Radiotherapy Planning
Specialised training in Image-Guided Brachytherapy
Specialised training in Adaptive Radiotherapy

Certifications & Accreditations

Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) — Member
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) — Member
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) — Member
Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Head & Neck Cancers (Oral, Oropharyngeal, Laryngeal, Hypopharyngeal)
Breast Cancer (with DIBH for left-sided breast)
Cervical Cancer
Endometrial & Ovarian Cancer
Other Gynaecological Malignancies
Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Metastases)
Lung Cancer (with Respiratory Gating)
Gastrointestinal Cancers (Colorectal, Gastric, Oesophageal)
Prostate Cancer
Other Genitourinary Cancers
Spinal & Bone Metastases
Oligometastatic Disease
Recurrent Cancer (Re-irradiation)

Sub-specialties

Image-Guided Brachytherapy: Advanced cervical and gynae-oncology brachytherapy — a leading Radiation Oncology specialist in Mumbai, India for image-guided brachytherapy.
Adaptive Radiotherapy: Plan adaptation for anatomy changes — trusted as the best Radiation Oncologist doctor in India for adaptive radiotherapy.
Stereotaxy (SRS & SBRT): Brain, lung and oligometastatic disease.
DIBH & Respiratory Gating: Left breast cancer and lung tumour motion management.
PET-MRI Based Planning: Image-fusion precision radiotherapy.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3DCRT)
Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH) for Left Breast Cancer
Respiratory Gating for Lung Cancer
Intracavitary & Interstitial Brachytherapy
Image-Guided Brachytherapy
Adaptive Radiotherapy
PET-MRI Based RT Planning
Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy
Hypofractionated Radiotherapy
Palliative Radiotherapy

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Upasna Saxena can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist — HCG Cancer Centre, Borivali West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Present)

Past Affiliations

Consultant Radiation Oncologist at multiple leading Indian cancer centres
MD Trainee in Radiation Oncology — Indian medical institution

Academic & Research Roles

Active member of AROI, ESMO and ASTRO
Regular speaker at national radiation oncology conferences
Special academic interest in PET-MRI based planning and adaptive radiotherapy

Key Achievements

Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist at a leading Mumbai oncology centre
Expert across multiple radiotherapy techniques including DIBH, respiratory gating and image-guided brachytherapy
Special expertise in PET-MRI based RT planning and adaptive radiotherapy
Patient-centred curative approach with focus on post-treatment quality of life

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Recognition as Senior Consultant at a leading Mumbai cancer centre
Recognition for expertise in image-guided brachytherapy and adaptive radiotherapy

Professional Memberships

Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Information not publicly available.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Image-guided brachytherapy outcomes
Adaptive radiotherapy
DIBH for left breast cancer
Stereotactic radiotherapy in oligometastatic disease

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. Upasna Saxena use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?

Dr. Upasna Saxena uses cutting-edge radiation oncology techniques including 3D conformal radiotherapy (3DCRT), intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT), stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), deep inspiration breath hold (DIBH) for left breast cancer, respiratory gating for lung cancer, intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy, image-guided brachytherapy, adaptive radiotherapy, PET-MRI based RT planning, concurrent chemo-radiotherapy, hypofractionated radiotherapy and palliative radiotherapy. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.

2. What conditions does Dr. Upasna Saxena specialize in treating?

Dr. Upasna Saxena is a specialist Radiation Oncologist treating head and neck cancers (oral, oropharyngeal, laryngeal, hypopharyngeal), breast cancer (with DIBH for left-sided breast), cervical cancer, endometrial and ovarian cancer, other gynaecological malignancies, brain tumours (glioma, meningioma, metastases), lung cancer (with respiratory gating), gastrointestinal cancers (colorectal, gastric, oesophageal), prostate cancer, other genitourinary cancers, spinal and bone metastases, oligometastatic disease and recurrent cancer (re-irradiation). International patients seek her as a leading Radiation Oncology specialist in Mumbai, India for image-guided brachytherapy and adaptive radiotherapy.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Upasna Saxena?

Appointments with Dr. Upasna Saxena 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. Upasna Saxena?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Upasna Saxena, 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. Upasna Saxena offer second opinions for Radiation Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Upasna Saxena can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating image-guided brachytherapy, adaptive radiotherapy, DIBH for left breast cancer or stereotactic radiotherapy for oligometastatic disease with an experienced Radiation Oncology specialist in Mumbai, India.

About Dr. Upasna Saxena