About Dr. Ashish M Kaushal
Dr. Ashish M Kaushal is a Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist with over 21 years of clinical experience, specialising in targeted therapy, immunotherapy and personalised medicine for both solid and haematological malignancies, with national and international clinical trials experience as Principal Investigator.
- 21+ years of clinical experience in medical oncology
- MBBS and MD (General Medicine), with DM in Medical Oncology from a premier Indian medical institution
- Senior Medical Oncologist with vast experience managing solid and haematological malignancies, targeted therapy and immunotherapy across multiple Ahmedabad centres
- Teaching faculty in DNB Medical Oncology; Principal Investigator in multiple National and International Clinical Trials
- 97% patient recommendation rating with 85+ patient reviews; co-author of Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines for the management of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Indian medical college
- MD (General Medicine) — Indian medical institution
- DM (Medical Oncology) — Indian medical institution
- DNB (Medical Oncology) — National Board of Examinations, India
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialised training in Targeted Therapy
- Specialised training in Immunotherapy / Checkpoint Inhibitors
- Specialised training in Personalised Medicine and Molecular Profiling
- Specialised training in Hemato-Oncology
- Specialised training in Clinical Trial Methodology
Certifications & Accreditations
- Gujarat 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
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin's & Non-Hodgkin's)
- Acute & Chronic Leukaemias
- Multiple Myeloma
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer (Small Cell & Non-Small Cell)
- Colorectal Cancer
- Gastric & Pancreatic Cancer
- Hepatobiliary Cancer
- Head & Neck Cancers (Oral Cavity, Oropharyngeal)
- Cervical & Ovarian Cancer
- Prostate & Bladder Cancer
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
- Sarcomas
- Brain Tumours
- Advanced & Metastatic Cancers
Sub-specialties
- Targeted Therapy & Immunotherapy: Precision oncology with checkpoint inhibitors, TKIs and monoclonal antibodies — a leading Medical Oncology specialist in Ahmedabad, India for targeted therapy.
- Personalised Medicine: Molecular-profiling-based cancer treatment — trusted as the best Medical Oncologist doctor in India for personalised oncology.
- Hemato-Oncology: Lymphoma, leukaemia and myeloma management.
- Clinical Trials & Research: Principal Investigator in national and international trials.
- Academic Medical Oncology: DNB Medical Oncology teaching faculty.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Chemotherapy (Curative, Adjuvant, Neoadjuvant)
- Targeted Therapy (HER2, EGFR, ALK, BRAF, BTK Inhibitors, ROS1, RET, NTRK)
- Immunotherapy / Checkpoint Inhibitors (PD-1, PD-L1, CTLA-4)
- Hormone Therapy (Breast, Prostate)
- Monoclonal Antibody Therapy (Rituximab, Trastuzumab, Daratumumab)
- Bone-Modifying Agents
- Molecular Profiling & Genetic Counselling
- Scalp Cooling for Chemotherapy
- Port-a-Cath Insertion
- Bone Marrow Aspiration & Biopsy
- Clinical Trial Enrolment
- Supportive & Palliative Oncology Care
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Ashish M Kaushal can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Founder & Senior Medical Oncologist — Aagam Cancer Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India (Present)
- Senior Consultant Medical Oncology — KD Hospital, Ahmedabad, India
- Consultant Medical Oncologist — HCG Cancer Centre, Sola, Ahmedabad, India
- Consultant — SGVP Holistic Hospital, Gandhinagar Road, Ahmedabad, India
Past Affiliations
- Consultant Medical Oncologist at multiple leading Ahmedabad cancer centres
- Teaching faculty in DNB Medical Oncology programmes
Academic & Research Roles
- Teaching faculty in DNB Medical Oncology
- Principal Investigator in multiple National and International Clinical Trials
- Co-author of Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines for the management of Oral Cavity Cancer
- Co-author of Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines for the management of Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Active in clinical research and academic development
Key Achievements
- 21+ years of clinical experience in medical oncology
- 97% patient recommendation rating with 85+ patient reviews
- Co-author of Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines (oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer)
- Principal Investigator in multiple national and international clinical trials
- Founder of Aagam Cancer Centre, a dedicated Ahmedabad oncology centre
- Teaching faculty in DNB Medical Oncology
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- 97% patient recommendation rating on consultation platforms
- Co-author of Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines for Oral Cavity Cancer
- Co-author of Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines for Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Principal Investigator recognition in National and International Clinical Trials
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)
- Chaturvedi P, Kaushal AM, et al. "Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines for the Management of Oral Cavity Cancer." Indian Journal of Cancer. 2020;57(5):6.
- Kaushal AM, et al. "Indian Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines for the Management of Oropharyngeal Cancer."
- Multiple publications and clinical trial protocols on targeted therapy and immunotherapy
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Personalised molecular oncology
- Targeted therapy in solid tumours
- Immunotherapy clinical trials
- Hemato-oncology protocols
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. Ashish M Kaushal use in Medical Oncologist treatment?
Dr. Ashish M Kaushal uses cutting-edge medical oncology techniques including curative, adjuvant and neoadjuvant chemotherapy, targeted therapy (HER2, EGFR, ALK, BRAF, BTK inhibitors, ROS1, RET, NTRK), immunotherapy and checkpoint inhibitors (PD-1, PD-L1, CTLA-4), hormone therapy for breast and prostate, monoclonal antibody therapy (Rituximab, Trastuzumab, Daratumumab), bone-modifying agents, molecular profiling and genetic counselling, scalp cooling for chemotherapy, port-a-cath insertion, bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, clinical trial enrolment and supportive/palliative oncology care. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Ashish M Kaushal specialize in treating?
Dr. Ashish M Kaushal is a specialist Medical Oncologist treating lymphoma (Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's), acute and chronic leukaemias, multiple myeloma, breast cancer, lung cancer (small cell and non-small cell), colorectal cancer, gastric and pancreatic cancer, hepatobiliary cancer, head and neck cancers (oral cavity, oropharyngeal), cervical and ovarian cancer, prostate and bladder cancer, renal cell carcinoma, sarcomas, brain tumours and advanced/metastatic cancers. International patients seek him as a leading Medical Oncology specialist in Ahmedabad, India for targeted therapy and personalised molecular oncology.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ashish M Kaushal?
Appointments with Dr. Ashish M Kaushal 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. Ashish M Kaushal?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ashish M Kaushal, 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. Ashish M Kaushal offer second opinions for Medical Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Ashish M Kaushal can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating targeted therapy, immunotherapy, lymphoma protocols or molecular-profiling-based personalised oncology with a Clinical Trial Principal Investigator-level Medical Oncology specialist in Ahmedabad, India.














