Star Hospitals, Hyderabad – India
About Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla
Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla is a Senior Consultant and Head of Medical Oncology with over 10 years of experience in chemotherapy, treatment of solid tumors, haematological malignancies, pediatric cancers (especially Hodgkin lymphoma), breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, targeted therapy, precision oncology, and bone marrow transplant. He is widely recognised as one of the best Medical Oncologists in India with AIIMS New Delhi DM Medical Oncology and Gold Medal MD Pediatrics credentials.
- 10+ years of experience as a Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist specialist in Hyderabad, India
- MD Pediatrics Gold Medallist from AIIMS New Delhi (2012)
- DM Medical Oncology from AIIMS New Delhi (2016)
- Awarded 'Abstract Achievement Award' at American Society of Hematology 2016
- 98% ratings and 98% recommendation rate on public platforms
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India, 2007
- MD — Pediatrics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India, 2012 (Gold Medallist)
- DM — Medical Oncology, Dr. BR Ambedkar Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, AIIMS, New Delhi, India, 2016
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialised Training in Hodgkin Lymphoma (especially pediatric and neonatal patient population)
- Advanced Training in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
- Specialised Training in Targeted Therapy and Precision Oncology
- Advanced Training in Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy
Certifications & Accreditations
- Telangana State Medical Council Registration
- Member — American Society of Hematology
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Hodgkin Lymphoma (Pediatric & Adult)
- Multiple Myeloma
- Pediatric Cancers (including Rhabdomyosarcoma)
- Blood Disorders & Hematological Malignancies
Sub-specialties
- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology: Especially Hodgkin lymphoma — a trusted Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist specialist Hyderabad India.
- Breast Cancer: Chemotherapy and targeted therapy — widely searched as the best Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist doctor India.
- Precision Oncology & Targeted Therapy: Molecular-driven cancer care.
- Bone Marrow Transplant & Cellular Therapy: Autologous stem cell transplant.
- Hematological Malignancies: Leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Chemotherapy of Solid Tumours
- Chemotherapy of Haematological Malignancies
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation
- Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment (ABVD protocol)
- Targeted Therapy & Precision Oncology
- Immunotherapy
- Breast Cancer Systemic Therapy
- Low-Dose Abiraterone for Metastatic Prostate Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cellular Therapy
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Star Hospitals, Nanakramguda (Financial District), Hyderabad — Senior Consultant & Head, Medical Oncology, Present
- Star Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad — Senior Consultant & Head, Medical Oncology, Present
Past Affiliations
- Care Super Specialty Hospital & Transplant Centre, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad — Consultant Medical Oncologist and Pediatric Hemato-Oncologist
- Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hyderabad — Consultant Medical Oncologist
- Soumya Multispecialty Hospital, Hyderabad — Consultant
- MNJ Institute of Oncology & Regional Cancer Centre, Hyderabad — Resident Super Specialist
- AIIMS, New Delhi — Senior Resident, Department of Medical Oncology
- Dr. BR Ambedkar Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, AIIMS, New Delhi — DM Medical Oncology Training, until 2016
- AIIMS, New Delhi — MD Pediatrics Training, until 2012 (Gold Medallist)
- Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad — MBBS Training, until 2007
Academic & Research Roles
- Author — 20+ peer-reviewed publications in J Nucl Med, Ann Hematol, Leuk Lymphoma, Indian J Pediatr, Pediatr Blood Cancer, JCO Glob Oncol, and others
- Scholar — SIOP-2015 Oral Presentation Scholarship, Cape Town, South Africa
- Awardee — American Society of Hematology Abstract Achievement Award, 2016
Key Achievements
- 10+ years of clinical experience in medical and pediatric oncology
- Won Sorel Catherine Prize for Best Post-Graduate in Pediatrics, 2012
- Stood 2nd in NNF Gold Medal Paper, 2012
- AIIMS MD Pediatrics Gold Medallist
- 98% ratings and 98% recommendation rate on public platforms
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Sorel Catherine Prize — Best Post-Graduate in Pediatrics, 2012
- 2nd in NNF Gold Medal Paper, 2012
- Scholarship for Oral Presentation — SIOP-2015, Cape Town, South Africa (Outcome of Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma Treated with ABVD: A Multicentric Analysis of 335 Patients)
- Abstract Achievement Award — American Society of Hematology Meeting, Chicago, 16–17 September 2016 (Prognostic Significance of Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio in Advanced Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma)
- MD Pediatrics Gold Medallist — AIIMS, New Delhi, 2012
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Hematology
- Telangana State Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Bakhshi S, Bhethanabhotla S, Kumar R, et al. Post-treatment PET-CT Rather than Interim PET-CT Using Deauville Criteria Predicts Outcome in Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma. J Nucl Med. 2016 Oct 6.
- Bhethanabhotla S, Jain S, Kapoor G, et al. Outcome of Pediatric Advanced Hodgkin Lymphoma Treated with ABVD and Predictors of Inferior Survival: A Multicenter Study of 186 Patients. Leuk Lymphoma. 2016 Dec 6;1–7.
- Bhethanabhotla S, Bakhshi S. Presence of Risk Factors Does Not Affect Outcome in Early-Stage Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma Treated with ABVD. Ann Hematol. 2016 Nov 18.
- Bhethanabhotla S, Tiwari A, Sharma MC, Vishnubhatla S, Bakhshi S. Prognostic Significance of IL-6 in Hodgkin Lymphoma. Indian J Pediatr. 2019 June 1;86(6):551–4.
- Mittal A, Bhethanabhotla S, Ganguly S, et al. Late effects in pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma survivors after uniform treatment with ABVD with or without radiotherapy. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2021 Nov;68(11):e29293.
- Patel A, Tannock IF, Bhethanabhotla S, et al. Low-Dose Abiraterone in Metastatic Prostate Cancer: Is It Practice Changing? JCO Glob Oncol. 2020 Mar;6:382–6.
- Kumar L, Boya RR, Pai R, Harish P, Mookerjee A, Sainath B, et al. Autologous stem cell transplantation for multiple myeloma: Long-term results. The National Medical Journal of India. 2016 Jul 1;29(4):192.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma treatment and outcomes
- Breast cancer targeted therapy
- Precision oncology and molecular-driven therapy
- Bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Oncology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle) | ₹25,000 – ₹1,50,000 | $300 – $1,800 |
| Targeted Therapy (per cycle) | ₹60,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $720 – $4,200 |
| Immunotherapy (per cycle) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $1,800 – $6,600 |
| Autologous Stem Cell Transplant | ₹10,00,000 – ₹22,00,000 | $12,000 – $26,400 |
| Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma ABVD Protocol | ₹1,80,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $2,160 – $6,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla use in Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist treatment?
Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla uses the most advanced oncology technologies including modern chemotherapy infusion platforms, targeted therapy and precision oncology systems (molecular profiling), immunotherapy infrastructure, autologous stem cell transplant and cellular therapy platforms, PET-CT outcome prediction tools, and pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma ABVD treatment protocols. Remote second opinions are available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla specialize in treating?
Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla specialises in breast cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, stomach cancer, colorectal cancer, Hodgkin lymphoma (pediatric & adult), multiple myeloma, pediatric cancers including rhabdomyosarcoma, and blood disorders. He is a trusted Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist specialist Hyderabad India, and Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla doctor reviews highlight his AIIMS DM Medical Oncology, MD Pediatrics Gold Medal, and ASH Abstract Achievement Award as the best Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist doctor India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla?
Appointments with Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla 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. Sainath Bhethanabhotla?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla, 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. Sainath Bhethanabhotla offer second opinions for Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking to review their breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, Hodgkin lymphoma, or pediatric cancer diagnosis with an expert Medical Oncologist, Pediatric Oncologist specialist in Hyderabad, India.
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