Dr. Amit Agarwal

About Dr. Amit Agarwal

Dr. Amit Agarwal is the Principal Director and Head of Medical Oncology at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, with over 32 years of experience. A highly qualified oncologist (DM, MRCP UK), he specializes in treating breast, lung, colon, lymphoma, and prostate cancers using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy. Dr. Agarwal has led major oncology departments, mentored DNB students, and published extensively in reputed journals. His patient-centric philosophy, global clinical exposure (UK, Oman), and commitment to innovation have made him a trusted name in oncology. He also offers virtual consultations and international patient support through Cancer Rounds.

OPD Schedule Of Dr. Amit Agarwal

Consultation Fees Rs. 1200 /-

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi

MON 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM

TUE 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM

WED 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM

THU 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM

FRI 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM

SAT 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Medical Degrees

MBBS (UCMS Delhi, 1992)
MD Medicine ( MAMC Delhi, 1996)
DM Medical Oncology (AIIMS New Delhi, 2002)

Fellowships & Special Training

MRCP from Royal College of Physicians, London, UK
Fellow Clinical Oncology at Aden Brookes NHS Trust, Cambridge, UK
Clinical attachment, Oncology at Churchill and Radcliff Hospital, Oxford, UK

Membership

Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
Delhi Medical Council

Major Cancer Types Treated

Breast cancer
Neuroendocrine cancers
Pain management in cancer patients
Management of hodgkin’s disease and non-hodgkin lymphoma
Colon cancer
Prostate cancer
Lung cancer
Nonmetastatic ewing’s sarcoma treatment
Giant cell tumour treatment
Treatment of Melanoma

Sub-specialties

Molecular Oncology
Emergency Medicine

Advanced Procedures Performed

Chemotherapy of solid tumours
Chemotherapy of haematological malignancies
Immunotherapy
Targeted therapy

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations

Principal Director & HOD of Medical Oncology at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh
Senior Director and HOD of the Medical Oncology Department, BLK Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi
Senior Consultant, International Oncology at Fortis Hospital
Senior Consultant at Batra Hospital & Medical Research Center
LAS Oncology at Mount Vernon Hospital, Hertfordshire, UK

Academic & Research Roles

Fellow Clinical Oncology at Aden Brookes NHS Trust, Cambridge, UK
Clinical attachment, Oncology at Churchill and Radcliff Hospital, Oxford, UK
Specialist Oncology at Royal Hospital, Sultanate of Oman
DNB Programme Guide & Teacher
Co-Guide for multiple oncology/pathology theses

Key Achievements & Contributions

Established and led major Oncology Departments (Fortis Shalimar Bagh, BLK).
Extensive national and international clinical experience (India, UK, Oman).
Significant contribution to DNB Medical Oncology training (guided 7 students).
Active participation and leadership (chairperson/speaker) in numerous national/international conferences.
Commitment to public health through lectures and awareness programs.
Published research in reputable journals and co-authored book chapter.
Holds prestigious MRCP (UK) qualification.

Recognitions & Honors

Recognized as a leader in Medical Oncology through appointments as HOD/Principal Director at major hospitals.
Frequently invited as chairperson/speaker at significant medical conferences and CMEs.
Membership in prestigious organizations like ASCO.

Published Papers in Medical Journals

PARP inhibitor in platinum-resistant ovarian cancer: single-center real-world experience. JCO Global Oncology (2021).
Chemotherapy toxicity in elderly population≥ 65 years: A tertiary care hospital experience from India. Indian Journal of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (2019).
Persistent antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection in cancer patients: a single-center retrospective observational study. Indian Journal of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (2021).
Tilmanocept accurately detects sentinel lymph nodes and predicts node pathology status in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck: results of a phase III multi-institutional trial. Annals of surgical oncology (2015).

Books & Chapters Authored

Co-author to a book titled “Pedicled Flaps in Partial Breast Reconstruction”.

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Language Support: Cancer Rounds provides treatment assistance in all the languages.Visa & Travel Assistance: If you are an international patient looking for consulting Dr. Agarwal for cancer treatment, Cancer Rounds assists in providing all sorts of visa & travel assistance. Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations: Dr. Agarwal provides pre-treatment virtual consultations. You can easily get a prior appointment booked with the help of Cancer Rounds team.

Patient Testimonials

“Being diagnosed with cancer was the scariest moment of my life. I felt completely overwhelmed and lost. From my very first appointment, Dr. Amit Agarwal took the time to explain my diagnosis (Stage II Breast Cancer) and treatment options. He didn’t just treat the disease but gave me the confidence I needed to face chemotherapy.”– Sarah K.“I came to Dr. Agarwal for a second opinion regarding my advanced colon cancer. He thoroughly reviewed my case and presented complex information clearly and logically, and suggested further treatment.”– Rohan Raj“Dr. Agarwal is a knowledgeable oncologist and a very humble person. I highly recommend consulting him for cancer treatment.” – Anil Singh

Patient-Centred Care: Dr. Agarwal focuses on understanding patient concerns and providing compassionate care. He emphasises personalised treatment plans.
Technology & Innovation: He utilises advanced treatment modalities, including Immunotherapy, Targeted Therapy, and Molecular Oncology principles to offer cutting-edge cancer care.