Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore – India
About Dr. Anitha Gopinath
Dr. Anitha Gopinath is a highly respected Senior Consultant in Radiation Oncology with over two decades of specialized clinical experience. Recognized as one of the Top Radiation Oncologists in South India by India Today and Outlook Health in 2022, Dr. Anitha Gopinath is widely regarded for delivering advanced, precision-based cancer care. Dr. Anitha Gopinath is known for tailoring individualized treatment plans using state-of-the-art radiation techniques such as IMRT, IGRT, VMAT, RapidArc, SRS, SBRT, SABR, and Cyberknife Robotic Radiosurgery. With a strong academic foundation and a patient-centric philosophy, Dr. Anitha Gopinath continues to raise the bar in the management of complex cancers including brain tumors, head and neck cancers, gynecological malignancies, pediatric tumors, and thoracic and urologic cancers.
Medical Degrees
- MBBS
- MD in Radiation Oncology
- DNB in Radiation Oncology
Fellowships & Special Training
Extensive hands-on training in High-Precision Radiation Therapy techniques such as:
- Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
- Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
- Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
- RapidArc Radiation Therapy
- Cyberknife Robotic Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
- Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Registered with Tamil Nadu Medical Council – Registration Number: 57097
Major Cancer Types Treated
- Bladder Cancer
- Brain Tumors
- Cervical Cancer
- Chondrosarcoma
- Colon Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Glioblastoma
- Lung Cancer
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Mouth Cancer & Oral Cavity Malignancies
- Non-melanoma Skin Cancers
- Osteosarcoma
- Pediatric Solid Tumors (e.g., Wilms Tumor, Retinoblastoma)
- Salivary Gland Tumors
- Throat Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vascular Tumors
Sub-specialties
- Breast Oncology
- Head & Neck Oncology
- Gynecological Oncology
- Neuro-Oncology
- Pediatric Oncology
- Uro-Oncology
- Sarcomas
Advanced Procedures Performed
- Cyberknife Robotic Radiosurgery
- IMRT & IGRT
- RapidArc Radiation Therapy
- VMAT
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
- SBRT / SABR for lung, spine, liver, prostate
- High-precision conformal radiation for pediatric and rare tumors
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant – Radiation Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru
Past Hospital Affiliations
- Clinical Director & Consultant – Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru (2016 – 2018)
- Consultant Radiation Oncologist – Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru (2006 – 2015)
- Junior Consultant – Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Chennai (2003 – 2006)
- Faculty – Fellowship in Radiation Oncology & B.Sc Radiation Technology, RGUHS
Academic & Research Roles
- Faculty Mentor for Radiation Oncology Fellows
- Speaker at National & International Conferences
- Invited Faculty at Global Oncologists Meet 2016 (Cologne, Germany)
Key Achievements & Contributions
- Early adopter and trainer in Cyberknife Radiosurgery in South India
- Presented clinical data on IMRT and RapidArc in complex head & neck cancers
- Faculty member in National AROI academic sessions
- Top Radiation Oncologist South India 2022 – India Today
- Best Radiation Oncologist South India 2022 – Outlook Health
- Best Doctor Award – Apollo Specialty, Chennai (2004)
- Best Paper Award – AROI National Conference (2003) – Cisplatin as Radiosensitiser in Head & Neck Cancer
- Best Poster Award – AROI State Conference (2004) – SRS in Vestibular Schwannoma with hearing preservation
- Invited Speaker – 10th Global Oncologists Meet, Cologne, Germany (2016) – High-Precision Radiation Therapy in Head & Neck Cancers
- Chairperson – AROI National Conference Academic Sessions
Published Papers in Medical Journals
- Follicular Dendritic Cell Sarcoma of Lung – A Rare Case Report, Journal of Neuro-Oncology India (2005)
- Challenges in Treating Carcinoma Tongue, Oropharynx, and Nasopharynx using IMRT & RapidArc, Journal of Cancer Science and Therapy (2016)
Books & Chapters Authored
- Contributed academic content to teaching modules for Radiation Oncology trainees
Ongoing Clinical Trials Participation
- Involved in institutional research on high-precision radiotherapy outcomes in head & neck and gynecologic cancers
Notable Cases Handled
- Multiple cases of vestibular schwannoma treated successfully with SRS, with preserved hearing function
- Excellent disease control achieved in pediatric CNS tumors using IMRT and IGRT protocols
- Customized SBRT plans for elderly lung cancer patients with minimal toxicity
Patient Testimonials
“Dr. Anitha Gopinath explained every step of the treatment in detail and gave me confidence throughout the process. The precision of the therapy helped me recover with minimal side effects.”
— Mr. Ramesh K.
“I was treated for a brain tumor by Dr. Anitha Gopinath. The care, communication, and compassion shown made a difficult journey much easier for our family.”
— Mrs. Shalini P.
Patient-Centred Care
Dr. Anitha Gopinath strongly believes in individualized, patient-focused care. Each treatment plan is meticulously designed based on tumor biology, stage, patient co-morbidities, and lifestyle preferences. Dr. Anitha Gopinath emphasizes communication, compassion, and informed decision-making.
Technology & Innovation
Dr. Anitha Gopinath is a firm advocate of technology-driven oncology. With expertise in Cyberknife, IMRT, IGRT, and RapidArc, Dr. Anitha Gopinath ensures that every patient benefits from evidence-based, high-precision radiation with optimal tumor control and minimal side effects.
| Treatment Type | Approx. Cost (INR) | Approx. Cost (USD) |
| SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $4,200 – $6,000 |
| SRS (Stereotactic Radiosurgery) | ₹4,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $4,800 – $7,200 |
| IGRT (Image-Guided Radiation Therapy) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $3,000 – $4,800 |
| Head & Neck Cancer Treatment (Radiotherapy) | ₹2,00,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $2,400 – $4,200 |
| Breast Cancer (Radiotherapy) | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $2,200 – $3,600 |
| Prostate Cancer (Radiotherapy) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $3,000 – $5,400 |
For appointment booking and to get a personalised cost estimate, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds team.
Language Support
Consultations are available in English, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. Dedicated interpreter services are available for other languages
Visa & Travel Assistance
Cancer Rounds provides full support for medical visa documentation, airport transfers, accommodation assistance, and post-treatment recovery planning.
Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations
International patients can avail of virtual consultations with Dr. Anitha Gopinath for initial treatment planning before travelling to India.
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