Paras Hospitals - Gurgaon – India
About Dr (Col.) R Ranga Rao
Dr. (Col.) R. Ranga Rao is Chairman of Medical Oncology at Paras Cancer Centre, Paras Health, Gurugram, with 40+ years of experience — MBBS (JNMC Ajmer), MD Internal Medicine (AFMC Pune), DM Medical Oncology (Cancer Institute WIA, Adyar Chennai); clinical exchange at MD Anderson Cancer Centre Houston, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Royal Marsden Hospital UK; decorated with the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) by the President of India; 200,000+ patients treated; three Lifetime Achievement Awards (ICC/ISMPO 2023, ICON 2020, Oncology Forum 2023); 110+ national and international lectures; founding member of the Armed Forces Oncology Group (AFOG).
- MBBS — JNMC Ajmer (1977); MD (Internal Medicine) — AFMC Pune (1984); DM (Medical Oncology) — Cancer Institute WIA Adyar, Chennai (1993); Clinical training: MD Anderson Cancer Centre Houston USA, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute USA, Royal Marsden Hospital UK
- 40+ years; Chairman Medical Oncology — Paras Cancer Centre, Paras Health, Gurugram; previous: Max Institute of Cancer Care (Shalimar Bagh), BLK Super Speciality Hospital, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, Artemis Cancer Centre, Army Hospital R&R Delhi; expert in lung, breast, GI, gynaecological, genitourinary, lymphoma, head & neck cancers; chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy, palliative care; 200,000+ patients; 110+ lectures; 3 Lifetime Achievement Awards
- Member — ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology); ESMO (European Society of Medical Oncology); ISMPO; Association of Physicians of India; Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) — President of India
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Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Ajmer, Rajasthan, India, 1977
- MD (Internal Medicine) — Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune University, Maharashtra, India, 1984
- DM (Medical Oncology) — Cancer Institute (WIA) / Muthulaxmi College of Oncological Sciences, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 1993
Fellowships & Special Training
- Clinical Exchange — MD Anderson Cancer Centre, Houston, Texas, USA
- Clinical Exchange — Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
- Clinical Exchange — Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK
Certifications & Accreditations
- Medical Council of India Registration
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) — Member
- European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) — Member
- Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO) — Member
- Association of Physicians of India — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Cancers Treated
- Lung Cancer (NSCLC, SCLC)
- Breast Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Cancers (Oesophagus, Stomach, Colon, Rectum, Liver, Pancreas)
- Lymphomas (Hodgkin & Non-Hodgkin, all types)
- Head & Neck Cancers
- Genitourinary Cancers (Kidney, Bladder, Prostate)
- Brain Tumours
- Sarcomas, Melanomas & Rare Cancers
Sub-specialties
- Medical Oncology (MD Anderson / Dana-Farber / Royal Marsden Trained): 40 years of experience in managing the full spectrum of solid and haematological malignancies with DM (Medical Oncology) from Cancer Institute WIA Adyar Chennai and clinical exchanges at MD Anderson, Dana-Farber, and Royal Marsden — a world-class medical oncologist Paras Cancer Centre Gurgaon India with global training credentials and Vishisht Seva Medal from the President of India.
- Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapy & Immunotherapy: Expert in conventional chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy, and precision oncology — a comprehensive cancer treatment specialist Paras Hospitals Gurugram with 200,000+ patients treated and 3 Lifetime Achievement Awards from India's leading oncology societies.
- Palliative & Supportive Cancer Care: Founding member of the Armed Forces Oncology Group (AFOG) — expert in supportive and palliative care including symptom management, pain control, and holistic patient-centred cancer care — a compassionate palliative oncologist Gurgaon India with 40 years of military and civilian oncology practice.
Advanced Treatments
- Chemotherapy (Conventional & Dose-Dense)
- Targeted Therapy (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors, CDK 4/6 Inhibitors, etc.)
- Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors — PD-1/PD-L1)
- Hormonal Therapy (Breast, Prostate, Endometrial Cancers)
- Precision/Personalised Medicine
- Supportive & Palliative Care
- Management of Oncological Emergencies (TLS, Febrile Neutropenia, SVC Syndrome, SVCS)
- Clinical Trial Participation
- Second Opinion & Multidisciplinary Tumour Board Reviews
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr (Col.) R Ranga Rao can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Paras Cancer Centre, Paras Health, Phase I, C-1, Sushant Lok Road, Sector 43, Gurugram, Haryana, India — Chairman, Medical Oncology (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Max Institute of Cancer Care, Max Super-Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi — Senior Director, Oncology Services (Past)
- BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi — Sr. Consultant & Director, Medical Oncology, 2011–2014
- Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, New Delhi — Professor & Sr. Consultant, Medical Oncology, 2006–2011
- Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi — Senior Adviser, Oncology, 2002–2006
- Armed Forces Medical Services (Kolkata, Pune, Mumbai) — Medical Oncologist, 1993–2002
- Armed Forces Medical Services — Internal Medicine Specialist, 1977–2002 (promoted to Colonel)
Key Achievements
- 40+ years; DM Medical Oncology — Cancer Institute WIA Adyar Chennai
- Clinical training: MD Anderson Cancer Centre USA, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute USA, Royal Marsden Hospital UK
- 200,000+ patients treated; 110+ lectures nationally and internationally
- Founding member — Armed Forces Oncology Group (AFOG)
- 3 Lifetime Achievement Awards (ICC/ISMPO 2023, Oncology Forum 2023, ICON 2020)
- Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) — President of India
Awards & Recognitions
National Honours
- Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) — President of India (for distinguished service in Armed Forces)
- Lifetime Achievement Award — Indian Cancer Congress (ICC) / ISMPO, 2023
- Lifetime Achievement Award — Oncology Forum Annual Meeting, New Delhi, 2023
- Lifetime Achievement Award — Indian Cooperative Oncology Network (ICON), Hyderabad, 2020
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
- Association of Physicians of India
Research & Publications
Research & Publications
- Numerous research papers and articles published in peer-reviewed national and international journals on medical oncology, chemotherapy protocols, and cancer care.
- 110+ lectures and presentations delivered nationally and internationally.
- Contributed to weekly chemotherapy research in head, neck, oesophageal, and cervical malignancies during Armed Forces service.
- Clinical trial experience spanning four decades.
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Oncology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 | $12 – $24 |
| Chemotherapy Cycle (per cycle) | ₹10,000 – ₹1,00,000+ | $120 – $1,200+ |
| Targeted Therapy (per cycle) | ₹30,000 – ₹3,00,000+ | $360 – $3,600+ |
| Immunotherapy (per cycle) | ₹80,000 – ₹3,00,000+ | $960 – $3,600+ |
| Second Opinion / Tumour Board Review | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 | $24 – $60 |
*Indicative estimates only. Drug costs vary significantly by regimen and treatment duration. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Dr. (Col.) R. Ranga Rao known for?
Dr. (Col.) R. Ranga Rao is known as a highly distinguished Medical Oncologist with 40+ years of experience, DM Oncology from Cancer Institute WIA Adyar, clinical training at MD Anderson Cancer Centre, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Royal Marsden Hospital, 200,000+ patients treated, 3 Lifetime Achievement Awards, Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) from the President of India, and founding role in the Armed Forces Oncology Group (AFOG). He is Chairman of Medical Oncology at Paras Cancer Centre, Gurugram.
2. What cancers does Dr. Ranga Rao specialise in treating?
He specialises in lung, breast, ovarian, cervical, GI, lymphoma, head & neck, genitourinary, and brain cancers — using chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy, precision medicine, and palliative care. International patients seeking the best medical oncologist in Gurgaon / Delhi NCR, India consult him at Paras Cancer Centre.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. R. Ranga Rao?
Appointments 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. Ranga Rao?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance 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.
6. Does Dr. Ranga Rao offer second opinions for cancer cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations and multidisciplinary tumour board reviews can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert input on their cancer diagnosis, staging, or treatment protocol from this internationally trained oncologist at Paras Cancer Centre Gurgaon, India.
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