Dr. E Grace Shirley

About Dr. E Grace Shirley

Dr. E Grace Shirley is a Consultant Radiation Oncologist at KIMSHEALTH Cancer Centre, Trivandrum, with over 22 years of experience. She is an expert in modern radiation oncology techniques such as IMRT, IGRT and Rapid Arc, with a keen clinical interest in evidence-based therapy for breast, gynaecological, prostate, brain and head & neck malignancies. Her work is published in peer-reviewed international and national journals.

22+ years of experience in Radiation Oncology
MBBS — Thanjavur Medical College, 1999
DMRT (Diploma in Medical Radiotherapy / Postgraduate Diploma in Radiotherapy) — Barnard Institute of Radiology, Madras Medical College, Chennai
DNB (Radiotherapy) — Regional Cancer Centre (RCC), Trivandrum
Patients from 25+ countries treated

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Thanjavur Medical College, 1999
DMRT (Diploma in Medical Radiotherapy / Postgraduate Diploma in Radiotherapy) — Barnard Institute of Radiology, Madras Medical College, Chennai
DNB (Radiotherapy) — Regional Cancer Centre (RCC), Trivandrum (the National Board of Examinations DNB postgraduate qualification, equivalent to MD)

Fellowships & Special Training

Specialised training in IMRT (Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy)
Specialised training in IGRT (Image-Guided Radiation Therapy)
Specialised training in Rapid Arc Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
Specialised training in evidence-based radiation oncology for Breast, Gynaecological, Prostate, Brain and Head & Neck Malignancies

Certifications & Accreditations

Travancore-Cochin Medical Council Registration
Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member
Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Breast Cancer
Gynaecological Cancers (Cervical, Endometrial, Ovarian)
Prostate Cancer
Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Metastases)
Head and Neck Malignancies
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma
Skin Cancer
Recurrent Cancers Requiring Re-Irradiation
Hormone Therapy & Oral Contraceptives in Breast Cancer (Counselling)

Sub-specialties

Modern Radiation Oncology — IMRT / IGRT / Rapid Arc: Comprehensive evidence-based external beam radiation therapy with IMRT, IGRT and Rapid Arc (VMAT) — a leading Radiation Oncologist specialist in Trivandrum, India for international patients (with patients from 25+ countries already treated).
Breast, Gynaecological & Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy: Comprehensive radiation oncology for breast cancer, gynaecological cancers (cervical, endometrial, ovarian) and prostate cancer.
Brain Tumour & Head and Neck Malignancy Radiation: Specialised radiation oncology for brain tumours and head and neck cancers — relevant for international patients researching the best radiation oncologist in India.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
Rapid Arc Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D-CRT)
External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT)
Brachytherapy (Gynaecological)
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) — for Brain Tumours
Radiation for Recurrent Cancers (Re-Irradiation)
Multidisciplinary Tumour Board Coordination
Hormone Therapy and Oral Contraceptives Counselling in Breast Cancer

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. E Grace Shirley can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Consultant Radiation Oncologist — KIMSHEALTH Cancer Centre, KIMSHEALTH (Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences), P.B. No. 1, Anayara P.O., Trivandrum – 695029, Kerala, India (Present)

Past Affiliations

General Medical Practice (immediately post-MBBS) — Trivandrum, Tamil Nadu (Past)
Barnard Institute of Radiology, Madras Medical College, Chennai — DMRT Trainee (Past)
Regional Cancer Centre (RCC), Trivandrum — DNB Radiotherapy Trainee (Past)

Academic & Research Roles

Active speaker at national and international radiation oncology conferences
Active member of Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
Author of peer-reviewed publications in international and national journals on clinical and research investigations in radiation oncology
Public-education contributor (KIMSHEALTH videos) on hormone replacement therapy and oral contraceptives in breast cancer

Key Achievements

22+ years of experience in Radiation Oncology
Patients from 25+ countries trusted with advanced radiation oncology treatment
Consultant at KIMSHEALTH Cancer Centre — KIMSHEALTH is one of Kerala's leading multi-specialty hospitals with 2 high-energy linear accelerators offering 3D-CRT, IMRT, IGRT and SRS
Trained at three prestigious institutions — Thanjavur Medical College, Barnard Institute (Madras Medical College, Chennai) and Regional Cancer Centre (RCC) Trivandrum
Author of peer-reviewed international and national publications

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Patients from 25+ countries treated through Medsurge / international patient programme
Author of peer-reviewed international and national publications in radiation oncology
Active conference speaker at national and international radiation oncology meetings

Professional Memberships

Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
Travancore-Cochin Medical Council
Tamil Nadu Medical Council

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Multiple peer-reviewed publications in international and national radiation oncology journals — clinical and research investigations.
Multiple paper presentations at national and international radiation oncology conferences.
Public education videos for KIMSHEALTH on hormone replacement therapy and oral contraceptives in breast cancer.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Evidence-based radiation therapy for breast cancer
Gynaecological radiation oncology (cervical, endometrial, ovarian)
Prostate cancer radiotherapy
Brain tumour radiation
Head and neck malignancy radiation

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Radiation Oncology Consultation	₹600 – ₹1,500	$8 – $18
3D-CRT Course (Multi-Session)	₹1,30,000 – ₹2,80,000	$1,560 – $3,360
IMRT Course (Multi-Session)	₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000	$3,000 – $6,000
IGRT Course	₹2,80,000 – ₹5,50,000	$3,360 – $6,600
Rapid Arc / VMAT	₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000	$3,600 – $7,200
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)	₹1,80,000 – ₹4,00,000	$2,160 – $4,800
Brachytherapy (Gynaec, per session)	₹35,000 – ₹80,000	$420 – $960
Breast Cancer Radiation Package	₹2,00,000 – ₹4,50,000	$2,400 – $5,400

*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. E Grace Shirley use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?

Dr. E Grace Shirley uses the most advanced radiation oncology technologies including Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), Rapid Arc Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D-CRT), brachytherapy for gynaecological cancers, and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) for brain tumours. KIMSHEALTH Cancer Centre is equipped with two high-energy linear accelerators. Virtual second opinions are also available for international patients.

2. What conditions does Dr. E Grace Shirley specialize in treating?

Dr. E Grace Shirley specialises in breast cancer, gynaecological cancers (cervical, endometrial, ovarian), prostate cancer, brain tumours (glioma, meningioma, metastases), head and neck malignancies, lung cancer, lymphoma, skin cancer, and recurrent cancers requiring re-irradiation — making her a leading Radiation Oncologist specialist in Trivandrum, India.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. E Grace Shirley?

Appointments with Dr. E Grace Shirley 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. E Grace Shirley?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. E Grace Shirley — who has already treated patients from 25+ countries — 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. E Grace Shirley offer second opinions for Radiation Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Radiation Oncologist in Trivandrum, India — particularly relevant for breast cancer, gynaecological cancer, prostate cancer, brain tumour and head & neck malignancy cases.

About Dr. E Grace Shirley