HCG Curie City Cancer Centre, Vijayawada – India
About Dr. K P Ranganath
Dr. K P Ranganath is a Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist with over 13 years of clinical experience, specialising in CNS tumours, breast, head & neck, gastrointestinal and gynaecological cancers, with deep expertise in brachytherapy, hypofractionation and re-irradiation.
- 13+ years of clinical experience in radiation oncology
- MBBS from an international medical university; DNB in Radiotherapy from a premier oncology training centre in Pune, India
- Senior Registrar training from a leading state-government medical college in Andhra Pradesh
- Treated 1,500+ patients with over 2,000 brachytherapy cases at one of India's leading cancer hospital chains since 2017
- Expert in 3DCRT, IMRT, VMAT/Rapid Arc, IGRT, SRS, SBRT and brachytherapy; special interest in hypofractionation, adaptive radiotherapy and re-irradiation
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HCG Curie City Cancer Centre, Vijayawada
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Liaoning Medical University, China
- DNB (Radiotherapy) — Inlaks & Budhrani Hospital, Pune, India
Fellowships & Special Training
- Senior Registrarship in Radiation Oncology — Kurnool Medical College, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Specialised training in Brachytherapy
- Specialised training in Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
- Specialised training in Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT) and Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
- Specialised training in Hypofractionation and Re-Irradiation
Certifications & Accreditations
- Andhra Pradesh Medical Council Registration
- Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) — Lifetime Member
- European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) — Lifetime Member
- Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- CNS Tumours / Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Metastases)
- Breast Cancer
- Head & Neck Cancers
- Cervical Cancer
- Gynaecological Cancers (Endometrial, Ovarian)
- Lung Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Cancers
- Genitourinary Cancers (Prostate, Bladder)
- Neurological Cancer
- Thoracic Cancer
- Oligometastatic Disease
- Recurrent / Re-irradiation Cases
Sub-specialties
- Brachytherapy: 2,000+ brachytherapy cases — a leading Radiation Oncologist specialist in Vijayawada, India for cervical and gynaecological brachytherapy.
- Hypofractionated Radiotherapy: Modern shortened radiotherapy schedules for breast, prostate and other cancers — trusted as the best Radiation Oncologist doctor in India for hypofractionation.
- CNS & Brain Tumour Radiotherapy: SRS, SRT and IMRT for brain tumours and metastases.
- Re-irradiation: Specialised approach to recurrent cancers.
- Adaptive Radiotherapy: Image-guided plan adaptation for changing anatomy.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3DCRT)
- Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
- Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT / Rapid Arc)
- Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) for Brain
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
- Intracavitary Brachytherapy (Cervical Cancer)
- Interstitial Brachytherapy
- Hypofractionated Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiotherapy
- Re-Irradiation for Recurrent Cancer
- Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. K P Ranganath can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist — HCG Curie City Cancer Centre, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India (Present; since 2017)
Past Affiliations
- Senior Registrar in Radiation Oncology — Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India
- DNB Trainee — Inlaks & Budhrani Hospital, Pune, India
Academic & Research Roles
- Author of publications in national radiation oncology journals including the Indian Journal of Cancer Education & Research
- Faculty at AROI national conferences and regional CME programmes
- Active speaker at regional cancer awareness programmes
- Lifetime member of ESMO and AROI
Key Achievements
- 13+ years of clinical experience in radiation oncology
- Treated 1,500+ cancer patients across the Andhra Pradesh-Telangana region
- 2,000+ brachytherapy cases performed
- Multiple publications in radiation oncology journals
- Specialist Senior Registrar training at a leading state-government medical college
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Lifetime Member — European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- Lifetime Member — Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
Professional Memberships
- European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Ranganath KP. "Comparison of Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) to Conventional Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)." Indian Journal of Cancer Education & Research (IJCER). Vol 5 No. 2.
- Ranganath KP. "Comparison Study of VMAT using Single or Multiple Arcs to IMRT for Carcinoma Cervix (Dosimetric and Clinical Study)." Thesis — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
- Multiple national and regional radiation oncology presentations
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Hypofractionated radiotherapy outcomes
- Adaptive radiotherapy
- Re-irradiation for recurrent cancers
- Brachytherapy in cervical cancer
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Oncology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle, regimen-dependent) | ₹20,000 – ₹1,50,000 | $240 – $1,800 |
| Targeted Therapy (per month, drug-dependent) | ₹50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $600 – $3,600 |
| Immunotherapy (per cycle) | ₹80,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $960 – $3,000 |
| PET-CT Scan | ₹18,000 – ₹40,000 | $216 – $480 |
| Tumour Marker / Molecular Profiling | ₹5,000 – ₹50,000 | $60 – $600 |
| Port-a-Cath Insertion | ₹25,000 – ₹60,000 | $300 – $720 |
*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. K P Ranganath use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?
Dr. K P Ranganath uses cutting-edge radiation oncology techniques including 3D conformal radiotherapy (3DCRT), intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT / Rapid Arc), image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) for brain, stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy, hypofractionated radiotherapy, adaptive radiotherapy, re-irradiation for recurrent cancers and concurrent chemo-radiotherapy. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. K P Ranganath specialize in treating?
Dr. K P Ranganath is a specialist Radiation Oncologist treating CNS tumours and brain tumours (glioma, meningioma, metastases), breast cancer, head and neck cancers, cervical cancer, gynaecological cancers (endometrial, ovarian), lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, genitourinary cancers (prostate, bladder), neurological cancers, thoracic cancers, oligometastatic disease and recurrent/re-irradiation cases. International patients seek him as a leading Radiation Oncologist specialist in Vijayawada, India for brachytherapy and hypofractionated radiotherapy.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. K P Ranganath?
Appointments with Dr. K P Ranganath 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. K P Ranganath?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. K P Ranganath, 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. K P Ranganath offer second opinions for Radiation Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. K P Ranganath can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating cervical cancer brachytherapy, hypofractionated radiotherapy or re-irradiation for recurrent cancer with a brachytherapy-experienced Radiation Oncologist specialist in Vijayawada, India.
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