Dr. K. Satish Srinivas

About Dr. K. Satish Srinivas

Dr. K. Satish Srinivas is a senior Radiation Oncologist based in Chennai with 21+ years of clinical experience and 7,000+ patients planned and treated with various radiotherapy techniques. He is Founder Head & Professor of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre (SRMC), Porur, Chennai — equipped with VERSA HD linac fitted with 160-leaf MLC Agility and Clarity USG image-guidance system, the first of its kind in South India. He is widely regarded as one of the leading Radiation Oncologist specialists in Chennai, India for international cancer patients seeking advanced radiotherapy.

21+ years of clinical experience in radiation oncology
Founder Head & Professor — Department of Radiation Oncology, Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre (SRMC), Porur, Chennai
Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist — MGM Cancer Institute, Chennai
7,000+ patients planned and treated with advanced RT techniques
MD Radiotherapy — The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), 2002
Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 61247 (1998)

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), Chennai, India, 1998
MD — Radiotherapy, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), Chennai, India, 2002

Fellowships & Special Training

MD Radiotherapy Senior Residency — TNMGRMU, Chennai (1999–2002)
Specialised training in IMRT, IGRT, VMAT and Stereotactic Radiotherapy
Specialised training in PET-CT and MR fusion-based RT planning
Specialised training in HDR Brachytherapy and Total Body Irradiation (TBI)
Continuing professional development in radio-genomics, biomarkers and targeted therapy in head & neck cancer

Certifications & Accreditations

Tamil Nadu Medical Council — Registration No. 61247 (1998)
Life Member, Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) — National, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry State Chapter
Member, Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Head & Neck Cancer (Oral Cavity, Oropharynx, Larynx, Hypopharynx, Nasopharynx)
Breast Cancer
Gynaecological Cancer (Cervix, Endometrium, Ovary, Vagina, Vulva)
Gastrointestinal Cancer (Esophagus, Stomach, Pancreas, Hepatobiliary)
Colorectal Cancer (incl. Pre-op & Post-op RT)
Prostate Cancer
Lung Cancer (Non-Small Cell & Small Cell)
Brain Tumours & CNS Malignancies (incl. Pediatric)
Sarcomas & Soft-Tissue Tumours
Lymphomas & Haematological Malignancies (incl. TBI before BMT)
Skin Cancers & Re-Irradiation Cases

Sub-specialties

High-Precision External Beam Radiotherapy (IMRT, IGRT, VMAT, SRT/SBRT): VERSA HD linac with 160-leaf MLC Agility and Clarity USG image-guidance — making him a leading Radiation Oncologist specialist Chennai, India for advanced photon RT.
HDR Brachytherapy & Total Body Irradiation (TBI): HDR brachytherapy for cervical, prostate and head & neck cancers and TBI before bone-marrow transplantation — supporting demand for the best Radiation Oncologist doctor in India for brachytherapy and TBI.
Head & Neck Radiation Oncology & Radio-Genomics: Head & neck cancer RT, PET-CT/MR fusion-based planning, radio-genomics and radiation biomarkers research.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
Stereotactic Radiotherapy / Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SRT / SBRT)
PET-CT and MR Fusion-Based RT Planning
HDR Brachytherapy
Total Body Irradiation (TBI) Before BMT
3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT)
Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy (CRT)
Adjuvant & Neoadjuvant Radiotherapy
Palliative Radiotherapy for Pain & Bleeding
Re-Irradiation in Selected Patients

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. K. Satish Srinivas can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Founder Head & Professor — Department of Radiation Oncology, Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre (SRMC), No. 1 Ramachandra Nagar, Porur, Chennai – 600116 (Present)
Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist — MGM Cancer Institute, Chennai (Present)

Past Affiliations

Founder Head — Department of Radiotherapy, Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS), Tirupati (August 2005 – June 2008)
HCG Hospital, Chennai — Consultant Radiation Oncologist, MBC Tower, Luz Church Road, Alwarpet, Mylapore (Past)
VS Hospital, Chennai — Consultant Radiation Oncologist (Past)
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) — MD Senior Resident, 1999–2002

Academic & Research Roles

Founder Head & Professor of Radiation Oncology, SRMC — established a state-of-the-art RT centre treating since January 2017
Established radiotherapy departments at SVIMS Tirupati and SRMC Chennai
Active speaker at AROI, ESTRO and ASTRO regional events
Guest lectures at Adyar Cancer Institute (Chennai) on prostate, lung and oral cancer RT
Oration on “Newer Frontiers in Oral Cancer Treatment” at the 25th International Conference of Dental Research, Chennai (October 2012)

Key Achievements

Planned and treated 7,000+ patients with various RT techniques over 21 years
Founder Head of two radiotherapy departments — SVIMS Tirupati (2005) and SRMC Chennai
Helped establish South India’s first VERSA HD linac with 160-leaf MLC Agility and Clarity USG image-guidance at SRMC
Multiple peer-reviewed publications in Heliyon, Cytogenetic and Genome Research, Mutation Research, Pediatric Blood & Cancer, JCO Global Oncology and Metabolites

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) — Life Member, National & Tamil Nadu/Puducherry State Chapter
Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Tamil Nadu Medical Council

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Vijayalakshmi J, Chaurasia RK, Srinivas KS. Establishment of Ex Vivo Calibration Curve for X-ray Induced “Dicentric + Ring” and Micronuclei in Human Peripheral Lymphocytes for Biodosimetry During Radiological Emergencies. Heliyon. 2023;9(6). (PubMed indexed; Impact Factor 4.0)
Vijayalakshmi K, Paul SFD, Bhat NN, Sapra BK, Kannan N, Koshy T, Raavi V, Bhaskar E, Moorthy S, Kondaveeti SS, Visweswaran S, Perumal V. Candidate Gene Expression in Regional Population and its Relevance for Radiation Triage. Cytogenetic and Genome Research. 2023.
Murali R, Balasubramaniam V, Srinivas S, et al. Deregulated Metabolic Pathways in Ovarian Cancer: Cause and Consequence. Metabolites.
Koneru SH, Mukherjee B, Koka K, Jayaraman D, Scott J, Latha S, Nair P, Srinivas S. Profile of Paediatric Optic Gliomas — Experience from a Tertiary Care Centre in South India. Pediatric Blood & Cancer.
Meenakshi C, Venkatachalam P, Srinivas KS, Chandrasekaran S, Venkatraman B. Chromosome Length Ratio as a Biomarker of DNA Damage in Cells Exposed to High Dose Ionizing Radiation. Mutation Research — Genetic Toxicology and Environmental Mutagenesis. 2022. (Impact Factor 3.18)
Venkatasai J, John C, Kondavetti SS, Appasamy M, Parasuraman L, Ambalathandi R, Masilamani. Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Patterns of Care and Outcome of Head and Neck Cancer: Real-World Experience from a Tertiary Care Cancer Center in India. JCO Global Oncology. 2022.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Radio-genomics and radiation resistance
Radiation biomarkers as a prognostic tool
Targeted therapy in head and neck cancer
Radiation-induced adaptive response and biodosimetry
Image-guided and stereotactic radiotherapy

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Radiation Oncology Consultation	₹800 – ₹2,000	$10 – $25
3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT, full course)	₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000	$960 – $2,400
IMRT (full course, indicative)	₹2,00,000 – ₹4,50,000	$2,400 – $5,400
IGRT / VMAT (full course)	₹2,50,000 – ₹5,50,000	$3,000 – $6,600
Stereotactic Radiotherapy / SBRT	₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000	$4,200 – $9,000
HDR Brachytherapy (per session)	₹15,000 – ₹40,000	$180 – $480
HDR Brachytherapy (full course)	₹70,000 – ₹2,20,000	$840 – $2,650
Total Body Irradiation (TBI) before BMT	₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000	$960 – $2,400
Palliative Radiotherapy	₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000	$480 – $1,450

*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. Satish Srinivas use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?

Dr. K. Satish Srinivas employs the latest evidence-based tools and minimally invasive techniques relevant to Radiation Oncologist. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are also available to international patients. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.

2. What conditions does Dr. K. Satish Srinivas specialize in treating?

Dr. K. Satish Srinivas is a specialist in Radiation Oncologist, treating a broad spectrum of conditions in this field — including both common presentations and complex, rare cases. International patients seek treatment for conditions requiring expert Radiation Oncologist care in Chennai, India.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. K. Satish Srinivas?

Appointments with Dr. K. Satish Srinivas 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. Satish Srinivas?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. K. Satish Srinivas, 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. Satish Srinivas 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 specialist in Chennai, India.

About Dr. K. Satish Srinivas