Dr. Kirthi Koushik A.S

Medical Degrees:

• MBBS
• MD (Radiation Oncology)

Fellowships & Special Training:

• UICC Fellowship (University of Michigan, USA)
• Head and Neck Fellowship from the University of Michigan (USA)
• Brain Fellowship from Tata Memorial Hospital (Mumbai)

Certifications & Accreditations:

• MNAMS (Member of National Academy of Medical Sciences) certificate degree (2016)

Major Cancer Types Treated:

• Head and Neck Malignancies
• Gynaecological Malignancies
• Brain Tumours
• Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma
• Breast Cancer
• Thoracic Cancers

Sub-specialties:

• High-Precision Radiotherapy
• Biological Imaging in Radiotherapy
• Brachytherapy
• Stereotactic Radiosurgery (CyberKnife, X-knife)
• Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3DCRT)
• Electron Arc Therapy

Advanced Procedures Performed:

• High-precision Radiotherapy Techniques
• Biological Imaging for Tumour Targeting
• Brachytherapy (including HDR Brachytherapy for Carcinoma Nasopharynx, Low Dose Rate Intracavitary Brachytherapy for Cervical Cancer)
• CyberKnife and X-knife (Stereotactic Radiosurgery/Radiotherapy)
• Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3DCRT)
• Electron Arc Therapy for Bilateral Chest Wall Irradiation
• Conformal Radiotherapy for Buccal Mucosa Carcinoma

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:
Current Affiliations:

• Consultant Radiation Oncologist, HCG Cancer Centre, Bengaluru (K.R. Road and Double Road locations)

Academic & Research Roles:

• Former Professor and Head of the Radiation Oncology Department at M.S. Ramaiah Medical College.
• General Secretary for the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India, Karnataka State Chapter (2010-2012).
• Participated as teaching faculty for the training of oncologists in Iran, Egypt, and Indonesia.
• Active involvement in multiple research projects (listed in publications section).
• Over 60 publications in fields of radiation oncology and breast oncology.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

• Established a stellar reputation for expertise in managing complex malignancies with state-of-the-art radiotherapy techniques.
• Specialised fellowships from prestigious international and national institutions (University of Michigan, Tata Memorial Hospital).
• Recognised for contributions to research, leading to the MNAMS certificate degree.
• Awarded the 30-35-year category fellowship from AROI in 2011.
• Authored two chapters in medical publications.
• Actively involved in cutting-edge research projects focusing on high-precision radiotherapy, long-term toxicities, quality of life, biological imaging, and head and neck cancer.

National & International Awards:

• 30-35-year category fellowship from AROI (Association of Radiation Oncologists of India) in 2011.

Recognitions & Honours:

• General Secretary for the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India, Karnataka State Chapter (2010-2012).
• MNAMS (Member of National Academy of Medical Sciences) certificate degree in 2016.
• Participated as a teaching faculty for the training of oncologists in Iran, Egypt, and Indonesia.
• Author of two chapters in medical publications.
• Recognised for extensive publications (over 60) in radiation oncology and breast oncology.

Published Papers in Medical Journals:

• Multidisciplinary teams in thoracic oncology-from tragic to strategic. Ann Transl Med (2015)
• Primary Cerebello-pontine angle Melanoma, a case report, International Journal of cancer therapy and Oncolgy (2015)
• A case of Endometrial carcinoma with age related hyperkyphosis treated with definitive Radiotherapy, IJCTO (2015)
• A prospective dosimetric and clinical comparison of acute hematological toxicities in 3DCRT & IMRT with concurrent chemotherapy in carcinoma cervix, JCRT (2015)
• Epworth Sleepiness Scale- a novel tool to assess somnolence syndrome post radiotherapy to brain. Int J Cancer Ther Oncol (2015)
• Nasopharyngeal synovial sarcoma - An oncological surprise. Int J Cancer Ther Oncol (2014)
• Analysis Late Radiation Proctitis among patients treated for Cervical Cancer – A comparative study between Linear Accelerator and Cobalt Teletherapy. Clinical Ovarian and Other Gynecologic Cancer (2014)
• Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath tumor of Bucal Mucosa: An Oncological Surprise. American J of Medical Case Reports (2014)
• Principles of Radiation Oncology: A Beams Eye View for a Surgeon. Indian J Surg Oncol (2013)
• Metatypical Carcinoma: A Rare Case Report. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (2012)
• How common is hypothyroidism after external radiotherapy to the neck in head and neck cancer patients? Indian J Med Paediatr Oncol. (2011)
• Electron Arc Therapy for Bilateral Chest Wall Irradiation: Treatment & Dosimetric Study. Journal of Clinical Oncology (2011)
• Carcinoma cervix treated with Radiotherapy — our experience with emphasis on our concerns. J Obstet Gynaecol India. (2010)
• Positional variation of applicators during low dose rate intracavitary brachytherapy for cervical cancer: a prospective study. J Contemp Brachytherapy. (2010)
• Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Skin. Indian Journal of Medical & Paediatr Oncology. (2008)
• Unilateral Solitary Choroid Metastasis from Breast Cancer: Rewarding results of external radiotherapy. J Cancer Res Ther (2008)
• Unusual Case of Pulmonary and Hepatic Metastases of Mandibular Ameloblastoma. Indian J.of Medical and Paediatr Oncology (2007)
• Adjuvant radiotherapy in carcinoma buccal mucosa; more conformal the best: Is it so? J Cancer Res Ther. (2019)
• Brachytherapy in Head and Neck Cancers: "Are We Doing It or Are We Done with It". Indian J Surg Oncol. (2018)
• Molecular Marker as a Prognostic Indicator in Head and Neck Cancer Patients. Indian J Surg Oncol. (2019)
• Angular variation of applicators in LDR-ICBT. Journal of analytical oncology (2017)
• Impact of Molecular Predictors on the Response Rates in Head and Neck Cancer Patients - an Observational Study. Indian J Surg Oncol. (2016)
• Assessment of Biochemical Profile in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Receiving Concurrent Cisplatin Chemotherapy. Journal of Analytical Oncology (2019)
• Brachytherapy in Head and Neck Cancer: A Forgotten Art or a Skill to be Remembered!!. Journal of Analytical Oncology (2017)
• The nuances of brachytherapy taught by teachers from beyond: Questionnaire-based assessment of the first cadaveric hands-on brachytherapy workshop in India. Brachytherapy. (2016)

Ongoing Clinical Trials Participation:

• An Open Label, Comparative, Three-Arm, Randomized, Parallel Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Turmeric Oral Rinse in Oral Mucositis during Cancer Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy.
• Dry Eye Evaluation in Patients Undergoing RT for Oral Carcinoma.
• Molecular Profiling of Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Tumors in India -A Prospective Study.
• Comparison of Stereotactic Boost V/S HDR Brachytherapy Boost in Carcinoma Nasopharynx - Prospective Dose Escalation Study.
• Effect of Radiation on The Carotid Complex in Oral Cavity in Cancer Patients Receiving Unilateral Neck Irradiation - An Observational Study.
• Impact of HPV And EGFR Status on The Response Rates in Head& Neck Patients - An Observational Study.

Notable Cases Handled:

• Successfully treated numerous complex head and neck malignancies and gynaecological cancers using highly precise radiotherapy techniques, including CyberKnife and brachytherapy.
• Led research projects to evaluate the efficacy of new treatments and assess long-term toxicities and quality of life for cancer patients receiving radiation.
• Contributed significantly to advancing radiation oncology knowledge through extensive publications and teaching engagements.

Patient Testimonials:

• "Dr. Kirthi Koushik is a truly brilliant radiation oncologist in Bengaluru. He managed my head and neck cancer with such precision using CyberKnife, and I am incredibly thankful for his expertise and the personalised care I received. He is a top radiation oncologist in India." – Suresh K.
• "My gynaecological cancer treatment involved brachytherapy, and Dr. Koushik explained everything with such clarity and compassion. His experience with high-end radiotherapy platforms gave me immense confidence. I highly recommend this leading radiation oncologist in India." – Divya S.
• "When my father had a brain tumour, Dr. Kirthi Koushik’s expertise in brain radiation and his holistic approach were invaluable. He always considered my father's overall well-being, which made a huge difference." – A. Sharma

Patient-Centred Care: Dr. Kirthi Koushik's approach to cancer care is deeply personalised and holistic. He prioritises both optimal treatment outcomes and the overall well-being and quality of life of his patients, ensuring they receive compassionate and comprehensive support throughout their radiotherapy journey.

Technology & Innovation: Dr. Koushik is a seasoned expert in utilising high-precision radiotherapy techniques, biological imaging, and brachytherapy. His vast experience with advanced radiotherapy platforms like CyberKnife and X-knife, coupled with his active involvement in cutting-edge research, ensures that his patients benefit from the most innovative and effective radiation oncology treatments available.

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Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations: International patients can easily arrange pre-treatment virtual consultations with Dr. Kirthi Koushik A.S through the Cancer Rounds team for initial assessments, expert second opinions, and detailed treatment planning before their travel to India.