About Dr. Nikhil S Ghadyalpatil
Dr. Nikhil Suresh Ghadyalpatil is a Director Medical Oncologist with over 18 years of experience specialising in solid tumour and haemato-lymphoid cancer treatment, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy. As a leading Medical Oncology specialist Hyderabad, he is a DM Medical Oncology graduate from Tata Memorial Hospital, with US fellowships at Karmanos Cancer Institute and UPMC, and 4.8/5 patient ratings.
- 18+ years of medical oncology and haemato-oncology experience
- DM Medical Oncology — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (India's premier cancer centre)
- USA Fellowship in Lung Cancer — Karmanos Cancer Institute, Michigan (2010)
- USA Fellowship in Colorectal Cancer — UPMC, Pennsylvania (2012)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications; conference presentations at ASCO, ESMO, and APLCC
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — India
- MD (General Medicine) — Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, 2006
- DNB — Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, 2006
- DM (Medical Oncology) — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, 2009
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Lung Cancer — Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, Michigan, USA, 2010
- Fellowship in Colorectal Cancer — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Pennsylvania, USA, 2012
- MRCP — Medical Oncology Specialty Certificate Examination (SCE)
- ECMO — European Society for Medical Oncology Certification
Certifications & Accreditations
- Telangana Medical Council Registration
- Royal College of Physicians (UK) — MRCP Medical Oncology SCE
- European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) — Member, ECMO Certified
- Indian Society of Medical & Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Lung Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Cancers (Stomach, Oesophagus, Pancreas, Liver)
- Genitourinary Cancers (Prostate, Kidney, Bladder, Testicular)
- Head and Neck Cancers
- Gynaecological Cancers
- Acute and Chronic Leukaemias
- Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas
- Multiple Myeloma
- Adrenal, Ampullary, Anal, and Bile Duct (Cholangiocarcinoma) Cancers
- Bladder Cancer
Sub-specialties
- Lung Cancer (Karmanos Fellowship-Trained): Specialised in personalised lung cancer treatment with targeted and immunotherapy — patients seeking the best Medical Oncology doctor India for lung cancer in Hyderabad consult Dr. Ghadyalpatil.
- Colorectal Cancer (UPMC Fellowship-Trained): Internationally trained expertise in colorectal cancer chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.
- Solid Tumour Medical Oncology: Personalised treatment plans, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies.
- Haemato-Oncology: Comprehensive management of leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Personalised Chemotherapy (Solid Tumours and Haematological Malignancies)
- Targeted Therapy (EGFR, ALK, HER2, BRAF, KRAS Inhibitors)
- Checkpoint Inhibitor Immunotherapy (PD-1, PD-L1, CTLA-4)
- Hormone Therapy
- Bone-Modifying Agents
- Tumour Marker Monitoring and Molecular Profiling
- Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy
- Multidisciplinary Tumour Board Coordination
- Cancer Screening and Prevention Programmes
- Palliative Care and Symptom Management
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Nikhil S Ghadyalpatil can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Director — Medical Oncology, Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (Present, since February 2025)
Past Affiliations
- Yashoda Hospital, Somajiguda, Hyderabad — Consultant Medical Oncologist and Clinical Director, 2010–February 2025
- Vivekanand Hospital, Maharashtra — Oncologist (former)
- Spandan Heart Institute & Research Center — Consultant (former)
- UPMC, Pennsylvania, USA — Colorectal Cancer Fellow, 2012
- Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, Michigan, USA — Lung Cancer Fellow, 2010
- Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai — DM Medical Oncology Trainee, 2006–2009
- Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai — MD/DNB Trainee, 2003–2006
Academic & Research Roles
- Speaker at international cancer congresses (ASCO, ESMO, APLCC, International Symposium on Febrile Neutropenia)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in J Clin Oncol, Indian J Cancer, South Asian J Cancer, and other indexed journals
- Co-author of Indian consensus recommendations on HPV in head and neck cancer
Key Achievements
- 18+ years of medical oncology practice
- DM Medical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital — India's premier cancer centre
- USA Fellowships at Karmanos Cancer Institute (Michigan) and UPMC (Pennsylvania)
- 4.8/5 patient rating on Justdial
- Director — Medical Oncology, Apollo Health City Jubilee Hills
- Award and prize recipient for service in oncology field (Skedoc-listed honours)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- USA Fellowship — Karmanos Cancer Institute, Michigan (international recognition)
- USA Fellowship — UPMC, Pennsylvania (international recognition)
- 4.8/5 patient rating on Justdial
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Physicians (UK) — MRCP Medical Oncology SCE
- European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) — ECMO Certified
- Indian Society of Medical & Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) — Conference Participant
- Telangana Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Prabhash K, Medhekar A, Ghadyalpatil N, Noronha V, Biswas S, Kurkure P, Nair R, Kelkar R. "Blood stream infections in cancer patients: a single center experience of isolates and sensitivity pattern." Indian Journal of Cancer. 2010 Apr–Jun; 47(2): 184–188.
- Kumar P, Medhekar A, Ghadyalpatil NS, Noronha V, Biswas S, Kurkure P, Nair R, Kelkar R, Banavali SD. "The effect of age on the bacteria isolated and the antibiotic-sensitivity pattern in infections among cancer patients." Indian Journal of Cancer. 2010 Oct–Dec; 47(4): 391–396.
- Ghadyalpatil N, et al. "Tuberculosis infection in chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) patients treated with imatinib." Journal of Clinical Oncology. 2010; 28(15s): suppl; abstract 6594.
- Co-author — Indian consensus recommendations on Human Papillomavirus in Head and Neck Cancer. South Asian Journal of Cancer. 2017; 6.
- Co-author — Patil V et al. "Survey of Implementation of Antiemetic Prescription Standards in Indian Oncology Practices." Multiple-author Indian oncology survey, peer-reviewed publication.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Lung cancer treatment and outcomes
- Colorectal cancer chemotherapy and targeted therapy
- Personalised medicine in solid tumours
- Cancer immunotherapy
- Antimicrobial stewardship in cancer patients
- Indian oncology practice standards
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Oncology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle, regimen-dependent) | ₹25,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $300 – $2,400 |
| 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 |
| Molecular Profiling / Tumour Marker Panel | ₹15,000 – ₹80,000 | $180 – $960 |
| Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration | ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | $60 – $180 |
| Multidisciplinary Tumour Board Review | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil use in Medical Oncology treatment?
Dr. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil uses personalised chemotherapy regimens, advanced targeted therapy (EGFR, ALK, HER2, BRAF, KRAS inhibitors), checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy (PD-1, PD-L1, CTLA-4), molecular profiling and tumour marker monitoring, structured multidisciplinary tumour board planning, and evidence-based protocols informed by his Tata Memorial DM training and US fellowships at Karmanos and UPMC.
2. What conditions does Dr. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil specialize in treating?
Dr. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil specialises in lung cancer, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, GI cancers (stomach, oesophagus, pancreas, liver, bile duct), genitourinary cancers (prostate, kidney, bladder, testicular), head and neck cancers, gynaecological cancers, leukaemias, lymphomas, and multiple myeloma. As a leading Medical Oncology specialist Hyderabad, he is widely consulted for lung cancer and complex solid tumour management.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil?
Appointments with Dr. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil 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. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil, 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. Nikhil Ghadyalpatil offer second opinions for Medical Oncology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with a Tata Memorial- and US-trained Medical Oncology specialist in Hyderabad, India.
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