Meitra Hospital, Kerala – India
About Dr Ragesh Radhakrishnan Nair
Dr. Ragesh Radhakrishnan Nair is a distinguished leading oncologist in India. With a stellar career spanning over 13 years, he is recognised as one of the region’s most qualified specialists in haemato-oncology. Dr. Nair honed his expertise at the prestigious AIIMS, New Delhi, where he not only completed his MD and DM but also topped the nationwide entrance examinations and final exams, marking him as a gold medallist academician. His clinical focus lies in complex Bone Marrow Transplants in India, including Allogenic, Autologous, Haplo-identical, and MUD transplants for both adult and paediatric patients. He is dedicated to making state-of-the-art immunotherapy and target therapy accessible to patients globally.
Qualifications & Credentials
- MBBS: Government Medical College, Calicut, Kerala.
- MD (Internal Medicine): All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (Topper of final exams).
- DM (Clinical Haematology): All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (Topper of nationwide entrance and course).
- Mentored and trained by world leaders in Bone Marrow Transplant and Haemato-oncology at the Department of Haematology, AIIMS, New Delhi.
- Member of the Executive group for INOSA guidelines (First Edition) under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt of India.
Areas of Expertise
- Leukemia (AML, ALL, MPAL, CLL, CML)
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin’s and Non-Hodgkin’s)
- Multiple Myeloma
- Germ Cell Tumours
- Myelofibrosis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Thalassemia
- Aplastic Anaemia
- Paediatric Haematology & Oncology
- Adult Haematology
- Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT)
- Cancer Immunology & Immunotherapy
- Benign Blood Disorders
- Allogenic Bone Marrow Transplant (MSD/Haplo/MUD)
- Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant
- Targeted Therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Treatment for Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Bleeding Disorders (Haemophilia)
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Professional Experience
Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:
Current Affiliation:
- Director – Haematology, BMT & Blood Diseases, Meitra Hospital, Calicut, Kerala.
Past Affiliations:
- Consultant, Department of Haemato-oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant (Adult and Paediatric), Artemis Hospitals, Gurgaon (Delhi-NCR).
- Resident, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
Academic & Research Roles:
- Renowned academic researcher with 6 book chapters in international and national journals.
- Executive group member for national policy documents (INOSA guidelines).
- Active contributor to thesis publications and clinical research in haematology.
Key Achievements & Contributions:
- Secured All India 8th rank in the nationwide MD/MS entrance examinations conducted by AIIMS.
- Topper of the MD Internal Medicine final exams at AIIMS, Delhi.
- Topper of the nationwide DM Clinical Haematology Entrance conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi.
- Performed several first-of-their-kind bone marrow transplants in India.
- Successfully managed complex cases of systemic sclerosis and multiple sclerosis using stem cell transplantation.
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards:
- Gold Medallist/Topper in MD Internal Medicine (AIIMS).
- Topper in DM Clinical Haematology Entrance (AIIMS).
Recognitions & Honours:
- Member, European Hematology Association (EHA).
- Member, Indian Society of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine (ISHTM).
- Recognised as a leading expert in Blood disorders treatment in India and complex BMT procedures.
Research & Publications
Published Papers in Medical Journals:
- An Unusual Case of Pancytopenia: The Lessons Learnt – Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine (2021)
- Proteoglycan induced coagulopathy in myeloma – a rare phenomenon – Leukemia & Lymphoma (2020)
- Safety and Tolerability of Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant in Multiple Sclerosis: A Single Center Experience – Conference Paper (2020)
- Indigenous Equine Antithymocyte Globulin, Cyclosporine and Eltrombopag Combination Therapy in the Treatment of Severe Aplastic Anemia – Conference Paper (2020)
- Cytokine Release Syndrome Post T Cell Replete Haplo-Identical Peripheral Blood Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation – Conference Paper (2020)
- Emerging Threat of Salmonella typhimurium in Extraintestinal Infections: Cases from a Tertiary Care Hospital in North India – International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health (2020)
- Proplatelets in the Peripheral Blood: Morphological Similarity to the Process of Platelet Release – Indian Journal of Hematology and Blood Transfusion (2019)
Patient Success Stories & Testimonials
Notable Cases Handled:
- Dr. Nair has successfully performed life-saving bone marrow transplants for international patients suffering from complex acute leukemia and aplastic anaemia. He is particularly noted for his success rates in haplo-identical transplants where fully matched donors were unavailable.
Patient Testimonials:
"I was diagnosed with severe Aplastic Anaemia and was losing hope. Dr. Ragesh Radhakrishnan Nair not only treated me with the utmost expertise but his calm demeanour gave my family strength. His knowledge of BMT is exceptional. I am now on the road to recovery thanks to him and the guidance from Cancer Rounds." – S. Menon, Kerala
"We travelled from Nigeria for my son's treatment for Sickle Cell Disease. Dr. Ragesh is undoubtedly a top oncologist in India for paediatric cases. He explained every step of the transplant clearly. The care we received was world-class." – A. Okafor, Nigeria
"Finding a doctor who understands complex blood cancers is hard. Dr. Nair’s background at AIIMS shows in his precision. He treated my father’s myeloma with a combination of novel therapies. We are grateful to the Cancer Rounds team for connecting us with such a capable specialist." – R. Gupta, Delhi
Treatment Approach & Philosophy
Patient-Centred Care:
Dr. Nair believes in the delivery of state-of-the-art medical services that are accessible and affordable to common citizens across the world. His approach focuses on transparency, ensuring patients and families fully understand the complexities of Blood Cancer Treatment and BMT procedures.
Technology & Innovation:
With extraordinary interest in complex allogenic transplantation, Dr. Nair utilises the latest advancements in Immunotherapy and Target Therapy. He integrates modern protocols for Haplo-identical and MUD transplants, ensuring high survival rates even in high-risk haematological malignancies.
Treatment Costs
Dr. Nair specialises in advanced haematological procedures. Below is an estimated cost table for treatments he frequently performs.
Treatment / Procedure | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
Bone Marrow Transplant (Autologous) | ₹12,00,000 - ₹18,00,000 | $14,500 - $21,800 |
Bone Marrow Transplant (Allogeneic) | ₹18,00,000 - ₹30,00,000 | $21,800 - $36,500 |
Haplo-Identical Transplant | ₹25,00,000 - ₹35,00,000 | $30,000 - $42,500 |
Chemotherapy (Per Cycle) | ₹30,000 - ₹1,50,000 | $360 - $1,800 |
Immunotherapy (Per Session) | ₹1,50,000 - ₹4,00,000 | $1,800 - $4,800 |
Aplastic Anaemia Treatment | ₹10,00,000 - ₹20,00,000 | $12,000 - $24,000 |
Note: Costs are approximate. For appointment booking and to get a personalised cost estimate, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds team.
International Patient Assistance
Language Support:
The Cancer Rounds team provides dedicated language interpretation services to ensure seamless communication between Dr. Nair and international patients.
Visa & Travel Assistance:
We assist with medical visa letters, airport transfers, and accommodation arrangements for patients travelling to India for Bone Marrow Transplant in India.
Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations:
International patients can book video consultations with Dr. Nair via Cancer Rounds to discuss diagnosis and treatment plans before travelling.
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