Dr. Rahul Bhargava Hemato-Oncologist, Stem Cell and BMT Specialist

Doctor Overview

• Full Name & Designation: Dr. Rahul Bhargava – Principal Director & Chief, Hematology, Hemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT)
• Specialization(s): Hematology, Hemato-Oncology, Stem Cell and Bone Marrow Transplantation
• Years of Experience: 20+ years of extensive clinical experience in hematology and transplant medicine
• Current Hospital/Institution Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram & Fortis Hospital, Noida

Qualifications & Credentials

• Medical Degrees:
  1. M.B.B.S. – Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal
  2. M.D. (General Medicine) – Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal
  3. D.M. (Clinical Hematology) – All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
• Fellowships & Special Training:
  1. Fellowship in Unrelated and Haploidentical Transplants – Vancouver, Canada
• Certifications & Accreditations:
  1. Adjunct Professor – ESIC Medical College, Faridabad
  2. Member – Indian Society for Hematology and Blood Transfusion (ISHTM)
  3. Founding Member – Delhi Hematology Group

Areas of Expertise

1. Major Conditions Treated:
   • Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma
   • Aplastic Anemia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia
   • Multiple Sclerosis (via Stem Cell Transplant)
2. Sub-specialties:
   • Haploidentical Transplantation
   • Pediatric Hemato-Oncology
   • Community Hematology
3. Advanced Procedures Performed:
   • Over 1500+ successful Stem Cell and Bone Marrow Transplants
   • India’s first MS stem cell transplant
   • Matched sibling, unrelated donor, and haploidentical donor transplants

Professional Experience of Dr. Rahul Bhargava

1. Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:
   • Principal Director & HOD – Hematology, Hemato-Oncology & BMT, FMRI Gurugram (2021–Present)
   • Director – Hematology, Fortis Hospital, Noida (2021–Present)
   • Head – Hematology, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram (2013–2016)
   • Founder – Stem Cell Transplant Unit, Medanta – The Medicity (2011–2013)
   • Senior Resident – Hematology & SCT, CMC Vellore (2005–2006)
2. Academic & Research Roles:
   • Adjunct Professor – ESIC Faridabad
   • Visiting Faculty – Global Universities across Uzbekistan, Iraq, Rwanda, Uganda
3. Key Achievements & Contributions:
   • Established 10+ Low-Cost BMT Centres across India
   • Over 250 CME workshops for hematology awareness
   • Initiator of Anaemia Free India and “Say No to Whole Blood” campaigns

Awards & Recognitions

1. Best Outgoing Student – M.D., Gandhi Medical College
2. Best Outgoing Student – D.M., AIIMS
3. Best BMT Surgeon – Indian Medical Tourism Summit, 2020
4. Pioneer of BMT at Institutions like BHU Varanasi, ESIC Faridabad, Indore Medical College

Research & Publications

• Authored multiple research papers on stem cell transplant techniques, haploidentical transplant outcomes, and hematologic malignancies
• Regular presenter at national and international hematology conferences

Patient Success Stories & Testimonials

• Impact: 3000+ lives touched with advanced hematologic care
• Testimonials:
  1. “Dr. Bhargava gave my son a second chance at life through a successful transplant.” – Parent of a thalassemia patient
  2. “His compassionate approach and clarity made us trust every step of the process.” – Anemia survivor
  3. “From hopeless to hopeful – we owe our recovery to Dr. Rahul’s expertise.” – Cancer patient’s family

Treatment Approach & Philosophy

Patient-Centred Care:

Believes in evidence-based, transparent, and empathetic care. Engages patients and families in shared decision-making and post-treatment support.

Technology & Innovation:

Early adopter of haploidentical transplant technologies, minimal residual disease (MRD) monitoring, and genetic profiling in hematologic conditions.

Community Involvement:

Runs awareness campaigns and capacity building in hematology across underserved regions

International Patient Assistance

• Language Support: English, Hindi
• Travel/Visa Support: Comprehensive assistance via Cancer rounds team
• Teleconsultation: Available for second opinions and global virtual consults

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. 1 How do I book an appointment with Dr. Rahul Bhargava?

→ Contact Fortis Hospital or through verified medical tourism platforms like Vaidam

Q. 2 Does he offer virtual consultations?

→ Yes, for both domestic and international patients

Q. 3 What is the average cost of a bone marrow transplant in India

→ Depends on donor type; low-cost options are available through Dr. Bhargava’s centres

Q. 4 What is his transplant success rate?

→ Among India’s highest, especially in haploidentical transplants