Dr. Vishwanath S.

About Dr. Vishwanath S.

Dr. Vishwanath S. is a Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist and Professor in Bangalore with over 15 years of experience in lymphoma, multiple myeloma, leukaemia, and solid tumours including breast, gynaecological, lung, head and neck, gastrointestinal, and sarcoma cancers. MD Anderson Cancer Center-trained and double Gold Medallist, he is recognised among trusted Medical Oncologist specialists in Bangalore, India for personalised, molecular-based cancer care.

MBBS (2004) and MD Internal Medicine (2008, Gold Medallist — Best Outgoing Internal Medicine Resident) from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University; DM Medical Oncology (2015, Gold Medallist — Best Outgoing Medical Oncology Fellow) from Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.
Clinical Fellowship — Division of Cancer Medicine (Lymphoma / Myeloma), University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA.
Lead Oncosciences, Karnataka Region; Senior Consultant & Academic Advisor, Department of Medical Oncology; Professor (AHERF, 2018), Apollo Cancer Centres, Bangalore.
45+ international peer-reviewed publications and 50+ posters/oral presentations at ASCO, ASH, and other global conferences.
Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. 70314; Member — ASCO, ESMO, ASH; Recipient of the Abstract Achievement Award, American Society of Hematology (ASH).

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, India, 2004
MD (Internal Medicine) — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, India, 2008 (Gold Medallist, Best Outgoing Internal Medicine Resident)
DM (Medical Oncology) — Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India, 2015 (Gold Medallist, Best Outgoing Medical Oncology Fellow)

Fellowships & Special Training

Clinical Fellowship — Division of Cancer Medicine (Department of Lymphoma / Myeloma), The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA (until August 2016)
DNB Teacher — Apollo Hospitals Educational and Research Foundation (AHERF)

Certifications & Accreditations

Karnataka Medical Council Registered (Registration No. 70314)
Professor — Apollo Hospitals Educational and Research Foundation (AHERF), Department of Medical Oncology, 2018
Member — American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Member — European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
Member — American Society of Hematology (ASH)
Member — Indian Society of Medical and Pediatric Oncology (ISMPO)

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Lymphoma (Hodgkin's & Non-Hodgkin's, including DLBCL)
Multiple Myeloma
Leukaemias (Acute Lymphoblastic, Acute Myeloid, Chronic)
Hairy Cell Leukemia
Breast Cancer
Gynaecological Cancers (Ovarian, Cervical, Endometrial)
Lung Cancer
Head & Neck Cancers
Gastrointestinal Cancers
Cholangiocarcinoma
Sarcomas
Rare Malignancies

Sub-specialties

Lymphoma & Multiple Myeloma: MD Anderson-trained fellowship expertise in lymphoma and myeloma with personalised, molecular-based treatment — a trusted Medical Oncologist specialist in Bangalore, India for international patients seeking best Medical Oncologist doctor in India.
Haemato-Oncology & Stem Cell Transplantation: Medical oncology and haematology support for CAR-T, autologous, and allogeneic stem cell transplantation programmes.
Solid Tumour Oncology & Precision Medicine: Personalised treatment for breast, gynaecological, lung, head and neck, and gastrointestinal cancers using biomarker assessment and next-generation sequencing (NGS).

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Intravenous & Oral Chemotherapy
Targeted Therapy (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors, Monoclonal Antibodies)
Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors)
CAR-T Cell Therapy Coordination
Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation
Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) & Biomarker-Guided Treatment
Multidisciplinary Tumour Board Coordination
Precision Oncology & Molecular Profiling
Palliative & Supportive Oncology Care

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Vishwanath S. can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Lead Oncosciences, Karnataka Region; Senior Consultant & Academic Advisor — Department of Medical Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, India (Present)
Professor — Apollo Hospitals Educational and Research Foundation (AHERF), Department of Medical Oncology (2018 – Present)

Past Affiliations

Clinical Fellow, Division of Cancer Medicine (Lymphoma / Myeloma) — The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA (until August 2016)
DM Medical Oncology Trainee — Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore, India (until July 2015)
Consultant Physician — Sagar Hospitals, Bangalore, India (until June 2012)
Assistant Professor & MD Resident, Department of Internal Medicine — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, Manipal, India (until 2011)
Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine — Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, Manipal, India

Academic & Research Roles

Professor of Medical Oncology — AHERF, 2018
DNB Teacher — AHERF
45+ peer-reviewed international publications
50+ poster / oral presentations at ASCO, ASH, and other national and international conferences

Key Achievements

Gold Medal — DM (Medical Oncology), Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, 2015
Gold Medal — MD (General Medicine), Kasturba Medical College, 2008
Abstract Achievement Award — American Society of Hematology (ASH)
Travel Grant — Pan Pacific Lymphoma Conference, Kauai, 2016
Promoted to Professor, Department of Medical Oncology (AHERF), 2018

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Abstract Achievement Award — American Society of Hematology (ASH)
Gold Medal — Best Outgoing Medical Oncology Fellow, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, 2015
Gold Medal — Best Outgoing Internal Medicine Resident, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, 2008
Travel Grant — Pan Pacific Lymphoma Conference, Kauai, 2016
Consolation Prize — "Outcomes in GCB vs. Non-GCB DLBCL from a Tertiary Care Centre in South India," SAARC International Conference of SAARC Federation of Oncologists, 2014
Neurology Quiz, 2nd Place — NIMHANS, Bangalore, 2004

Professional Memberships

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
American Society of Hematology (ASH)
Indian Society of Medical and Pediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
Karnataka Medical Council

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

45+ peer-reviewed international publications in high-impact factor journals in lymphoma, myeloma, leukaemia, and solid tumour medical oncology. (Specific citations indexed across PubMed and major oncology journals.)
"Outcomes in GCB vs. Non-GCB DLBCL from a Tertiary Care Centre in South India." SAARC International Conference of SAARC Federation of Oncologists, 28–30 Nov 2014, Manipal, India.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Lymphoma and multiple myeloma outcomes
Precision oncology and next-generation sequencing (NGS)
CAR-T and stem cell transplantation

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 – ₹1,50,000	$300 – $1,800
Targeted Therapy (Per Month, Drug-Dependent)	₹50,000 – ₹3,50,000	$600 – $4,200
Immunotherapy (Per Cycle)	₹1,50,000 – ₹4,50,000	$1,800 – $5,400
Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation	₹15,00,000 – ₹25,00,000	$18,000 – $30,000
Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation	₹25,00,000 – ₹40,00,000	$30,000 – $48,000
CAR-T Cell Therapy Coordination	Price available on request	Price available on request
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Panel	₹50,000 – ₹2,50,000	$600 – $3,000

*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. Vishwanath S. use in Medical Oncologist treatment?

Dr. Vishwanath S. uses advanced molecular oncology platforms including next-generation sequencing (NGS) for biomarker-guided treatment, precision chemotherapy and targeted therapy protocols, checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy, CAR-T cell therapy coordination, and multidisciplinary tumour board decision-making integrating surgical, radiation, and molecular pathology inputs. Virtual second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.

2. What conditions does Dr. Vishwanath S. specialize in treating?

Dr. Vishwanath S. specialises in Medical Oncologist care, treating Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, multiple myeloma, acute and chronic leukaemias, hairy cell leukemia, breast cancer, gynaecological cancers, lung cancer, head and neck cancers, gastrointestinal cancers, cholangiocarcinoma, sarcomas, and rare malignancies. He is a trusted MD Anderson-trained lymphoma and myeloma specialist in Bangalore for international patients seeking the best Medical Oncologist doctor in India.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vishwanath S.?

Appointments with Dr. Vishwanath S. 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. Vishwanath S.?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Vishwanath S., 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. Vishwanath S. offer second opinions for Medical 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 Medical Oncologist specialist in Bangalore, India.

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