Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao
Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao
Medical Oncologist

Location: Gurugram

Experience: 47

Designation: Senior Consultant

Qualification: MBBS , MD , DM

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About Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao

  • Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao, VSM, is a distinguished figure in Medical Oncology, boasting over 47 years of exemplary service in the field.
  • His expertise lies in management and treatment of a wide range of cancers affecting various parts of the body, such as the Lung, Pleura, Breast, Ovarian, Cervical etc
  • He completed his MBBS at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in Ajmer and earned his MD in Internal Medicine from Armed Forces Medical College in Pune.
  • He further specialized in Oncology by obtaining his DM from the Cancer Institute in Adyar, Chennai.
  • Dr. Rao specializes in treating various solid cancers, utilizing a multifaceted approach that includes chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and palliative care to optimize patient outcomes.
  • He is particularly passionate about establishing and advancing cancer centers, demonstrating his commitment to improving oncological care.
  • Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao, VSM, is an active member of several esteemed organizations, including the Association of Physicians of India (API), the Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO), the Indian Society of Oncology (ISO), the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
  • His dedication ensures that patients receive individualized care tailored to their specific needs.

Work Experience

  • Senior Consultant & Director in Medical Oncology Department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, 2014
  • Professor & Senior  Consultant Medical Oncology at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, 2011
  • Senior Adviser Oncology at Army Hospital (Referal and research) New Delhi, 2006
  • Specialist in Medicine and Oncology at Armed Forces Medical Services, 2002

Education

  • MBBS, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Ajmer, 1977
  • MD, Internal Medicine, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, 1984
  • DM, Oncology, Cancer Institute, Adyar, Chennai, 1993

Awards

  • Lifetime Achievement Award, ICC Meeting Mumbai 2023 
  • Lifetime Achievement Award, Oncology Forum Annual Meeting, New Delhi 2023 
  • Lifetime Achievement Award, ICON Meeting, Hyderabad 2020
  • Vishisht Seva Medal by President of India
  • Col KK Gupta Memorial Gold Medal 1984
  • Lt Gen R S Hoon Award 1994
  • Lt Gen RS Hoon Award 1996
  • Air Marshall Ajit Nath Guru Shanti Devi Award 1997
  • 2nd Best Poster Award Merck Serrano Oncology Summit Hong Kong March, 2012

Specialization

Qualification

MBBS , MD , DM