Dr. R Ranga Rao
Chairman - Medical Oncology
Paras Hospital, Gurugram, Gurugram, India
- Medical Oncologist
- 4.9
- 119 Reviews
- (Google)
- 30+ years of exp.
- 120k+ Consultations
- 0+ Surgeries
About Doctor
Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao, VSM is one of India’s foremost Medical Oncologists with an outstanding track record in cancer care spanning over three decades. He is widely respected for his clinical expertise, compassionate patient‑centric approach, and leadership in establishing high‑quality oncology programs.
Dr. Rao’s distinguished career includes senior roles in both military and civilian healthcare institutions, and his advanced training at internationally renowned centers such as MD Anderson Cancer Centre reflects his commitment to world‑class oncology practice.
He specializes in systemic cancer therapies including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, immunotherapy, and comprehensive palliative care ensuring treatment plans that are evidence‑based, holistic, and tailored to each patient’s needs. Dr. Rao has been honored with the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) and multiple lifetime achievement awards for his contributions to oncology.
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Qualification & Education
- MBBS – Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Ajmer
- MD (Internal Medicine) – Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
- DM (Medical Oncology) – Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, Chennai
- Clinical Exchange/Advanced Training – MD Anderson Cancer Centre, Houston, USA; visits to Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute (Boston, USA) & Royal Marsden Hospital (UK)
Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Cancers (stomach, colon, rectum)
- Ovarian & Cervical Cancers
- Prostate Cancer
- Bone & Soft Tissue Cancers
- Brain Tumors & CNS Malignancies
- Kidney & Bladder Cancer
- Head & Neck Cancers
- Lymphomas & Hematological Malignancies
- Liver & Pancreatic Cancers
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Procedure Performed
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Chemotherapy (standard & advanced regimens)
- Targeted Therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormonal Therapy
- Supportive Care & Symptom Management
- Palliative & End‑of‑Life Care
- Second‑Opinion Consultations for Complex Cases
- Emergency Onco‑Condition Management (e.g., tumor lysis syndrome, neutropenic sepsis, hypercalcemia)
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Awards & Recoginition
- Lifetime Achievement Award, ICC Meeting Mumbai 2023
- Lifetime Achievement Award, Oncology Forum Annual Meeting, New Delhi 2023
- Lifetime Achievement Award, ICON Meeting, Hyderabad 2020
FAQs
You can book directly via Paras Hospital appointment system or let HOSPIDIO assist you — contact Email: [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp: +91‑9870538337 for seamless scheduling and support.
Dr. Rao manages a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, gastrointestinal, hematological, prostate, and head‑and‑neck cancers using integrated systemic therapies.
Yes — Dr. Rao is experienced in handling oncological emergencies including severe chemotherapy side effects and acute cancer‑related complications.
Bring recent imaging (CT, MRI, PET), pathology reports, blood tests, and a list of current medications. If traveling from abroad, send reports via email before arrival.
Yes — he integrates supportive and palliative care into treatment plans to improve quality of life during and after cancer therapy.
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