Dr. R RANGA RAO

Dr. R RANGA RAO

Brief Profile:

Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao, VSM: With more than thirty years of outstanding service in Medical Oncology, Dr. R. Ranga Rao is recognized as a prominent figure in this domain. His career began with an extensive medical education at esteemed institutions, culminating in specialized training at prestigious global centers such as the MD Anderson Cancer Centre in Houston, USA. Dr. Rao's proficiency encompasses the treatment of various solid tumors, utilizing a comprehensive approach that includes chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and palliative care. Importantly, he has a strong interest in the establishment and enhancement of cancer centers, demonstrating his dedication to improving oncological services. As an active participant in respected medical organizations like ASCO, ESMO, and ISMPO, Dr. Rao remains at the leading edge of developments in oncology, ensuring that his patients receive the highest standard of care tailored to their specific requirements.

Work Experience:

• Dec 2019 – Present: Chairman, Paras Cancer Centres at Paras Health, Gurugram.
• Nov 2014 – Dec 2019: Senior Director, Oncology Services & Medical Oncology at Max Super Specialty Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi.
• Apr 2011 – Nov 2014: Director, Medical Oncology Department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi.
• 2009 – 2011: Director, Medical Oncology at Artemis Health Institute, Gurugram.
• Feb 2006 – Oct 2009: Professor & Senior Consultant Medical Oncology at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, New Delhi.
• 2002 – Jan 2006: Senior Adviser Oncology & Head of Department at Army Hospital (Research and Referral), New Delhi.
• Mar 1993 – Jan 2002: Medical Oncologist in the Armed Forces Medical Services.
• Jan 1985 – Feb 1991: Internal Medicine Specialist in the Armed Forces Medical Services.
• Oct 1977 – Dec 1982: Medical Officer in the Army Medical Corps.

Education:

• MBBS: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Ajmer.
• MD (Internal Medicine): Doctor of Medicine in Internal Medicine from Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune.
• DM (Medical Oncology): A super-specialty degree in Medical Oncology from the Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, Chennai.
• Clinical Exchange Program: MD Anderson Cancer Centre in Houston, USA.
• Visitor Programs: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, and the Royal Marsden Hospital, London

AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) (2006): Awarded by the President of India for meritorious and distinguished service rendered in the Armed Forces.
• Lifetime Achievement Award (2023): Received at the Indian Cancer Congress (ICC) Meeting in Mumbai.
• Lifetime Achievement Award (2023): Received at the Oncology Forum Annual Meeting in New Delhi.
• Lifetime Achievement Award (2020): Received at the ICON (Indian Cooperative Oncology Network) Meeting in Hyderabad.
• Sheetal Sahai Oration (2019): Awarded at the Cancer Institute and Research Centre, Gwalior.
• Sushruta Award (2018): Awarded by Max Health Care for the best innovative department.
• CEO's Award (2017): Awarded by the CEO of Max Health Care.
• 2nd Best Poster Award (2012): Received at the Merck Serrano Oncology Summit in Hong Kong.
• Air Marshal Ajit Nath Guru Shanti Devi Award (1997): Awarded for a research article and work.
• Best Paper Award MJAFI (1996)
• Lt. Gen. R.S. Hoon Award (1996) and (1994): Awarded for research work.
• Best Original Article Award (1995).
• Col. K.K. Gupta Memorial Gold Medal (1984): Awarded for standing first in the Advance Course Medicine.

MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS

• American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
• Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)
• Indian Cooperative Oncology Network (ICON)
• Association of Physicians of India (API)