- Speciality: Radiation Oncology and precision cancer therapy
- Designation: Head – Radiation Oncology at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad
- Education: MMBBS, MD(Radiation Oncology), Fellowship
- Experience: 27+ years
- Hospital: Amrita Hospital, Faridabad
About Dr. Bhaskar Viswanathan
Dr. Bhaskar Viswanathan is a highly experienced Radiation Oncologist with over 27 years of expertise in advanced cancer treatment. He is currently serving as Head of Radiation Oncology at Amrita Hospital. With a strong academic and clinical background, he completed his MBBS in Bengaluru and MD in Radiation Oncology from the prestigious Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology. He further enhanced his expertise through a clinical research project at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and a fellowship at Juravinski Cancer Centre, Canada. Over the years, he has held key academic positions including Assistant Professor at Kidwai Institute and later Associate Professor and Professor at Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru.
Dr. Viswanathan is widely recognized for his innovations and contributions to precision-based radiation oncology. Extensive experience in image-guided and adaptive radiotherapy enables him to deliver highly accurate and personalized cancer treatments. He has pioneered robotic image-guided brachytherapy for hepatic tumors and contributed significantly to nanoparticle-based cancer research. With experience of over 3000 brachytherapy procedures, he specializes in treating complex cancers including cervical, head & neck, prostate, and breast cancers. His research contributions and involvement with government-led cancer research initiatives highlight his commitment to advancing oncology care. Known for combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate care, he continues to improve outcomes for cancer patients.
Work Experience
- Head, Radiation Oncology – Amrita Hospital, Faridabad
- Professor – Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru (2018–2022)
- Associate Professor – Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru (2008–2012)
- Assistant Professor – Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bengaluru (1999–2006)
- Over 27 years of experience in Radiation Oncology
- Performed 3000+ brachytherapy procedures
Specialty & Interests
- Radiation Oncology and precision cancer therapy
- Image-guided and adaptive radiotherapy
- Brachytherapy (intracavitary and interstitial)
- Robotic image-guided brachytherapy
- Treatment of cervical, head & neck, prostate, and breast cancers
- Hyperthermia and nanoparticle-based cancer therapy
- Hypofractionated radiation therapy techniques
- Advanced multimodality cancer treatment approaches
Memberships
- Associated with national cancer research and oncology committees
- Contributor to government-led cancer research programs (DeitY, Govt. of India)
Education & Training
- MBBS – National College, Bengaluru
- MD (Radiation Oncology) – Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (1997)
- Clinical Research – Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (1998)
- Fellowship – Juravinski Cancer Centre, Hamilton, Canada
Honors & Awards
- Precision radiation therapy for various cancers
- Image-guided brachytherapy procedures
- Adaptive and hypofractionated radiotherapy
- Breast cancer treatment (DIBH technique)
- Prostate, cervical, and head & neck cancer treatment
- Advanced radiation techniques with MRI guidance
Treatments Offered
- Best Paper Award – Indian Cancer Society Conference (2018)
- Best Paper Award – World Congress on Nanomedical Sciences (ISNSCON 2019)
- Recognized for innovation in nanoparticle-based cancer therapy and radiation techniques
