Dr. P. K. Das

Dr. P. K. Das is a highly respected Medical Oncologist and Haemato-Oncologist at the Apollo Cancer Institute, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, with more than two decades of experience in comprehensive cancer care. Trained at AIIMS, New Delhi, he combines strong academic foundations with a methodical, patient-centric approach, making him particularly valued by international and out-of-station patients.

Dr. Das serves as Academic Coordinator of the Department of Medical Oncology and heads Medical Oncology Unit I, reflecting his leadership in both high-volume clinical practice and postgraduate oncology training. He has worked at Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi for over 15 years and spent nearly 9 years closely associated with Prof. Suresh H. Advani, managing complex national and international oncology cases.

He is known for detailed counselling, clear explanation of diagnosis, intent of therapy, treatment options, side-effects, and long-term follow-up—an approach especially important for overseas patients who require structured treatment planning and continuity of care.

VRH Healthcare supports international patients under Dr. Das with end-to-end coordination, including medical opinions, treatment planning, visas, and post-therapy follow-up.

Solid Tumors (Adult)

• Breast cancer
• Lung cancer
• Gastrointestinal cancers – stomach, colon, rectum, pancreas, liver
• Genitourinary cancers – kidney (renal cell carcinoma), prostate, bladder, testicular cancer
• Gynecologic cancers – ovary, uterus, cervix
• Hepatobiliary and cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancers)
• Head & neck cancers
• Malignant melanoma and other skin cancers

Haematological Malignancies

• Acute leukemias (e.g., ALL)
• Chronic leukemias (including Hairy Cell Leukemia)
• Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphomas
• Multiple myeloma and plasma cell disorders
• Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and rare histiocytic disorders

Other Oncology-Related Conditions

• Chemotherapy-related cytopenias and complications
• Premalignant mucosal and skin lesions
• Cancer-related symptoms such as pain, weight loss, fatigue
• Treatment-related toxicities and survivorship issues

Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies

• Chemotherapy (adjuvant, neoadjuvant, concurrent, palliative)
• Targeted therapy based on molecular and genetic profiling
• Immunotherapy (checkpoint inhibitors and immune-based agents)
• Hormonal therapy (especially for breast and prostate cancers)
• Maintenance and consolidation therapy

Haemato-Oncology & Transplant-Linked Care

• Intensive chemotherapy protocols for leukemia and lymphoma
• Pre- and post-bone marrow / stem cell transplant medical management (in coordination with BMT teams)
• Transfusion support and infection prophylaxis

Supportive & Palliative Oncology

• Management of chemotherapy side-effects (nausea, neuropathy, cytopenias)
• Cancer pain management in coordination with palliative care
• Nutritional guidance, infection prevention, and survivorship planning

Dr. Das obtained his MBBS from Sambalpur University and MD (General Medicine) from Berhampur University, followed by a DM in Medical Oncology from AIIMS, New Delhi. He is an active member of the Indian Society of Medical & Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO), European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Professional Experience: Over 15 years at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, serving as Academic Coordinator and In-charge of Medical Oncology Unit I. Previously spent nearly 9 years heading the unit of Prof. Suresh H. Advani.
• Advisory Roles: Member of the Expert Committee, Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) and Expert Advisory Committee on Oncology, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (for six new AIIMS centres).
• Academic Roles: DNB teacher and examiner in Medical Oncology with active involvement in resident and fellowship training.
• Research & Publications: Presented and published research including "Recombinant erythropoietin in anemia of chronic renal failure" (API Conference), "Circulating micromegakaryocytes in CML" (First Prize, Paris), and papers in the Postgraduate Medical Journal, Urologic Internationalis, and Indian Journal of Medical Research.

• DM (Medical Oncology) training from AIIMS, New Delhi
• Dual expertise in solid tumors and blood cancers
• Leadership role at Apollo Cancer Institute
• Active memberships in ASCO and ESMO
• National-level regulatory and advisory roles
• Clear communication and patient-focused counselling

Seamless international patient facilitation by VRH Healthcare, including treatment planning and cost estimates, medical visa support, hospital coordination and scheduling, and ongoing follow-up after return to home country.