Dr. Vivek Agarwala

Dr Vivek Agarwala is a highly esteemed and internationally qualified medical oncologist and haemato-oncologist in Kolkata, West Bengal, with an impressive 19 years of extensive medical experience.

Holding elite international credentials (ECMO Europe, MRCP UK, and Adv. Molecular Oncology USA), he serves as the Director of Medical Oncology at NH RTIICS and Narayana Superspeciality (Shibpur), and as a Consultant at Parkview Super Speciality Hospital.

Patients seeking the best medical oncologist in Kolkata or an expert cancer specialist in West Bengal can consult Dr Vivek in English, Hindi, and Bengali.

His vast clinical proficiency encompasses Solid Tumor Management, Adult Haemato-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplants, and Advanced Systemic Cancer Therapies.

Specialisation and Area of Expertise

Dr Vivek Agarwala expertly integrates advanced genomic profiling with precision-based systemic oncology protocols.

He delivers evidence-based treatments to effectively manage complex solid tumors and blood cancers, ensuring supreme patient safety, compassionate care, and exceptional survival outcomes.

Solid Tumor Management

For patients in Howrah requiring advanced interventions for lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers, Dr Vivek Agarwala provides expert clinical evaluation and highly specialized medical oncological care.

• Breast and Ovarian Cancer Care: Implementing modern therapeutic planning for the comprehensive, stage-specific management of complex female reproductive cancers
• Lung and Head-and-Neck Cancers: Ensuring seamless clinical integration and specialized care for the precise diagnosis and medical treatment of severe upper respiratory malignancies
• Gastrointestinal and Colorectal Cancers: Utilizing accurate diagnostic execution tailored specifically to safely manage and eradicate complex digestive tract tumors
• Urological and Prostate Malignancies: Providing advanced clinical solutions to effectively treat severe genitourinary cancers using highly customized medical protocols

Adult Haemato-Oncology and BMT

For individuals in West Bengal experiencing acute anatomical conditions such as leukemia and lymphoma, Dr V Agarwala delivers focused expertise and modern cellular interventions.

• Leukemia and Lymphoma Management: Executing expert clinical management using specialized protocols for acute and chronic blood and lymphatic cancers
• Multiple Myeloma Care: Delivering holistic medical solutions to target and successfully treat complex plasma cell malignancies
• Bone Marrow Transplantation: Utilizing precise systemic diagnostics to flawlessly assess and oversee life-saving stem cell therapies and highly complex bone marrow procedures
• Haematological Malignancies: Advancing internal wellness through innovative, minimally invasive medical protocols for all types of severe blood disorders

Advanced Systemic Cancer Therapies

For patients in Kolkata needing thorough diagnosis and genetic treatment of advanced metastatic cancers, Dr Agarwala performs meticulous clinical assessments and complete therapeutic oversight.

• Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy: Employing meticulous diagnostic execution and genetic profiling to precisely attack cancer cells using the body's own immune system
• Precision Molecular Oncology: Executing highly focused therapeutic administration tailored for customized, gene-specific oncological treatments
• Complex Chemotherapy: Incorporating targeted, highly specialized systemic interventions to expertly manage and safely shrink severe tumor burdens
• Geriatric Oncology: Seamlessly executing specialized evaluations and compassionate care models specifically designed to support and treat elderly cancer patients safely

Education and Credentials

Dr Vivek Agarwala holds progressive medical qualifications and prestigious super-speciality certifications from premier national and international medical institutes:

• MBBS from Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, Guwahati (2007)
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) in General Medicine from GSVM Medical College, Kanpur (2012)
• Doctorate of Medicine (DM) in Medical Oncology from the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital (TMC), Mumbai (2016)
• Doctorate of National Board (DrNB) in Medical Oncology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (2017)
• European Certification in Medical Oncology (ECMO) from the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) in Medical Oncology, United Kingdom
• Advanced Certificate in Molecular Oncology, USA

Registration: West Bengal Medical Council, Registration No. 80215 (2018)

Professional Experience

Dr Vivek Agarwala currently brings his extraordinary medical oncology expertise to the following institutions, serving in key clinical leadership roles at:

• Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Shibpur (Director - Department of Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology)
• NH Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences (RTIICS), Mukundapur (Director - Department of Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology)
• Parkview Super Speciality Hospital, Bidhannagar (Consultant - Medical Oncology)

Previously, he gained foundational academic and operative exposure serving in specialised clinical roles at:

• Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai (Specialist Senior Resident / Senior Resident - Medical Oncology)
• Artemis Hospital and Research Institute (Senior Registrar)
• GSVM Medical College and LLRM Hospital, Kanpur (Junior Resident)

Clinical Distinctions and Academic Contributions

• Awarded the highly prestigious ISMPO TYSA (Torrent Young Scholar Award) in 2016 for his outstanding brilliance and clinical capabilities in the field of oncology
• Honored with the Best Orator Award, reflecting his immense contribution to medical research, lecturing, and oncology education across India
• Received extensive, specialized hands-on training from the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital (Mumbai) in expertly managing oncologic emergencies, chemotherapy toxicities, and bone marrow transplants

Professional Memberships

Dr Vivek Agarwala is a highly respected active member and leader within the following elite global and national medical organisations:

• American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
• European Association for Clinical Research (EACR)
• Asian Cardio Oncology Society (ACOS)
• Indian Cooperative Oncology Network (ICON)
• Foundation for Head and Neck Oncology (FHNO)
• Immuno Oncology Society of India (IOSI)
• Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)
• Indo Asian Society of Clinical Oncology (IASCO)

Publications

Dr Vivek Agarwala has actively contributed to the global scientific community through rigorous oncological research. Out of his massive portfolio of over 20 peer-reviewed papers, his Top 5 most prominent published research includes:

• Clinical Benefit of Comprehensive Genomic Profiling for Advanced Cancers in India (JCO Global Oncology, 2022)
• Global Cardio Oncology Registry (G-COR): Registry Design, Primary Objectives, and Future Perspectives of a Multicenter Global Initiative (Circulation, 2023)
• Cancer Treatment-Related Cardiovascular Disease - Real World Data in Cardio-Oncology (Frontiers in Oncology, 2023)
• Advancing Cardio-Oncology in Asia (Korean Circulation Journal, 2023)
• Practical Clinical Consensus Guidelines for the Management of Cancer Associated Anemia (CAA) in Low-and Middle-Income Countries (South Asian Journal of Cancer, 2023)

Book an Appointment with Dr Vivek Agarwala, Medical Oncologist in Howrah

Ensure optimal cellular health and advanced cancer care by booking an appointment with Dr Vivek Agarwala at Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Shibpur, for expert immunotherapy and precision targeted therapy. Check his contact details and availability on HexaHealth today to book a seamless appointment.