Dr. Sadanand Karandikar

Dr Sadanand Karandikar is one of Pune's most experienced Medical Oncologists and a pioneer of medical oncology in Pune since 1987. As the senior-most medical oncologist in the region outside Mumbai, he brings unmatched clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of cancers.

He completed his medical graduation and postgraduation in Medicine from GMC Nagpur, followed by specialised training in Medical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Parel, Mumbai.

He has also received advanced international training in high-dose chemotherapy and stem cell transplantation at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA.

He currently serves as Senior Consultant at Ruby Hall Clinic, Sasoon Road, and Consultant at Galaxy Care Hospital, Karve Road, Pune, providing comprehensive, patient-centred oncology care.

If you are searching for the best medical oncologist in Pune or a trusted specialist for breast cancer, lung cancer, GI cancer, blood cancer or paediatric cancer care, Dr Karandikar offers evidence-based, personalised treatment supported by decades of clinical excellence.

He consults in English, Hindi and Marathi.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Sadanand Karandikar specialises in comprehensive medical oncology, offering advanced systemic cancer treatments and multidisciplinary care.

Major Cancers Treated

• Breast Cancer
• Lung Cancer (Thoracic Oncology)
• Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers
• Gynaecological Cancers
• Prostate Cancer
• Oral and Throat Cancer
• Liver Cancer
• Haematological Malignancies (Lymphoma and Leukaemia)
• Paediatric Solid Tumours

Advanced Cancer Treatments

Modern therapy options for accurate, targeted and effective cancer management.

• Chemotherapy (IV and oral regimens)
• Targeted therapy
• Immunotherapy
• Hormone therapy (breast and prostate cancer)
• High-dose chemotherapy and stem cell transplantation
• Palliative and supportive oncology care

Multidisciplinary Cancer Care

Comprehensive treatment planning through integrated cancer care.

• Tumour marker monitoring
• Multidisciplinary tumour board coordination
• Long-term cancer follow-up

Professional Experience

Current Affiliations:

• Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist, Ruby Hall Clinic, Sasoon Road, Pune
• Consultant Medical Oncologist, Galaxy Care Hospital, Karve Road, Pune

Previous Key Affiliations:

• DM (Medical Oncology) Trainee, Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel, Mumbai
• MD Resident, KEM Hospital and Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai
• Advanced Training in High-Dose Chemotherapy and Stem Cell Transplantation, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA

Credentials and Qualifications

Educational Background

• MBBS from Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur
• MD (General Medicine) from Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur
• DM (Medical Oncology) from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
• Advanced international training in High-Dose Chemotherapy and Stem Cell Transplantation from MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA

Academic Contributions and Achievements

• Pioneer of Medical Oncology in Pune since 1987
• Senior-most Medical Oncologist of the region (outside Mumbai)
• Principal Investigator (PI) for over 20 Phase II and Phase III randomised clinical trials
• Several research publications, orations and presentations at national and international oncology conferences and journals
• Faculty at Pune oncology CMEs and academic conferences
• Active researcher in solid tumour management

Professional Memberships

• Institutional Review Board, Chest Research Foundation, Pune
• Indian Medical Association (IMA)
• Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC)

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