PET/CT Doctors in test — Page 8

Dr. Antonio Cubillo Gracián heads the medical oncology service at HM Sanchinarro. He uses PET/CT imaging and liquid biopsies to profile tumors without surgery.

• Director of Postgraduate Research at HM CIOCC specializing in molecular cancer analysis
• Directed advanced courses at MD Anderson Cancer Center in oncology and nutrition
• Leads clinical trial programs researching new therapies for stomach and lung cancers
• Uses genetic markers like EGFR and ALK to guide precise diagnostic findings
• Professor at USP CEU training specialists in digestive system and neck pathology

Dr. Sridhar P.S. is a radiation oncology expert at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He holds a MD and a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy.

• Specializes in using PET/CT results for precise radiotherapy planning
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology – a group dedicated to brain tumor research
• Affiliated with the Association of Radiation Oncology of India
• Involved with the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology
• Trained at Banaras Hindu University – one of India’s most respected institutions

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a fellow in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. He specializes in the early diagnosis and surgical treatment of oral cancers.

• Practices at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre – a top NABH-accredited oncology facility in Nashik
• Uses PET/CT imaging results to plan complex head and neck tumor resections
• Performs laryngectomy and thyroidectomy to remove cancer while focusing on organ preservation
• Published medical researcher featured in several national and international journals
• Fellowship-trained in oncology at the specialized HCG Manavata Cancer Centre

Dr. Sadir Alrawi is a board-certified surgical oncologist. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal, head and neck, minimally invasive, breast, and colorectal cancers. He also has expertise in heated chemoperfusion. Dr. Alrawi serves as the Director of Oncology Services at VPS Hospital system in the UAE and MENA region. He oversees several tertiary referral cancer centers.

Dr. Alrawi holds both American and British board certifications. He completed fellowships at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. He has previously led oncology divisions at Al Zahra Hospital, Tawam Hospital (a Johns Hopkins affiliate), and 21st Century Oncology in Florida. Dr. Alrawi has published widely and given many invited talks. He remains active in oncology research and education.

Dr. Raj Nagarkar has performed 50,000+ cancer surgeries. He leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre, where PET/CT imaging is vital for cancer staging.

• Trained in surgical oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer institute
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the UK
• Professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology – trains the next generation of cancer surgeons
• Contributed to 200+ clinical trials to advance modern cancer treatment protocols
• Specializes in complex tumor removals for breast, lung, and liver cancers

Dr. Didem Tastekin is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in breast and lung cancer treatment, including stage 4 cases. Dr. Tastekin received the TUBITAK Incentive Award for her work in cancer research. She is an active member of both ESMO and ASCO.

• Awarded Best Researcher of the Year at Istanbul University Oncology Institute.
• Treats complex cases at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital.
• Coordinates oncological check-ups and screenings for both men and women.
• Expert in diagnostics including PET-MRI, tumor markers, and organ biopsies.

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He uses PET/CT imaging to study the molecular basis of solid tumors and targeted therapies.

• Earned his DNB in Medical Oncology from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Presented stomach cancer research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium
• Delivered lectures for the International Winter School of Oncology at AIIMS Bhopal
• Specializes in precision diagnostics for lung, breast, and gynecological cancers
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

10,000 major surgeries performed – Dr. Banswal leads surgical oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He uses PET/CT for precise cancer staging.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic cancer surgeries to improve patient recovery
• Fellowship-trained at Tata Medical Centre – a leading institution for cancer research
• Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital
• Served as lead investigator for original research at Tata Medical Center
• Authored multiple papers in international journals on gastrointestinal oncology

Prof. Michael Truss directs the urology department at Dortmund Clinic. He is recognized by FOCUS magazine for clinical excellence in oncourology and PET/CT diagnostics.

• Specializes in prostate cancer within a facility accredited by the German Cancer Society
• Trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Harvard University in the United States
• Winner of the Jack Lapides Prize for research in urodynamics and neuroscience
• Active researcher with a Hirsch index of 30 and entries in international journals
• Member of the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology

Dr. Shruti Kate heads the oncology department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. She provides expert oversight for staging cancers using PET/CT scans.

• Trained in medical oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer institution
• Solo recipient of the 2018 travel award at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Presents research globally at conferences like the WCLC in Toronto
• Active member of ASCO, the leading body for clinical oncology in America
• Specializes in solid tumors and pediatric cancers within an academic setting

Dr. Chaitainya Borde has handled over 30,000 PET scans at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He is an expert in nuclear medicine and cardiology imaging.

• Specializes in all types of PET/CT scans for precise diagnosis
• Performs nuclear cardiology services to evaluate heart health
• Expert in radioiodine and Lu-177 therapies for cancer treatment
• Treated more than 1,000 thyroid cancer patients
• Published research papers in several medical journals

Dr. Lopez Ibor leads the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Unit at HM Montepríncipe. She uses PET/CT diagnostics to treat bone and brain tumors in children.

• Trained in pediatric oncology at the University of Maryland
• Directs specialized care for leukemias and solid childhood tumors
• Performs bone marrow transplants and advanced CAR T-cell therapy
• Earned a Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Barcelona
• Authored numerous scientific papers on improving childhood cancer survival rates