Dr. Bharath Chandra Gurram
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Dr. Bharath Chandra Gurram

Consultant — Radiation Oncology

Radiation Oncologist

Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, India 13+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Bharath Chandra Gurram

Dr. Bharath Chandra Gurram is a Consultant Radiation Oncologist at Yashoda Hospitals in Hyderabad, India, with over 13 years of clinical expertise in treating solid malignancies using advanced radiation techniques. He holds an MD in Radiation Oncology from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, an MRCP in Medical Oncology from the Royal College of Physicians, UK, and European certification (FESMO) from the European Society of Medical Oncology. His international training includes a fellowship under Dr. A. Eisbruch at the University of Michigan, USA, which has shaped his precision-based approach to cancer care.

Dr. Gurram specializes in stereotactic radiosurgery, intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), brachytherapy, and stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). His clinical focus encompasses head and neck cancers, thoracic malignancies, gastrointestinal cancers, and genito-urinary cancers, with particular expertise in prostate and rectal cancer management. He is actively involved in clinical research and has published in reputed oncology journals, including contributions on biopsy Gleason grade group 5 prostate cancers in Radiotherapy and Oncology and evidence-based management of metastatic non-small cell lung cancer.

With a patient-centred philosophy, Dr. Gurram places emphasis on individualized treatment planning and comprehensive care, including palliative oncology and cancer nutrition counselling. He regularly treats international patients from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Africa, and South Asia, supported by Yashoda Hospitals' dedicated international patient services. His multilingual proficiency in English, Hindi, and Telugu ensures clear communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Yashoda Hospitals, where Dr. Gurram practices, is a Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited multi-specialty facility with state-of-the-art radiation oncology infrastructure, including advanced linear accelerators and brachytherapy suites. The hospital's Somajiguda and Hitec City campuses in Hyderabad offer seamless coordination of oncology services, imaging, and surgical support for complex cancer cases.

International patients choosing Dr. Gurram benefit from transparent consultation processes, detailed second-opinion reviews, and coordinated care pathways through Gaf Healthcare's global network. The hospital accommodates the logistics of international treatment, including visa assistance and liaison with local healthcare partners for follow-up care post-discharge.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Bharath Chandra Gurram

  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Thoracic Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Genito-urinary Cancer
  • Metastatic Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Advanced Malignancies
  • Cancer Palliative Care

Areas of Interest

  • Radiation Therapy for Cancer
  • Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery
  • Brachytherapy
  • Total Body Irradiation
  • Head and Neck Cancer Treatment
  • Thoracic Cancer Treatment
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment
  • Genito-urinary Cancer Treatment
  • Palliative Care
  • Cancer Nutrition

Qualifications

  • MBBSDr. NTR University of Health Sciences, 2010
  • MDAmrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, 2015
  • MRCPRoyal College of Physicians, UK, 2019
  • FESMOEuropean Society of Medical Oncology, 2014
  • CCEPC, 2013
  • BLSAmerican Heart Association

Work Experience

  • Consultant, Radiation Oncology — Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda and Hitec City, Hyderabad, Present
  • Senior Resident, Radiation Oncology — Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, 2012–2015
  • Intern — Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute of Medical Sciences, 2010–2011
  • Fellowship Training — University of Michigan, USA (under Dr. A. Eisbruch)

Certifications (6)

  • MBBS

    Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences — 2010

  • MD (Radiation Oncology)

    Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi — 2015

  • MRCP (Medical Oncology)

    Royal College of Physicians, UK — 2019

  • FESMO (European Certified Medical Oncologist)

    European Society of Medical Oncology — 2014

  • CCEPC (Certification Course in Essentials of Palliative Care)

    Indian College of Radiation Oncology — 2013

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)

    American Heart Association

Memberships (4)

  • Association of Radiation Oncologists of India
  • American Brachytherapy Society
  • American Society for Radiation Oncology
  • European Society of Medical Oncology

Research Papers & Publications (5)

Multi-institutional clinical outcomes of biopsy Gleason grade group 5 prostate cancers

Radiotherapy and Oncology2022

First line management of metastatic non-small cell lung cancer: An Indian perspective

South Asian Journal of Cancer2019

Preoperative long-course chemoradiation for localized rectal cancer

Indian Journal of Cancer2016

Advances in stereotactic body radiation therapy for early-stage lung cancer: Clinical outcomes and toxicity profile

Journal of Radiation Oncology2021

Role of palliative radiation in advanced malignancies: Evidence and outcomes

Indian Journal of Palliative Care2018

Procedures

Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)Brachytherapy (High-dose and Low-dose)Total Body IrradiationPalliative Radiation Therapy3D Conformal Radiation TherapyImage-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)

Frequently Asked Questions

International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's platform by submitting their medical history and imaging reports. Dr. Gurram offers virtual consultations via secure video call or WhatsApp, allowing patients to discuss their condition and treatment options remotely. Gaf Healthcare's care coordinators will review your documents and arrange a convenient time for consultation. You may also request a detailed second-opinion review before committing to in-person travel.