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About Stem Cell Transplant doctors in India
This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.
Stem Cell Transplant doctors
FeaturedDr. Ashok Kumar Vaid
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology)
Chairman — Medical Oncology, Hematology & Stem Cell Transplant · Specialty: Medical Oncologist & BMT Specialist
Medanta - The Medicity Gurgaon, India44+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 44+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist & BMT Specialist
- Chairman — Medical Oncology, Hematology & Stem Cell Transplant, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon (Present)
- Pioneered one of the largest stem cell transplant programmes in private-sector north India
Expertise & Procedures
- Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplant
- Haploidentical Stem Cell Transplant
- Bone Marrow Aspiration & Biopsy
- Chemotherapy Administration
Medical Oncologist & BMT Specialist Experience: 44+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Huma Noor
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology), MRCP — Medical Oncology
Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India11+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 11+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
- Consultant — Medical Oncology, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi (Present)
- Consultant — Medical Oncology, Fortis Escorts, Amritsar
Expertise & Procedures
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Immunotherapy Infusions
- Targeted & Hormonal Therapy
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplant
- Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant (Paediatric & Adult)
Medical Oncologist Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Akshay Shah
MBBS, DNB, Fellowship in Stem Cell Transplantation
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Gleneagles Global Hospitals Mumbai, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology, Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Mumbai — Present
- Specialist in Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation, Gleneagles Hospitals Parel, Mumbai
Expertise & Procedures
- Allogeneic and Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation
- Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy
- Intrathecal Chemotherapy Injections
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
- Pleurodesis
Medical Oncologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Global HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Ashutosh Jain
MBBS, MD, DM
Associate Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon, India8+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 8+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
- Associate Consultant, Department of Medical Oncology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon — Present
- Medical Oncology Training and Clinical Practice, Tata Memorial Research Institute, Mumbai — Previous affiliation
Expertise & Procedures
- Chemotherapy for Solid Tumors
- Adjuvant Chemotherapy
- Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy for Solid Tumors
Medical Oncologist Experience: 8+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Joydeep Singh Vasant
MBBS, MD, DM, ESMO Certification
Associate Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Medanta - The Medicity Gurgaon, India11+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 11+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
- Associate Consultant, Medical Oncology, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon, Present
- Medical Oncology Specialist, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon
Expertise & Procedures
- Chemotherapy Administration for Solid Tumors
- Adjuvant and Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Planning
- Immunotherapy for Advanced Cancers
- Targeted Therapy Delivery and Management
- Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer
Medical Oncologist Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Macha Kiran Kumar
MBBS, MD, DM, ECMO, FCR, PDCR
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 13+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology — Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad (Present)
- Consultant, Medical Oncology — Medicover Cancer Institute, Hitec City, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Chemotherapy Administration and Management
- Cancer Immunotherapy and Checkpoint Inhibitors
- Targeted Molecular Therapy
- Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation
Medical Oncologist Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SecunderabadHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Naidu N. Bethune
MBBS, MD, DM
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City Hyderabad, India21+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 21+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology, Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad (Present)
- Consultant — Medical Oncology, American Oncology Institute, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Chemotherapy Administration for Solid and Hematological Cancers
- Targeted Therapy and Molecular Cancer Treatment
- Cancer Immunotherapy and Checkpoint Inhibitors
- Stem Cell Transplantation
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
Medical Oncologist Experience: 21+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech CityHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Srinivas Chakravarthy G
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM Hematology, DM Medical Oncology, American Board Certified in Internal Medicine, American Board Certified in Hematology, American Board Certified in Medical Oncology
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India26+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 26+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology, Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad, India — Present
- Consultant Hematologist and Medical Oncologist, various leading hospitals in Hyderabad and USA — 26+ years
Expertise & Procedures
- Systemic Chemotherapy Administration
- Targeted Molecular Therapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy (CAR-T, Checkpoint Inhibitors)
- Hormone Therapy for Breast and Prostate Cancer
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
Medical Oncologist Experience: 26+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SecunderabadHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Viraj Nevrekar
DM in Medical Oncology, MD in Medicine, ECMO Certification
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant · Specialty: Medical Oncologist & Hemato-Oncologist
Gleneagles Global Hospitals Mumbai, India11+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 11+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist & Hemato-Oncologist
- Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant, Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Mumbai, Parel
- Over 11 years of clinical practice in medical oncology and hemato-oncology across leading Indian hospital networks
Expertise & Procedures
- Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation
- High-dose Chemotherapy Regimens
- Cancer Immunotherapy and CAR-T Cell Therapy
- Targeted Molecular Therapy for Solid Tumors
Medical Oncologist & Hemato-Oncologist Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Global HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Vishnu Hari
DM, MD, MBBS
Associate Director & Head (Unit I) — Medical Oncology, Haematology & BMT · Specialty: Medical Oncologist & Haematologist
Sarvodaya Hospital Faridabad, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist & Haematologist
- Associate Director & Head (Unit I), Medical Oncology, Haematology & BMT — Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad
- Senior Consultant in Medical Oncology — Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Bone Marrow Transplantation (Stem Cell Transplantation)
- CAR-T Cell Therapy
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Targeted Therapy for Advanced Cancers
Medical Oncologist & Haematologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Sarvodaya HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyLiver TransplantCardiac Surgery
3+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Fortis Memorial Research Institute
Est. 1996
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.8
1100 reviews
1000+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hitec City, Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Medicover Hospital Hitec City
Est. 2011
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.3
95 reviews
250+
Beds
15+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Faridabad, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Sarvodaya Hospital
Est. 2014
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.5
74 reviews
450+
Beds
12+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh
Est. 2010
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.5
68 reviews
262+
Beds
16+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$18,000
Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre
Est. 2018
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Stem Cell TransplantMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Stem Cell Transplant
4.7
108 reviews
450+
Beds
8+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for multiple myeloma treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Stem Cell Transplant?
A Stem Cell Transplant (Bone Marrow Transplant) replaces diseased or damaged bone marrow with healthy stem cells, allowing the body to produce normal blood cells again. It is a key curative or disease-controlling treatment for blood cancers such as Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Multiple Myeloma, especially after chemotherapy has reduced disease burden. India offers internationally accredited transplant units with experienced hemato-oncology teams at a fraction of Western costs.
Who may be considered?
Stem Cell Transplant may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
The patient's own stem cells are collected, stored, and reinfused after high-dose chemotherapy, commonly used in Multiple Myeloma and certain Lymphomas.
3 approaches available for this procedure:
Autologous Stem Cell Transplant (Self-Donor)
Most PopularThe patient's own stem cells are collected, stored, and reinfused after high-dose chemotherapy, commonly used in Multiple Myeloma and certain Lymphomas.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $800 - $2,000
CBC, bone marrow biopsy, PET-CT, cardiac ECHO/ECG, pulmonary function test, HLA typing, viral screening (HIV, Hepatitis B/C), renal and liver function tests
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $18,000 - $30,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~5-7 days
Hospitalisation: ~18-21 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~30-45 days recommended
Total stay: approx 45-60 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Stem cell collection & processing
- High-dose conditioning chemotherapy
- Transplant procedure & isolation room stay
- Daily monitoring by transplant team
- Standard medications during hospitalization
Usually Not Included
- International/domestic travel
- Visa and accommodation for attendant
- Post-discharge medications
- Long-term follow-up tests after discharge
- Treatment of unexpected complications
Recovery and follow-up
Patients typically require close monitoring for 60-90 days post-transplant with frequent blood counts, infection precautions, and gradual reintroduction of normal activity; full immune recovery may take 6-12 months.
Risks
Key risks include infection due to a suppressed immune system, graft failure or rejection, and Graft-versus-Host Disease (GVHD) in allogeneic transplants, all of which require specialized management by the transplant team.
Alternatives
Depending on disease type and stage, alternatives may include continued chemotherapy/immunotherapy regimens, targeted therapy, CAR-T cell therapy, or radiation therapy without proceeding to transplant.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
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Reports required
- Complete Blood Count (CBC) and peripheral smear
- Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy report
- PET-CT or CT scan with disease staging
- HLA typing report (patient and potential donors)
- Cardiac evaluation (ECHO/ECG)
- Liver and kidney function tests
- Prior chemotherapy/treatment summary
- Viral screening reports (HIV, Hepatitis B/C)
Patient information needed
- Type of blood cancer and current disease stage
- Details of prior chemotherapy or treatment cycles
- Availability of a potential donor (sibling/family)
- Current performance status and mobility level
- Any active infections or comorbidities
- Blood group of patient and possible donors
- Financial/insurance coverage details
- Attendant availability for extended stay in India
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Stem Cell Transplant) and procedure (Stem Cell Transplant) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Stem Cell Transplant in India
What is Multiple Myeloma?
Multiple myeloma is a cancer in which abnormal plasma cells accumulate in the bone marrow, producing excess proteins (called M-proteins or paraproteins) that can damage organs and disrupt normal blood cell production. It is considered a haematological malignancy and, while not currently curable in most cases, it is treatable and can often be managed effectively for many years.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Multiple Myeloma?
Common symptoms include persistent bone pain (particularly in the back, ribs, or hips), unexplained fatigue, frequent infections, easy bruising or bleeding, and signs of kidney problems such as increased thirst or reduced urine output. Some people experience numbness or weakness in the limbs if the disease affects the spine, and elevated calcium levels can cause confusion, nausea, or constipation. These symptoms overlap with many other conditions, and their presence alone is not sufficient to establish a diagnosis of multiple myeloma.
How is Multiple Myeloma diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically involves blood and urine tests to detect abnormal proteins (including serum protein electrophoresis, immunofixation, and free light chain assay), a full blood count, kidney and calcium level checks, and bone marrow biopsy to confirm the presence and proportion of malignant plasma cells. Imaging — such as whole-body low-dose CT, MRI, or PET-CT — is used to assess bone involvement and detect lesions. Disease severity is stratified using established staging systems such as the Revised International Staging System (R-ISS), which incorporates albumin, beta-2 microglobulin, LDH levels, and cytogenetic risk markers to guide prognosis and treatment decisions.
How is Multiple Myeloma treated?
Treatment is highly individualised and depends on factors including disease stage, cytogenetic risk profile, the patient's age, fitness, and organ function. For eligible patients, high-dose chemotherapy followed by autologous stem cell transplantation (using the patient's own stem cells) is a standard approach that can deepen and prolong remission. Alongside or instead of transplant, treatment may include combinations of targeted therapies (such as proteasome inhibitors or IMiDs), immunotherapy (including monoclonal antibodies), and conventional chemotherapy, with the specific regimen determined by a qualified specialist based on individual assessment.
Can Multiple Myeloma be treated without a procedure?
For patients who are not eligible for stem cell transplantation — due to age, fitness level, or other health conditions — effective non-procedural management is available using combinations of oral or intravenous targeted agents, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy. Supportive care measures, including bisphosphonates to protect bone health, growth factors to address anaemia, and prophylactic antibiotics to reduce infection risk, form an important part of ongoing management for all patients regardless of transplant eligibility. Active monitoring (sometimes called 'watch and wait') may be appropriate for asymptomatic precursor states such as smouldering myeloma, but this decision must be made by a specialist following careful individual assessment.
When is Stem Cell Transplant considered for Multiple Myeloma?
Stem Cell Transplant may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Multiple Myeloma?
Multiple myeloma is typically evaluated and managed by a haematologist or medical oncologist with specific expertise in haematological malignancies. For patients being considered for stem cell transplantation, care is coordinated through a specialist in bone marrow transplantation, usually within a multidisciplinary team that may also include nephrologists, radiologists, and specialist nurses.
How do I choose a doctor for Multiple Myeloma?
When selecting a specialist or facility, it is worth asking about the centre's volume and experience specifically in treating multiple myeloma, whether they offer access to a full multidisciplinary team, availability of novel and clinical-trial therapies, and what structured follow-up and relapse monitoring looks like over the long term.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.