Best Medical Oncologists for Immunotherapy in Mumbai, India

This page lists 7 immunotherapy doctors in Mumbai, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 7 immunotherapy doctors in Mumbai, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Immunotherapy doctors in Mumbai, 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.

Immunotherapy doctors

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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
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Medical Oncologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Global HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Jeyhan B. Dhabhar

MBBS, MD, DrNB
Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Wockhardt Hospital Mumbai, India5+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 5+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
  • Consultant — Medical Oncology, Wockhardt Hospital South Mumbai, Mumbai, India (Present)
  • Clinical Oncologist with expertise in precision medicine and personalized cancer treatment protocols
Expertise & Procedures
  • Systemic Chemotherapy Administration
  • Targeted Molecular Therapy
  • Cancer Immunotherapy
  • Hormone Therapy for Gynecologic Malignancies
  • Precision Medicine Treatment Planning
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Medical Oncologist Experience: 5+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Wockhardt HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Jeyhan Dhabhar

MBBS, MD, DNB
Consultant — Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist
Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai Mumbai, India7+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 7+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist
  • Consultant Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, Parel — Present
  • Specialization in Precision Oncology and Cancer Genomics at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai — Present
Expertise & Procedures
  • Chemotherapy Administration and Management
  • Targeted Therapy Planning and Delivery
  • Cancer Immunotherapy
  • Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer
  • Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer
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Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist Experience: 7+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Hospital, MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Jimmy Mirani

MBBS, MD, MCH
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
  • Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology — Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, Parel — Present
  • Medical Oncologist — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai — Training and clinical practice
Expertise & Procedures
  • Chemotherapy Administration and Management
  • Cancer Immunotherapy and Checkpoint Inhibitors
  • Targeted Molecular Therapy for Cancer
  • Hormone Therapy for Breast and Prostate Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplantation and Stem Cell Therapy
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Medical Oncologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Jyoti Bajpai

MBBS, MD, DM, Fellowship in Pediatric Oncology, ESMO Certification
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist
Apollo Hospitals Mumbai, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 22+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist
  • Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, India — Present
  • Fellowship in Pediatric Oncology, Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, India
Expertise & Procedures
  • Chemotherapy administration for solid tumors
  • Immunotherapy and checkpoint inhibitor therapy
  • Targeted molecular therapy
  • Hormone therapy for breast cancer
  • Neoadjuvant chemotherapy protocols
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Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo HospitalsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Rohit Ramesh Pai

MBBS, MD in Internal Medicine, DM in Medical Oncology, MRCP (UK), MRCP (SCE), DNB in Medical Oncology
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology · Specialty: Medical Oncologist
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 10+ years of experience in Medical Oncologist
  • Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai
  • Consultant Medical Oncologist, Bombay Hospital, Mumbai
Expertise & Procedures
  • Chemotherapy Administration and Management
  • Cancer Immunotherapy Planning and Delivery
  • Targeted Therapy Selection and Monitoring
  • Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer
  • Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer
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Medical Oncologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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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
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Medical Oncologist & Hemato-Oncologist Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Global HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI

Hospitals where these doctors practise

Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, India
Starting from$1,000

Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)

Est. 1996
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation
ImmunotherapyMedical OncologyLiver TransplantCardiac Surgery
5+
Doctors for Immunotherapy
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Akshay ShahDr. Jeyhan DhabharDr. Jimmy Mirani
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Wockhardt Hospital🇮🇳 Mumbai, India
Starting from$1,000

Wockhardt Hospital

Est. 2014
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation
ImmunotherapyMedical OncologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Immunotherapy
4.4
30 reviews
350+
Beds
12+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Jeyhan B. Dhabhar

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 Immunotherapy?

Immunotherapy uses drugs that help the patient's own immune system recognize and destroy cancer cells, and is used across many cancers including breast, lung, colorectal, gastric/esophageal, liver/pancreatic, ovarian/gynaecological, head & neck cancers, leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. It is given as an infusion in cycles, either alone or combined with chemotherapy/targeted therapy, and India offers globally approved immunotherapy drugs and advanced options like CAR-T cell therapy at a fraction of Western costs. Treatment plans are individualized based on tumor type, biomarker status (e.g., PD-L1, MSI), and stage of disease.

Who may be considered?

Immunotherapy 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?

Drugs such as PD-1/PD-L1 and CTLA-4 inhibitors are given as IV infusions every 2-4 weeks to block signals that let cancer cells evade the immune system, often combined with chemotherapy for greater effect.

3 approaches available for this procedure:

Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Therapy

Most Common

Drugs such as PD-1/PD-L1 and CTLA-4 inhibitors are given as IV infusions every 2-4 weeks to block signals that let cancer cells evade the immune system, often combined with chemotherapy for greater effect.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $400 - $1,500

CBC, liver and kidney function tests, thyroid function tests, PD-L1/MSI/biomarker testing, contrast CT/PET-CT, ECG, tumor board review

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $1,500 - $3,500 per cycle

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2-3 days
Hospitalisation: ~1 day (day-care per cycle)
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~2-3 days recommended between cycles
Total stay: approx 4-6 cycles over 3-6 months

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Oncologist consultations
  • Day-care infusion facility
  • Drug administration and monitoring
  • Pre-cycle blood work
  • Nursing care during infusion

Usually Not Included

  • Cost of immunotherapy drug (billed per cycle)
  • Interim PET-CT/imaging for response assessment
  • Management of immune-related side effects if hospitalization needed
  • Genetic/biomarker testing not covered under package

Recovery and follow-up

Most patients tolerate immunotherapy infusions as outpatients and can resume light activity within a day or two, though fatigue, skin rash, or flu-like symptoms are common and are monitored through regular blood tests before each cycle. CAR-T patients require a longer inpatient recovery period with close monitoring for delayed immune reactions.

Risks

Immunotherapy can trigger immune-related side effects affecting the skin, gut, lungs, liver, or endocrine glands, and rarely severe reactions like cytokine release syndrome (especially with CAR-T) that require prompt hospital management. Response to treatment varies by tumor type and biomarker status, and not all patients achieve remission.

Alternatives

Depending on the cancer type and stage, alternatives include conventional chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy, hormonal therapy, surgery, or a combination approach as advised by the tumor board.

What we need to prepare a formal estimate

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Reports required

  • Histopathology and biopsy report confirming cancer type
  • Biomarker/genetic testing results (PD-L1, HER2, MSI, EGFR, etc.)
  • Recent CT/PET-CT/MRI imaging reports
  • Complete blood count and liver/kidney function tests
  • Previous chemotherapy/radiotherapy/surgery records
  • Bone marrow biopsy report (for blood cancers)
  • Cardiac evaluation report (ECG/ECHO)
  • Discharge summaries from previous hospitalizations

Patient information needed

  • Current age, weight, and general performance status
  • Detailed cancer diagnosis with stage and biomarker status
  • History of prior treatments and response to them
  • Any known drug allergies or autoimmune conditions
  • Current medications including steroids or immunosuppressants
  • Presence of other chronic conditions (diabetes, heart or lung disease)
  • Availability of a caregiver/attendant during treatment
  • Preferred treatment start date and travel flexibility

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.

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How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Immunotherapy) and procedure (Immunotherapy) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Immunotherapy in Mumbai, 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 Immunotherapy considered for Multiple Myeloma?
Immunotherapy 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.