About Dr. Akash Shah
Dr. Akash Shah is a medical oncologist based in Ahmedabad with more than 14 years of specialist experience. He is associated with Apollo Hospitals International Limited, where he provides medical oncology care for adults with solid tumors and blood-related cancers. His work includes evaluating cancer diagnoses, discussing treatment options, and providing medication-based cancer treatment.
Dr. Shah completed his MBBS from Baroda Medical College in 2005, followed by an MD in General Medicine from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College in 2010. He then completed his DM in Medical Oncology from the Cancer Institute, Adyar, Chennai, in 2014.
His professional interests include precision oncology, solid tumors, pediatric malignancies, and hemato-oncology. His clinical practice also includes chemotherapy, immunotherapy, hormonal treatment, and supportive cancer care.
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Focus Areas
- Medical oncology
- Solid tumors
- Breast cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Gastrointestinal cancers
- Prostate cancer
- Hematological malignancies
- Lymphomas
- Leukemias
- Pediatric malignancies
- Precision oncology
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormone therapy
Patients can learn more about cancer treatment through the National Cancer Institute. The National Cancer Institute also provides patient information about chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
Specialties And Medical Oncology Approach
Medical oncology focuses on the use of medicines and systemic treatments to manage cancer. Depending on the type and stage of cancer, treatment may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted treatment, hormonal therapy, or combinations of different approaches.
Dr. Shah’s professional profile identifies adult solid cancers, intrathecal chemotherapy, and intraperitoneal chemotherapy delivery among his areas of expertise. His broader specialist interests include precision oncology, pediatric malignancies, and hemato-oncology.
Treatment decisions are generally based on the cancer type, stage, pathology and molecular findings where relevant, previous treatment, overall health, and the patient’s individual circumstances.
Solid Tumor And Cancer Care
Solid tumors can develop in many different organs, including the breast, colon, stomach, lung, prostate, and other parts of the body. Each cancer can behave differently, so treatment needs to be based on the specific diagnosis rather than simply the location of the tumor.
Dr. Shah’s practice includes adult solid tumors, with his professional profile listing breast, colorectal, gastrointestinal, prostate, brain, head and neck, and other cancers among the conditions managed within his oncology practice.
His interest in precision oncology is particularly relevant to modern cancer treatment, where information from pathology and molecular testing may help physicians identify treatments that are appropriate for particular tumor characteristics.
Hemato-Oncology And Systemic Treatment
Medical oncology also includes cancers affecting the blood and lymphatic systems. These can include leukemias, lymphomas, and other hematological malignancies.
Dr. Shah has a stated professional interest in hemato-oncology and provides medical treatment for selected blood cancers. His listed services include chemotherapy for hematological malignancies and other systemic cancer treatments.
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve chemotherapy, targeted medicines, immunotherapy, hormonal treatment, or other specialized approaches. The choice depends on the specific cancer and information obtained through diagnostic testing.
Precision Oncology And Treatment Planning
Precision oncology aims to use information about a patient’s cancer, including relevant molecular or genetic characteristics, to help guide treatment decisions. It does not mean that every patient will require extensive genetic testing or that one treatment will work for every tumor.
Dr. Shah lists precision oncology in solid tumors among his special interests. His training in medical oncology provides a foundation for evaluating pathology, clinical findings, and other diagnostic information when developing a treatment plan.
Cancer treatment can involve several specialists. Medical oncologists may work alongside surgeons, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals when a patient’s treatment requires multiple forms of care.
Patient Care And Communication
A cancer diagnosis can create many questions about treatment, prognosis, side effects, and what happens next. A medical oncology consultation gives patients an opportunity to review the diagnosis and understand which treatment approaches may be appropriate.
Dr. Shah’s professional profile describes his practice as providing comprehensive cancer care with treatment plans tailored to individual patient circumstances. He communicates in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, allowing him to provide consultations to patients across different language backgrounds.
Patients attending an oncology consultation can bring pathology reports, imaging results, previous treatment records, medication lists, and other relevant medical documents. These records can help the oncologist understand the complete treatment history before recommending the next step.
Professional Experience
Dr. Shah has worked as a consultant in medical oncology at Apollo Hospitals since 2014. His professional experience includes cancer treatment, specialist oncology consultations, and teaching responsibilities as a DrNB teacher. He previously worked as a registrar in oncology at the Cancer Institute, Adyar.
His current professional interests include precision oncology in solid tumors, pediatric malignancies, and hemato-oncology. His work therefore covers both common solid cancers and more specialized oncology conditions.
Credentials And Education
Dr. Akash Shah completed his MBBS from Baroda Medical College in 2005. He completed his MD in General Medicine from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College in 2010 and subsequently obtained his DM in Medical Oncology from Adyar Cancer Institute, Chennai, in 2014.
His medical oncology training provides specialist preparation for diagnosing and treating cancer with systemic therapies. His professional registration is listed as G-22015.
Clinic And Appointment Information
Dr. Akash Shah currently practices at Apollo Hospitals International Limited, Ahmedabad, located at Plot No. 1A, Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar Road, GIDC Bhat Estate, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382428. Apollo’s current profile lists consultations from Monday through Saturday, 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Patients should contact Apollo Hospitals directly to confirm the latest consultation schedule, fees, appointment availability, insurance arrangements, and services before visiting.
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