About the Doctor
Dr. Shankar Vangipuram is a highly accomplished Radiation Oncologist with over 26 years of dedicated experience in the field of cancer care. He currently practices at premier HCG Cancer Centre facilities in Mumbai, where he brings his extensive expertise in advanced radiation therapy techniques to treat a wide spectrum of malignancies. Dr. Vangipuram has held leadership positions as Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology at multiple prestigious institutions, including Shree Krishna Hospital, Geetanjali Cancer Center, and HCG Apex Cancer Center. His outstanding contributions to oncology have been recognized with the Times of India Mewar, Rajasthan Award for the Best Oncologist in 2014. He is an active member of international professional bodies such as ASTRO (American Society for Radiation Oncology) and ESTRO (European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology), ensuring that his practice remains aligned with the latest global standards. Dr. Vangipuram is committed to delivering precise, compassionate, and patient‑centered radiation therapy, and he is currently accepting new patients at both his Mumbai locations.
Education & Training
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Medical School – MBBS – University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada
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Residency – MD – Radiotherapy – Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad
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Registration – 2017/09/4335, Maharashtra Medical Council (2017)
Medical Conditions Treated
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Central Nervous System (CNS) Tumors (Brain and Spinal Cord)
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Head and Neck Cancers
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Breast Cancer
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Lung Cancer
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Prostate Cancer
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Gynecological Cancers (Cervical, Uterine, Ovarian)
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Gastrointestinal Cancers (Colorectal, Stomach, Esophageal)
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Genitourinary Cancers (Bladder, Kidney, Testicular)
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Lymphomas and Leukemias (with radiation indications)
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Soft Tissue Sarcomas
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Skin Cancers (including Melanoma)
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Bone Metastases and Palliative Radiation Cases
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Pediatric Solid Tumors
Medical Procedures Performed
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External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT) – 3D‑Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D‑CRT)
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Intensity‑Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
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Image‑Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
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Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) – for brain and CNS lesions
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Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) – for extracranial tumors
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Brachytherapy – Intracavitary and Interstitial (for cervical, prostate, breast cancers)
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Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) – RapidArc delivery
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Total Body Irradiation (TBI) – for bone marrow transplant conditioning
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Palliative Radiation – for pain relief and symptom management in advanced cancers
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Radiation Treatment Planning & Simulation – using advanced imaging (CT/MRI/PET‑CT fusion)
Services Offered
Dr. Shankar Vangipuram provides comprehensive radiation oncology services that are tailored to each patient’s specific cancer type, stage, and overall health. His practice emphasizes precision and safety, utilizing state‑of‑the‑art technology to deliver high‑dose radiation to tumors while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. He works closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, and radiologists to develop integrated treatment plans. Dr. Vangipuram offers both curative‑intent radiation and palliative care for advanced‑stage patients, ensuring symptom relief and improved quality of life. He also provides detailed counseling and education to patients and their families, helping them understand the treatment process, potential side effects, and long‑term follow‑up care.
List of Services:
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Comprehensive Radiation Therapy Planning & Delivery
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Curative and Palliative Radiation for All Cancer Types
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CNS Tumor Treatment (SRS, SBRT, Whole Brain Radiotherapy)
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Head & Neck Cancer Radiation Management
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Breast Conservation Therapy (Adjuvant & Post‑mastectomy Radiation)
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Prostate Cancer Radiation (External Beam & Brachytherapy)
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Gynecological Cancer Brachytherapy
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Image‑Guided and Intensity‑Modulated Techniques (IGRT, IMRT, VMAT)
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Multidisciplinary Cancer Case Discussions and Treatment Coordination
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Patient Education and Side‑Effect Management
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Long‑Term Survivorship and Follow‑Up Care
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Second Opinion Consultations for Complex Cases
Practice Locations
Location 1: HCG Cancer Centre – Borivali West
Address: IC Colony, Near Holy Cross Road, Borivali West, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Location 2: HCG ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre – Nariman Point
Address: Plot Number B‑504, 31 Queens Barracks, Maharshi Karve Road, Cooperage, Nariman Point, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Hospital Affiliations
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HCG Cancer Centre, Borivali West, Mumbai
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HCG ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre, Nariman Point, Mumbai
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Shree Krishna Hospital (Past – Head of Department)
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Geetanjali Cancer Center (Past – Head of Department)
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HCG Apex Cancer Center, Borivali West (Past – Head of Department)
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