PET/CT Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Dr. Kumkum Vatsa is a Senior Consultant at Fortis Memorial Research Institute. She specializes in gynecological oncology and diagnostic imaging for complex female cancers.

• Performs diagnostic laparoscopy – uses small cameras to view pelvic organs directly
• Selects PET/CT for staging cervical and vaginal cancers to track tumor spread
• Conducts specialized hysteroscopy – looks inside the uterus to find abnormal growths
• Presents research on oncogynecology at national congresses for oncology and endoscopy
• Member of the Indian Association of Gynaecologists and the Indian Reproductive Society

Professor Thomas W Kraus is the Chief Physician at Nordwest Clinic and a specialist in liver and pancreatic cancer treatment. His work involves using visualization techniques to locate and treat tumors precisely.

• Trained at Johns Hopkins and Memorial Sloan-Kettering – two of the world’s leading cancer centers
• Specializes in hepatobiliary oncology – the study and treatment of liver, gallbladder, and bile duct cancers
• Uses intraoperative sonography – live ultrasound imaging performed during surgery for maximum accuracy
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons – an honor reflecting high professional standards
• Shared surgical research through 500 speeches at international medical conferences

Dr. Kabra heads the Oncological Surgery Department at Fortis Gurgaon. He specializes in surgical oncology and cancer diagnostics like PET/CT.

• Leads the department – oversees cancer care teams and surgical strategies
• Specializes in oncological surgery – treats complex tumors across various organs
• Directs surgical oncology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Dr. Mohanti is the Head of Radiation Oncology at Fortis Gurgaon. He serves as both a radiologist and oncologist for cancer care.

• Leads the radiation oncology department at a major hospital
• Integrates radiology expertise into oncologic treatment plans
• Specializes in using PET/CT for staging and monitoring cancer
• Oversees diagnostic imaging for oncology patients at Fortis

Dr. Shruti Kate heads the oncology department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. She provides expert oversight for staging cancers using PET/CT scans.

• Trained in medical oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer institution
• Solo recipient of the 2018 travel award at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Presents research globally at conferences like the WCLC in Toronto
• Active member of ASCO, the leading body for clinical oncology in America
• Specializes in solid tumors and pediatric cancers within an academic setting

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He uses PET/CT imaging to study the molecular basis of solid tumors and targeted therapies.

• Earned his DNB in Medical Oncology from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Presented stomach cancer research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium
• Delivered lectures for the International Winter School of Oncology at AIIMS Bhopal
• Specializes in precision diagnostics for lung, breast, and gynecological cancers
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Dr. Didem Tastekin is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in breast and lung cancer treatment, including stage 4 cases. Dr. Tastekin received the TUBITAK Incentive Award for her work in cancer research. She is an active member of both ESMO and ASCO.

• Awarded Best Researcher of the Year at Istanbul University Oncology Institute.
• Treats complex cases at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital.
• Coordinates oncological check-ups and screenings for both men and women.
• Expert in diagnostics including PET-MRI, tumor markers, and organ biopsies.

Dr. Arne-Joern Lemke directs the Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Center at Bremen-Mitte Clinic. He specializes in using PET/CT to track lung, breast, and ovarian cancers.

• Trained at Charité Berlin – Europe's largest university hospital
• Earned a PhD for research in merging MRI and CT data
• Uses molecular imaging for precise tumor localization and treatment planning
• Member of the medical faculty at Charité as an assistant professor
• Expert in bone scintigraphy – a scan that evaluates bone healing and activity

Dr. Raj Nagarkar has performed 50,000+ cancer surgeries. He leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre, where PET/CT imaging is vital for cancer staging.

• Trained in surgical oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer institute
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the UK
• Professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology – trains the next generation of cancer surgeons
• Contributed to 200+ clinical trials to advance modern cancer treatment protocols
• Specializes in complex tumor removals for breast, lung, and liver cancers

Dr. Sadir Alrawi is a board-certified surgical oncologist. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal, head and neck, minimally invasive, breast, and colorectal cancers. He also has expertise in heated chemoperfusion. Dr. Alrawi serves as the Director of Oncology Services at VPS Hospital system in the UAE and MENA region. He oversees several tertiary referral cancer centers.

Dr. Alrawi holds both American and British board certifications. He completed fellowships at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. He has previously led oncology divisions at Al Zahra Hospital, Tawam Hospital (a Johns Hopkins affiliate), and 21st Century Oncology in Florida. Dr. Alrawi has published widely and given many invited talks. He remains active in oncology research and education.

10,000 major surgeries performed – Dr. Banswal leads surgical oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He uses PET/CT for precise cancer staging.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic cancer surgeries to improve patient recovery
• Fellowship-trained at Tata Medical Centre – a leading institution for cancer research
• Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital
• Served as lead investigator for original research at Tata Medical Center
• Authored multiple papers in international journals on gastrointestinal oncology

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a fellow in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. He specializes in the early diagnosis and surgical treatment of oral cancers.

• Practices at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre – a top NABH-accredited oncology facility in Nashik
• Uses PET/CT imaging results to plan complex head and neck tumor resections
• Performs laryngectomy and thyroidectomy to remove cancer while focusing on organ preservation
• Published medical researcher featured in several national and international journals
• Fellowship-trained in oncology at the specialized HCG Manavata Cancer Centre

Dr. Lopez Ibor leads the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Unit at HM Montepríncipe. She uses PET/CT diagnostics to treat bone and brain tumors in children.

• Trained in pediatric oncology at the University of Maryland
• Directs specialized care for leukemias and solid childhood tumors
• Performs bone marrow transplants and advanced CAR T-cell therapy
• Earned a Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Barcelona
• Authored numerous scientific papers on improving childhood cancer survival rates