Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala, Senior Consultant, Radiation Oncologist, CION Cancer Clinics
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10+
years of experience
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MBBS, MD (Radiation Oncology), MPH
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Free consultation
Call 1800 202 8726 or book online
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Speaks 3 languages
Telugu, Hindi, English
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Across CION centres
2 PM – 5 PM
About Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala
Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala is a Senior Consultant in Radiation Oncology at CION Cancer Clinics.
He completed his MBBS from Rangaraya Medical College, Andhra Pradesh, and MD in Radiation Oncology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. He further trained through senior residencies at MNJ Institute of Oncology & RCC, Hyderabad, and KIMS Hospital, Hyderabad. Internationally, he pursued advanced training in modern radiotherapy techniques at Emory University, Atlanta, and completed Masters in Public Health and Clinical Research Administration in the USA. He also specialized in Data Management in Clinical Trials and Special Studies at Johns Hopkins University, Maryland, USA. With his extensive national and international training, Dr. Vajrala brings expertise in cutting-edge radiation therapies and evidence-based cancer care.
Where he trained
MBBS, MD (Radiation Oncology), MPH
10+
years of experience
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MBBS
Rangaraya Medical College, AP, India
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MD Radiation Oncology
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, KA
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Senior Residency
MNJIO & RCC, Hyderabad, TS
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Senior Residency
KIMS Hospital, Hyderabad, TS
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Modern techniques of Radiotherapy
Emory University Atlanta, USA
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Masters in Public Health, USA
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Clinical Research Administration, USA
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Data Management in Clinical Trials and Special studies
Johns Hopkins University, MD, USA
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2016
ePoster presentation on ‘‘Dosimetric Study of Subvolumes of Salivary Glands Using 3DCRT, IMRT & RapidArc Techniques – A Pilot Study’’ at 37th Annual Conference of Association of Medical Physicists of India (AMPICON-2016) held at Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Secunderabad, TS, India 11/2016
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2015
Oral Presentation on “Hypofractionation in Breast Cancer - Evidence” in the “Twin State Oncology Meet - II” conducted at the MNJIO & RCC, Hyderabad, India 04/2015
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2014
Vajrala G, Jain PK, Surana S, Madigubba S, Immaneni S, Panigrahi MK, Atypical neurocytoma – dilemma in diagnosis and management, Surg Neurol Int, 2014; 5:183. Available FREE in open access from:
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2014
Jain PK, Vajrala G, Tumor lysis syndrome – an overview and current perspective, J Med Sci Res, 2014; 2(2), 109-112.
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2014
Vajrala G, Jain PK, Surana S, Fernandes DJ, Generalized vitiligo post radiotherapy in a breast cancer patient. J Cancer Res Ther, 2014; 10(2), 365-7. (doi: 10.4103/0973-1482.136659)
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2014
Vajrala G, Anand AK, Rajamoni N, Jain PK, Netula G, Rao MN, Scrotal irradiation in prone position, J Cancer Res Ther, 2014; 10(6), 17-72
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2014
Rajamoni N, More BN, Vajrala G, Aspsingi S, Kasha S, Role of adjuvant radiotherapy in myositis ossificans: Case series and literature review, J Cancer Res Ther, 2014; 10(6), 17-72
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2014
Poster presentation on ‘‘Scrotal irradiation in prone position’’ at 36th Annual Conference of Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROICON-2014) held at Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal, Manipur, India 11/2014
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2014
Poster presentation on ‘‘Role of adjuvant radiotherapy in myositis ossificans: case series & literature review’’ at 36th Annual Conference of AROICON-2014 held at Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal, Manipur, India 11/2014
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2013
Oral Presentation on review of ‘‘RTOG 9910: Phase III Trial to Evaluate the Duration of Neoadjuvant Total Androgen Suppression and Radiation Therapy in Intermediate-Risk Prostate Cancer by Thomas Pisansky et al’’ in the “Twin City Oncology Meet -2013” 12/2013
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2012
Poster presentation on ‘‘Vitiligo after radiotherapy of breast cancer in woman without past history’’ at 33rd National Conference of Association of Medical Physicists of India (AMPICON 2012) held at Mangalore, India 11/2012
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2013
G. Vajrala. Definitive management of thoracic esophageal cancer using chemoradiotherapy or radiotherapy alone – our experience at KMC, Manipal. MD. Thesis, Faculty of Radiotherapy, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India. (2013).
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2011
Korupolu R, Gifford JM, Zanni JM, Truong A, Vajrala G, Lepre S, Needham DM, Esquinas AM (ed)., Early Mobilization in the Intensive Care Unit: Safety, Feasibility, and Benefits In: Applied Technologies in Pulmonary Medicine. Basel, Karger, 2011, pp 192–196 (doi: 10.1159/000322775)
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2006
Reddymasu, S.C., Bellamkonda, P. and Vajrala, G., 2006, September. Is serum lipase elevated in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis without pancreatitis?. In AMERICAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY (Vol. 101, No. 9, pp. S122-S122). 75 VARICK ST, 9TH FLR, NEW YORK, NY 10013-1917 USA: NATURE PUBLISHING GROUP.
Videos with Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala
Areas of expertise
Radiation Oncologist
- Head & Neck Cancers
- Breast Cancer
- Gynecological Malignancies
- Thoracic & GI Cancer
Services offered
- USMLE - ECFMG Certified (2004)
- Team recognition award and Praise Card at LSUHSC, USA (2006)
- University Fellowship and Scholarship EMU, USA (2008)
- National Board of Public Health Examiners Certified, USA (2008)
- Certificate Essentials of Palliative Care, IAPC (2014)
Before you visit
Be ready for your free consultation.
Meet him
He goes through your reports and scans with you.
Hear your options
He explains the treatment options that could suit you.
Next steps
More tests or a tumour-board review, if needed.
What to bring
- All your reports and doctors’ letters
- Scan CDs or films (CT, MRI, PET-CT), if any
- Biopsy report, and the slides or wax blocks if you have them
- Discharge summaries from earlier treatment
- A list of the medicines you take now
Bring a family member if you can.
Book your free consultation
We call you back to fix the centre and time.
Want a second opinion on your reports? Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala can review your reports and scans and explain your options.
Request a second opinionWritten and reviewed by Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala
Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala has written 2 and medically reviewed 179 pages on this website.
Radiation therapy
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- 4D-CT and Respiratory Gating: Tumours That Move
- AI in Radiation Planning: Auto-Contouring Explained
- Anal Cancer Chemoradiation: Avoiding a Stoma
- Are Repeated Scans in Cancer Follow-Up Harmful?
- Arm and Shoulder Exercises During Breast Radiation
- Bad Breath During Radiation Therapy: What Helps
- Bone Scan Flare After Radiation Explained
- Bra During Breast Radiation: What to Wear and Avoid
- Brachytherapy Implant Safety Precautions
- Breast Radiation, Fertility & Breastfeeding
- Breast Swelling After Radiation Therapy
- Can I Breastfeed During Radiation Therapy?
Pediatric cancer
2
Pediatric cancer (Telugu)
2
Anal cancer
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Nasal cancer
1
Penile cancer
1
Common questions
Is the consultation with Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala free?
Yes. Appointments at CION are free. To book, call 1800 202 8726 or leave your number on this page.
Which languages does Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala speak?
He consults in Telugu, Hindi and English.
What does Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala specialise in?
Radiation Oncologist. Areas of expertise: Head & Neck Cancers, Breast Cancer, Gynecological Malignancies, Thoracic & GI Cancer.
What are Dr. Gangadhar Vajrala's qualifications?
MBBS, MD (Radiation Oncology), MPH
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