Dr. Harish Kumar K
Senior Consultant Specialist · Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospital, Greams Road Chennai• View Hospital★ Thoracic Brachytherapy14+ Yrs. Experience
MBBSMD (Radiotherapy)Fellowship in SBRT/SRT
Quick Facts
- Department
- Thoracic Brachytherapy
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MD (Radiotherapy), Fellowship in SBRT/SRT
- Experience
- 14+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Harish Kumar K
Dr. Harish Kumar K is a Radiation Oncologist affiliated with Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram, and IOG Hospital, Egmore, Chennai, with 13-17 years of experience in radiotherapy for cancer treatment. His core specialities include IMRT, IGRT, and stereotactic radiotherapy techniques such as SBRT and SRS/SRT, and he holds a Fellowship in SBRT/SRT from West Cancer Center, USA. He treats patients requiring head and neck brachytherapy, soft tissue sarcoma brachytherapy, and thoracic brachytherapy, using advanced image-guided precision radiotherapy techniques. Dr. Harish Kumar completed his MBBS from Vinayaka Mission Medical College, affiliated with Pondicherry University, in 2008, and his MD in Radiotherapy from Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University at the Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, in 2014. His specialised training in stereotactic radiotherapy at a leading US cancer centre reflects his focus on high-precision, technology-driven cancer treatment for complex tumour cases.
Education & Qualifications
MBBS — Vinayaka Mission Medical College, Pondicherry University (2008)
MD (Radiotherapy) — Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar (2014)
Fellowship in SBRT/SRT — West Cancer Center, USA
Clinical Career Timeline
Radiation Oncologist — Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram, Chennai
Radiation Oncologist — IOG Hospital, Egmore, Chennai
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Fellowship in SBRT/SRT from West Cancer Center, USA — specialised international training in stereotactic radiotherapy
Focused specifically on high-precision, technology-driven radiotherapy for complex tumour cases
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Thoracic Brachytherapy
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Core Speciality
Head & Neck Brachytherapy
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Core Speciality
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS/SRT)
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Core Speciality
IMRT & IGRT
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures3 Procedures
Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries3 Procedures
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS/SRT)Head & Neck and soft tissue sarcoma brachytherapyThoracic brachytherapy
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Greams Road Chennai
21, Greams Lane, Off Greams Road Chennai Tamil Nadu 600006 India
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What to Expect: Oncology & Cancer Care
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robotic Radical Prostatectomy / Hysterectomy | $55,000 US/UK | $6,500 – $9,200 in India | 84% Less |
| Modified Radical Mastectomy with Reconstruction | $38,000 US/UK | $4,500 – $6,800 in India | 84% Less |
| CyberKnife / Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Complete) | $42,000 US/UK | $5,500 – $7,500 in India | 83% Less |
| Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) | $80,000 US/UK | $8,500 – $12,000 in India | 86% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Harish Kumar K provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Harish Kumar K specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in radiation oncology, including IMRT, IGRT, and stereotactic techniques such as SBRT and SRS/SRT.
2Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Harish Kumar have?
Ans: He has 13-17 years of experience in radiation oncology.
3Q: Where did Dr. Harish Kumar train in stereotactic radiotherapy?
Ans: He completed a Fellowship in SBRT/SRT at West Cancer Center, USA.
4Q: Does Dr. Harish Kumar perform brachytherapy?
Ans: Yes, he performs head & neck, soft tissue sarcoma, and thoracic brachytherapy.
5Q: Where does Dr. Harish Kumar practice?
Ans: He currently practises at Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram, and IOG Hospital, Egmore, Chennai.