Dr Rajasundaram

Dr Rajasundaram

Surgical Oncologist

Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer

Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai

MBBS, MS, MCH, DNB, FAIS, FAMS

Chennai

“Committed to delivering advanced, evidence-based cancer care with compassion.” — Dr Rajasundaram

Best oncologist in Chennai for Surgical Oncologist

Dr Rajasundaram laid the foundation for the establishment of Sundaram Cancer Centre in Chennai, India, which provides comprehensive treatment and care for cancer patients at affordable prices. He has acquired a huge amount of experience in traditional and laparoscopic cancer surgeries, having successfully conducted more than 15, 000 cancer surgeries of various complexities. With an experience of nearly 30 years, Dr Rajasundaram in Chennai has handled multiple surgeries with varying severities like laparoscopic GI & gynaec-onco surgeries, Head & Neck cancer surgeries with micro vascular reconstruction and avant garde breast cancer surgeries which include sentinel lymph node biopsy, onco-plastic reconstruction. He is also well known for performing complex thyroid surgeries. He is considered by many a pioneer in breast cancer surgery, having done more than 5, 000 breast cancer surgeries.

Information

Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai

Education

FAMS – Fellow of Association of Minimal Access Surgery 2007 GEM Hospital, Coimbatore
FAIS – Fellow of Association of Surgeons of India 2005
MCh – Cancer Institute (WIA) [Gold Medalist] 1998-2000 Dr Muthulakshmi College of Oncological Sciences, Dr MGR Medical University
DNB (General Surgery) 1997 National Board of Examination, New Delhi
MS (General Surgery) 1994-1997 Madras Medical College, University of Madras
MBBS 1986-1991 Madras Medical College, University of Madras
Post Graduate Trainee – Surgical Oncology March 1998 - Feb 2000 Cancer Institute (WIA) , Dr MGR Medical University
Special Trainee – Vascular Surgery Aug 1997 - Jan 1998 Government General Hospital
Post MS Registrar – General Surgery May 1997 - July 1997 Government General Hospital
Post Graduate Trainee April 1994 - March 1997 Department of Surgery, Government General Hospital
Senior House Officer Feb 1992 - March 1994 Sri Ramana Surgical Clinic, Under ProfNRangabashyam, PhD,FRCS,Surgical Gastroentrologist
Special Trainee (SHO) Oct 1992 - Feb 1994 Department of Surgery, Government General Hospital
Special Trainee (SHO) April 1992 - Sep 1992 Casualty and Trauma, Government General Hospital

Experience

Gleneagles Global Institute of Oncology June 2016 - Present Director and Head
Sundaram Cancer Centre April 2014 - Present Director
SRM Institutes for Medical Sciences April 2014 – June 2016 Director
Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology at Apollo Hospitals March 2002 – March 2014

Areas of interest

Breast Cancer
Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Gynecological cancer

Memberships

Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
Indian Medical Association (IMA) (IMA)
Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)
Association of Radiation Oncologist of India (AROI)
European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
Obstetric and Gynaecological Society of Southern India (OGSSI)

Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Raja Sundaram was awarded with gold medal in his university.
Has delivered more than 200 guest lectures in national and international level and has many publications in reputed journals
He has conducted innumerable awareness programmes in the state, and has been an external examiner at Higher speciality (M.Ch.,) exams for the past 5 years

Common Questions & Answers

Quick answers about Dr Rajasundaram, expertise, fees and booking.

01 Who is Dr Rajasundaram?

Dr Rajasundaram is a Surgical Oncologist with 21+ years of experience. Educational qualifications include MBBS, MS, MCH, DNB, FAIS, FAMS. Areas of interest include Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer,Head and Neck Cancer,Gynecological cancer.

02 Where does Dr Rajasundaram practice?

Dr Rajasundaram practices at Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai, Chennai.

03 Why do patients visit Dr Rajasundaram?

Patients frequently visit Dr Rajasundaram for Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer,Head and Neck Cancer,Gynecological cancer.

04 What are Dr Rajasundaram's consultation fees?

Consultation fees for Dr Rajasundaram are ₹1,000 for an in-hospital visit and ₹1,000 for video consultation.

05 Is video consultation available?

Yes. Video consultation is available with Dr Rajasundaram. Choose Video Consultation in the booking panel and pick a slot.

06 How can I book an appointment with Dr Rajasundaram?

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