Paras Hospitals Appoints Dr (Col) R. Ranga Rao as Chairman of its Gurugram Cancer Centre

Paras Hospitals, a leading multispecialty hospital chain, appoints Dr. (Col) R. Ranga Rao, who is a recipient of 'Vishisht Seva Medal' by the President of India for his meritorious and distinguished service rendered in armed forces & one of the top medical oncologists with specialty in lung, breast, ovarian, and cervical cancer, as the chairman of its cancer center in Gurugram. Dr. (Col) Rao brings with him an experience of over 30 years in the field of Medical Oncology, having treated over two Lakh patients across the globe.

Prior to joining Paras Hospitals, he has worked with many premier institutes including Max super specialty hospital, BLK super specialty hospital, Artemis hospital, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, R & R Hospital to list a few. Dr (Col) Rao is a specialist in Lung Cancer, Pleura, Breast, Ovarian, Cervical, Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine, Colon, Rectum, Liver, Gall Bladder, Pancreas, Sarcomas, Melanomas, Lymphomas, Brain Tumors, Kidney, Urinary Bladder, Prostrate, Head, and Neck Cancer. Besides this, he is skilled in Chemotherapy, Targeted therapy, Hormonal therapy, Immunotherapy, Supportive & Palliative Care and Precision Cancer care. He is also an

It is essential to spread the spirit of prevention early so that we can save numerous lives and families from the burden of disease that has gripped India in its strong clutches

active member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), Indian Society of Medical and Pediatric Oncology (ISMPO) among others.

Commenting on this appointment, Dr. Sameer Kulkarni, Facility Director, Paras Hospital, says, "We extend our warm welcome to Dr (Col) Ranga Rao to the Paras family with an emphasis on specialized cancer clinics. He is a veteran in the field of oncology and has an enviable record. The wealth of knowledge and the range of expertise he brings will be beneficial to those who come here for treatment."

"I am enthused by the opportunity extended by Paras Hospitals and will offer the best of my efforts. We shall be organizing cancer awareness and check up to enable prevention and early diagnosis. It is essential to spread the spirit of prevention early so that we can save numerous lives and families from the burden of disease that has gripped India in its strong clutches," concludes Dr (Col) Rao.