Dr. Shishir Seth is a highly regarded Hematologist and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) specialist with over 20 years of clinical expertise. Currently serving at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, he is recognized for his technical proficiency in managing a wide array of malignant and benign blood disorders. Dr. Seth has successfully performed over hundreds of bone marrow transplants, specializing in high-complexity procedures for patients who require life-saving interventions for leukemia, lymphoma, and various bone marrow failure syndromes.
Dr. Shishir Seth is celebrated for his meticulous approach to transplant immunology and his ability to navigate the complexities of high-risk hematological cases.
- Extensive Clinical Foundation: With nearly two decades in the field, Dr. Seth has developed a deep understanding of the physiological challenges involved in treating blood-related malignancies. His practice at Apollo Delhi is characterized by a high success rate in both autologous and allogeneic transplantations.
- Versatile Transplant Expert: He is one of the few consultants adept at treating both adult and pediatric patients. This versatility is particularly valuable for international families seeking a single, highly qualified specialist to manage complex family-based donor cases.
- Focus on Benign & Malignant Conditions: While he is a leader in treating blood cancers, he is equally renowned for his work in curing benign conditions like Thalassemia Major and Aplastic Anemia, providing a comprehensive solution for patients with diverse hematological needs.
- Patient-Centric Outcomes: Dr. Seth is known for his commitment to post-transplant care, focusing on the management of Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD) and long-term recovery, ensuring that international patients can return home with the highest chance of a disease-free life.
Dr. Seth provides a full spectrum of care for the hematopoietic system, utilizing the latest protocols in chemotherapy and stem cell science.
Conditions & Diseases Treated:
- Blood Cancers: Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), and Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML).
- Lymphomas & Myeloma: Hodgkin’s and Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, and Multiple Myeloma.
- Bone Marrow Failure: Severe Aplastic Anemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS).
- Hemoglobinopathies: Thalassemia Major and Sickle Cell Disease.
- Bleeding Disorders: Comprehensive management of ITP and other platelet-related issues.
Specialized Interventional Procedures:
- Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant: Utilizing the patient’s own stem cells to treat myeloma and lymphomas.
- Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplant: High-precision transplants using sibling or unrelated matched donors.
- Haploidentical Transplant: Advanced “half-matched” transplants for patients without a perfect donor match.
- Stem Cell Harvesting: Precision apheresis for collecting peripheral blood stem cells.
- Advanced Chemotherapy: Tailored conditioning regimens for aggressive blood cancers.
Dr. Seth has held key clinical and research positions at some of the most respected medical institutions:
- Consultant (Hemato-Oncology & BMT): Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (Current).
- Consultant: Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre, New Delhi.
- Fellow (Leukemia & BMT): Vancouver General Hospital, British Columbia, Canada.
- Senior Resident: Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
- Consultant: Moolchand Hospital, New Delhi.
Awards & Notable Achievements
- 150+ Successful BMTs: Has performed a vast number of transplants, with a significant 40% being complex Allogeneic procedures.
- 300+ Induction Therapies: Exceptional experience in managing the critical first phase of treatment for Acute Leukemia patients.
- Research Pioneer: Principal investigator for major clinical trials, including studies on Bendamustine and Rituximab for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- Published Scholar: Authored numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals on topics ranging from pediatric leukemia to small intestinal lymphoma.
Dr. Seth’s academic background is rooted in the highest tier of medical training:
- Fellowship in Leukemia & BMT: Vancouver General Hospital, University of British Columbia, Canada.
- DM (Clinical Hematology): Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
- MD (Pathology): Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
- MBBS: LLRM Medical College, Meerut.
- Memberships: Life Member of the Indian Society of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine (ISHTM); Member of ASCO and ASH.
