Dr. Tejinder Kataria

Radiation Oncology & Robotic Radiosurgery

  • Experience: 38 Years
  • Hospital: Medanta – The Medicity
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Chairperson – Radiation Oncology, Cancer Care

Dr. Tejinder Kataria is a legendary figure in Radiation Oncology, credited with transforming the landscape of cancer treatment in India. With nearly 40 years of clinical excellence, she has been a pioneer in introducing the world’s most advanced radiotherapy technologies to the Indian subcontinent. Her expertise in targeted precision radiation ensures that cancer cells are destroyed with sub-millimeter accuracy while sparing the surrounding healthy tissue.

Dr. Tejinder Kataria is recognized globally as a thought leader in oncological sciences. Her career is defined by a series of “firsts” that have set new benchmarks for cancer care in India.

  • Technological Pioneer: She is credited with introducing India’s first Infinity Linear Accelerator with VMAT (Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy) and North India’s first Integrated Brachytherapy Unit. These technologies have revolutionized the speed and precision of radiation delivery.
  • Elite Global Training: Her academic pedigree includes prestigious fellowships at the University of Cambridge (UK), University of Leeds (UK), and Harvard Medical School (USA). She holds a CCST in Clinical Oncology from the British Institute of Radiology, aligning her practice with the highest Western safety standards.
  • National Policy Maker: Dr. Kataria has served on the Task Force Committee for the National Cancer Control Programme under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, helping shape the future of oncology infrastructure in India.
  • Holistic Philosophy: She is a strong advocate for “Team Medicine,” ensuring that radiation therapy is seamlessly integrated with surgical and medical oncology, while providing emotional and nutritional support for the patient.

Dr. Kataria specializes in the non-invasive management of both malignant and benign tumors using high-energy radiation.

Conditions & Diseases Treated:

  • Neuro-Oncology: Brain tumors (Gliomas, Meningiomas) and vascular malformations.
  • Breast Cancer: Utilizing heart-sparing and breast-conserving radiation techniques.
  • Head & Neck Cancers: Cancers of the oral cavity, larynx, and thyroid.
  • Thoracic & Lung Cancers: High-precision targeting of lung nodules and thymomas.
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers: Cancers of the esophagus, stomach, liver, and pancreas.
  • Paediatric Oncology: Specialized, low-impact radiation protocols for children.

Advanced Radiation Procedures:

  • VMAT (Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy): Rapid radiation delivery that significantly reduces treatment time.
  • SRS & SBRT: Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy for “knife-less” tumor destruction.
  • Image-Guided Brachytherapy: Internal radiation specifically for prostate and cervical cancers.
  • Total Body Irradiation (TBI): Critical preparation for patients undergoing Bone Marrow Transplants.
  • CyberKnife & Gamma Knife: Robotic radiosurgery for complex brain and spinal tumors.
  • Total Skin Electron Therapy (TSET): Specialized treatment for skin-related malignancies.
  • Chairperson: Division of Radiation Oncology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram (2009–Present).
  • Head of Department: Radiation Oncology, Artemis Health Institute, Gurugram (2007–2009).
  • Founder & Senior Consultant: Department of Radiation Oncology, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, New Delhi (1996–2007).
  • Associate Professor: Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi.
  • Assistant Professor: PGIMER, Chandigarh.
  • MBBS: Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla.
  • MD (Radiotherapy): Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh.
  • DNB (Radiotherapy): National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
  • CCST (Clinical Oncology): British Institute of Radiology, UK.
  • Fellowships: University of Leeds (UK), University of Cambridge (UK), and Sunnybrook Cancer Centre (Canada).

Hospital

Medanta Medcity

Medanta – The Medicity

Delhi-NCR

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