Dr. Rahul Naithani is a globally acclaimed Clinical Hematologist and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) specialist with over 22 years of clinical mastery. Currently leading the BMT and Hematology department at Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, he is recognized for his profound expertise in treating both adult and pediatric blood cancers. An alumnus of AIIMS, New Delhi, and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh), Dr. Naithani has successfully performed over 650 bone marrow transplants, specializing in high-stakes procedures like Haploidentical (Half-Matched) transplants for patients who lack a full donor match.
Dr. Rahul Naithani is celebrated for integrating cutting-edge research with compassionate, patient-centered clinical protocols.
- Elite National & International Foundation: He completed his super-specialization (DM in Clinical Hematology) at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He further refined his expertise through advanced fellowships at the world-renowned Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), Toronto, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, USA.
- Pioneer of Program Building: Before joining Artemis, Dr. Naithani was instrumental in establishing and leading the Hematology and BMT program at Max Healthcare, proving his ability to manage high-volume, complex clinical units with world-class outcomes.
- Master of Half-Matched (Haplo) Transplants: He is a leading authority on Haploidentical Stem Cell Transplantation, a vital technology that allows parents or siblings to act as donors for patients who cannot find a 100% HLA match in international registries.
- Academic & Research Leadership: He serves as the Executive Editor of the Indian Journal of Hematology & Blood Transfusion and has authored over 140 research articles in prestigious medical journals, ensuring his patients receive the benefit of the latest scientific discoveries.
Dr. Naithani provides a comprehensive spectrum of care for both malignant (cancerous) and benign blood conditions in children and adults.
Conditions & Diseases Treated:
- Blood Cancers: Acute & Chronic Leukemia (ALL, AML, CML), Lymphoma, and Multiple Myeloma.
- Bone Marrow Failure: Aplastic Anemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Fanconi Anemia.
- Hemoglobinopathies: Thalassemia Major and Sickle Cell Anemia.
- Bleeding Disorders: Hemophilia and Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP).
- Rare Disorders: Primary Immunodeficiencies and metabolic disorders requiring BMT.
Specialized Interventional Procedures:
- Haploidentical (Half-Match) BMT: Utilizing advanced T-cell depletion to safely use partially matched family donors.
- Allogeneic & Autologous BMT: Full-spectrum stem cell replacement for oncology and benign disorders.
- Conditioning Regimens: Expert management of chemotherapy and immunotherapy prior to transplant.
- Chelation Therapy: Long-term management of iron overload for Thalassemia patients.
- Blood & Platelet Disorders: Advanced management of WBC and platelet anomalies.
Dr. Naithani has been instrumental in building and leading top-tier BMT units across Northern India:
- Director & Head (BMT): Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket (Current).
- Head of Hematology & BMT: Artemis Hospital, Gurugram (former role where he established the BMT program).
- Assistant Professor: Max Healthcare and various teaching roles at AIIMS, New Delhi.
- International Clinical Observer: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, USA.
Awards & Recognitions
- Meena Dhamija Award: Conferred by the Association of Physicians of India for his outstanding contributions to internal medicine and hematology.
- Sushruta Award: Recognized for his exceptional service and excellence in the field of clinical hematology.
- Academic Leader: Authored over 50 research papers in international medical journals and is a regular reviewer for the Indian Journal of Pediatrics.
- Global Speaker: Frequently invited to share his expertise on Haploidentical BMT at international oncology conferences.
Dr. Naithani’s training is rooted in the highest standards of Indian and international medicine:
- DM (Clinical Hematology): All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
- MD (Medicine): Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi.
- MBBS: University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS), New Delhi.
- Fellowship: Specialized training in Pediatric Hematology and BMT at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), Toronto, Canada.
