About Dr. Poonam Patil

• Dr. Poonam Patil is an accomplished and widely respected Medical Oncologist, Immunotherapist & Precision Medicine Specialist with over 37 years of experience in comprehensive cancer care.
• Her clinical excellence and leadership in oncology have positioned her among the most trusted names in cancer treatment in India.
• Her areas of specialisation include the medical management of solid organ malignancies, particularly gynaecological and women’s cancers, breast cancer, lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, and head & neck malignancies.
• She is also skilled in the integration of chemotherapy with biological and precision medicine approaches, bringing cutting-edge science into patient care.
• A graduate of Sawai Mansingh Medical College (SMS), Jaipur, Dr. Poonam completed her MBBS (1988) and MD in Pediatrics (1991) before pursuing her DM in Oncology from Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore (1999).
• Her academic and clinical training provided her with a comprehensive understanding of both adult and paediatric oncology.
• Her expertise lies in designing individualised cancer treatment plans that incorporate chemotherapy, targeted therapies, molecular oncology, and immunotherapy to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Beyond clinical excellence, Dr. Poonam is a dedicated cancer researcher and educator.
• Dr. Poonam has contributed to more than 20 publications in reputed national and international journals and currently serves as a Principal Investigator for multiple national and global oncology clinical trials.
• Her insights into cancer care have been featured in prominent media outlets, including The Times of India, Asianet Newsable, News18, and Happiest Health, where she discusses innovations in oncology and patient-centred treatment.
• A passionate advocate for women’s cancer awareness and early detection, Dr. Patil regularly conducts cancer awareness lectures, screening drives, and preventive health sessions across India.
• Dr. Poonam frequently collaborates with corporate organisations and public health initiatives, promoting education on breast, cervical, and ovarian cancers, as well as other non-communicable diseases.
• She is an active contributor to the Government of India’s “Training the Trainers” program focused on non-communicable disease prevention and cancer awareness.
• Dr. Poonam is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), Indian Cooperative Oncology Network (ICON), and Immuno-Oncology Society of India, among others.
• Her distinguished career blends advanced medical knowledge with a deeply empathetic patient-first philosophy, earning her a reputation as one of Bangalore’s most respected oncologists.