Dr.ย Abhishekย Shankar
MBBS, MD Radiation Oncology, CPFP, NCI Cancer Prevention Fellow, MBA
Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology
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Abhishek Shankar
MBBS, MD Radiation Oncology, CPFP, NCI Cancer Prevention Fellow, MBA
Dr. Abhishek Shankar is an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, one of India's premier public medical institutions. A trained radiation oncologist and NCI Cancer Prevention Fellow, he is widely recognised for founding the Preventive Oncology Unit at AIIMS Delhi and for his extensive work in community-based cancer awareness across India and internationally.
With over 18 years of experience spanning clinical practice, research, and global advocacy, Dr. Shankar's work focuses on community-based cancer prevention and screening, quality of life in cancer survivors, tobacco control, cervical cancer elimination, and cancer policy in resource-limited settings. He has authored more than 141 peer-reviewed publications โ including papers in The Lancet and JCO Global Oncology โ and has accumulated over 11,000 academic citations. He serves as Secretary General of the Asian Pacific Organization for Cancer Prevention (APOCP), Editor-in-Chief of the Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Care, and Board Member and Chair of the Advocacy Committee of the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS). Dr. Shankar also founded the Pink Chain Campaign, a nationwide cancer awareness initiative that has reached over 100,000 women across India.
CancerFax can coordinate report review and consultation support for international patients seeking access to Dr. Shankar's expertise, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance.
Why Consider Dr. Abhishek Shankar?
Dr. Shankar brings a rare combination of clinical radiation oncology expertise, internationally recognised cancer prevention leadership, and a commitment to improving outcomes in underserved populations โ making him a sought-after voice in South Asian and global oncology.
Areas of Specialisation
Radiation oncology combined with an internationally recognised focus on cancer prevention, screening, and survivorship
Dr. Shankar's clinical and research work spans two complementary domains: the active treatment of cancers through radiation oncology, and the broader prevention and early detection of cancer in community settings. He is a key figure in gynaecological cancer awareness, lung cancer screening policy, tobacco control, and quality-of-life research in cancer survivors.
Radiation Oncology
Clinical management of cancers using radiotherapy, including gynaecological, lung, and head and neck malignancies.
- arrow_rightRadiotherapy planning and delivery for cervical, uterine, and ovarian cancers
- arrow_rightSurvivorship follow-up and quality-of-life assessment post-treatment
- arrow_rightRadiotherapy for lung and head and neck malignancies
- arrow_rightMultidisciplinary tumour board participation at AIIMS Delhi
Preventive Oncology & Cancer Screening
Community-based cancer prevention, early detection, and public health advocacy at national and international levels.
- arrow_rightCervical cancer screening programmes and HPV vaccination advocacy
- arrow_rightBreast and gynaecological cancer awareness campaigns across India
- arrow_rightTraining of over 200 healthcare professionals on cancer prevention from India, South East Asia, Europe, Africa, and the USA
- arrow_rightWorking group member, IARC handbook on lung cancer screening
- arrow_rightMember, IASLC Staging and Prognostic Factors Group for thoracic cancers
- arrow_rightMember, ASPIRE (Asia Pacific Policy Review and Engagement) for Lung Cancer
- arrow_rightMember, IASLC Tobacco Control and Smoking Cessation Committee
- arrow_rightResearch on tobacco-related cancer burden in resource-limited settings
Cancer Survivorship & Quality of Life
Research and clinical focus on improving the lived experience of cancer patients and survivors.
- arrow_rightPrincipal investigator on ICMR-funded project on communication strategies for cancer survivors and caregivers at AIIMS Delhi
- arrow_rightMember, MASCC Education Committee, Survivorship Study Group, and Digital Health Study Group
- arrow_rightMember, Lancet Ovarian Cancer Commission Patient Advisory Board
Procedures & Clinical Services
Radiation oncology treatment and specialist prevention services
Dr. Shankar's clinical services encompass radiation oncology treatment planning and delivery alongside structured cancer prevention, early detection, and survivorship services at AIIMS Delhi.
Radiation Oncology
Medical OncologyRadiotherapy planning and delivery for gynaecological, lung, and head and neck cancers within the AIIMS multidisciplinary oncology framework.
Cancer Prevention & Screening
DiagnosisCommunity and clinic-based cancer screening, HPV vaccination counselling, and early detection services with a focus on cervical and gynaecological cancers.
Survivorship & Supportive Care
MonitoringPost-treatment follow-up, quality-of-life monitoring, and psycho-oncology support coordination for cancer survivors.
Second Opinion
Second OpinionExpert review of gynaecological, lung, and head and neck cancer cases for patients seeking a specialist opinion from a clinician with national and international recognition.
Research & Publications
Over 141 peer-reviewed publications with 11,000+ citations across cancer prevention, lung oncology, and gynaecological cancer
Dr. Shankar is one of India's most prolific radiation oncology researchers in the fields of cancer prevention and global oncology. His publications span cervical cancer screening and elimination, lung cancer screening policy, tobacco control, cancer survivorship, and quality of life in cancer patients. He serves as Associate Editor of APJCP and SAJC, and Editor-in-Chief of APJCC.
A full publication list is available on Google Scholar and ResearchGate. Dr. Shankar has over 141 peer-reviewed publications and more than 11,000 citations.
Education & Training
Dr. Shankar completed his undergraduate and postgraduate medical training in India before undertaking specialist fellowship training in cancer prevention at the National Cancer Institute, NIH, USA. He has been part of AIIMS Delhi since 2012.
Clinical Experience
Dr. Shankar has been a faculty member at AIIMS Delhi since 2012, rising to Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology. He founded the Preventive Oncology Unit at AIIMS and the Pink Chain Campaign, and holds multiple leadership roles in national and international cancer organisations.
Languages & International
Dr. Shankar consults in the following languages.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients seeking consultation with Dr. Shankar.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients when required.
How CancerFax Helps You Access Dr. Abhishek Shankar
CancerFax is a specialist cancer patient-navigation platform. We help international patients prepare structured medical summaries, assess treatment eligibility, and connect directly with Dr. Abhishek Shankar's team โ with full coordination from initial inquiry to consultation.
Medical Report Review
Free review of your pathology results, imaging, molecular profiling, and treatment history โ prepared as a structured clinical summary for Dr. Abhishek Shankar's team.
Treatment Eligibility Screening
CancerFax screens your case for eligibility for treatments and clinical programmes available through Dr. Abhishek Shankar before you travel, so you arrive with a clear pathway.
Case Submission
We coordinate direct case submission to Dr. Abhishek Shankar's department, including all documentation required for clinical review and appointment scheduling.
Appointment & Consultation Coordination
CancerFax manages appointment scheduling with Dr. Abhishek Shankar's team, confirming availability and aligning timelines with your travel plans.
Travel, Visa & Logistics Support
We prepare visa invitation letters, provide hospital-proximity accommodation guidance, and coordinate airport transfers for international patients.
Follow-Up & Continuity of Care
After your consultation or treatment, CancerFax facilitates communication between Dr. Abhishek Shankar's team and your home oncologist for seamless post-treatment follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Abhishek Shankar
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking an expert opinion from Dr. Shankar at AIIMS Delhi, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance. Patients from outside India are encouraged to submit their reports through CancerFax for an initial review.
Dr. Shankar's clinical practice in radiation oncology covers gynaecological cancers (including cervical, uterine, and ovarian cancer), lung cancer, and head and neck cancers. His preventive oncology work focuses particularly on cervical cancer screening and elimination, lung cancer early detection, and community-based cancer awareness across India and South East Asia.
Submit your medical reports through CancerFax. The CancerFax team will review the documents, prepare the case for submission, and coordinate the next steps with the hospital or doctor's office, subject to availability at AIIMS Delhi.
A second-opinion request can be submitted through CancerFax with the patient's pathology reports, imaging, treatment history, and relevant test results. Dr. Shankar can provide specialist input on radiotherapy planning, gynaecological cancer management, and lung cancer screening decisions. The final consultation format and availability depend on the doctor's schedule at AIIMS Delhi.
Dr. Shankar received the 2021 Dicey Scroggins Distinguished Advocate Award from the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) for outstanding work in cancer awareness, training, and advocacy across India and internationally. He is also an IASLC Global Mentorship Fellow and the recipient of multiple national and international awards for his contributions to cancer prevention and public health.
Dr. Shankar founded the Preventive Oncology Unit at AIIMS Delhi โ the first such unit at the institution โ which provides structured cancer prevention, screening, and survivorship services. He has trained over 200 healthcare professionals from India and abroad on cancer prevention and control, and leads the Pink Chain Campaign, a nationwide female cancer awareness initiative that has reached more than 100,000 women.
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