Dr.Β SameerΒ Bakhshi
MBBS, MD, Fellowship in Haematology and Oncology
Professor and Head, Department of Medical Oncology
corporate_fareDr. B.R.A. Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, AIIMS, New Delhi
Sameer Bakhshi
MBBS, MD, Fellowship in Haematology and Oncology
Dr. Sameer Bakhshi is Professor and Head of the Department of Medical Oncology at Dr. B.R.A. Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He is one of India's most respected academic oncologists, with over two decades of continuous faculty experience at AIIMS focused on paediatric oncology and haematologic malignancies.
Dr. Bakhshi completed his MBBS from JIPMER, Puducherry in 1992 β where he was adjudged Best Outgoing Student β followed by an MD from AIIMS, New Delhi in 1995, and a Fellowship in Haematology and Oncology at Wayne State University, Detroit, USA in 2002. He joined AIIMS as faculty in 2002 and has since built a distinguished career in leukaemia, lymphoma, bone and soft tissue sarcomas, paediatric tumours, and eye tumours. His research profile spans 561 PubMed-indexed publications with an h-index of 50, addressing childhood cancer outcomes, supportive care, febrile neutropenia, tele-oncology, metronomic chemotherapy, and cost-effective cancer care in India. Dr. Bakhshi is a Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), Indian Academy of Sciences (IASc), National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), and National Academy of Sciences India (NASI).
CancerFax can coordinate medical-record review, second-opinion preparation, and consultation support for international patients seeking care from Dr. Bakhshi at AIIMS, New Delhi, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance.
Why Consider Dr. Sameer Bakhshi?
Dr. Bakhshi combines deep clinical expertise in paediatric oncology with a prolific research record, making him one of India's most authoritative voices in childhood cancer care, haematologic malignancies, sarcomas, and eye tumours at AIIMS.
Areas of Specialisation
Clinical focus spanning paediatric oncology, haematologic malignancies, bone and soft tissue sarcomas, and eye tumours
Dr. Bakhshi's clinical practice at AIIMS, New Delhi covers childhood cancers and complex adult haematologic malignancies. His AIIMS profile identifies leukaemia, lymphoma, bone and soft tissue sarcomas, paediatric tumours, and eye tumours as his primary working areas.
Paediatric Oncology
Dedicated focus on cancers affecting children and adolescents, including haematologic malignancies, solid tumours, and eye tumours.
- arrow_rightAcute myeloid leukaemia including paediatric APL
- arrow_rightProtocol-based chemotherapy for childhood leukaemia
- arrow_rightCytogenetic profiling and AML biology
- arrow_rightHodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma in children
- arrow_rightPET-CT imaging in paediatric lymphoma
- arrow_rightMultidisciplinary staging and treatment planning
- arrow_rightOphthalmic tumours in paediatric patients
- arrow_rightPET-CT imaging in retinoblastoma
- arrow_rightMultimodal treatment approaches
Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Management of primary bone tumours and soft tissue sarcomas including both paediatric and adolescent cases.
- arrow_rightBone sarcomas and soft tissue sarcomas
- arrow_rightMetronomic and repurposed chemotherapy for refractory paediatric solid tumours
- arrow_rightMultidisciplinary sarcoma care planning
Supportive and Investigational Oncology
Research-integrated clinical focus on supportive care, tele-oncology, and health equity in childhood cancer.
- arrow_rightOutpatient management of febrile neutropenia
- arrow_rightAntiemetic therapy for children on highly emetogenic chemotherapy
- arrow_rightTreatment abandonment and social determinants of cancer care
- arrow_rightTele-oncology integration in paediatric cancer care
- arrow_rightResource-sensitive treatment models for childhood cancers
- arrow_rightHealth disparities and gender-based disparities in paediatric oncology
Procedures Performed
Clinical services and treatment approaches at AIIMS, New Delhi
Dr. Bakhshi provides comprehensive oncology care for paediatric patients with haematologic malignancies, solid tumours, and eye tumours, combining protocol-based treatment with active research participation.
Paediatric Chemotherapy
Medical OncologyProtocol-based systemic chemotherapy for paediatric leukaemia, lymphoma, sarcoma, and solid tumours.
Multidisciplinary Tumour Management
MultidisciplinaryIntegrated cancer care for bone, soft tissue, and eye tumours in collaboration with surgical and radiation oncology teams.
Diagnosis and Staging
DiagnosisAdvanced diagnostic workup including biomarker profiling and PET-CT imaging for paediatric malignancies.
Second Opinion and Complex Case Review
Second OpinionExpert second-opinion consultations for paediatric oncology and haematologic malignancy cases.
Research and Publications
Peer-reviewed contributions in paediatric oncology, haematologic malignancies, and supportive cancer care
Dr. Bakhshi has authored 561 PubMed-indexed publications with an h-index of 50 and over 11,100 Google Scholar citations as of May 2026. His research spans paediatric leukaemia, lymphoma, retinoblastoma, sarcomas, supportive care, febrile neutropenia, tele-oncology, and health equity in childhood cancer.
Dr. Bakhshi's full publication list is accessible on PubMed and Google Scholar. A detailed profile including citation metrics is available on the AIIMS faculty page.
Education & Training
Dr. Bakhshi completed his foundational medical training at JIPMER and AIIMS, two of India's most prestigious institutions, before pursuing an international fellowship in haematology and oncology at Wayne State University, USA.
Clinical Experience
Dr. Bakhshi has been associated with AIIMS, New Delhi since joining as faculty in 2002, progressing to Professor and subsequently to Professor and Head of Medical Oncology. He also holds significant governance roles in drug regulation, research ethics, and academic oncology.
How CancerFax Helps You Access Dr. Sameer Bakhshi
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Medical Report Review
Free review of your pathology results, imaging, molecular profiling, and treatment history β prepared as a structured clinical summary for Dr. Sameer Bakhshi's team.
Treatment Eligibility Screening
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Case Submission
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Appointment & Consultation Coordination
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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. Sameer Bakhshi's team and your home oncologist for seamless post-treatment follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sameer Bakhshi
Dr. Sameer Bakhshi is Professor and Head of the Department of Medical Oncology at Dr. B.R.A. Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He is one of India's most recognised academic oncologists, with over 20 years of faculty experience at AIIMS and a research profile spanning more than 560 peer-reviewed publications.
Dr. Bakhshi's verified clinical areas include leukaemia (including paediatric AML and acute promyelocytic leukaemia), Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, bone and soft tissue sarcomas, retinoblastoma and other eye tumours, and a broad range of paediatric solid tumours. His AIIMS profile identifies leukaemia, lymphoma, sarcomas, paediatric tumours, and eye tumours as his primary working areas.
Yes. Paediatric oncology is a central part of Dr. Bakhshi's clinical and research work. His expertise includes childhood leukaemia, paediatric lymphoma, retinoblastoma, and other paediatric solid tumours. His research has addressed outcomes, treatment abandonment, supportive care, and health disparities in childhood cancer care in India.
Direct international patient services specific to Dr. Bakhshi have not been independently confirmed from public sources. CancerFax can assist international patients by coordinating medical-record review, second-opinion preparation, and consultation support, subject to availability and case acceptance at AIIMS.
Submit your medical reports β including pathology, imaging, treatment history, and relevant test results β through CancerFax. The CancerFax team will review the documents, prepare the case, and coordinate next steps with the hospital, subject to availability. The final consultation format depends on the doctor's schedule and the hospital's processes.
Dr. Bakhshi completed his MBBS from JIPMER, Puducherry (Best Outgoing Student), followed by MD from AIIMS, New Delhi, and a Fellowship in Haematology and Oncology at Wayne State University, Detroit, USA. He is a Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), Indian Academy of Sciences (IASc), National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), and National Academy of Sciences India (NASI). He has received multiple AIIMS Excellence Research Awards and the Sun Pharma Science Foundation Research Award in Medical Sciences.
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