Dr.ย Sureshย Advani
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), FICP, MNAMS, FNAMS
Senior Medical Oncologist and Haemato-Oncologist
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Suresh Advani
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), FICP, MNAMS, FNAMS
Dr. Suresh H. Advani is one of India's most eminent medical oncologists and haemato-oncologists, with more than five decades of clinical experience. He is widely recognised as a pioneer who helped shape modern cancer care in India, particularly in the management of blood cancers, breast cancer, and bone marrow transplantation.
Dr. Advani has been actively involved in medical oncology and haematology since 1974, working across solid tumours, haematological malignancies, paediatric oncology, and cancer research. He played a foundational role in establishing bone marrow transplantation programmes in India and contributed to the creation of the DM Medical Oncology super-specialty programme at Tata Memorial Hospital under the University of Mumbai. Over his career he has been associated with approximately 500 national and international publications and has served as a postgraduate research guide in applied biology. He is currently associated with Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, his primary institutional base, as well as Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital and Surya Hospitals in Mumbai.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and second-opinion consultation support for international patients seeking guidance from Dr. Advani, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance.
Why Consider Dr. Suresh Advani?
Dr. Suresh Advani brings more than five decades of oncology and haematology experience to every consultation. His clinical work spans blood cancers, breast cancer, bone marrow transplantation, and complex malignancy management, supported by an extensive research and academic record.
Areas of Specialisation
Expert in blood cancers, breast cancer, and complex malignancy management
Dr. Suresh Advani's clinical expertise covers haematological malignancies and solid tumours, with a particular focus on lymphoma, leukaemia, myeloma, and breast cancer. His interest in biological therapies directed at molecular targets on cancer cells reflects both his research experience and clinical practice.
Haematological Malignancies
Comprehensive management of blood cancers including lymphoma, leukaemia, and myeloma.
- arrow_rightHodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- arrow_rightStaging, treatment planning, and response assessment
- arrow_rightRelapsed and refractory lymphoma management
- arrow_rightAcute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL)
- arrow_rightAcute myeloid leukaemia (AML)
- arrow_rightChronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)
- arrow_rightChronic myeloid leukaemia (CML)
- arrow_rightMultiple myeloma staging and systemic treatment
- arrow_rightMyelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)
- arrow_rightOther haematological malignancies
Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplantation
Pioneer of bone marrow transplantation in India, with extensive experience in both haematopoietic and autologous stem cell transplant programmes.
- arrow_rightAllogeneic bone marrow transplantation
- arrow_rightHaematopoietic stem cell transplantation
- arrow_rightTransplant planning and eligibility assessment
Solid Tumours and Breast Cancer
Clinical experience in breast cancer, advanced solid tumours, and biological and targeted therapies for selected malignancies.
- arrow_rightEarly and locally advanced breast cancer
- arrow_rightMetastatic breast cancer management
- arrow_rightSystemic therapy planning based on pathology and receptor status
- arrow_rightTherapies targeting specific molecules on cancer cells
- arrow_rightBiological therapy for selected solid tumours and haematological cancers
Procedures and Clinical Services
Systemic cancer treatment, transplantation, and second-opinion consultations
Dr. Advani's clinical services span systemic cancer treatment, bone marrow transplantation, and second-opinion consultations for patients with blood cancers, breast cancer, and complex malignancies.
Systemic Cancer Treatment
Medical OncologyChemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biological therapy for haematological malignancies and solid tumours.
Bone Marrow Transplantation
TransplantAssessment and coordination of bone marrow and haematopoietic stem cell transplantation for eligible patients.
Clinical Trial Evaluation
Complex DiseaseReview of clinical trial eligibility for patients with haematological cancers and complex malignancies.
Second Opinion Consultations
Second OpinionIndependent expert review for patients with blood cancers, breast cancer, or complex diagnoses.
Research and Publications
Five decades of clinical research and peer-reviewed contributions to oncology
Dr. Advani has been involved in approximately 500 national and international publications across his career. His research interests include leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and biological therapies targeting specific molecules on cancer cells. He has served as a recognised postgraduate research guide in applied biology.
Dr. Advani's career spans approximately 500 publications. A more detailed publication list may be available on request through CancerFax.
Education & Training
Dr. Suresh Advani completed his medical training in Mumbai and undertook specialist fellowship training in medical oncology. Official hospital profiles list his qualifications as MBBS, MD in General Medicine, FICP, MNAMS, and FNAMS. The Excel master list also references fellowship training in the USA.
Clinical Experience
Dr. Suresh Advani has been actively practising medical oncology and haematology since 1974, with a career spanning more than five decades. He is primarily based at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai and is also currently associated with Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital and Surya Hospitals.
Languages & International
Dr. Advani conducts consultations in the following languages.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients who require consultation in languages other than English or Hindi.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients consulting in other languages.
How CancerFax Helps You Access Dr. Suresh Advani
CancerFax is a specialist cancer patient-navigation platform. We help international patients prepare structured medical summaries, assess treatment eligibility, and connect directly with Dr. Suresh Advani'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. Suresh Advani's team.
Treatment Eligibility Screening
CancerFax screens your case for eligibility for treatments and clinical programmes available through Dr. Suresh Advani before you travel, so you arrive with a clear pathway.
Case Submission
We coordinate direct case submission to Dr. Suresh Advani's department, including all documentation required for clinical review and appointment scheduling.
Appointment & Consultation Coordination
CancerFax manages appointment scheduling with Dr. Suresh Advani'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. Suresh Advani's team and your home oncologist for seamless post-treatment follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Suresh Advani
Dr. Suresh H. Advani is one of India's most eminent medical oncologists and haemato-oncologists, with more than five decades of clinical experience. He is based at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai and is widely recognised as a pioneer of bone marrow transplantation and modern oncology practice in India. He is a recipient of the Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri, India's highest civilian awards for medicine.
Dr. Advani specialises in blood cancers including Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, acute myeloid leukaemia, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, multiple myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndromes. He also treats breast cancer, advanced solid tumours, and selected paediatric cancers, and has extensive experience in bone marrow and stem cell transplantation for eligible patients.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and second-opinion consultation support for international patients seeking guidance from Dr. Advani at Jaslok Hospital Mumbai, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance. The CancerFax team prepares a structured case summary and manages the coordination process on your behalf.
Submit your medical reports through CancerFax using the Send Your Reports button. Our team will review your case, prepare a structured oncology summary, and coordinate the next steps with the hospital. The process covers initial case review, report preparation, and scheduling coordination, subject to the doctor's availability.
Dr. Advani has received several major national honours, including the Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri from the Government of India, the Dr. B.C. Roy National Award, and the Dhanvantari Award. He has also been recognised for lifetime achievement in oncology.
Dr. Advani played a pivotal role in establishing the DM Medical Oncology super-specialty programme at Tata Memorial Hospital under the University of Mumbai, helping build a structured pathway for specialist oncology training in India. He has also served as a recognised postgraduate research guide and has contributed to approximately 500 national and international publications.
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