Dr. Shirish Alurkar

Dr Shirish Alurkar is a highly respected Medical Oncologist with 40 years of experience.

Currently practising as a Consultant at HCG Cancer Centre, Sola, Ahmedabad, he has been at the forefront of diagnosing and managing some of the most challenging cases at Apollo CBCC Cancer Care, Ahmedabad.

He holds the distinction of being among the first medical oncologists to establish a private oncology practice in Gujarat, setting the foundation for advanced cancer care in the region.

The speciality interests are managing:

1. GI cancers
2. Urological cancers and lung cancers
3. Chemotherapy
4. Targeted therapy
5. Hormone therapy
6. Immunotherapy

Following his MBBS graduation from Gujarat University in 1985, Dr Alurkar pursued his:

• MD in General Medicine from Gujarat University in 1988
• Training in Medical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital in 1991
• Training in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Therapy

A passionate academician as well, he has actively contributed to oncology research and continues to engage in national and international workshops.

Dr Shirish, a cancer doctor, scholarly work includes several published studies, such as the noteworthy paper titled "Is Ki-67 Really Useful as a Predictor for Response to Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Locally Advanced Breast Cancer?"

He is also an active member of:

• Medical Council of India (MCI)
• American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
• European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Recipient of the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Award conferred by the Ministry of Education & Culture, Government of India in 1979, he was recognized early for his exceptional merit and dedication to excellence.

With his fluency in English, Hindi, and Gujarati he creates a relaxed atmosphere, allowing patients to comfortably share their worries.

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