Dr. Rakesh Jalali

Professional Summary

Dr. Rakesh Jalali is a distinguished Radiation Oncologist based at Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai, with over 30 years of experience in the field of Radiation Oncology. He holds an MD in Radiotherapy and specializes in Proton Therapy, Radiotherapy, and Oncology, bringing extensive expertise in delivering cutting-edge radiation treatments for a wide range of cancers. Dr. Jalali is widely recognized for his commitment to providing exceptional healthcare to patients. As a compassionate physician, Dr. Jalali is dedicated to leveraging the latest advancements in radiation oncology, including proton beam therapy, to provide precise and minimally invasive treatment approaches that maximize outcomes while minimizing side effects. A much sought-after opinion leader, Dr. Jalali is actively regarded for his mentoring and consulting expert opinions in various national and international scientific meetings. He has contributed extensively to shaping guidelines in radiation oncology and has been instrumental in developing cancer care protocols. His research work includes high-impact publications in journals such as The Lancet Oncology, JAMA Oncology, and JCO, among others.

Specializations

- Radiation Oncology

Procedures & Expertise

- Proton Beam Therapy 

- Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy 

- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) 

- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy 

- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy 

- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy 

- CyberKnife Radiosurgery 

- External Beam Radiotherapy 

- Retinoblastoma Treatment 

- Chemotherapy for Solid Tumors

Education & Qualifications

 - MD 

- MBBS

Professional Experience

Dr. Rakesh Jalali brings over 30 years of clinical experience in radiation oncology. He previously served at Tata Memorial Hospital, one of India's premier cancer centres, before joining Apollo Proton Cancer Centre in Chennai. He has been instrumental in establishing the Indian Society of Neuro-Oncology (ISNO) and served as its founding general secretary. He is recognized as a pioneering figure in proton therapy in India and has contributed to the treatment of thousands of cancer patients across his career.

Hospital Affiliations

- Apollo Proton Cancer Centre

Awards & Recognition

• Awarded as the Best Oncologist Award by Medscape in 2014
• Received the Top Radiation Oncologist Award for 3 consecutive years from 2014 onwards