Dr. Prutha Patel - Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist

Dr. Prutha Patel

Medical Oncologist and Hemato-Oncologist

MD,DM,ECMO,CCEPC

About Dr. Prutha Patel

Dr. Prutha Patel is a distinguished oncologist in Vadodara at Zydus Hospital. With over 10+ years of experience in cancer care, she is known for delivering advanced treatment with compassion and precision. Dr. Prutha Patel has received her training from the most reputed institutes in India and abroad, Dr. Patel is recognized among the best oncologists in Vadodara for her expertise in managing complex cancers across all age groups.

MBBS & MD (Internal Medicine) – Baroda Medical College
DM (Medical Oncology) – Sri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Sciences, Indore
European Certification of Medical Oncology (ECMO)
IAPC’s Certificate Course in Essentials of Palliative Care (CCEPC)
Served as Senior Resident, Department of Medicine, SSG Hospital
Brief stints at Deke Slayton Cancer Center, Texas (USA) and Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Active contributor to national and international oncology research with multiple accolades

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Patel specializes in advanced cancer diagnosis and treatment, including:

Chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy for solid and blood cancers
Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy
Central line and PICC line insertion
Ascitic and pleural fluid tapping
Cancer treatment for adolescents and young adults (AYA Oncology)
Palliative and supportive care

Clinical Interests

Her clinical interests span a wide spectrum of oncology specialties, such as:

Breast cancer and Gynecological cancers
Leukemia and Lymphomas
Colorectal, Gastrointestinal, and Hepatobiliary cancers
Lung Cancer, Sarcomas, and Genitourinary cancers
Pediatric cancers

Awards and Achievements

4 Gold Medals in Surgery, E.N.T, Obstetrics and Gynecology conferred by M.S.University at the MBBS Graduation Convocation Ceremony in 2015.
Certificate of completion of Post Graduate Program in Cardiology with distinction by John Hopkins University School of Medicine & MESF in 2018.
Certificate of Professional Diploma in Clinical Research.
Clinical case selected for travel grant at the ESMO Head and Neck preceptorship program held at Singapore in September 2022.
Finalist of the 10th TYSA (Torrent Young Scholar Award) - a national level medical oncology competition.
Research abstract titled 'Granulocyte Transfusion Therapy: Institutional experience of benefit in cancer patients with prolonged neutropenic sepsis: A retrospective study’ presented at ISMPO-ISOCON 2022 awarded the ESMO Asia Travel Grant 2022.
Won ‘Best Medical Oncology Postgraduate Quiz’ at the 49th National ICON, 2023.
Research selected for presentation at ESMO Asia Congress 2023.

Research and Publications

Dr. Patel has authored and co-authored multiple original articles, case reports, and research studies:

IJAM, April 2018: Prevalence of diabetic nephropathy in newly detected type 2 diabetes mellitus, with focus on creatinine clearance, urinary albumin, serum creatinine, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and obesity.
IJMPO, June 2022: Case report – Docetaxel-induced Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis in a breast cancer patient.
Journal of Clinical Oncology, Jan–Jun 2022: Assessment of psychological and physical distress among Indian adolescents and young adults with solid cancers using NCCN distress thermometer and Rotterdam symptom checklist.
Annals of Oncology and Research, Nov 2022: Case report – High-grade bladder carcinoma with neuroendocrine differentiation.
IJMPO, Nov 2022: Retrospective study – Granulocyte transfusion therapy in cancer patients with prolonged neutropenic sepsis.
Annals of Oncology and Research, Jun 2023: Case report – Adrenal insufficiency due to bilateral adrenal involvement in metastatic breast cancer.
Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Care, May 2023: Study on knowledge of palliative care among registered nursing professionals in a tertiary hospital in Central India.
South Asian Journal of Cancer Care, Oct 2023: Initial experiences in adolescents and young adults with acute T-lymphoblastic leukemia/lymphoma treated with Modified BFM 2002 protocol in a resource-constrained setting.

Key Highlights

Dr. Prutha Patel is also a well-known lady Pediatric Oncologist in Vadodara for her holistic and kids-friendly approach.
Expertise in treating a wide range of cancers, from breast and gynecological to pediatric and neuro-oncology.
Exposure to leading global cancer institutes in India and the USA.
Strong academic foundation with internationally recognized research contributions.
Empathetic and approachable, ensuring patients feel supported throughout treatment.