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Dr. Richa

MBBS, M.D.


Consultant, Department of Radiation Oncology

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Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Delhi, India

About

Dr. Richa is a dedicated Radiation Oncologist with an experience of more than ten years in her field. During her professional journey, she has gained rich experience with some of the renowned medical institutes of India before joining Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre in 2023. She has an extensive knowledge of various advanced and latest Radiotherapy Techniques. Dr. Richa has participated and presented her research work in many International and National conferences and workshops in the field of Radiation Oncology in oral or poster presentations and as an invited speaker. She is an active member of various professional organizations. She is committed to providing the best patient care and treatment in the field of oncology with the help of cutting-edge latest radiotherapy technologies.

Specialized Areas

  • Gynecological malignancies, including cancers of cervix, uterus, vagina and vulva.
  • Paediatric malignancies, including CNS tumors, Craniospinal irradiation, various childhood solid malignancies, lymphomas.
  • Brachytherapy- Intracavitary/ interstitial/ mould brachytherapy techniques.

Educational Background

  • M.D. Radiation Oncology (2013-2016): Department of Radiotherapy & Oncology RCC, IGMC, Shimla, India.
  • M.B.B.S. (2002-2007): Government Medical College Amritsar, Punjab.

Experience

  • Consultant, Radiation Oncology, RGCIRC, Delhi: 2024 – till date
  • Attending Consultant, Radiation Oncology, RGCIRC, Delhi: 2023- 2024
  • Assistant professor, Radiation Oncology, Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi: 2020 – 2023
  • Senior Resident, Radiation Oncology, Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi: 2017 – 2020
  • Senior Resident, Radiation Oncology, Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi: 2016-2017
  • Junior Resident (M.D.), Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla, H.P: 2013-2016
  • Medical officer, Health and Family Welfare Department, H.P: 2008-2011

Professional Journey

Achievements

  • Oral presentation in NZAROICON 2014, 20th Annual Conference of North Zone Association of Radiation Oncologists of India on 20th & 21st September, 2014 organized by Department of Radiotherapy, Regional Cancer Center, Pt. B.D. Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, India.
  • Participated and won 2nd prize for ONCOQUIZ in 21st Annual Conference of North Zone, Association of Radiation Oncologists of India NZAROICON – 2015 on 19th & 20th September 2015 organized by Association of Radiation Oncologists of India – North Zone, India.
  • Delivered a talk on 9th May 2015 in Continuing Medical Education (CME) on Advancements in GI Cancer Management organized by Department of Radiotherapy & Oncology, GMCH, Chandigarh, India.
  • Delivered a talk on “Role of dietary factors in cancer prevention” as an invited speaker in the ‘International Conference on Natural Products and Human Health-2020’ organized by Deshbandhu College at University of Delhi on 27th-29th February,2020.
  • Oral presentation on “Alcohol Drinking and Tobacco Smoking as Independent and Joint Risk Factors for Oral Cavity Cancer in the international conference ICNPHH-2020 organized by Deshbandhu College (University of Delhi) on 27-29 February, 2020
  • Poster presentation on “Role of Diet in Reducing the incidence of colorectal cancer” in the international conference ICNPHH-2020 organized by Deshbandhu College (University of Delhi) on 27-29 February, 2020
  • Successfully Completed Novel Biomarker testing in precision Oncology certificate Course
  • Organizer- ‘International Conference on Tobacco Control & Smoking Cessation’ on 20th– 21st August, 2021, at Delhi.
  • Oral presentation in the paper entitled “Role of 3D Mammography (Tomosynthesis) as a screening modality for breast cancer – A Review” during health 2021 virtual International Conference on Cancer Biology: Advances & Challenges organized by Deshbandhu College (University of Delhi) on 11-13 November, 2021
  • Oral presentation in the paper entitled “Challenges in diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer during Covid-19 Era” during health 2021 virtual International Conference on Cancer Biology: Advances & Challenges organized by Deshbandhu College (University of Delhi) on 11-13 November, 2021
  • Chaired the Keynote Session in ‘Health 2021 virtual International Conference on Cancer Biology: Advances & Challenges’ organized by Deshbandhu College (University of Delhi) on 11-13 November, 2021
  • Presented a Research paper entitled on “A Paradigm Shift of Current Healthcare system in Era of Covid-19 pandemic” during 12th International Multidisciplinary Conference on Innovations Achievements & Challenges in global economy, commerce & Management Technology & Digital World (IMCIAC-2-22) on 25-26 February 2022 organized by INSPIRA Research Association and Maharishi Arvind Institute of Science and Management.
  • Successfully completed the AROI- ESTRO GYN Teaching Course, 3D Brachytherapy in Cervical Cancer on 14th – 17th March, 2024, at Varanasi, India.
  • Poster Presentation on “Evolution in Radiotherapy Technique and its effects on treatment execution and outcome in cases of childhood medulloblastoma” in 15th Annual conference of Indian Society of Neuro- Oncology ISNOCON-2024 held from 5th -7th April, 2024.
  • Trained in RPM Respiratory Gating/ RGSC (Respiratory Gating for Scanners: Certified by Varian Medical Systems International AG, Steinhausen, Switzerland) from 24th -25th June 2024

Awards

  • Won 2nd prize for ONCOQUIZ in 21st Annual Conference of North Zone, Association of Radiation Oncologists of India NZAROICON – 2015 on 19th & 20th September 2015 organized by Association of Radiation Oncologists of India – North Zone, India.

Publications

  • A Prospective Randomized Trial to Compare Concomitant Conventional Chemoradiotherapy with Accelerated Radiotherapy in Non- Resectable Locally Advanced Non- Small Cell Lung Cancer, International Journal Dental and Medical Sciences Research (IJDMSR Journal) 2582-6018
  • Concomitant Chemoradiotherapy (Using Cisplatin and Etoposide) Vs Accelerated Radiotherapy in Inoperable or Non- Resectable Locally Advanced Non- Small Cell Lung Cancers, IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR- JDMS) PP 91-97, 2279-0861 (Print) 2279-0853
  • Cancer Care Delivery Challenges in India during the COVID‐19 Era: Are We Prepared for the Post Pandemic Shock? Asia‐Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing, 2347-5625 (Print) 2349-6673 (online)
  • COVID-19 and Its Impact on Cancer Patient’s Outcome and Cancer Research, Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Care, 2588-3682 (Online)
  • Dietary Factors Associated with Gastric Cancer- A Review, Translational Medicine Communications, DOI 10.1186/s41231-022-00111-x
  • Immunobiology of gestational trophoblastic disease and role of immunotherapy in its treatment, Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinical Medicine, DOI 10.1016/j.gocm.2022.04.008, 2667-1646
  • Leucocytosis: A Potential Prognosis Biomarker in Head and Neck Malignancies. Cancer Therapy and Oncology, International Journal DOI 10.19080/CTOIJ.2024.25.556217

Membership

  • Life Member, Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
  • Life Member, Indian Brachytherapy Society (IBS)
  • Live Member, American Brachytherapy Society (ABS)
  • Live Member, European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • Live Member, The Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC)
  • Registration with Delhi Medical Council (Reg. No. 51258)
  • Registration with Medical Council of India (MCI)

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