Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist
MD , DM Medical Oncology

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A Legacy of Excellence in Cancer Care

Dr. L. K. Rajeev is one of Karnataka’s most respected Medical Oncologists, with over three decades of clinical experience dedicated to treating a wide spectrum of cancers. As an Associate Professor and Senior Consultant at the renowned Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bengaluru, he has played a pivotal role in shaping cancer care, mentoring new oncologists, and driving advancements in treatment protocols.

His philosophy blends compassionate patient care with a strongly evidence-based, research-driven approach, ensuring every patient receives safe, effective, and globally benchmarked treatment.

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Core Expertise

Dr. Rajeev’s expertise spans the full range of adult medical oncology, with deep specialization in:

• Solid Tumors: Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancers, Head & Neck Cancers
  
• Hematological Malignancies: Leukemia, Lymphomas, Multiple Myeloma
  
• Advanced Systemic Therapies: Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapy, Immunotherapy
  
• Supportive & Palliative Oncology
  
• Complex Case Management in resource-limited and high-acuity settings
  

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Experience, Training & Leadership

Dr. Rajeev’s professional journey is defined by clinical excellence, academic rigor, and national leadership:

Clinical Experience

• 30+ years of medical experience across Karnataka.
  
• Serving at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology since 2008, currently as Associate Professor, Department of Medical Oncology.
  

Research & Publications

Dr. Rajeev is one of India’s most prolific oncology researchers with over 125+ peer-reviewed publications across international journals.
His work covers breast cancer, lung cancer, leukemias, lymphomas, targeted therapies, rare tumors, treatment outcomes, and quality-of-life research.

Clinical Trials Leadership

A major contributor to oncology research in India, Dr. Rajeev has served as:

• Principal Investigator on dozens of global and national Phase II & Phase III trials
  
• Co-investigator on multiple landmark studies in lung cancer, breast cancer, and hematological cancers
  

These trials have helped bring cutting-edge cancer treatments closer to Indian patients.

Professional Roles & Memberships

Dr. Rajeev is an active member of globally recognized oncology bodies:

• ASCO – American Society of Clinical Oncology
  
• ESMO – European Society for Medical Oncology
  
• IASLC – International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer
  
• ISMPO, ISHBT, ICON, AMOI, API, IMA, BOG
  

Leadership Position:

• Founder President – Association of Medical Oncology of India, Karnataka Chapter (2016–2018)
  

Education

• DM (Medical Oncology) – Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, RGUHS
  
• MD (General Medicine) – Sri J.J.M. Medical College, Davangere
  
• MBBS – Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar