Dr. Rakesh Jalali
Cancer Care

Dr. Rakesh Jalali

MEDICAL DIRECTOR & LEAD - NEURO ONCOLOGY

Apollo Proton Cancer Centre

28+ years of experience
Neuro Oncology
MD Radiotherapy & Oncology (PGIMER Chandigarh), Stereotactic radiotherapy training (Royal Marsden, London)

About the doctor

Dr. Rakesh Jalali is the Medical Director and Lead of Neuro-Oncology. He is an internationally renowned oncologist known for his expertise in high-precision radiotherapy and neuro-oncology.

Dr. Jalali has played a key role in developing advanced neuro-oncology services in India and has contributed extensively to cancer research, with over 300 peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals. He is also the founder of the Brain Tumour Foundation of India and has held leadership positions in the Indian Society of Neuro-Oncology (ISNO).

His expertise includes neuro-oncology, advanced radiotherapy techniques, and cancer care innovation focused on improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Area of expertise

Neuro Oncology

Why choose Dr. Rakesh

  • 28+ years of clinical experience
  • Specialist expertise in Neuro Oncology
  • Senior leadership role in Cancer Care at Apollo Proton Cancer Centre
  • Compassionate, patient-first care with end-to-end support for visiting patients

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Cancer Care

Comprehensive cancer treatment with access to experienced oncologists, advanced diagnostics, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapies. Personalized care designed to support you through every stage of treatment.

Neurology

Conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nerves can be frightening, mostly because so much feels uncertain at the start. Our neurologists and neurosurgeons treat strokes, epilepsy, tumours, movement disorders, and spinal problems, with detailed imaging and careful planning before anyone recommends surgery. You will get a clear explanation of what is going on and what the realistic options are, not just a procedure date.

Cardiac Care

Advanced heart care for conditions ranging from blocked arteries to complex valve and rhythm disorders. Get treated by experienced cardiac specialists using advanced surgical and minimally invasive techniques.

Orthopedics

Expert care for joint pain, spine conditions, sports injuries, and fractures through advanced orthopedic treatments and surgery. Get treated by experienced specialists focused on restoring mobility and improving quality of life.

Fertility & IVF

Trying for a baby and not getting there is hard, and it helps to have a team that treats you as more than a case file. Our fertility specialists offer testing, IUI, IVF, ICSI, and donor programmes, with honest conversations about what each step involves and what your chances really are. Every plan is built around your situation instead of a fixed protocol.

Gastrosciences

Digestive trouble runs from a nagging acid problem to serious liver, pancreas, or bowel disease, and it is not always obvious which one you are facing. Our gastroenterologists and GI surgeons handle the diagnosis and the treatment together, including endoscopy, scans, keyhole surgery, and complex liver operations. You get a proper work up first, so treatment is based on what is actually wrong rather than guesswork.

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