Prof. (Dr.) Aloke Ghosh Dastidar

Overview

Prof. (Dr.) Aloke Ghosh Dastidar is a renowned Senior Consultant at the Department of Radiotherapy at Manipal Hospital, Dhakuria. An experienced professional in his field, Dr. Aloke Ghosh Dastidar’s journey stems from his distinguished academic background of MBBS, DMRT, and MD (Radiotherapy), and extensive pragmatic experience. His approach is an amalgam of dedication towards continued learning, patient-centricity and evidence-based treatment.

Dr. Aloke Ghosh Dastidar’s professional journey of over 20 years is defined by clinical and academic excellence, evident from his association with several renowned establishments. His treatment approach strongly prioritises the use of the latest technological machinery and advanced radiation techniques to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment over a broad spectrum of cancers in all stages with minimal side effects.

A well-recognised radiation oncologist and educator, Dr. Aloke Ghosh Dastidar is the Chairman of Cancer Hub, IPGMER and SSKM Hospital, Kolkata, and the external examiner of MD and DNB examinations (Radiotherapy and Oncology) of various apex institutions in India, such as Tata Medical Centre, Mumbai, and PGI Chandigarh. He is also the International Referee of ICRETT Fellowship Grant of UICC, Geneva. With significant contributions through several publications and presentations, Dr. Aloke Ghosh Dastidar remains at the forefront of emerging medical advancements.

Field of Expertise

Specialising in advanced radiotherapy in the treatment of various cancers.

Active investigator of Neo-Adjuvant, Concomitant and Adjuvant chemotherapy and Chemo-radiation in different protocols.

Fellowship & Membership

Life member- Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (A.R.O.I.) since 1993

Life member- Indian Medical Association

Founder member - Indian Brachytherapy Society

Member - Indian Association of Palliative Care

Life Member -Association of Fellows UICC, Geneva

Member - European Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology

Languages Spoken

English

Bengali

Hindi

Awards & Achievements

Neel Fellowship Award - A.R.O.I.- National Conference, Aurangabad (1995)

Best paper presentation award - Extending Horizons (2002)

ICRETT Fellowship by the International Union Against Cancer (UICC), Geneva (2003)

Talks & Publications

Difficulties in management of Superior Vena Caval Obstruction in Young adults Published in Journal of Indian Medical Association, vol. 91 no 11 Nov 1993 pp 279-280.

Bronchogenic carcinoma in young adults Published in Journal of Indian Medical Association, vol. 94 no 1 Jan 1996 pp 18-20.

Wilm's Tumour in Adult patients: A case report & Review of Medical literature Published in Indian Journal of Surgery Vol.57 April 1995 no.4 pp-165-167.

An Epidemiological survey of Carcinoma Cervix in North Bengal Zone Published in Journal of Indian Medical Association, vol. 98 no. 2 Feb 2000.

Incidence of Laryngeal oedema after radical radiation therapy of carcinoma Larynx Published in Journal of Clinical Radiotherapy & Oncology Vol.2 No.1 Mar 2002.

Role of ""Mycobacterium w"" as adjuvant treatment of Lung Cancer (Non-small cell Lung Cancer) Published in Journal of Indian Medical Association, vol. 101 no.2 Feb 2003.

Radiation therapy in carcinoma of base of tongue: A 10 years experience of 846 patients at Medical College, Kolkata, India. Published in Journal of Clinical Vol. 3 No. 4 Dec 2003 Radiotherapy & Oncology.

M.C.Q Book on Radiotherapy for Post Graduate Entrance Exam Of Indian Universities Author Published by Sipra Publisher, Kolkata. India. 1994 (2nd edition).

Below - Elbow and below knee metastases in breast cancers A case report Published in Indian Journal of medical & paediatric Oncology Vol. 28 No. 3, 2007 pp. 38-40.

Myoepithelial Carcinoma in Infratemporal Fossa Published in Indian Journal of Medical &Paediatric Oncology Vol. 29 No. 3, 2008 pp. 26-28.

Extramedullary Granulocytic Sarcoma Published in Indian Journal of Medical &Paediatric Oncology Vol. 29 No. 3, 2008 pp.31-33.

A comparative study between preoperative and post-operative chemo radiation in locally advanced rectal carcinoma Published in Journal of Cancer Researc and Therapeutics, Vol 4 Supplement t Nov. 2008 pp S1.

High dose rate intracavitary brachytherapy in locally advanced uterine cervix cancer: A comparative study using two different fractional schedules. Published in Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics, Vol 4 Supplement Nov. 2008 pp S3.

Chemo-radiation in locally advanced cervical cancer: A randomized trial Published in Indian Journal of Medica & Paediatric Oncology Vol. 29 No. 4, 2008 рр. 12-18.

Management of Unresectable head and neck cancers a retrospective analysis at a rural medical College of India Published in Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Vol 62 No 1, Jan-Mar 2010 pp 49-54.

Treatment result of patients of carcinoma cervix using Bhaba Atomic Research Centre (BARC) brachytherapy manual after loading system for intracavitary applications -a 10 year experience Published in Indian Journal of Perinatology and Reproductive biology, Vol 3 No 04.Oct-Dec2013 pp 32-34.

Cancer prevalence in women of reproductive age group in West Bengal A hospital based cancer registry analysis Published in Indian Journal of Perinatology and Reproductive biology, Vol03. No.02.April-2013 pp 28-30.

Improved Quality of Life Amongst Cervical Cancer Survivors by Proper Sexual Advice And Using Vaginal Dilators Published in Education book: UICC World Cancer Congress, 2006, Washington, D.C., USA.

Radiation Induced Acute Toxicity In Laryngo-Pharynx Cancers: Nutritional Status As A Special Parameter Published in Education book: UICC World Cancer Congress, 2006, Washington, D.C., USA.

Choice of Target Volume Of Brachytherapy Boost In Locally Advanced Breast Cancer: An Indian Experience Published at 5th European Breast Conference, Nice, France, March 2006.

Counselling For Tobacco Dependents: An Attempt By Indian Oncologists Published in Education book: UICC World Cancer Congress, 2006, Washington D.C, U.S.A.

Impact Of Nutritional Status On Treatment Toxicity In Concomitant Chemoradiation: An Indian Experience Published in Education book: UICC World Cancer Congress, 2006, Washington, D.C., USA.

3D Image-Guided HDR Brachytherapy In Localy Advanced Cervix Cancer -Comparison Of Intracavitary And Interstitial Treatment Published in ""Brachytherapy Journal; Vol. 6, No. 2 April-June 2007; pp 77.

Safety Margin for HDR Brachytherapy Boost in Locally Advanced Breast Cancer Published in ""Brachytherapy"" Journal; Vol. 6, No. 2 April-June 2007; pp -96.

Nutritional status – a determinant of toxicity in concomitant chemoradiation experience Published in ""Supportive care cancer"" journal; 20th Anniversary International MASCC / ISOO Symposium. F -181 PP-117.

Role Of Gabapentin In Chemotherapy Induced Delayed Emesis - An Indian Experience Published in ""Supportive care cancer"" journal; 20th Anniversary International MASCC/ISOO Symposium. -021 PP-38.

Image Guided HDR Intracavitary Interstitial Brachytherapy For Locally Advanced Cervix Cancer -Correlation Of Late Toxicity With DVH Data And 3-Year Outcome Analysis Published in ""Brachytherapy Journal; Vol. 7, No. 2 April-June 2008; pp 98.

Comparison Between Graphical Optimization And Geometrical Optimization In HDR interstitial breast implants Published in ""Brachytherapy Journal; Vol. 7, No. 2 April-June 2008; pp 129-130.

Brachytherapy of Cancer of the Cervix: Comparison Of Standard And Conformal Loading By Ring And Fletcher Suit Applicators. Published in ""Brachytherapy Journal; Vol. 7, No. 2 April-June 2008; pp 148-149.

High-Dose-Rate Intracavitary Brachytherapyin Locally Advanced Uterine Cervix Cancer Using Three Different Fractionation Schedules: An Indian Experience Published in ""Brachytherapy"" Journal; Vol. 8, No. 2 Apr June 2009; pp 111.

Nutritional Status Of Cancer Esophagus And Corelation With Treatment Outcome Published in Annals of Oncology, Vol 21, Supplement 6, 2010 pp 42 43.

Evaluation of Two Treatment Intensification Protocols of Concomitant Chemoradiotherapy For Inoperable Esophageal Cancer: An Indian Experience Published in Annals of Oncology, Vol 21, Supplement 6, 2010 pp 83 84.

A Randomized Comparative Study Between Neoadjuvant 5-Flurouracil And Leukovorin Versus 5-Fflurouracil And Cisplatin Along With Concurrent Radiation In Locally Advanced Carcinoma Rectum Clinical Cancer Investigation Journal, Vol 3,issue 1, Jan-Feb 2014 pp 32-37.

Primary Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor Of The Urinary Bladder: A Rare Case Report And Review Of Literature Clinical Cancer investigation Journal, Vol.3 March-April Issue -3 2014.

Are we ready to accept the benefits of targeted therapy of lung carcinoma in India? International J. of Healthcare and Biomedical Research, Volume: 2, Issue: 3, April 2014, Pages 162-169.

A Comparative Study Between Conventional High-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy And Once A Week And Twice A Week Concurrent Brachytherapy In Treatment Of Carcinoma Of Uterine Cervix With External Beam Radiation Therapy International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health, 2015 Vol 4 Issue 5 Page-652-657.