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Dr. Sunitha Iyer
4.9
Oncology 21 Years Experience Verified Consultant

Dr. Sunitha Iyer

Chief of Medical Oncology

MBBS, MD, DM (Oncology)

5,500+ Patients Treated
187+ Reviews (4.9 / 5)
Speaks: English, Tamil, Hindi
Physician Profile

About Dr. Sunitha Iyer

Dr. Sunitha Iyer is a renowned medical oncologist with 21 years of experience in treating solid tumours, haematological malignancies, and providing palliative care. She is a pioneer in targeted therapy and immunotherapy in the region and has led numerous clinical trials. Her compassionate care model has earned her national recognition.

Known for combining precision diagnosis with compassionate patient bedside manner, Dr. Sunitha Iyer actively collaborates with our multidisciplinary clinical boards to ensure every patient receives an individualised, evidence-based treatment protocol.

Clinical Specialisation

Key Areas of Expertise & Procedures

Breast Cancer Treatment
GI Oncology
Lung Cancer Care
Haematological Malignancies
Targeted Therapy
Immunotherapy
Palliative & Supportive Care
Clinical Trials
Academic Credentials

Education & Advanced Fellowships

1999
MBBS

Madras Medical College, Chennai

2003
MD (Internal Medicine)

AIIMS, New Delhi

2007
DM (Medical Oncology)

Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai

Recognition

Awards & Professional Honors

Oncologist of the Year — ISMO 2023
Compassionate Care Award — Cancer Foundation 2021
Best Clinical Researcher — National Cancer Institute 2019
Patient Feedback

What Patients Say

4.9 Rating

"Dr. Sunitha guided our family through my mother's breast cancer journey with incredible expertise and compassion."

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Kamala Krishnan Verified Patient

"She is not just a great oncologist — she is a healer in the truest sense. Forever grateful."

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Prem Shankar Verified Patient

"The immunotherapy she recommended worked beyond our expectations. She is brilliant."

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Radha Mohan Verified Patient
OPD Consultation Hours
Hospital Outpatient Clinic
Mon – Fri: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Mon – Thu: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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