Profile Summary
Medical Qualification: MBBS, MD (KEM, Mumbai), DM Medical Oncology (Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai), Diploma In Clinical Research
Designation: Visiting Consultant, Medical Oncologist
Years of experience: 7 years
Areas of expertise:
- Lung Cancers, Urological Cancers, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal and Gynecological Cancers, Rare tumours
- Blood cancers - Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma
- Precision Oncology
- Immunotherapy & Targeted therapy
- Newer Cancer Therapies
- Clinical Trials & Research
- Global Oncology
Introduction:
Dr. Kunal N. Jobanputra completed his MD Medicine residency at the prestigious Seth GS Medical College and King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital in Mumbai, where he was awarded a Gold Medal in Medicine. He then specialized in DM Medical Oncology and Hemato-oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Mumbai, one of the oldest and largest cancer centres in the world. Subsequently, he worked as an assistant professor in the Department of Medical Oncology at TMH.
With a passion for academics, clinical research and teaching, Dr. Jobanputra has publications in various national and international scientific journals and has presented his papers at global forums. His expertise lies in treating solid cancers of the breast, ovary, lung, gastrointestinal tract, kidney, prostate, testicular tumors, head and neck, and bone tumours as well as management of hematological malignancies like multiple myeloma, leukemia, and lymphoma. He firmly believes in providing an evidence-based, patient-tailored approach to treatment, ensuring that patients receive the latest and most effective therapies. He is committed to delivering compassionate care to patients and their caregivers, focusing on patient-centered services to empower patients in their fight against cancer.
Awards & Publications:
Awards:
- Young Investigator Award 2022
- Society of Hematologic Oncology (SOHO), Texas, USA.
- Best Resident Award, Department of Medicine 2018, Seth G. S. Medical College & King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Gold medal in General Medicine2018
- Seth G. S. Medical College & King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Most Trusted Medical Oncologist Award’ 2023
- Academic Excellence Award’ 2024
- Mahim Dharavi Medical Practitioners’ Association, Mumbai
Publications:
- Immunotherapy in the current era: Transforming the landscape of cancer treatment. Indian Journal of Medical Research, 2025.
- Bridging the gap: ctDNA, genomics, and equity in breast cancer care. npj Breast Cancer, 2025.
- A Comparative Study Evaluating Quality of Life and Survival Outcomes in Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. JTO Clinical and Research Reports, 2024.
- Phase III randomized controlled trial of gefitinib versus chemotherapy in EGFR-positive metastatic lung cancer (long-term outcomes). Cancer Research, Statistics, and Treatment, 2024.
- Real-World Experience of First-Line Osimertinib in EGFR Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. South Asian Journal of Cancer, 2023.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma in the Elderly: Real-World Outcomes from a Developing Country. Clinical Lymphoma, Myeloma & Leukemia, 2022.
- Immune checkpoint inhibitors in older patients with solid tumors: Real-world experience from India. Cancer Research, Statistics, and Treatment, 2021.
Memberships:
Memberships:
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
- Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC)
- Indian Society of Medical and pediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
- Indian Myeloma Academic Groupe (IMAGe)
- Indian Cooperative Oncology Network (ICON)
- Association of Medical Consultants (AMC)
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)