Dr. Yogesh S. Anap

Dr. Yogesh Anap is a radiation oncologist with more than 14 years of experience. He trained for five years at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and has treated patients at Kolhapur Cancer Centre since 2012, from the first consultation through treatment planning and long-term follow-up.

He delivers high-precision radiotherapy (IGRT, IMRT and 3D-CRT) and brachytherapy, and gives chemotherapy alongside radiation where it is needed. He also teaches medical physics and nursing students, and has a strong interest in palliative care and rehabilitation.

At a glance

Qualifications

MBBS, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik. MD and DNB in Radiation Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai

Experience

More than 14 years

Special interests

Head and neck cancer, brain tumours, lung and chest cancers, breast cancer

Treatments

IGRT, IMRT, 3D-CRT, brachytherapy, chemoradiation

Initiatives

PALLCARE Seva, a palliative care helpline started during the COVID-19 pandemic; research on the quality of life of family caregivers at a rural cancer centre

Career

• About 5 yearsTraining in Radiation Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
• Since 2012Radiation Oncologist, Kolhapur Cancer Centre

Where to find them

Kolhapur Cancer Centre, opposite Mayur Petrol Pump, Gokul Shirgaon, Kolhapur, Maharashtra 416234. Phone: +91 888 801 3333.

Outpatient clinic: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 am to 5:00 pm.

What a radiation oncologist does

Many people have radiotherapy after a laryngectomy to lower the chance of the cancer coming back. The radiation oncologist decides the dose, plans exactly where the beams go, and sees you through the course, which is often given on weekdays over about six weeks.

They also help you manage side effects such as sore skin, a dry mouth, tiredness and stiffness in the neck.

Profiles

• Kolhapur Cancer Centre profile