Assistant Professor
M.D | MBBS | FRCS | MD RADIATION ONCOLOGY
Dr. Ritesh Santosham, MD, FRCR (Clinical Oncology) is a Clinical Oncologist with over eight years of dedicated experience in cancer treatment. He completed his MD in Radiation Oncology from the prestigious Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar in 2017, and subsequently served as a lecturer at the institute. He then pursued an intensive three-year fellowship in Advanced Specialization in Clinical Oncology and Research at Tata Medical Center, Kolkata. During this time, he collaborated with IIT Kharagpur on a cutting-edge PET-based radiomics project in breast cancer aimed at predicting radiotherapy response—an effort that earned him a Certificate of Excellence in Research.
Dr. Santosham’s areas of expertise include precision radiotherapy for thoracic malignancies, brain tumors, head and neck cancers, breast cancer, urological and gynecological cancers. He has also undergone international training as a fellow at the renowned Royal Marsden Hospital in London and holds the prestigious FRCR in Clinical Oncology.
A strong advocate of wholistic oncology, Dr. Santosham integrates evidence-based cancer treatment with comprehensive supportive and palliative care, ensuring that patients receive compassionate, personalized care at every stage of their journey. With a strong foundation in both academic research and clinical practice, he is committed to delivering cutting-edge, patient-centered cancer care using the latest advancements in radiation therapy.
MBBS : Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
MD (Radiation Oncology) : Cancer Institute Adyar (W.I.A)
FRCR (Clinical Oncology) : UK
Fellowship in Advanced Specialization in Clinical Oncology and research (Tata Medical center, Kolkata)
C.E.R (IIT-Karaghpur)
The Padam Singh Award is presented annually at the AROI Tamil Nadu & Puducherry Chapter Conference to recognise the best poster presentation by a participant. Named in honour of Dr. Solomon Padam Singh — a stalwart of radiation oncology in India — this award celebrates excellence in research, innovation and presentation skills. It aims to inspire young oncologists and researchers to produce high-quality scientific work and share new ideas that advance cancer care in the region
The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is the UK’s leading professional body for clinical oncologists. It sets internationally recognised standards for training and practice, awards membership and fellowship to qualified doctors, and promotes excellence in cancer care worldwide.
The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) is Europe’s leading professional organisation for oncologists. It promotes excellence in cancer care through education, research, policy advocacy and the development of evidence-based clinical guidelines.
The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) is the only global organisation dedicated exclusively to the study and eradication of thoracic cancers, including lung, mesothelioma, and other chest malignancies. It unites clinicians, researchers, nurses and patient advocates worldwide to advance prevention, diagnosis, treatment and research, and develops widely used staging systems and clinical guidelines for lung and thoracic cancers.
The Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI) is the national professional body representing radiation oncologists in India.