Cancer Etiopathogenesis: Integrating Pathology and Microbiology

Dr. Harish Dara is a Consultant Surgical Oncologist with extensive experience in the comprehensive surgical management of solid organ malignancies. He specializes in head and neck cancers with reconstruction, oncoplastic breast surgery, Robotic and laparoscopic gastrointestinal and colorectal cancers, gynecological oncology, and complex cytoreductive surgeries including HIPEC. With over eleven years of focused oncology practice, Dr. Dara has been actively involved in managing advanced, recurrent, and high-risk cancers, often requiring multivisceral resections and multidisciplinary coordination. He has a particular interest in peritoneal surface malignancies, soft tissue sarcomas, and complex pelvic oncologic surgeries, and has successfully performed several long-duration, technically demanding procedures with favorable outcomes. Dr. Dara is deeply committed to evidence-based cancer care, surgical precision, and functional reconstruction, ensuring optimal oncologic clearance while prioritizing quality of life. He is also actively engaged in training young surgeons, surgical oncology education, and public cancer awareness initiatives. A strong advocate of multidisciplinary teamwork, Dr. Dara works closely with medical oncologists, anesthesiologists, critical care specialists, and allied teams to deliver holistic and patient-centered cancer care. His professional philosophy centers on ethical practice, surgical excellence, and compassionate care, with the ultimate goal of improving long-term outcomes for cancer patients.

Dr. Srinivasa Tejaswini Adada is a distinguished Medical Oncologist, Hematologist, and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Physician at Cancer Conscious Clinics. She specializes in precision oncology, translational cancer research, and advanced hematologic malignancy management, with a strong focus on integrating innovation into clinical cancer care. She is the Co-founder and Director of Cancer Conscious Clinics, Fifthcare Solutions, and MEDHIC.AI, where she leads the development of AI-driven oncology and digital health platforms aimed at enhancing diagnostic accuracy, optimizing therapeutic outcomes, and advancing personalized medicine. Her work represents a significant shift toward data-informed and technology-enabled cancer treatment paradigms. Dr. Tejaswini has undertaken advanced executive education in Healthcare Management and Innovation from the Indian School of Business (ISB), Oxford Saïd Business School, and the Cambridge Centre for Innovation and Development, equipping her with a rare blend of clinical expertise, strategic leadership, and healthcare innovation acumen. She is an active contributor to global oncology research and professional collaboration through her memberships in ESMO, ASCO, ISMPO, and ISBMT. Her multidisciplinary work spans clinical trial supervision, biomarker-driven research, immunotherapy innovations, and next-generation therapeutic strategies. Her current academic and clinical focus lies at the intersection of precision oncology, immunotherapy, and AI-enhanced diagnostic platforms, positioning her as a leader in technology-driven, evidence-based cancer care with the goal of improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and clinical excellence.

Dr. M. Yogambal is an accomplished Associate Professor of Pathology, Gynaecologic and Oncopathologist, and a dedicated medical educator with extensive experience in academic pathology and competency-based medical education. She is currently affiliated with Government Stanley Medical College and RSRM Lying-in Hospital, Chennai, and has contributed significantly to both undergraduate and postgraduate medical training across several Government Medical Colleges in Tamil Nadu. She holds an MBBS, MD (Pathology), DNB (Pathology), and M.Med in Family Medicine, along with additional certifications in cervical cytology, immunohistochemistry, and clinical pathology. Her core academic interests include histopathology, cytology, gynaecologic pathology, oncopathology, and innovative approaches to medical education. Dr. Yogambal is an accomplished academician with multiple national and international publications, conference presentations, and invited Continuing Medical Education (CME) lectures to her credit. She has been recognized with several prestigious honors, including the Best Doctor Award and Best Paper Award in Medical Education, reflecting her commitment to excellence in patient care, teaching, and research. In addition to her academic and clinical contributions, she has actively participated in the development of academic textbooks and postgraduate preparatory resources, contributing to the advancement of medical education and training.

Dr. Sanjay Prakash Dhangar is a distinguished urologist, academician, and researcher with extensive experience in clinical urology and surgical sciences. He completed his MBBS from Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sewagram, Wardha (2005), followed by postgraduate training from Asopa Hospital and Research Center, Agra (2009). He pursued his super-specialization in Urology from Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune (2015). He currently serves as Clinical Head of the Department of Urology at Bharati Hospital & Research Center, BVU, Pune. He is also certified in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, reflecting his interest in integrating advanced technologies into modern clinical practice. Dr. Dhangar holds numerous prestigious fellowships and professional distinctions, including Fellow Robotic Surgeon, FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons), FMAS (Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery), and FAIS (Fellowship of the Association of Indian Surgeons). He also holds several additional academic credentials, including MNAMS, FIAMR, FSASS, CC IPR (FICCI), MIARC, FIARA, FLMINSC, FMRC, and RFIOASD. He has received multiple awards in recognition of his contributions to surgery, urology, teaching, and research. Notable honors include: • Best Researcher Award (2021) • Best Teacher Award (2021) • Asia’s Health Professional Award for Men’s Sexual Health (2021) • Lifetime Achievement Award (2021) • Outstanding Faculty of the Year (2022) • Best Editor Awards (2021 & 2022) • Swami Vivekanand Youth Service Award (2025) An accomplished academician, Dr. Dhangar has published more than 60 research articles, case reports, review articles, and editorials in national and international journals. He has authored several books, including New Insights on Urology and Urological Research (SP’z Series Part I, II & III), Contemporary Urology: Precision Diagnostics, Regenerative Therapies, Minimally Invasive Surgical Advances & Artificial Intelligence in Urology, and Common Drugs in Urology Practice. He has also contributed chapters on topics such as varicocele, artificial intelligence in healthcare, kidney stone disease, and sustainable healthcare practices. He has served as an editor for academic works, including Futuristic Trends in Medical Sciences, and is currently Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Case Reports and Images in Urology and the World Journal of Advance Pharmaceutical Science. Additionally, he is a member of the editorial board of several urology and reproductive medicine journals. Dr. Dhangar holds associate memberships in more than 50 national and international surgical, urological, scientific, and professional organizations. With vast clinical experience, he has performed more than 20,000 urological procedures, including advanced endourological surgeries (RIRS, HoLEP, ThuLEP), pediatric and geriatric urology, laparoscopic and robotic procedures, microsurgery, andrology, uro-oncology, and open urological surgeries. His surgical experience continues to expand with ongoing clinical practice.

Dr. Vinayak J. Shenage is an accomplished Cancer Surgeon and academician with extensive experience in surgical oncology and advanced minimally invasive procedures. He completed his MBBS from Rural Medical College, Loni (Pune University), followed by DNB in General Surgery from Poona Hospital and Research Centre, Pune, where he received training in advanced laparoscopy, trauma, and complex surgical procedures under expert guidance. He further advanced his surgical expertise at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, one of India’s premier oncology centers, where he served as Senior Resident and Senior Research Fellow for over four years. During this period, he gained comprehensive experience across multiple oncological specialties, including head and neck, breast, thoracic, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary cancer surgeries, along with palliative care and multidisciplinary cancer management. Dr. Shenage holds multiple fellowships, including FIAEGS, FALS (Robotics), and FARIS in Robotic Surgery, reflecting his proficiency in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques. He is currently pursuing training in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, demonstrating his commitment to integrating emerging technologies into clinical practice. Since 2014, he has been serving as Consultant Cancer Surgeon and Professor & Head of Unit at SMBT IMS & RC, Nashik. He has performed over 5,000 cancer surgeries, with expertise spanning complex oncological resections, reconstructive procedures, and minimally invasive techniques. His clinical excellence, academic involvement, and dedication to innovation continue to contribute significantly to the advancement of surgical oncology and patient care.