About Dr. Smitha Saldanha

Dr. Smitha Saldanha is an experienced Medical Oncologist, Hemato-Oncologist and Bone Marrow Transplant Specialist in Bangalore with specialised expertise in the diagnosis and medical treatment of solid tumors and blood cancers.

Her areas of expertise include breast cancer, leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, gastrointestinal cancers, genitourinary cancers, head and neck cancers, lung cancer and selected pediatric tumors.

Dr. Smitha Saldanha has a special interest in haemato-oncology and bone marrow transplantation and provides comprehensive care for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma and other hematological malignancies.

Her clinical practice includes chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy and other systemic cancer treatments selected according to the type, stage and molecular characteristics of the disease.

She also has experience in the management of breast, lung, gastrointestinal and genitourinary cancers through multidisciplinary treatment planning in coordination with surgical and radiation oncology teams.

Dr. Smitha Saldanha follows an individualised and evidence-based approach to cancer care, with emphasis on selecting appropriate systemic treatment, monitoring treatment response and supporting patients throughout their cancer journey.

Cancers Treated by Dr. Smitha Saldanha

Breast Cancer Treatment

Comprehensive medical management of breast cancer using chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy depending on the tumor type, stage and biomarker profile.

Leukemia Treatment

Diagnosis and systemic treatment of acute and chronic leukemias using personalised chemotherapy, targeted therapy and other hematological cancer treatments.

Lymphoma Treatment

Medical management of Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas using appropriate chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted treatment based on disease subtype and stage.

Multiple Myeloma Treatment

Comprehensive treatment of multiple myeloma using systemic therapies, targeted agents and bone marrow transplant evaluation when clinically appropriate.

Bone Marrow Transplantation

Specialised assessment and treatment planning for selected patients with blood cancers and hematological disorders requiring bone marrow or stem cell transplantation.

Lung Cancer Treatment

Personalised systemic treatment for lung cancer using chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy according to histology, stage and molecular test results.

Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment

Medical oncology treatment for cancers affecting the stomach, colon, rectum, pancreas and other parts of the gastrointestinal system.

Genitourinary Cancer Treatment

Systemic treatment for selected cancers involving the kidney, bladder, prostate and other genitourinary organs using evidence-based oncology therapies.

Head and Neck Cancer Treatment

Medical oncology management of head and neck cancers using chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy as part of a multidisciplinary treatment approach.

Chemotherapy

Personalised chemotherapy planning and administration for solid tumors and blood cancers with regular monitoring of treatment response and side effects.

Immunotherapy & Targeted Therapy

Advanced systemic cancer treatments designed to target specific molecular pathways or activate the immune system against cancer based on appropriate clinical and biomarker assessment.