🧑‍⚕️ Dr. Shishir Seth – Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant Specialist

Dr. Shishir Seth is a senior specialist in Haemato-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) based in Delhi, with over two decades of experience in managing complex hematological disorders and conducting advanced bone marrow transplants. Currently, he is a Senior Consultant at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Sarita Vihar, one of India’s premier institutions for oncology and transplant care.

Dr. Seth has performed 150+ hematopoietic stem cell transplants, encompassing autologous, allogeneic, haploidentical, and HLA-mismatched procedures. In addition, he has successfully managed 300+ induction therapies for patients with acute leukemias such as AML and ALL. His training includes a fellowship at Vancouver General Hospital and BC Cancer Agency, Canada, where he gained advanced exposure in leukemia care and transplant protocols.

He has previously served in leading roles at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, and held clinical positions at several other top hospitals in India.

🩺 Specialization & Expertise

Dr. Shishir Seth brings extensive expertise in the following areas:

• Bone Marrow Transplantation (Autologous, Allogeneic, Haploidentical, Antigen-mismatch)

• Acute Leukemia Management – AML (Acute Myeloid Leukemia) & ALL (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia)

• Chronic & Acute Hematologic Malignancies – Including Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, CML, and CLL

• Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes – Aplastic Anemia, Fanconi Anemia

• Bleeding & Clotting Disorders – ITP, Hemophilia, DVT, and other thrombotic conditions

• Anemia Management – Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Disease, Hemolytic and Nutritional Anemia

• Immunodeficiency & Supportive Hematology

🎓 Qualification

Dr. Seth’s academic background reflects a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research:

• MBBS – Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut (1999)

• MD (Pathology) – University of Mumbai (2005)

• DM (Clinical Hematology) – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2009)

• Fellowship in Leukemia & Bone Marrow Transplantation – Vancouver General Hospital & BC Cancer Agency, Canada

👨‍💼 Experience

With over 20 years in clinical hematology and transplant medicine, Dr. Seth has held significant positions across reputed institutions:

• Senior Consultant – Haemato-Oncology & BMT, Apollo Hospitals, Sarita Vihar, Delhi

• Consultant – Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre, Delhi

• Fellow – Leukemia and BMT, Vancouver General Hospital, Canada

• Senior Registrar – Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai

• Additional clinical roles at Moolchand Hospital, GTB Hospital, Bombay Hospital, and PD Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai

🏅 Fellowship / Membership

Dr. Shishir Seth is an active member of several national and international medical societies:

• Life Member – Indian Society of Hematology & Transfusion Medicine (ISHTM)

• Member – American Society of Hematology (ASH)

• Member – American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

• Registered Physician – Recognized by various state and national medical councils in India

🏆 Awards & Achievements

• Successfully completed 150+ bone marrow transplants, with approximately 40% comprising allogeneic and haploidentical procedures

• Oversaw 300+ induction chemotherapy protocols for newly diagnosed acute leukemia patients

• Led multiple clinical research initiatives, including:

  • Combination protocols such as Bendamustine + Rituximab in CLL

  • Use of Rituximab in Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL)

• Regularly invited as a speaker and presenter at national and international hematology conferences

• Recognized for his contribution in establishing advanced BMT protocols and enhancing patient survival outcomes in high-risk hematologic cases