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The best oncologists in Nanakramguda, Hyderabad include Dr. Rigved Nittala, Dr. Madala Ravi Krishna, Dr. Chinna Babu Dracham, Dr. Sri Harsha Talluri and Dr. Srigadha Vivek Kumar, all consultants at Medicover Hospitals, Financial District. Together they cover surgical, medical, hemato- and radiation oncology. Last updated: October 2026.
Nanakramguda is the heart of Hyderabad’s Financial District, close to Gachibowli, Kokapet and Manikonda. A cancer diagnosis, or a worrying lump, scan or blood report, is stressful, and having surgical, medical and radiation specialists in one place can save precious time.
This guide lists five oncologists practising at Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, Nanakramguda. Each profile is based on information published on the hospital’s own doctor page; please confirm current availability and timings with the hospital before visiting. Other hospitals in the area also have cancer specialists, so this is not a complete list.
Top 5 Oncologists in Nanakramguda at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Specialisation | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Rigved Nittala | Surgical oncology (Director, Oncology) | 15+ years |
| 2 | Dr. Madala Ravi Krishna | Medical & hemato-oncology, BMT | 10+ years |
| 3 | Dr. Chinna Babu Dracham | Radiation oncology | 11+ years |
| 4 | Dr. Sri Harsha Talluri | Surgical & robotic oncology | 10+ years |
| 5 | Dr. Srigadha Vivek Kumar | Medical oncology | DM, Tata Memorial |
1. Dr. Rigved Nittala — Director & Senior Consultant, Department of Oncology, Medicover Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology) |
| Memberships | Indian Association of Surgical Oncology, Andhra Pradesh Association of Surgical Oncology (founding and executive committee member), Society of Surgical Oncology (USA), European Society of Surgical Oncology, Indian Medical Association, Association of Surgeons of India |
| Hospital | Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Hyderabad |
| Known For | Breast, thoracic, uro-oncology and GI-HPB cancer surgery, HIPEC, minimally invasive surgery |
Dr. Rigved Nittala is Director and Senior Consultant of the Department of Oncology at Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, with more than 15 years of experience. He holds an MCh in Surgical Oncology and treats both adult and paediatric cancers surgically.
His listed areas include breast oncology and oncoplasty, thoracic oncology, uro-oncology, GI and hepatopancreatobiliary cancers, cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC, minimally invasive cancer surgery and complex or recurrent multi-organ cancer surgery. He is a founding and executive committee member of the Andhra Pradesh Association of Surgical Oncology.
Why choose Dr. Rigved: A department head with broad surgical cancer experience across breast, chest, urological and abdominal cancers.
2. Dr. Madala Ravi Krishna — Senior Consultant, Lead Medical & Hemato-Oncologist, Medicover Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (Kurnool Medical College), MD (SVIMS), DM Medical Oncology (Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai) |
| Memberships | ASCO, ESMO, Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology |
| Hospital | Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Hyderabad |
| Known For | Blood cancers, bone marrow transplant, CAR-T and cellular therapy, lung and GI cancers |
Dr. Madala Ravi Krishna is Lead Medical and Hemato-Oncologist and a Bone Marrow and Cellular Therapy Physician at Medicover Hospitals, Financial District. He trained in medical oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and has more than 10 years of experience.
His profile lists lymphoma, leukaemia and multiple myeloma, bone marrow transplantation and CAR-T cell therapy, lung, gastrointestinal and head and neck cancers, precision oncology, genetic counselling and geriatric oncology. He is a member of ASCO, ESMO and ISMPO.
Why choose Dr. Ravi Krishna: A good fit for blood cancers and for patients who may need bone marrow transplant or cellular therapy.
3. Dr. Chinna Babu Dracham — Senior Consultant and Head of Radiation Oncology, Medicover Hospitals
| Qualifications | MD (Radiation Oncology) |
| Memberships | AROI, ASCO, ESMO, ASTRO, Academy of Oncology Bone Marrow |
| Hospital | Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Hyderabad |
| Known For | Radiotherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, brachytherapy |
Dr. Chinna Babu Dracham is Senior Consultant and Head of Radiation Oncology at Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, with more than 11 years of experience.
His profile lists radiation therapy, stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and brachytherapy for gynaecological, breast, lung, head and neck, brain, genitourinary, gastrointestinal and paediatric solid tumours. He is a member of the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India, ASCO, ESMO and ASTRO.
Why choose Dr. Chinna Babu: A radiation oncologist who heads the department, useful when radiotherapy or radiosurgery is part of the plan.
4. Dr. Sri Harsha Talluri — Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist and Robotic Cancer Surgeon, Medicover Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (Osmania University), MS General Surgery and MCh Surgical Oncology (AIIMS, New Delhi) |
| Memberships | Association of Surgeons of India, Indian Association of Surgical Oncology, ESMO, Asian Society of Gynecologic Oncology |
| Hospital | Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Hyderabad |
| Known For | Robotic cancer surgery, gynaecological and breast cancer surgery, HIPEC, thyroid cancer |
Dr. Sri Harsha Talluri is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist and Robotic Cancer Surgeon at Medicover Hospitals, Financial District. He completed both his MS in General Surgery and MCh in Surgical Oncology at AIIMS, New Delhi, and has more than 10 years of experience.
His profile lists gynaecological oncology, peritoneal surface malignancies, cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC, robotic and advanced laparoscopic cancer surgery, breast cancer surgery and complex or recurrent thyroid cancer surgery.
Why choose Dr. Sri Harsha: An AIIMS-trained surgeon offering robotic and minimally invasive options for gynaecological, breast and thyroid cancers.
5. Dr. Srigadha Vivek Kumar — Consultant Medical Oncologist, Medicover Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (Osmania Medical College), MD Internal Medicine (NIMS, Hyderabad), DM Medical Oncology (Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai) |
| Memberships | ESMO, Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology |
| Hospital | Medicover Hospitals, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Hyderabad |
| Known For | Lung, breast and GI cancers, blood cancers, immunotherapy, targeted therapy |
Dr. Srigadha Vivek Kumar is a Consultant Medical Oncologist at Medicover Hospitals, Financial District. He completed his MD in Internal Medicine at NIMS, Hyderabad, and his DM in Medical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
His profile lists lung, breast and gastrointestinal cancers, blood and lymph node cancers, bone marrow transplantation and cellular therapy, with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy and hormonal therapy. He is a member of ESMO and the Indian Society of Medical and Paediatric Oncology.
Why choose Dr. Vivek: A Tata Memorial-trained medical oncologist and a newer consultant, a good option for chemotherapy and targeted treatment planning.
How to Choose the Right Oncologist in Nanakramguda
- Match the specialty to your stage of care: a medical oncologist plans chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy; a surgical oncologist operates on tumours; a radiation oncologist plans radiotherapy. Most cancers need a team.
- Check the qualification: look for a DM in Medical Oncology, an MCh or DrNB in Surgical Oncology, or an MD in Radiation Oncology.
- Ask about a tumour board: a multidisciplinary meeting of surgeons, oncologists and radiologists helps decide the best plan.
- Look at the set-up: chemotherapy day-care, imaging, pathology and radiation facilities in one place make treatment smoother.
- Bring your records: biopsy and scan reports, blood tests and a list of medicines make a first visit far more useful. A second opinion is reasonable before major treatment.
Symptoms That Should Not Wait
Red-Flag Alert
See a doctor promptly for a lump or swelling that is growing, unexplained weight loss, blood in the stool, urine or sputum, a sore or ulcer that does not heal in three weeks, or a persistent cough or hoarse voice. Go to an emergency department for fever with chills during chemotherapy, uncontrolled bleeding, severe breathlessness, or sudden severe pain.
When to See a Doctor in Hyderabad
If you have a vague symptom such as tiredness, weight loss, a lump you are unsure about or an abnormal blood count, a first assessment with a general physician is a sensible starting point. At Suguna Clinic, Dr. Ram Kumar can examine you, order basic blood tests and arrange the right scans or biopsy, and refer you to an oncologist promptly if cancer is suspected. A referral is not compulsory, and you can see an oncologist directly if you already have a diagnosis.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not medical advice or a ranking endorsed by any hospital. Doctor profiles are compiled from publicly available hospital pages and may change; confirm details with the hospital. Consult a qualified oncologist for diagnosis and treatment.
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