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Dr. A. K. Dhar.MEDICAL ONCOLOGISTBook appointment

ABOUT THE DOCTOR

A lifetime devoted to
cancer care.

Dr. (Brig.) A. K. Dhar is Clinical Director and Head of Medical Oncology at Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram — bringing more than three decades of experience, military discipline, and a calm bedside manner to every consultation.

Dr. (Brig.) A. K. Dhar in clinic
35+Years in medical oncology
50,000+Patients guided in care
VSMVishisht Seva Medal, 2011
2024Lifetime Achievement Award
HIS JOURNEY

Experience forged in
service and scholarship.

A post-doctoral fellow from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, Dr. Dhar has spent over 35 years caring for people with solid tumours and blood cancers. His career spans the Armed Forces Medical Services and leading civilian oncology centres across India.

He helped establish premier oncology programmes — including at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi — and was honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal by the President of India for distinguished service. Today, he continues that same standard of care at Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram.

Beyond the clinic, he mentors postgraduate and DNB oncology trainees, believing that excellent cancer care is multiplied when knowledge is shared with the next generation of doctors.

  • Post-doctoral fellow, Tata Memorial Hospital
  • Armed Forces leadership in oncology services
  • Mentor across MD & DNB oncology programmes
TRAINING & CAREER

Foundations that shape
every consultation.

Education
  1. Post-doctoral training, Medical OncologyTata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
  2. MD, Internal MedicineKing George’s Medical College, Lucknow
  3. MBBSKing George’s Medical College, Lucknow
Selected experience
  1. Clinical Director & Head, Medical OncologyMarengo Asia Hospitals, GurugramCurrent practice
  2. Director — OncologyFortis Memorial Research Institute & Artemis Health Institute, Gurugram
  3. Head — Oncology CentreArmy Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantt
  4. Leadership roles across premier centresIncluding TMH Jamshedpur, Bhagwan Mahavir Cancer Hospital, and Command Hospitals
AREAS OF FOCUS

Where deep expertise
meets personal care.

From first diagnosis to complex pathways, care is tailored to the person — not only the disease.

01

Solid tumour oncology

Thoughtful systemic care across breast, lung, colorectal, prostate and other solid tumours.

02

Blood cancers

Experience with lymphoma, leukaemia, multiple myeloma and complex haematological pathways.

03

Second opinions

Clear review of reports and options when families need confidence before the next step.

04

Teaching & mentorship

Guiding MD and DNB oncology trainees — care that also shapes the next generation of oncologists.

RECOGNITION

Honours that reflect
a life of service.

From military commendations to national oncology awards, these milestones mark a career devoted to patients, teaching, and building stronger cancer programmes.

  • 01Vishisht Seva Medal by the President of India (2011)
  • 02Lifetime Achievement Award, Indian Oncology Society (2024)
  • 03Certificate of Recognition, Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (2021)
  • 04Commendation medals for meritorious service in the Armed Forces
  • 05Developed DNB Medical Oncology programme at Army Hospital (R&R)
  • 06Invited speaker and presenter at national oncology conferences
HOW HE CARES

A philosophy built on
trust and time.

Clarity before complexity

Every consultation starts with listening — then explaining options in language that feels human.

Evidence with empathy

Modern oncology protocols, tempered by what matters most to you and your family.

Care that includes the family

Decisions are shared. Support extends beyond the treatment plan to the people walking with you.

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