Biography

 

I was born in India and grew up in a family of physicians. My parents are both doctors, and from an early age I knew I wanted to follow the same path. My father is a cardiologist and continues to practice medicine, and I remember helping him with electrocardiograms when I was only 8 years old.

 

I entered medical school in India in 1984 at the age of 16, directly after high school. After completing medical school, I trained and practiced for 3 years in the British National Health Service. In 1993, I moved to New York when my husband began his orthopedic training.

 

After practicing internal medicine in New Jersey for several years, I chose to specialize in oncology. I was drawn to oncology because it requires physicians not only to provide medical expertise but also to offer compassion and emotional support to patients during difficult times. I have been practicing oncology, particularly cancer chemotherapy, since 1996.

 

About my practice

 

Practicing medicine allows me to connect with and help people in meaningful ways. While medical knowledge and technical skills are essential, I believe being a good listener and responding to members’ real needs is equally important.

 

I feel honored that members entrust me with their care, and I strive to treat every member with the same compassion and respect that I would want for my own family.

 

My Cancer Subspecialty Focus

 

My clinical focus includes the treatment of gynecologic and lung cancers, as well as the care of members with benign and malignant hematologic disorders. I am committed to developing individual treatment plans that include recent scientific advances while supporting each member’s goals and overall well-being.

 

Regional Expertise on Multidisciplinary Teams

 

I collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams composed of specialists in medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology, pathology, surgery, and supportive care services. This approach ensures that members receive comprehensive care that is based on evidence and current research and is aligned with national best practices.

 

Research and Clinical Trials

 

I am actively involved in advancing cancer care through clinical trials as part of the National Cancer Institute’s Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP). As a sub-investigator, I contribute to national research efforts through partnerships with leading cooperative oncology groups, including:

• SWOG Cancer Research Network
• National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP)
• Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
• NRG Oncology

Through these collaborations, I help bring innovative and promising therapies to patients in our community.

 

How I thrive

 

Maintaining balance in my life is very important to me. Kaiser Permanente allows me to pursue my passion for medicine while also caring for my family and spending meaningful time with them.