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Bridging Continents Through Cancer Care: Oncology updates and Indo-Canadian SBRT Workshop at HIMS, SRHU

Published on: February 8, 2026

The Department of Radiation Oncology at the Cancer Care & Research Center (CCRC), Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), successfully hosted the Indo-Canadian Oncology Conference and hands-on Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) workshop on 7-8 February 2026. Titled “Oncology Updates & Indo-Canadian SBRT Workshop: From Rockies to Himalayas,” this two-day national event marked a major academic milestone in cancer care, education, and research.

Inaugurated by Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President, SRHU, with traditional lamp lighting, the conference emphasized international collaboration and advanced radiation technologies to enhance cancer outcomes while prioritizing compassionate, patient-centered care.

CCRC reaffirmed its legacy as a pioneer in oncology services, education, and research, serving as a vital center for patient healing and training oncology professionals nationwide. Organized under Prof. Sunil Saini (Chairperson) and Prof. Vipul (Secretary), the dedicated team—including Dr. Mansi, Dr. Viney, Dr. Anmol, Dr. Ravi Kant, Dr. Jyoti Bisht, Mr. Rishabh Dobhal, and Dr. Anu—along with enthusiastic student volunteers, ensured seamless scientific sessions, workshops, poster presentations, and student activities.

The hands-on SBRT workshop stood out, showcasing this advanced technique for precise high-dose radiation delivery in fewer sessions, improving tumor control, patient comfort, and reducing healthy tissue exposure and hospital visits. It offered rare practical training to students, residents, and young faculty from institutions like SGPGI Lucknow, AIIMS Rishikesh, Chandigarh, Delhi, and across India, bridging theory and clinical practice.A dedicated poster session featured innovative oncology research by students and young researchers, promoting scholarly interaction, critical feedback, and a research-oriented environment.Distinguished Canadian faculty shared global expertise on advanced techniques, enriching discussions, while approximately 160 Indian faculty participated, making it a truly national gathering.The transformative event concluded successfully, reinforcing CCRC-HIMS’s commitment to excellence in cancer education, research, and care, while inspiring the next generation through mentorship and knowledge exchange.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.