Designation of Dr. Revathi Raj
Dr. Revathi Raj
Pediatric Hematologist & BMT Specialist
Senior Consultant – Pediatric Hematology Oncology
Apollo Cancer Centre, Teynampet, Chennai
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Revathi Raj
- Dr. Revathi Raj is one of the leading Pediatric Hematologist in India who has been practicing successfully for over 24 years.
- She has a strong interest in adult medicine and hematology, and her areas of expertise include hemophilia and sickle-cell disease. In addition, she also provides treatments for thalassemia, eosinophilia, male and female health screening, and biochemistry.
- Her extensive list of services includes Chelation Treatment, BMT, Eosinophilia Treatment, Blood Transfusion, and many more.
- Her success in treating pediatric leukemia and lymphoma is impressive, with over 80% of cases being cured. Being actively involved in the Hematopoietic BMT unit, Dr. Revathi Raj makes a substantial contribution to the progress of healthcare.
- She is currently associated with Apollo Cancer Centre, Chennai where is serving as a Senior Consultant in the Department of Pediatric Hematology Oncology. Additionally, she leads CME sessions at the hospital and teaches nurses cancer care and how to administer chemo.
- Driven by her dedication to learning, she also serves as the program director at the National Boards Fellowship programme in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, preparing the next medical professionals in this specialized area.
Dr. Revathi Raj’s Expertise
- Hemato-Oncology (Pediatrics)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorders
- BMT
- Biochemistry
- Blood and Marrow Transplantation – Matched and Unmatched
- Chelation Treatment
- Eosinophilia Treatment
- Hemophilia
- Childhood Leukemia
- Lymphatic drainage
- Primary Immune Deficiency and Thalassemia
Work Experience of Dr. Revathi Raj
Dr. Revathi Raj has 24 years of experience in Hematology, Oncology, and BMT. Her work experience over the years include:
- Senior Consultant – Pediatric Hematology Oncology; Apollo Cancer Centre, Chennai (Present)
- Consultant – Pediatric Hematology; Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
- Honorary Consultant; The Voluntary Health Services, Chennai
Dr. Revathi Raj’s Qualifications
- MBBS from Madras University, Chennai, India in 1991
- Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University (TNMGRMU) in 1993
- MRCP from Royal College of Physicians, Pediatrics, Edinburgh in 1995
- FRCP, Hematology from Royal College of Pathology in 2001
Memberships of Dr. Revathi Raj
- Indian Academy of Pediatrics
- IAP- Pediatric Hematology, Oncology
- Tamil Nadu Pediatric Oncology Group
- British Society of Hematology
- Member of SIOP (Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology)
- Member of the Royal College of Pathologists
- Indian Society for Primary Immune Deficiency
Publications of Dr. Revathi Raj
- Dr. Revathi Raj has published numerous projects and journals related to the diagnosis and treatment of childhood cancer.