The Foundation

Dr. Nori is a non-resident Indian and internationally renowned Oncologist. He is presently the Chairman, Dept of Radiation Oncology. The New York Presbyterian Hospital, the Joan and Sanford Well Medical College and Graduate School of Medical Sciences of Cornell University, The New York Hospital Medical Centre of Queens Westchester Square Medical Centre. The Institute received immense benefit from his expertise in cancer management. Patients look forward to his yearly visits to this Institute to benefit from his experience and expertise.

He is recently awarded Padmashri, the highest civilian award from the government of India for his remarkable services in the field of Oncology.

Sri J. Siva Rama Prasad a Chartered Accountant by profession with 20 years of experience has been the Director of Kakatiya Cement & Sugar Industries Limited and is a Director in several business enterprises. With his vast administrative and financial experiences, he is guiding the Institute in financial planning and administrative matters.

Nageswara Rao was born in Balapala Village in Warangal Dist. NAMA; entered politics with a view to introducing ethical values and practices which he already inculcated in his business enterprises. Having succeeded as an entrepreneur and businessman. He is a member of the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament). As a trustee, he is guiding the Institute to provide better & affordable medical care to cancer patients.

Dr. Gaddam Dasaratha Rama Reddy, a pediatrician Cardiologist is a physician who has chosen to specialize in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease and defects of the heart and circulatory system. With his vast experience, he is guiding the hospital to acquire the latest medical knowledge/facilities.

Sribharat holds an undergraduate degree from Purdue University, West Lafayette, in B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Class of 2010. He also completed a joint degree MBA/MA Education, Class of 2016, at Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA, USA.

After returning to India from Stanford in 2016, he established a 3.5MW solar power plant and led the company’s foray into Solar Power generation. He is also diversifying into Hydro energy and Chemical Waste treatment. He is deeply passionate about utilizing his knowledge and skills to develop renewable energy, sustainable growth, and waste management solutions.

In 2024, Sribharat was elected as the Member of Parliament for the 18th Lok Sabha, representing the Visakhapatnam constituency. His election highlights his dedication to public service and his commitment to driving positive change in the community.

Bharat currently serves as a Board Member of TiE Amaravati and as Board Member and Learning Chair of EO Andhra Pradesh. He is an active member of Hyderabad Angels and Andhra Angels, and is an investor in and advisor to a select group of promising startups.

With his vast experience and visionary leadership, Sribharat will be guiding the hospital in new technology endeavors, ensuring we remain at the forefront of medical innovation and continue to provide exceptional care to our patients.

Dr. Raghava Polavarapu practices orthopedic surgery in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Polavarapu graduated with an MD 45 years ago. Being a senior medical professional with vast experience contributed to the development of the cancer institute.

Mrs Nara Brahmani is the Executive Director of Heritage Foods Ltd, one of the largest and fastest-growing dairy companies in India. At Heritage Foods, Brahmani is focused on strategic resource allocation, digital transformation, business development and marketing initiatives. She strongly believes that milk plays a vital role in bringing nutrition to the nation. Prior to joining Heritage Foods, Brahmani worked at Vertex Venture Management, a Venture Capital subsidiary of Temasek Holdings, as the youngest member of the investment team. She focused on growth equity investments. She also pursued a marketing internship program at Danone, Paris and Danone Baby Nutrition, Schipol while pursuing her MBA.

Mrs Nara Brahmani holds an MBA degree from Stanford Graduate School of Business and a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from Santa Clara University. While at Stanford, Mrs Nara Brahmani was on the leadership teams of the Marketing and FARM clubs. She graduated Summa cum Laude from SCU in 2009, was on the Dean’s List, was a member of Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society and received the Academic Achievement Award for securing the highest GPA. She also completed an Executive Education program in Digital Marketing Strategies from Kellogg.

Mrs Nara Brahmani was a speaker/panellist at FICCI FLO Hyderabad; National Women’s Congress 2016; Food Fortification & Malnutrition in India discussion conducted by Economic Times, Dupont and A.T.Kearney India in 2016; Responsible Business Forum on Sustainable Development 2016 (Singapore) – Zero Hunger Challenge; Powering Economic Growth Through Cost and Management Accounting conference in Feb 2015 etc. She is also a member of the YPO Hyderabad chapter.

With her vast experience, she will be guiding the hospital in new technology endeavours.

A Master of Precision:

Trained in world-class UK hospitals, Dr. Krishnaiah is renowned for his precision and meticulous surgical techniques, consistently achieving outstanding results with remarkably low complication rates.

He is a pioneer in India, having introduced the first stem cell therapy for AVN in Hyderabad, pushing the boundaries of patient care and offering new hope to countless individuals.
An Educator and Leader:

Dr. Krishnaiah’s passion for knowledge extends beyond surgery. He is a dedicated educator, serving as a teaching faculty for Orthopaedic surgeons at national conferences and workshops, shaping the future of the field.

His administrative experience includes leading the Orthopaedic units at various hospitals, where he streamlined operations and gained valuable leadership skills.
A Champion for Regenerative Medicine:

At the forefront of advancements, Dr. Krishnaiah embraces the potential of regenerative medicine. He is a strong proponent of utilizing stem cells and PRP to heal and regenerate damaged tissues, offering minimally invasive solutions for patients suffering from joint problems.

Compassion at the Core:

Dr. Krishnaiah’s dedication extends beyond the operating room. He is deeply committed to serving the underprivileged, having treated cerebral palsy children free of charge for 30 years. This unwavering compassion embodies the true essence of healthcare.

• Ghatge Memorial Oration – IMA, Hyderabad – 2004
• NBK Reddy Oration – ASI Nellore
• Dr.Sirish.K.Bhansali Oration – ASICON, 2014, Ahmedabad
• He organized 20 Live Surgical Operative workshops across the country

And has 16 publications in National and International Journals

He was co-investigator in 2 randomized multi-center international trials. He is presently Secretary of Indian Association of Surgeons, President of Ostomy Association of India, Scientific Advisor-Guidelines on Cancer Nutrition and Member, ICMR Task Force on Cervical Cancer. He is a keen sportsman and was a national level player of Hockey and state level player in Cricket. He captained Kakatiya University and south zone combined universities Hockey teams during his college days.

He has been instrumental in starting M.Ch and DNB courses in Surgical Oncology at MNJ Institute of Oncology and BIACH & RI respectively.

Mr. Sunil Tandon is an accomplished professional with a dynamic span of nearly 28 years in Operations, Sales, Marketing, Business, and Brand Development. His educational foundation is as diverse and comprehensive as his career, holding an MBA in Marketing Management from Annamalai University, a Bachelor of Tourism, and a Diploma in Hotel Management from Delhi Institute of Management Studies.

Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Tandon has demonstrated profound expertise and leadership across various significant roles both in India and internationally, including in the UAE and Thailand. His adept skills in business excellence, process management, strategic planning, budgeting, execution, and human resource management have consistently driven substantial growth and efficiency in every organization he has been a part of.

Mr. Tandon’s exceptional services in the hospitality industry have not only earned him the title of “Hospitality Super Star” by the World HRD Congress but also garnered recognition from the White House, USA, with a “Certificate of Appreciation” for his impeccable service to Mr. Bill Clinton as his Personal Butler.

His notable leadership roles include serving as the Associate Vice President of Hospitality for Yashoda Hospitals, and Global Health City, Consultant and AVP for Chariot Beach Resort Mahabalipuram, Vice President of Operations for FLPOLA Retail India Pvt Ltd, General Manager for Welcomhotel-ITC’s Hotel, and Radisson in Coimbatore and Gorakhpur, as well as Regional General Manager for MGM Hotels & Resorts.

Dr. Phani Koteswararao has vast experience in the health care sector.  He completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Gynecology and Obstetrics (DGO) and Post Graduate Diploma in Laryngology and Otology (DLO) from Rangaraya Medical College, Kakinada.
M.B.B.S. from Andhra Medical College Visakhapatnam.

He joined as a Civil Assistant Surgeon in Primary Health Care (PHC) Ravikampadu in 1982 and worked for 3 Years.

As a Civil Assistant Surgeon, he worked at District Hospital, Eluru from 1986 for 12 years, then he was Promoted as a civil surgeon specialist in 2001 and worked as Medical Superintendent for 100 bedded Area Hospitals Ramachandrapuram and Tanuku – 5 years 6 months.

In 2006 he was promoted as District Coordinator for Hospital Services and worked as DCHS for 4 yrs in Rajahmundry E.G.DT. after that In 2009, he was promoted and posted as a Joint Commissioner at Andhra Pradesh Vaidya Vidhana Parishad (APVVP). He retired as an APVVP commissioner on 30-06-2012.

After retiring from APVVP, he worked as a Chief Medical Auditor at Aarogysri (AP), Executive Officer (Admin and Planning & Co-ordination), Aarogyasri Health Care Trust, Dr.NTR Vaidyaseva Trust from Nov.2012 to Jan. 2016.
Medical Superintendent Orange Hospital from Feb 2016 to Feb 2017.
Medical Administrator Kamineni Institute of medical sciences, L.B.NAGAR Aug 2017 to Sep 2018.
Now he is working as Medical Superintendent at Basavatarakam Indo-American Cancer Hospital & Research Institute, Hyderabad.

Achievements:
As District Coordinator for Health Services (DCHS awarded as the best DCHS under Andhra Pradesh Vaidya Vidhana Parishad (APVVP)
As Superintendent, Area Hospital Tanuku stood first in overall best performance hospitals under Andhra Pradesh Vaidya Vidhana Parishad (APVVP).

A seasoned financial executive with over three decades of experience in accounting, finance, and strategic management across diverse sectors including IT, education, and manufacturing. As a qualified Company Secretary and MBA in Finance, Alwar Narayanan excels in financial planning, budgeting, financial control, and cost control, consistently driving revenue growth and cost reduction. At the Indian School of Business, where he also completed the prestigious Accelerated Management Program, he has successfully led financial operations, established robust financial structures, and managed large cross-functional teams. Alwar possesses deep expertise in audit, financial control, FCRA compliance, and ERP systems. He is adept at strategic planning, risk management, and enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for his leadership, Alwar has a proven track record of negotiating beneficial contracts and fostering strong relationships with financial institutions, ensuring fiscal integrity and sustainable growth.

Scientific Advisory Board:

Chief Scientific Advisor

Dattatreyudu Nori,

MD, FACR, FASTRO

Director, Cancer Center

Professor & Chairman, Department of Radiation Oncology

New York Hospital Queens

Professor & Executive Vice-Chairman, Department of Radiation Oncology

New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center (USA)

Scientific Advisor

Dr. Chandrakanth Are, 

MD, MBA, FRCS, FACS

1. Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education – Designate Institutional Official (DIO), University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA.

2. Designated Institutional official- Clarkson Family Medicine Program-Nebraska Medicine.

3. Jerald L & Carolynn J Varner Professor in Surgical Oncology & Global Health.

4. Vice-Chair Education

5. Tenure position- 2016- present

International Scientific Advisors

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (USA)

• Jatin Shah, M.D.

• Manjit Bains, M.D.

• Promod Sogani, M.D.

• William Hoskins, M.D.

• Ashok Shaha, M.D.

• Beryl McCormick, M.D.

New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center (USA)

• Mark Pasmantier, M.D.

• Morton Coleman, M.D.

• Thomas Caputo, M.D.

• Jeffrey Milsom, M.D.

• Himanshu Nagar, M.D.

• Parul Shukla, M.D.

• Manish A. Shah, M.D.

Harvard Medical School (USA)

• Jay Loeffler, M.D.

Washington University Medical School (USA)

• Carlos Perez, M.D.

Christie Hospital (UK)

• G. Hanumantha Rao, M.D.

University College London (UK)

• Jayant Vaidya, M.D.

Flushing Hospital Medical Center (USA)

• Mandava Nageswar Rao, M.D.