Experience
Dr. Haritha Maddirala is a Consultant Gynaecologic Oncologist at Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Hospital & Research Institute, Visakhapatnam, with over 8+ years of clinical experience in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and super-specialty Gynaec Oncology.
She completed her super-specialty M.Ch in Gynaecological Oncology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, one of India’s premier institutes for advanced cancer care and research.
Her expertise includes comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical management of cancers affecting the female reproductive system. She is trained in:
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Screening and preventive oncology for cancers of the cervix, uterus, ovaries, vulva, and vagina
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Colposcopy, Pap smear evaluation, hysteroscopy, and guided biopsies
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Advanced open and minimally invasive oncologic surgeries
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Sentinel lymph node mapping
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Fertility-sparing oncologic procedures
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Multidisciplinary cancer care including coordination with medical and radiation oncology
During her training and practice, she has been involved in numerous complex oncologic surgeries, including radical hysterectomies and cytoreductive procedures.
She regularly participates in national and international conferences, CMEs, and workshops to stay updated with evolving advancements in Gynaec Oncology.
Expertise
Area(s) of Interest
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Pre-Invasive Diseases of the Cervix & Lower Genital Tract
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Cervical Cancer
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Ovarian Cancer
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Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer
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Vulvar & Vaginal Malignancies
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Fertility Preservation in Cancer Patients
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Preventive Oncology & HPV-related diseases
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Hormonal Disorders across Adolescent, Premenopausal & Postmenopausal age groups
Treatment(s) / Procedure(s) Performed
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Medical & Surgical Management of Pre-Invasive Cervical Disease
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Radical Hysterectomy
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Cytoreductive Surgery for Ovarian Cancer
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Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Onco Surgeries
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Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
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Colposcopy & Hysteroscopy
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Comprehensive Surgical Staging Procedures
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Management of Complex Gynaecological Disorders
Treatment(s) / Procedure(s) Offered
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Complete Gynaec Oncology Care
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Cancer Screening & Preventive Services
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Evaluation of Abnormal Pap Smears
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Gynaecological Cancer Surgery
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High-Risk Gynaecological Case Management
Education & Training
MBBS – Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) – AIIMS, New Delhi
DNB (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) – National Board of Examinations
M.Ch (Gynaecological Oncology) – AIIMS, New Delhi
MRCOG (Part 1) – Cleared
Training
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Super-specialty training in Gynaecologic Oncology at AIIMS, New Delhi
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Exposure to Medical Oncology & Radiation Oncology
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Training in Onco-Anaesthesia & Palliative Care
Professional Highlights
Research & Academic Work
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Research on PET-based tumor parameter evaluation in Endometrial Cancer
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Work on Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping techniques
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Publications in peer-reviewed journals
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Active participation in national oncology conferences
Professional Achievements & Memberships
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Member – Association of Gynaecological Oncologists of India (AOGI)
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Member – Asia Oceania Research Organization in Genital Infection & Neoplasia (AOGIN)
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Member – European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)
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Member – Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)
