Dr. Rajitha Lokadasan

Consultant Medical Oncology

Speciality: Oncology

Experience: 14 Years

Languages: English, Hindi, Malayalam

NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi

NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi

Dr. Rajitha Lokadasan is a highly experienced Consultant Medical Oncologist in Abu Dhabi, specializing in the comprehensive management of breast, gastrointestinal, gynecological, lung, and genitourinary cancers. With more than 14 years of medical experience, she has extensive expertise in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, and precision oncology. She follows an evidence-based, personalized approach, tailoring treatment to each patient’s diagnosis, molecular profile, overall health, and individual needs.

 

Dr. Rajitha has gained broad experience in managing solid and hematological malignancies through her work at leading tertiary cancer centres, including the Regional Cancer Centre and KIMS Cancer Centre in Thiruvananthapuram, as well as NMC hospitals in Abu Dhabi.

 

She leads and works closely with a multidisciplinary cancer team, collaborating with surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists to develop individualized and evidence-based treatment plans. In addition to striving for the best possible clinical outcomes, she places strong emphasis on patient safety, quality of life, and supportive care. She guides patients and their families through complex treatment decisions with empathy, clarity, and continued support at every stage of their cancer journey.

  • Doctorate of Medicine (DM) in Medical Oncology, Regional Cancer Centre, Kerala University of Health Sciences, India
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) in General Medicine, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala University, India
  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala University, India.
  • Specialty Certificate Examination in Medical Oncology (SCE, UK)
  • Membership of the Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom (MRCP, UK)

Dr. Rajitha has broad expertise in treating a wide range of solid tumors, with particular clinical interests in breast, gastrointestinal, gynecological, lung, and genitourinary malignancies.

 

Her areas of expertise include:

  • Breast cancer
  • Gastrointestinal cancers, including colorectal, gastric, oesophageal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary cancers
  • Gynecological cancers, including ovarian, endometrial, cervical, and vulvar cancers
  • Genitourinary cancers, including prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers
  • Lung and other thoracic cancers
  • Head and neck cancers
  • Central nervous system tumors
  • Skin cancers, including melanoma
  • Lymphomas and Multiple myeloma

Certificates and Fellowships

  • Fellowship in Genetic Testing and Genetic Counselling, The Gene Council, Australia — April 2025
  • ESMO Preceptorship on Gastrointestinal Tumours, Singapore — November 2018
  • Essentials of Palliative Care, Indian Association of Palliative Care — January 2016

 

Professional Memberships

  • Life Member, Indian Medical Association — since 2011
  • Member, European Society for Medical Oncology — since 2018
  • Member, Emirates Oncology Society — since April 2024
  • Member, Emirates Oncology and Radiotherapy Association — since October 2025

 

Dr. Rajitha is actively involved in clinical research, investigator-initiated studies, and medical education, with particular interests in treatment outcomes, adherence to cancer therapy, and the psychosocial well-being of patients. She has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and academic projects across different areas of oncology, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based practice and improving the quality of cancer care.

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Abu Dhabi - Hospital

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NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City

NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City

Doctors 233+

Specialities 42+

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Abu Dhabi - Hospital

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NMC Specialty Hospital

NMC Specialty Hospital

Doctors 192+

Specialities 36+

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