ROSHITH R.
Chennai
Summary
Dedicated Physician Assistant in Medical Oncology with expertise in comprehensive cancer care, including diagnosis, staging, and multidisciplinary treatment planning. Demonstrated capability in medical education, clinical research, and quality improvement, underscoring a commitment to patient-centered care and evidence-based practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Oncology Physician Assistant
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
Kochi
08.2025 - Current
- Manage chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy administration, including toxicity assessment, infusion reaction management, and supportive care.
- Conduct comprehensive inpatient and outpatient oncology assessments, including diagnosis, staging, treatment planning, and pre-chemotherapy fitness evaluation.
- Provide patient and family counseling regarding diagnosis, treatment options, adverse effects, prognosis, palliative care, and survivorship.
- Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards (MDTs) and collaborate with Surgical, Radiation Oncology, Pathology, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Palliative Care teams for individualized cancer management.
- Contributed to clinical research by developing protocols, recruiting patients, conducting literature reviews, managing databases, performing statistical analysis, and preparing manuscripts for publication, advancing knowledge in oncology.
- Actively participate in continuing professional development through national and international conferences, workshops, evidence-based practice, and implementation of institutional clinical guidelines.
- Delivered academic lectures and mentored undergraduate and postgraduate students while conducting CMEs and contributing to curriculum development and university examinations, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
M. Sc Physician Assistant Post Graduate Trainee
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Assisted in history-taking, staging, and planning for solid and hematologic malignancies.
- Prepared chemotherapy and immunotherapy protocols.
- Reviewed patient assessments for adverse events and performed dose modifications, enhancing patient safety under supervision.
- Administered chemotherapy, biologics, and managed oncology-related toxicities.
- Presented findings in tumor boards and engaged in end-of-life care discussions, contributing to comprehensive patient management.
- Rotated through Radiotherapy, Pain & Palliative, and Surgical Oncology departments.
- Performed bone marrow aspiration, intrathecal chemotherapy, ascitic tapping, and central line care.
- Maintained EMR while coordinating inpatient and outpatient care, streamlining communication among healthcare teams.
- Attended interdisciplinary consultations and contributed to ongoing clinical research under faculty mentorship.
Physician Assistant Intern
Apollo Hospitals
Chennai
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Completed one-year clinical internship across General Medicine, Pediatrics, ENT, Head & Neck Surgery, Uroandrology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, enhancing clinical skills and patient care.
- Gained hands-on experience in patient care and treatment procedures during 3-month clinical posting in Uro-andrology at Greams Road Unit, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Assisted healthcare providers in patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented medical histories accurately.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to manage patient care plans effectively.
Education
M.Sc. - Physician Assistant (Medical Oncology & Hematology)
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Kochi, Kerala, India01-2025
B.Sc. - Physician Assistant
Apollo Institute of Medical Management & Allied Sciences, under The Dr. M.G.R Medical University
Chennai, India01-2023
Skills
- Chemotherapy management
- Cancer diagnosis
- Anticancer therapies
- Palliative care
- Tumor board coordination
- Clinical research
- Trial screening
- Medical education
- Academic leadership
- Medical Oncology & Hematology
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Malayalam
- Tamil
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/29/01
- Gender: Male
Research And Publication
- A Rare Case of AFP-Producing Gastric Cancer, Poster, Society of Physician Associates, 3rd Prize, 2025
- Published a drug review article as the first author in the Q2 peer-reviewed journal Cancer Research, Statistics, and Treatment (CRST).
- Case report accepted for publication as the first author in the International Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- Co-authored original research articles submitted to the Amrita Journal of Medicine.
References
- Dr. Wesley M Jose- Professor and HOD, Dept of Medical Oncology, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, wesleymjose@aims.amrita.edu
- Dr. Anjali Murali, Assistant Professor, Dept of Medical Oncology, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, anjalim@aims.amrita.edu
- Dr. Richa Geo, Senior Resident, Dept of Palliative Medicine, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, richageokottackal@gmail.com
Timeline
Medical Oncology Physician Assistant
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
08.2025 - Current
M. Sc Physician Assistant Post Graduate Trainee
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
08.2023 - 08.2025
Physician Assistant Intern
Apollo Hospitals
05.2022 - 05.2023
M.Sc. - Physician Assistant (Medical Oncology & Hematology)
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
B.Sc. - Physician Assistant
Apollo Institute of Medical Management & Allied Sciences, under The Dr. M.G.R Medical University