Doctor Profile
Dr. Pramod Kumar Julka Vice Chairman - Oncology
Cancer Care / Oncology
MBBS, MD - Radiotherapy
Max Hospital, Saket, Delhi, India
46 years of experience
About Dr. Pramod Kumar Julka
- Dr. Pramod Kumar Julka is a senior cancer specialist with over 46 years of experience in treating different types of cancers like Medical Oncology, Paediatric (Ped) Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Neuro Oncology, Hematology Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology with deep care and unmatched knowledge.
- Dr. Julka has been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri Award which is one of India’s highest civilian recognitions, for his outstanding contributions to cancer treatment, medical education and life-saving research in oncology.
- In 1995, Dr. Kumar Julka made medical history by performing India’s first Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant for a breast cancer patient, It is a breakthrough moment in oncology that earned recognition in the Limca Book of Records.
- Dr. Kumar sharpened his expertise in medical oncology through advanced training at world-renowned institutions in the USA, including the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston and Long Beach Memorial Cancer Centre
- As Dean and Professor of Oncology at AIIMS, New Delhi, India’s most prestigious medical institute, Dr. Pramod mentored generations of future oncologists and led groundbreaking cancer treatment programs that shaped the nation’s oncology landscape.
- Dr. Pramod Kumar Julka is widely respected for his deep expertise across a broad spectrum of cancers—including breast cancer, blood cancer, brain tumors, pediatric cancers, gynecologic malignancies, and advanced bone marrow transplants
- He is a lifetime member of several top medical bodies like the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and has helped the Indian Council of Medical Research in cancer projects across India.
- Dr. Julka has been honored with numerous prestigious awards, including the Padma Shri, OISCA Foundation Award, and multiple Indian Medical Association accolades, recognizing his exceptional contributions to oncology and medical education.
- As Vice Chairman of Oncology at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, Dr. Pramod Kumar Julka continues to provide advanced, personalized cancer care, drawing upon over four decades of expertise to serve patients from India and around the world.
- To schedule a consultation with Dr. Pramod Kumar Julka, esteemed Vice Chairman of Oncology at Max Hospital, Saket, please contact our dedicated care team at +919354982727. Experience world-class, personalized cancer treatment guided by one of India’s most respected oncologists.
Education and Training
- MBBS – University of Delhi, 1971
- MD – Radiotherapy – University of Delhi, 1979
- Fellowship in Medical Oncology – National Academy of Medical Sciences, 1980
Awards & Achievements
WHO Fellowship – MD Anderson Hospital, Houston, Texas and Long Beach Memorial Cancer Centre, Long Beach, California, USA (1995)
Performed a Peripheral Blood Stem Cell transplant following high dose chemotherapy in Metastatic Breast Cancer on May 9, 1995 (the first in the country – this feat has been featured in Limca Book of Records, 1998)
IMA Award for Medical Education and Research (2000 – 2001)
OISCA Foundation Award (UN Award) for outstanding contribution to cancer treatment and research (2001)
‘Leading Scientist of the World 2005’ Award – International Biographical Centre of Cambridge, England (2005)
NDB Oration Award (2005)
Dr. G.D. Pandey Oration Award – Haldwani, Uttarakhand (2006)
Indian Medical Association Award for Clinical Oncology (2006)
Dr. P. K. Haldar Oration Award – AROI Conference on Translational Research (2007)
Best Orator of the Year Award – Indian Medical Association (2009)
Felicitated as Fellow (FAMS) of National Academy of Medical Sciences (2013)
Life Time Achievement Award – Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (2013)
Recipient of ‘Padma Shri’ Award, the fourth-highest civilian award in the Republic of India (2013)
Bestowed ‘Emeritus Membership’ – American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Area of Expertise
- Cancer care/oncology
- Bone marrow transplant
- Breast cancer
- Blood Cancer
- Gastrointestinal oncology
- Gynecologic oncology
- Hematology oncology
- Head & neck oncology
- Musculoskeletal oncology
- Medical oncology
- Neuro-oncology
- Paediatric (Ped) oncology
- Thoracic oncology
- Skin Cancer
- Urology oncology
Work Experience
- Dr. Pramod Kumar Julka is currently working at Max Healthcare
- Received higher training – M.D. Anderson Hospital, Houston, Texas, under World Health Organisation fellowship & thereafter – Long Beach Memorial Cancer Centre, Long Beach, California
- Dean – Academics and Professor – Dept. of Radiotherapy and Oncology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India
- Former President – Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (Northern Chapter)
- Former Chairperson – Indian College of Radiation Oncology (2000-2009)
Professional Memberships
- Emeritus Member – American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- Member – Society of Cancer Research & National Advisory Committee of Global Cancer Summit 2015
- Member – Indian Council of Medical Research Task Force (set up cancer research projects across the country)