About Dr. Runu Sharma

Dr.Runu Sharma, expert Oncologist at Uttarakhand

Dr. Runu Sharma is a committed and compassionate oncologist with a strong foundation in both clinical medicine and research. She obtained her MBBS from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College, Jabalpur, graduating with a Certificate of Merit in Pathology and Distinction in Pharmacology. She completed her MD in General Medicine from G.R. Medical College, Gwalior, under Jiwaji University, and later earned her DM in Medical Oncology from Sri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Sciences, Indore, under Madhya Pradesh Medical Sciences University.

Additional certifications include:

PDCR (Professional Diploma in Clinical Research) from Catalyst Clinical Services, Delhi
ESMO (European Society of Medical Oncology) Certification – qualified with top 75 percentile in the 2019 examination held in Chennai

During her DM, she secured the university topper position, and was awarded the Gangadhar Chitalkar and TYACAN Gold Medal for best performance.

Mission.

Dr. Sharma is driven by a clear and compelling mission:

Create awareness about curable cancers in young populations, especially in underserved rural communities
Eliminate the stigma surrounding cancer through education, compassion, and culturally sensitive care
Develop oncology pathways tailored to the unique physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer

Vision.

Pioneer the field of Teenage and Young Adult Oncology in India
Build comprehensive care models that support diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and reintegration
Integrate molecular medicine and narrative medicine to provide holistic, human-centered care

Professional Profile & Experiences.

Dr. Sharma is known for her disciplined, empathetic approach and expertise in complex cancer management. Her career includes:

Senior Residency in Cardiology at Gajra Raja Medical College, Gwalior
Senior Residency in Medicine at Rajasthan University of Health Sciences and Sawai Man Singh Medical College, Jaipur
DM Training in Medical Oncology (2017–2020) at SAIMS, Indore — a center serving over 17 districts with a population of 22 million at SAIMS, she:

Delivered comprehensive oncology care to patients with hematological and solid tumors
Managed bone marrow biopsies, central lines, intrathecal chemotherapy, and molecular diagnostics
Performed stem cell transplants (both autologous and allogeneic) for conditions like myeloma, Hodgkin lymphoma, and aplastic anemia
Led India’s first allogeneic transplant under Ayushman Bharat on 12 February 2020
Actively contributed to the COVID-19 response, providing secondary care in one of India’s largest COVID facilities
Served as Faculty at the Women’s Cancer Centre, SAIMS (from March 2020)
Dr Runu Sharma also undertook observer training at Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, focusing on solid tumors and bone marrow transplants at ACTREC.
Talks as faculty
Indian cancer congress 2023- psychosomatic issues in AYA population and solutions.
ISMPOCON 2024- systemic therapies in BRCA mutated cancers.
ISNOCON 2025- Role of T-Dxd in HER2 expressing tumors.
Current oncology update 2025- new updates in management of first line BTC.

Leadership, Mentorship & Departmental Work.

Dr. Sharma is recognized for her strong leadership in academic oncology:

Mentored senior residents at SAIMS: Dr. Pradeep Kumar Reddy, Dr. Jyosthna E., Dr. Aditya Elhence, Dr. Shiv Prasad Srivastava
Pioneered interactive oncology education, virtual learning, and narrative medicine
Designed content around themes like "Human Capital in Oncology" and "Truth to Power"

Publications and Research Work.

Dr. Sharma has contributed extensively to cancer research with a focus on young patients in rural and resource-limited settings. Selected publications:

Thyroid dysfunction in patients with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus — Int. J. of Applied Research
Alternative medicine use among adolescent and young adult cancer patients — IJMPO
Venous thrombosis profile and treatment outcome in cancer patients — SAJC
Hematology in the hinterland — Submitted to SAJC
Teenage and Young Adult Cancers in Rural India: Access to Age-Appropriate Care — Annals of Oncology Supplement (2020)

Conferences & Editorial Roles.

National & International Conference Participation including ESMO Asia, ASH, ICON, ISMPO, ISNOCON, Best of ASH, TMH Mumbai Immuno-Oncology
Anchor – TYACan Youth Day, Jan 2020
Editorial Assistant – Reviewed abstracts for the Global AYA Cancer Congress, London (2020, postponed to 2021)
Reviewer – Journal of Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology (JAYAO), USA

Awards & Recognitions.

🥇 First Prize – Lung Cancer Master Class National Quiz, Mumbai (2018)
🥇 Best Platform Presentation – TYACON, Chennai (2018)
🥇 Zonal Winner – ISMPO-TYSA Young Scientist Award, Jaipur (2019)
🏅 Finalist – ISMPO-TYSA National Round, Indore (2019)v
📝 Poster Presentations – ISNOCON (2019), Central India Hematology Summit, ESMO Asia (2020)

Professional Memberships.

Association of Physicians of India (Since 2013)
Teenage & Young Adult Cancer Foundation (TYACan)
Indian Society of Medical & Pediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)