Dr. Dattatreyudu Nori, MD, MBBS, Padma Bhushan
Chief Patron
Padma Bhushan Awardee
American Board of Therapeutic Radiology (1979)
Licensed Physician, State of New York (1979)
Dr. Dattatreyudu Nori, Padma Bhushan awardee, is an internationally acclaimed oncologist, distinguished academician, researcher, and healthcare leader whose pioneering contributions have transformed the field of Radiation Oncology and cancer care worldwide. Widely recognized as a pioneer in Brachytherapy and cancer treatment, Dr. Nori has dedicated his illustrious career to improving cancer care, promoting medical education, and fostering global collaborations in oncology.
Dr. Nori serves as Professor and Executive Vice Chairman of the Department of Radiation Oncology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College, New York. He has also held the positions of Chairman of Radiation Oncology and Director of the Cancer Center at New York Hospital Queens, where he successfully led comprehensive cancer care programs and multidisciplinary oncology services.
A graduate of Kurnool Medical College, India, Dr. Nori earned his postgraduate medical degree from Osmania University before pursuing advanced training in the United States. He subsequently joined the renowned Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, where he rose to become Chief of the Brachytherapy Service. His groundbreaking work in High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy revolutionized the treatment of gynecological, genitourinary, thoracic, head and neck, prostate, breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers, earning him global recognition as a leading authority in the field.
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Nori has served as Principal Investigator for numerous clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and has made significant contributions to cancer research and innovation. His outstanding achievements have been recognized through numerous national and international honors, including the prestigious Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Alumni Society and the highly esteemed “Tribute to Life” Award from the American Cancer Society. The New England Journal of Medicine has described him as “a recognized leader in his specialty.”
An exceptional mentor and educator, Dr. Nori has trained more than 150 residents and fellows, many of whom have gone on to become leaders and chairpersons of academic departments across the United States. He is a Fellow of the American College of Radiology (FACR) and the American College of Radiation Oncology (FACRO), a Past President of the American Brachytherapy Society, and an active member of several national and international professional organizations. His scholarly contributions include more than 200 peer-reviewed scientific publications and three authoritative books on oncology.
Beyond his clinical and academic accomplishments, Dr. Nori has played a pivotal role in strengthening cancer care globally. He has provided scientific and technical guidance to cancer centers across India, South America, and Israel. He is a Founding Member of the Indo-American Cancer Institute for Women and Children in Hyderabad, a state-of-the-art cancer and research institute inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India in 2001. Additionally, he has served as a Consultant to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), contributing to the development of cancer treatment guidelines for developing nations.
Dr. Nori’s excellence in patient care and medical leadership has earned him repeated recognition among “America’s Top Doctors” by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. He has also been honored by numerous professional bodies, government leaders, and community organizations in both the United States and India for his exceptional contributions to cancer research, education, and humanitarian service.
Today, Dr. Dattatreyudu Nori continues to inspire the global medical community through his unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, innovative research, medical education, and the advancement of comprehensive cancer care. His remarkable achievements stand as a testament to visionary leadership, scientific excellence, and dedicated service to humanity.
1972 – 1976
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Osmania University, Hyderabad, India
1965 – 1971
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Kurnool Medical College, Sri Venkateswara University, India
1962 – 1965
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
A.J. College, Andhra University, India
1977 – 1978
Special Fellow, Brachytherapy Service
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
1976 – 1977
Senior Fellow, Brachytherapy Service
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
1973 – 1976
Resident, Radiation Oncology
Radium Institute and Cancer Hospital, Hyderabad, affiliated with Osmania University
1972 – 1973
Internship (Rotating)
Gandhi Hospital, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India
Since 1996
Executive Vice Chairman
Department of Radiation Oncology, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, USA
Since 1996
Professor of Radiology
Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, New York, USA
Prior
Chairman of Radiation Oncology & Director of the Cancer Center
New York Hospital Queens, USA (Provided leadership in clinical oncology, research, and medical education)
Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation’s, College of Nursing, is recognized by Government of Maharashtra, Maharashtra Nursing Council, Mumbai and Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi.
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