Tata Medical Center, Kolkata | India
Dr. Somnath Roy is a distinguished medical oncologist with a strong academic foundation and extensive clinical experience in leading oncology centers in India. He completed his MBBS from North Bengal Medical College, followed by a PG Diploma and MD in Radiotherapy from WBUHS, and later earned his DM in Medical Oncology from Homi Bhabha National Institute, Mumbai. His professional journey includes serving as Junior and Senior Resident at IPGMER & SSKM Hospital, Kolkata, and subsequently as Senior Resident at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, where he strengthened his expertise in multidisciplinary cancer care. Dr. Roy’s research background is notable, holding the European Certificate in Medical Oncology (ECMO), MRCP(UK) Specialty Certificate in Medical Oncology, and DNB in Medical Oncology. He has actively led multiple Phase III clinical trials as Principal Investigator in prostate, breast, lung, and ovarian cancers. His scholarly impact includes 94 citations across 90 documents, 27 publications, and an h-index of 6, reflecting meaningful contributions to oncology literature. His key research interests span solid tumors, novel therapeutics, precision oncology, and clinical trial development. Recognized for his commitment to evidence-based practice and academic excellence, Dr. Roy continues to advance high-quality cancer care and research with dedication and integrity.
Featured Publications
Primary Mediastinal Germ Cell Tumors: A Real-World Analysis of Clinical Characteristics, Treatment, and Survival Outcomes From Two Tertiary Cancer Centers in India
JCO Global Oncology, 2025
Phase 3 RCT comparing docetaxel-platinum with docetaxel-platinum-5FU as neoadjuvant chemotherapy in borderline resectable oral cancer
European Journal of Cancer, 2024