Dr. V. M. Durai Mavalavan

Dr. V. M. Durai Mavalavan is a highly accomplished Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist with over 25 years of specialized expertise in medical oncology, hemato-oncology, pediatric oncology, and bone marrow transplantation. An alumnus of the iconic Madras Medical College, Chennai — one of India's most prestigious and rigorous medical institutions — he completed both his MD in General Medicine and DM in Medical Oncology there, building an exceptional academic and clinical foundation.

A leading voice in modern oncology, Dr. Mavalavan is dedicated to transforming cancer care from a one-size-fits-all approach to a model of highly personalized precision medicine. His clinical practice spans the full spectrum of cancer care — from advanced chemotherapy and next-generation immunotherapy to targeted molecular therapies and multidisciplinary tumor board management. He is a firm believer in the tumor board approach, ensuring every patient benefits from a collaborative ecosystem of specialists working together toward the best possible outcome.

As an expert in Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT), including both autologous and allogeneic transplants, and with specialized skills in Pediatric Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, Dr. Mavalavan is one of very few oncologists in South India offering such comprehensive cancer care under one roof. He is widely recognized as one of the best medical oncologists in Chennai, trusted for his evidence-based, individualized treatment planning, deep empathy, and commitment to restoring hope and quality of life for every patient he treats.