FELLOWSHIP IN THORACIC ONCOLOGY
MGA’s Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology is a 12-month advanced online program for doctors with 4+ years of clinical experience. Build expert-level proficiency in lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors, and pleural malignancies — covering bronchoscopy, EBUS, PET-CT interpretation, VATS, molecular diagnostics, immunotherapy, and precision oncology — through live evening classes, 100% recorded lectures, and mentorship from India’s leading thoracic oncologists.
Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology — Programme Overview
About the Programme
MGA's Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology is a 12-month advanced subspecialty online fellowship for doctors with a minimum of 4 years of clinical experience who want to build expert-level expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and multidisciplinary management of thoracic cancers — lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors, and pleural malignancies. This is one of the fastest-evolving areas in oncology — with rapid advances in molecular diagnostics, immunotherapy, AI-assisted imaging, and minimally invasive surgical techniques — and this thoracic oncology fellowship India is built to keep you at the forefront of it all.
The online fellowship in thoracic oncology curriculum spans 11+ modules — covering advanced thoracic diagnostics, bronchoscopy, EBUS, PET-CT interpretation, VATS, molecular oncology, precision medicine, immunotherapy, radiation oncology, tumor board participation, AI in thoracic imaging, and clinical research methodology. This fellowship combines evidence-based academic learning with expert faculty guidance from India's leading thoracic oncologists, free study materials, e-library access, CPD certification, and one year of structured mentorship — making it one of the most comprehensive lung cancer fellowship India programs available for working doctors.
"Fellows develop the clinical confidence to independently manage complex thoracic cancer cases — from bronchoscopy and molecular staging through surgical resection, immunotherapy, and multidisciplinary tumor board leadership — across India's leading cancer and thoracic surgery centres."
12 Mo
Programme Duration
11+
Curriculum Modules
₹1.2L
Starting Fee
1 Yr
Post-Completion Mentorship
Who Is This Thoracic Oncology Fellowship For?
Live & Recorded Online Classes
Evening live sessions after OPD hours — all lectures 100% recorded and accessible anytime on the LMS portal for this online fellowship in thoracic oncology.
Free Study Material & E-Library
Complete thoracic oncology notes, lung cancer case studies, imaging protocol guides, and full e-library access — all provided free throughout this fellowship.
Super-Specialist Faculty
India's leading thoracic oncologists, pulmonologists, and thoracic surgery specialists — practicing clinicians with subspecialty expertise in lung cancer, EBUS, VATS, and precision oncology.
1-Year Mentorship
Structured expert mentorship for 12 months after your thoracic oncology fellowship completion — supporting your transition into specialist lung cancer and thoracic oncology practice.
CPD Accredited Certificate
Internationally recognised CPD & Training Council accredited thoracic oncology fellowship certificate — credible across cancer hospitals, thoracic surgery centres, and oncology departments in India.
LMS Access & Tumor Board Sessions
Full LMS portal access, weekly live tumor board discussions, thoracic oncology case reviews, and doubt-clearing sessions with faculty throughout the fellowship.
AI & Precision Oncology Module
Dedicated module covering AI-assisted thoracic imaging, radiomics, NGS interpretation, EGFR/ALK/ROS1/PD-L1 biomarker analysis, and 2025 NCCN/ESMO/IASLC guideline updates.
Updated Curriculum
Continuously updated — covering 2025 immunotherapy advances, VATS and robotic thoracic surgery innovations, SBRT/SABR protocols, and the latest precision oncology developments in thoracic cancers.
Skills You Will Gain from This Thoracic Oncology Fellowship
Six core clinical competencies covering the complete spectrum of thoracic oncology practice in this online fellowship in thoracic oncology India.
Advanced Thoracic Diagnostics & Staging
Proficiency in CT chest, PET-CT, MRI, bronchoscopy, EBUS, mediastinoscopy, liquid biopsy, and image-guided biopsy for accurate staging of lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and mediastinal tumors — using 2025 TNM and IASLC staging standards.
Molecular Oncology & Precision Medicine
Skills in molecular diagnostics, NGS interpretation, and EGFR/ALK/ROS1/KRAS/PD-L1 biomarker analysis — enabling personalised treatment planning for targeted therapy and immunotherapy selection in thoracic cancer patients.
Thoracic Surgical Oncology
Comprehensive exposure to VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery), robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS), lobectomy, segmentectomy, sleeve resection, and mediastinal tumor management — with perioperative care and ERAS protocol knowledge.
Immunotherapy & Systemic Therapy
Clinical knowledge of checkpoint inhibitors (PD-1/PD-L1/CTLA-4), targeted agents, chemotherapy regimens for thoracic cancers, combination strategies, and immune-related adverse event (irAE) recognition and management.
Radiation Oncology in Thoracic Cancers
Understanding of SBRT/SABR for early-stage lung cancer, IGRT, adaptive radiotherapy, proton therapy, concurrent chemoradiation for locally advanced disease, and radiation toxicity management including pneumonitis and cardiac toxicity.
Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Leadership
Confidence to present and lead complex thoracic cancer case discussions in MDT tumor boards — coordinating with thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists, radiologists, pathologists, and palliative care teams to design evidence-based treatment plans.
Career Outcomes After This Thoracic Oncology Fellowship
Graduates of MGA's Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology advance into specialist roles across India's leading cancer hospitals, thoracic surgery centres, and academic institutions.
01
Thoracic Oncology Specialist
Work as a specialist in dedicated thoracic oncology units of cancer hospitals, lung cancer clinics, and multispecialty centres — independently managing the full spectrum of lung, esophageal, and mediastinal cancer cases across all disease stages.
02
Interventional Pulmonology & Bronchoscopy
Lead bronchoscopy, EBUS, airway stenting, pleurodesis, and minimally invasive thoracic interventions in specialist pulmonology and oncology departments — contributing to diagnosis and staging of thoracic malignancies.
03
Thoracic Surgical Oncology
Work alongside thoracic surgeons in VATS, robotic thoracic surgery, and complex tumor resection programs — contributing to surgical planning, perioperative management, and post-operative oncology care in high-volume thoracic surgery centres.
04
Molecular Oncology & Precision Cancer Clinics
Build expertise in NGS-based tumor profiling, targeted therapy selection, and biomarker-driven treatment planning — contributing to personalised thoracic cancer care at the forefront of precision oncology in India.
05
Academic Teaching & Research
Join medical college faculty, contribute to clinical thoracic oncology research and trials, develop evidence-based lung cancer management guidelines, and advance the practice of thoracic oncology through academic publication and teaching.
06
AI & Imaging Innovation in Thoracic Oncology
Contribute to AI-assisted thoracic imaging workflows, radiomics research, digital oncology platform development, and quantitative imaging diagnostics — at the forefront of innovation in thoracic oncology fellowship India practice.
Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology — Key Features
Everything MGA provides in this online thoracic oncology fellowship India
100% Online Learning
Live + Recorded Classes
Recorded Lectures
LMS Access Anytime
CPD Accredited
International Recognition
1-Year Mentorship
Post-Completion Support
Free Study Materials
E-Library + Case Studies
AI & Radiomics Module
VATS, RATS & AI Imaging
Flexible Batches
Jan–Dec / May–June
Flexible Fee Options
Financing Options Available
Accreditation & Recognition
CPD & Training Council — International Continuing Medical Education Accreditation
This thoracic oncology fellowship is CPD accredited and recognised across cancer hospitals, thoracic surgery centres, and medical institutions in India and internationally
Curriculum aligned with NCCN, ESMO, ASCO, and IASLC international thoracic oncology standards
What you'll learn
Foundations of Thoracic Oncology
Diagnostic Evaluation
Treatment Modalities
Complications and Survivorship
Research and Innovation
Professional Development and Leadership
Key Features
- Attending /Non-Attending Classes
- Clinical Training in Nearest Hospital/Clinics.
- Free Study Material with recorded lectures
- Best Faculties (Super Specialists) of India
5. Library Access & Question & Answer Session
6. NAAC A+ University
7. 1 Year of Mentorship
8. Updated Curriculum
Course Curriculum
Foundations of Thoracic Oncology
- Tumour biology of thoracic malignancies (lung, oesophagus, mediastinum, pleura)
- Epidemiology, risk-factors, screening & prevention (including smoking, environmental exposures)
- Anatomy, physiology and pathology of thoracic organs & mediastinum
- TNM staging and classification systems specific to thoracic tumours
- Principles of multidisciplinary oncology care: role of medical oncology, radiation oncology, thoracic surgery, pulmonology, pathology, radiology
- Introduction to tumour biology, molecular drivers, and immune micro-environment
- Ethical, legal and patient-communication aspects in oncology practice
Diagnostic Evaluation & Work-up
- Imaging modalities: CT chest, PET-CT, MRI, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), mediastinoscopy, thoracoscopy
- Bronchoscopy & endoscopic techniques: rigid, flexible, guided biopsies
- Pathology: histology of thoracic tumours, immunohistochemistry, molecular diagnostics (EGFR, ALK, ROS1, PD-L1, next-gen sequencing)
- Liquid biopsy & circulating tumour-DNA in thoracic oncology
- Pulmonary function testing, cardiopulmonary reserve assessment, mediastinal involvement evaluation
- Pre-operative assessment, anaesthetic risk evaluation, and multidisciplinary tumour board participation
- Clinical staging, functional staging, nutritional assessment & pre-habilitation
Treatment Modalities in Thoracic Oncology
- Surgical management: thoracotomy, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), robotic thoracic surgery, lobectomy, pneumonectomy, segmentectomy, mediastinal mass removal; peri-operative care
- Radiation therapy: principle of thoracic irradiation, SABR/SBRT for early lung cancer, conformal & intensity-modulated RT, role in oesophageal cancer, prophylactic cranial irradiation for small-cell lung cancer
- Medical oncology: chemotherapy regimens in lung & oesophageal cancers, targeted therapies (EGFR, ALK, ROS1, BRAF, etc), immunotherapy (checkpoint inhibitors), combination therapies, management of adverse-effects
- Combined modality therapy: neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapy, concurrent chemoradiation for locally advanced disease, salvage treatments
- Interventional pulmonology & minimally-invasive techniques: stenting, debulking, pleurodesis, endobronchial therapies
- Palliative and supportive treatments: management of malignant pleural effusion, airway obstruction, bone metastases, pain control
Precision Medicine & Molecular Oncology
- Fundamentals of cancer genomics and molecular pathways in thoracic malignancies
- Key molecular targets and their inhibitors (EGFR, ALK, ROS1, KRAS, MET, RET, NTRK, HER2)
- Comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) and next-generation sequencing (NGS) interpretation
- Role of liquid biopsy in early detection, minimal residual disease (MRD), and treatment monitoring
- Mechanisms of resistance to targeted therapy and strategies to overcome them
- Translational research: integrating lab findings into clinical decision-making
- Personalized therapy algorithms and biomarker-driven treatment planning
Immuno-Oncology & Emerging Therapies
- Immunobiology of thoracic cancers and tumor microenvironment
- Immune checkpoint inhibitors: PD-1, PD-L1, CTLA-4 pathways
- CAR-T cell therapy and novel immunotherapy combinations
- Tumor vaccines, oncolytic viruses, and cellular therapy approaches
- Biomarkers for immunotherapy response and toxicity prediction
- Managing immune-related adverse events (irAEs): practical approach for pulmonologists and oncologists
- Future trends: bispecific antibodies, tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs), and adoptive immunotherapy
Thoracic Radiology & Interventional Imaging
- Advanced thoracic imaging: HRCT, PET-CT, MRI for lung and mediastinal tumors
- Radiomics and AI applications in diagnosis and treatment planning
- Image-guided biopsy and localization techniques
- 3D printing and virtual simulation in surgical and radiotherapy planning
- Role of interventional radiology: radiofrequency ablation, cryoablation, microwave ablation, embolization
- Quantitative imaging biomarkers and radiogenomic correlations
- Imaging in response assessment and disease surveillance
Multidisciplinary Tumor Board & Case-Based Learning
- Weekly multidisciplinary case discussions: thoracic surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, and palliative care
- Complex and rare case reviews (thymoma, mesothelioma, neuroendocrine tumors)
- Communication and teamwork in the tumor board setting
- Decision-making for borderline-resectable and oligometastatic disease
- Evidence-based protocol development and adaptation to local resources
- Clinical documentation, reporting standards, and presentation skills for academic boards
- Evaluation through mock tumor board participation and case write-ups
Global Perspectives, Leadership & Advocacy in Thoracic Oncology
- Global cancer burden and disparities in thoracic oncology care
- Implementation of national and international guidelines (NCCN, ESMO, ASCO, IASLC)
- Leadership and mentorship skills in multidisciplinary oncology practice
- Building thoracic oncology programs in low- and middle-income settings
- Policy, economics, and cost-effectiveness of cancer care delivery
- Advocacy for tobacco control, air-pollution mitigation, and lung cancer screening
- Fellowship wrap-up: reflective learning, feedback, viva-voce examination, and final certification
Thoracic Surgical Innovations & Minimally Invasive Techniques
- Advanced VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery) and Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (RATS) approaches
- Indications and techniques for segmentectomy, sleeve lobectomy, bronchoplastic and carinal resections
- Enhanced recovery after thoracic surgery (ERAS) protocols
- Intraoperative navigation systems, fluorescence imaging, and sentinel node mapping
- Management of intraoperative complications and conversion strategies
- Hybrid OR concepts and integration of imaging during surgery
- Case simulation sessions using virtual and augmented reality for skill refinement
Radiation Oncology Advances in Thoracic Malignancies
- Principles of radiation physics and radiobiology applied to thoracic tumours
- Image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), adaptive RT, and motion management strategies
- SBRT/SABR for early-stage NSCLC and oligometastatic disease
- Proton therapy, heavy ion therapy, and dosimetric comparisons
- Proton therapy, heavy ion therapy, and dosimetric comparisons
- Brachytherapy applications for endobronchial and esophageal cancers
- Managing radiotherapy toxicities — pneumonitis, fibrosis, cardiac toxicity
- Emerging techniques: FLASH radiotherapy, radiogenomics, and combined modality protocols
Clinical Trials, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence in Oncology
- Fundamentals of clinical trial design: Phase I–IV, endpoints, randomization, blinding
- Regulatory and ethical aspects of trial conduct (ICMR, GCP, FDA, EMA frameworks)
- Building and managing thoracic oncology databases and registries
- AI, big data analytics, and machine learning in early detection and prognosis prediction
- Predictive modelling for treatment response and toxicity
- Digital pathology, automated imaging analytics, and workflow integration
- Fellows develop a mini-data project using anonymized thoracic cancer datasets
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