FELLOWSHIP IN THORACIC ONCOLOGY Explore the Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology with our practical-based Postgraduate Diploma Program. Designed for medical professionals seeking expertise in diagnostics, this course offers clinical training and expert guidance, equipping you with advanced skills in the diagnosis and treatment of thoracic cancers. Course Price ₹ 2,50,000 ₹2,00000 Buy Course Now Get Free Details For Course Batch starts on Jan to Dec/ May to June Course Duration 12 Months Multimodal Program Hybrid Mode & Clinical Attachment Flexible payment financing options available Sample Certificate For Course FELLOWSHIP IN THORACIC ONCOLOGY Fellowship in Thoracic Oncology It is a highly specialized training program offered to physicians who have completed specialty training in diagnosing, treating, and researching thoracic cancer, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and mediastinal tumors. This fellowship lasts one year and offers a wide exposure to multidisciplinary practice, encompassing medical oncology, radiation oncology, thoracic surgery, palliative care. Through clinical rotations, fellows have an opportunity to acquire clinical experience, undertake research projects that are on the advanced, and attend specialized conferences and seminars. The program is aimed at achieving clinical skills, competence in advanced diagnostic and treatment methods and extensive knowledge of the recent advancements in the biology of thoracic cancer and treatment modalities. The graduates are well-prepared to serve as leaders of thoracic oncology programs, contribute to academic medicine, and improve the patient outcomes by means of innovative, evidence-based care. Download Brochure in Whatsapp 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 Session6. NAAC A+ University7. 1 Year of Mentorship8. 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