Dr. Rahul Bhargava is a leading Clinical Hematologist and Stem Cell Transplant Specialist in Delhi, India, with over 20 years of experience in the field. He has successfully performed more than 1,500 stem cell transplants and is known for pioneering low-cost transplant programs across the country. Dr. Bhargava played a key role in establishing 10 affordable BMT centers in India and was the first Indian doctor to perform and promote stem cell transplants for multiple sclerosis in 2016. Currently based at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, he has fulfilled his vision of creating an integrated center of excellence in hematology, pediatric hematology, and stem cell transplant. With a strong commitment to community outreach, he actively collaborates with government initiatives to make bone marrow transplants accessible and has conducted numerous awareness programs and screenings for blood disorders.

Experience Overview

• Over 20 years of experience in Clinical Haematology and Stem Cell Transplant.

• Started his stem cell transplant journey at Medanta in 2010.

• Performed more than 1,500 successful stem cell transplants.

• Established 10 low-cost BMT centers across India.

• Currently working at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon.

• Founded the first integrated center of excellence for haematology, pediatric haematology, and stem cell transplant.

• Actively involved in public health initiatives and awareness programs on blood disorders.

• Participated in over 1,000 CME programs to share knowledge and stay updated with advancements.

Professional Memberships

• Member of Indian Society of Haematology and Blood Transfusion (ISHBT)
• Member of American Society of Hematology (ASH)
• Member of European Hematology Association (EHA)

Awards:

• • Recognized for pioneering low-cost stem cell transplant programs in India

  • Honored for performing India’s first stem cell transplant for multiple sclerosis in 2016

  • Received accolades for outstanding contribution to community haematology and public health awareness

Specialty Interests:

• • Stem Cell Transplantation

  • Haematological Malignancies

  • Pediatric Haematology

  • Multiple Sclerosis and immune-related blood disorders

  • Community-based screening and affordable transplant care

Languages Spoken

• English

• Hindi

• Punjabi