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Jaivika Healthcare Research Foundation
Transforming Cancer Care for Every IndianExpert Oncology Consultations • Affordable for AllBreaking barriers to quality cancer care across India's underserved communities🎯 Our MissionMaking world-class cancer expertise accessible to every patient, regardless of location or financial status.🌟 Why Choose OncoConsult?Gold Medal Oncologists from Tata Memorial Hospital
Up to 100% discounts for financially disadvantaged families
Rural-focused approach reaching India's most underserved areas🏥 Who We Serve🏠 BPL & EWS Families • 🤝 SC/ST/OBC Communities • 🌾 Rural & Remote Areas
🏥 Terminal Illness Support • 🚨 Disaster Relief • 👨‍👩‍👧 Single Parent Households📱 Get Expert Care Today📞 020 7962 5479 | ✉️ jaivikaoncoconsult@gmail.comJaivika Healthcare Research Foundation
Compassionate Care • Innovative Research • Accessible Treatment
  • Pune, Maharashtra, India
  • Jaivika Healthcare Research Foundation Address: 1st Floor, Shubha Apartment, Erandwane, Pune 411004

Contact Us Phone: 020 7962 5479 Email: jaivikaoncoconsult@gmail.com Website: jaivikahealthcarefoundation.org

ABOUT
Jaivika Healthcare Research Foundation (JHRF) is a Section 8 company dedicated to delivering affordable, quality healthcare solutions to India's underprivileged communities. Founded in 2021 and based in Pune, we address the critical gap between healthcare needs and accessibility in rural and tier-3 urban areas. Our Mission We focus on making innovative cancer care and preventive health solutions accessible to those who need them most, combining cutting-edge research with affordable delivery models. Our Founders Dr. Anup Sunil Tamhankar - Practicing Onco-Surgeon with Gold Medal MCh in Surgical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital. Based at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune, he extends expert oncological services to underserved areas and leads research in low-cost cancer treatment solutions, including development of indigenous HIPEC technology. Mr. Rajeev Gangal - Bioinformatics expert with 22+ years at the intersection of AI, software, and drug discovery. Former AstraZeneca scientist, successful entrepreneur, and current head of AI-ML at Vodafone Intelligent Solutions. He b

Current Healthcare Initiatives

Onco Consult AppA reactive We application providing affordable online oncological consultations to underprivileged patients across India. This platform connects cancer patients in remote areas with expert oncologists, offering genuine and unbiased medical guidance at charitable costs. Currently in testing at https://oncoconsult.lovable.app/

Making Expert Cancer Care Accessible to AllCompassionate healthcare for everyone, regardless of financial backgroundOncoConsult provides significant discounts (30-100% off) to families and individuals who need expert cancer care but face financial barriers.🏠 BPL & EWS Families🤝 SC/ST/OBC Communities🌾 Rural & Remote Areas🏥 Terminal Illness Support🚨 Disaster Relief👨‍👩‍👧 Single Parent Households

Western India Cancer Care (WICC)A collaborative network of oncologists providing expert cancer treatment services in rural and semi-urban areas of western India. Through partnerships with local hospitals, we deliver quality cancer care using government schemes, donations, and CSR funds.Key Collaborations:

  • SSPM Lifetime Medical College & Hospital, Padve, Sindhudurg
  • Terna Medical College & Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai
  • Symbiosis Medical College & Hospital, Lavale, Pune

Therapeutic Drug Repurposing & DiscoveryAdvanced research program discovering new applications for existing molecules in cancer treatment. Our current focus includes developing BRCA-1 protein inhibitors using computational drug docking, artificial intelligence, and 3D in silico experimentation to make effective treatments more affordable.

Government Research Collaborations

Advanced Cancer Research Projects:

  • Development of Human Chimeric Antigen Receptor-Macrophages (hCAR-Ma) for breast cancer treatment (with IBB, Pune)
  • Biomarker panel identification for chemotherapy-induced dormant breast tumors (with IBB, Pune)
  • Metabolic fingerprinting and proteomics study of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (with NCCS, Pune)

Preventive Health Programs

The Real Health (TRH) - Lifestyle Modification ProgramComprehensive wellness program addressing the root causes of chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and cancer. Our holistic approach includes:

  • Live exercise schedules (aerobic & anaerobic training)
  • Yoga and meditation sessions
  • Dietary counseling and structured fasting
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Body composition analysis using bio-impedance technology

Impact: Over 1,000 participants have successfully modified their lifestyles through our program.

Visionary Leaders Transforming Healthcare for All


Dr. Anup Sunil Tamhankar

Founder & Chief Medical Officer

Gold Medalist Onco-Surgeon | Healthcare Innovator

Medical Excellence

Dr. Anup Tamhankar brings unparalleled expertise in surgical oncology to underserved communities across India. A gold medalist in MCh Surgical Oncology from the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, he combines world-class medical training with a deep commitment to affordable healthcare.Educational Journey:

  • MBBS & MS (General Surgery) - KEM Hospital, Mumbai
  • MCh Surgical Oncology (Gold Medal) - Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
  • 7 Years Clinical Experience at Tata Memorial Hospital

Current Practice

Based at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune, Dr. Tamhankar extends his expert services far beyond metro cities. He regularly provides oncological care in tier-2, tier-3 cities, and tribal areas, ensuring that geography doesn't determine the quality of cancer treatment a patient receives.

Innovation & Research

Dr. Tamhankar's commitment to affordable care extends to medical technology innovation. He spearheaded the development of an indigenous HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraoperative Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) machine in collaboration with Sunbird Medica, Pune. This breakthrough has dramatically reduced the cost of complex ovarian and colonic cancer procedures, making advanced treatments accessible to more patients.Research Collaborations:

  • National Centre for Cell Sciences (NCCS), Pune
  • Institution of Bioinformatics & Biotechnology (IBB), Pune
  • Multiple high-impact publications in international journals

Philosophy

"Every patient deserves access to the best possible cancer care, regardless of their economic status. Innovation should serve humanity, not just profit margins."


Mr. Rajeev Gangal

Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer

AI Pioneer | Drug Discovery Expert | Healthcare Technology Innovator

Technology Leadership

With over 22 years at the intersection of artificial intelligence, software development, and drug discovery, Mr. Rajeev Gangal brings cutting-edge computational expertise to cancer research and patient care platforms.Career Highlights:

  • Bioinformatics Scientist - AstraZeneca, Bengaluru
  • Serial Entrepreneur - Founded two successful startups (2001-2018)
  • Current Role - Head of AI-ML Indian Division, Vodafone Intelligent Solutions (Vodafone Plc UK)

Pioneering Research

At AstraZeneca, Mr. Gangal worked on groundbreaking human genome analysis and target-based anti-bacterial drug discovery. His innovative work on predicting essential bacterial genes using machine learning across species without experimental knockouts was presented at international conferences, setting new standards in computational biology.

Entrepreneurial Success

Insilico Consulting (2009-2018): His second startup was successfully acquired by Systems Biology Oy, an Indo-Finnish company, demonstrating his ability to build scalable, impactful technology solutions in the healthcare space.Industry Expertise:

  • Computational drug design for international customers at Sai Lifesciences
  • Software engineering leadership at Saama (clinical data analytics)
  • Published author and peer reviewer for machine learning and bioinformatics journals

Vision for Jaivika

Mr. Gangal channels his expertise into developing AI-powered solutions that make cancer care more accessible and affordable. His work on drug repurposing and the OncoConsult platform represents the convergence of advanced technology with compassionate healthcare delivery.

Philosophy

"Technology has the power to democratize healthcare. By leveraging AI and machine learning, we can bring expert medical knowledge to every corner of India, breaking down barriers that have existed for generations."


Together: A Powerful Partnership

The collaboration between Dr. Tamhankar's clinical excellence and Mr. Gangal's technological innovation creates a unique synergy. Their shared vision of accessible, affordable, high-quality cancer care drives every initiative at Jaivika Healthcare Research Foundation.

Shared Achievements:

  • OncoConsult Platform - Bridging the gap between expert oncologists and rural patients
  • Drug Repurposing Research - Making existing medications work for cancer treatment at lower costs
  • Government Collaborations - Advancing cancer research with premier institutions
  • 1000+ Lives Impacted - Through various healthcare and wellness programs

The Jaivika Promise

Under their leadership, Jaivika Healthcare Research Foundation continues to push boundaries, ensuring that innovation serves those who need it most. Their complementary expertise in medicine and technology creates solutions that are both scientifically sound and practically implementable.


"When medical expertise meets technological innovation, and both are guided by compassion, transformation becomes possible."Together, they're not just treating cancer - they're transforming how India approaches healthcare equity.