Ramji Rajendran, MD, PhD
Radiation Oncologist
Medical School
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL
Residency
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Doctoral Research
PhD in Cell Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL
Area of Expertise
- Advanced Radiation Therapy Techniques (IMRT, SBRT, Gamma Knife)
- Breast and Lung Cancer Treatment
- Brain and Genitourinary Cancer Treatment
- Cancer Survivorship and Patient Education
Years of Experience
Over 15 years
Certifications & Licensure
- Board Certified in Radiation Oncology, American Board of Radiology (2011, 2021)
Biography
Dr. Ramji Rajendran is a highly skilled and compassionate radiation oncologist with a unique background in both clinical practice and research. He completed his MD and PhD in a combined program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where his doctoral research focused on molecular mechanisms and cell biology of hormone-dependent cancers such as breast and prostate cancer.
After completing his residency at the prestigious Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Dr. Rajendran has dedicated his career to advancing cancer treatment through radiation oncology. He currently serves as the Medical Director of the Department of Radiation Oncology and Illinois Gamma Knife Center at Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center.
Dr. Rajendran’s expertise spans a wide range of advanced radiation therapy techniques, including IMRT, SBRT, and gamma knife radiosurgery. His research contributions in prostate organ motion, proton radiation therapy, and radiation therapy for breast and thoracic tumors have been presented nationally and internationally.
With a passion for patient care and education, Dr. Rajendran strives to empower his patients with a clear understanding of their treatment plans. He is particularly interested in cancer survivorship issues and works tirelessly to support both patients and their caregivers throughout the cancer journey.
Awards, Honors & Recognitions
- Castle Connolly Chicago Top Doctors in Radiation Oncology (2023, 2024)
- ASTRO Annual Meeting Travel Grant (2009)
- ASCO/AACR Workshop: Methods in Clinical Cancer Research (2009)
- Bertram V. A. Low-Beer Memorial Fellowship in Oncology (2003-2004)
Selected Publications
- Rubin GD, Krishnaraj A, Mahesh M, Rajendran RR, Fishman EK. “Enhancing Public Access to Relevant and Valued Medical Information: Fresh Directions for RadiologyInfo.org.” J Am Coll Radiol, 2017 May;14(5):697-702.e4.
- Narayan V, Vapiwala N, Mick R, et al. “Phase 1 Trial of Everolimus and Radiation Therapy for Salvage Treatment of Biochemical Recurrence in Prostate Cancer Patients Following Prostatectomy.” Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2017 Feb 17;97(2):355-361.
- Rajendran RR, Plastaras JP, Mick R, et al. “Daily isocenter correction with electromagnetic-based localization improves target coverage and rectal sparing during prostate radiotherapy.” Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2010 Mar 15;76(4):1092-9.
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