Radhika Kainthla

Dr. Radhika Kainthla is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in malignant hematology and gastrointestinal oncology. She practices at Clements University Hospital and Parkland Memorial Hospital, where she serves as Medical Director of Medical Oncology Clinics and Cancer Liaison Physician. Her research focuses on gastrointestinal oncology, hematologic malignancies, and quality improvement in healthcare delivery. Dr. Kainthla holds certifications in hematology and medical oncology from the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Biochemistry (with honors), Southwestern University
• M.D., UT Southwestern Medical Center
• Internal Medicine Residency, Baylor College of Medicine
• Hematology/Oncology Fellowship, UT Southwestern (Chief Fellow)

Research Interests: Dr. Kainthla's work emphasizes addressing healthcare disparities in cancer outcomes, particularly for gastrointestinal cancers and HIV-associated malignancies. She leads quality improvement initiatives to enhance access to oncology services in underserved populations. Her studies frequently investigate racial/ethnic disparities and clinical trial participation barriers.

Professional Contributions: Co-Director of the Frontiers in Neoplasia program at UT Southwestern, she teaches medical students, residents, and fellows through lectures and clinical rotations. She received the MVP for Microanatomy Teaching Award in 2021 for her educational contributions.

Key Awards: Recognized as a Rising Star in Texas Monthly’s Texas Super Doctors (2020-2021), reflecting her impactful clinical and research contributions.

Leadership: Active in professional organizations including the American Society of Hematology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, and Texas Medical Association. Her clinical leadership roles drive system-wide improvements in cancer care delivery and patient outcomes.