As the world united to mark World Cancer Day on 4th February 2024, we are at the cusp of a groundbreaking era in the fight against cancer. In a noteworthy stride towards eradicating this formidable adversary, Shankara Cancer Hospitals, a beacon of hope and healing, is set to expand its top-notch cancer treatment and evidence-based cancer care to eastern India with the new Bagchi Sri Shankara Cancer Centre and Research Institute in Bhubaneswar.
The establishment of Bagchi Sri Shankara Cancer Centre and Research Institute in Bhubaneswar aims to close the cancer care gap in the eastern states of India. Shankara Cancer Hospitals is a testament to our commitment to delivering the best cancer treatment and world-class cancer care to every cancer patient in India. Shankara Cancer Hospitals, Bhubaneswar pushes our capabilities further with the new hospital being the only 750-bed cancer speciality hospital in India.
Established by Sri Shankara Cancer Foundation (SSCF), Shankara Cancer Hospitals stands as a shining exemplification of the unwavering dedication driving the noble vision to eradicate cancer from society. With a heart full of compassion, we provide cutting-edge cancer treatments and further extend benevolence by providing care facilities and support for cancer patients, their caregivers and the patient’s families.
At the core of our mission is the belief that quality cancer care should be accessible to all. This also reflects our commitment to affordable excellence without compromising the quality of world-class cancer care. Through a myriad of support initiatives and collaborations with charitable organisations, we strive to alleviate the financial burden that often accompanies a cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment.
The beating heart of Shankara Cancer Hospitals lies in its state-of-the-art research centres, where groundbreaking advancements in cancer research are undertaken independently as well as in collaboration with esteemed international organisations like the Institute of Cancer Research, UK; Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore; and the Indian Cancer Genomic Atlas. The high-calibre scientific endeavours to revolutionise cancer research, that we have undertaken are underscored by over 60 publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals. Our team of dedicated scientists and researchers in the attached research centres are committed to developing innovative treatment and prevention strategies for cancers. They work tirelessly to turn the tide in our favour in the global fight against the disease.
On this World Cancer Day, let us embrace the dawn of a new era in cancer care. As we stand on the precipice of change, may this initiative inspire individuals, communities and nations to join hands in the relentless pursuit of a cancer-free world. Together, we can turn the tide against cancer and usher in an era of healing, compassion and triumph.
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