The Medical Oncology Department at Shankara Cancer Hospitals specialises in providing advanced cancer treatment with a focus on individualized care.
Overview
Our expert oncologists use a variety of state-of-the-art therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted treatments, and immunotherapy, to combat different types of cancer. By integrating medical expertise with a compassionate approach, we collaborate closely with surgical and radiation teams to create customised treatment plans that address not only the disease but also the overall well-being of our patients.
Facilities Available
- Chemotherapy Day Care Units: Our 33 bed daycare chemotherapy unit in Bengaluru and 60 bed daycare chemotherapy unit in Bhubaneswar are comfortable and well-equipped spaces designed for patients to receive chemotherapy in an outpatient setting over a few hours.
- 24/7 Oncology Nursing Support: Skilled, specially trained, chemotherapy-nursing staff available around the clock to monitor and support patients during and after treatment.
- Pharmacy Services: In house pharmacy with stringent quality checks, stocked with essential oncology medications to ensure timely and accurate treatment.
- Dedicated Fume Hoods: In daycare chemotherapy units and in-patient wards for safe preparation of chemotherapeutic infusions.
- Patient Counseling and Support Services: Multidisciplinary team providing emotional, psychological, and nutritional support to help patients and families cope with the challenges of cancer treatment.
We have provisions for disabled patients and visitors who need wheelchair, stretcher or oxygen assistance.
Treatment Modalities
Department of Medical Oncology is led by highly experienced Medical Oncologists that provide a broad spectrum of cancer treatments, ranging from standard therapies to the latest advancements in medical oncology.
- Chemotherapy: Utilizes powerful drugs to target and destroy cancer cells, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapies.
- Targeted Therapy: Focuses on specific molecules involved in cancer growth, offering a more personalized and effective treatment approach.
- Immunotherapy: Harnesses the body’s immune system to fight cancer, with treatments designed to boost or restore the immune response against cancer cells.
- Hormonal Therapy: Used for cancers that are sensitive to hormones, such as breast and prostate cancers, by blocking or lowering hormone levels.
- Bone Marrow Transplantion at Shankara Cancer Hospitals is performed by our expert Stem Cell Transplantation Specialists: Bone Marrow Transplantation is a form of treatment that provides patients with a new, healthy stem cell source to rebuild bone marrow and immune function after high-dose chemotherapy or radiation.
Expert Medical Oncologists
Medical Oncology experts deliver essential services by leveraging their extensive knowledge, precise diagnostic skills, and state-of-the-art treatments, ensuring superior patient care.
Each of our experts brings years of experience and a commitment to excellence in patient care.
Role of Medical Oncology in Cancer Care
Medical oncology plays a pivotal role in the multidisciplinary treatment of cancer, offering various therapies that are tailored to the specific type and stage of cancer. The goals of medical oncology include:
- Curative Treatment: Aims to eliminate the cancer and achieve long-term remission.
- Adjuvant Therapy: Administered after surgery or radiation to destroy any remaining cancer cells and reduce the risk of recurrence.
- Neoadjuvant Therapy: Given before surgery to shrink tumors and make them easier to remove.
- Palliative Care: Focuses on relieving symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients with advanced-stage cancer, where curative treatment is not possible.
- Maintenance Therapy: Used to keep cancer from returning after it has responded to the initial treatment.
Types of Cancers Treated
The Medical Oncology Department at Shankara Cancer Hospitals provides comprehensive treatment to all heamato-lymphoid malignancies & solid cancers, including but not limited to:
Research
Our cutting-edge research in the field of Medical Oncology at Shankara Cancer Hospitals, drives innovation in cancer treatment and improves our patient outcomes.
Academics
Our comprehensive academic programs in Medical Oncology at Shankara Cancer Hospitals, are dedicated to advancing knowledge and expertise in cancer treatment.
