About the Department

Department of Medical Oncology is an integral part of the Division of Oncology. Anticancer treatment(Chemotherapy) is given in the form of drugs to treat various malignant disorders. Chemotherapy is the only modality of treatment in all hematological malignancies and forms an integral part of the treatment along with surgery and radiotherapy in various solid tumors.

Services Provided

All types of cancer patients ( blood cancers, cancers affecting the solid organs, pediatric, geriatric and patients needing palliative care) are seen in the department.

Out patient Consultations are provided Monday through Saturday between 10 am - 4pm

Prior appointment may be taken.

Inpatient and emergencies services are available as and when required.

Day care facilities are available, where majority of chemotherapies, blood transfusions and other supportive treatments besides minor procedures are done on a regular basis.

The department of Medical oncology is supported by an eminent group of Surgical and Radiation Oncologists to plan and execute combined modality

treatment of cancer patients. Besides this specialist services of various departments like Nephrology, Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology etc are also available round the clock.

The department is also supported by 24 hrs blood bank, pathology and radiology departments. Nurses are trained in taking care of cancer patients and giving chemotherapies.

Holistic approach is the motto of the entire team.

Our aim is to practice on evidence based principles, to provide the best and standard treatment at ease and comfort to all our patients and their family members.

Statistics

To be updated

FAQ:

• Is Cancer a "Killer Disease" ?
• Not as one thinks. Patients with heart disease, renal failure etc also die.
• Is there any treatment for cancer?
• Most of the patients still have these queries. But, YES there is treatment for all cancers, to the extent of being cured in some, depending on the type, stage and various other factors. Please do consult a specialist before making decisions of not getting treated.
• Is cancer a communicable disease ?
• No.
• Does it run in families?
• No. Only a few percentage of breast, ovarian and colon cancers occuring in young individuals are familial
• *Are there there any risk factors that lead to cancers?
• Yes. There are certain predisposing factors which increase the risk of developing cancer like, smoking, exposure to radiation, exposures to chemicals, viral infections, genetic factors etc., But most of the time there is no definite cause.
• Do life style modifications and diet reduce incidence of cancer?
• There is no evidence yet, but lot of clinical research is going on.
• *Can we prevent cancer ?
• No. But by screening, cancers can be detected and treated at early stages in order to improve the survival rate while a few can be cured.
• * Who should be screened for cancer?
• Screening in women is done for cervical and breast cancers and men for prostate cancer.
• Is Chemotherapy awful?
• Not as one thinks and hears. In the present day we have plenty of drugs to combat the side effects of chemotherapy and make it a pleasant one. Side effects are always individualized, it's always advisable to have your own experience or consult your doctor. A patient with positive attitude responds better and is subjected to minimal side effects.
• Dos and Donts while you are on chemotherapy.
• Do follow your post chemotherapy instructions as advised by your doctor.
• Do strictly adhere to the medications prescribed.
• Do inform your doctor about the other medications you are taking.
• Do contact your doctor immediately in the event of fever, mouth sores, diarrhoea, excessive fatigue.
• Do check your blood counts if advised, strictly on the dates mentioned.
• Avoid close contact with persons having fever, cough etc., especially when your white blood cell count is low.
• Avoid eating uncooked food like salads, fruits and stale food, when your white blood cell count is low.
• Avoid crowded places.
• Avoid self medications.
• Can Alternative therapies be adopted ?
• Yes as a complementary method of treatment. Basically it depends on individual faiths and belief. But never take both chemotherapy and other alternative medications together. Always consult your doctor.
• Should a second opinion be taken always?
• The diagnosis of cancer at times is unacceptable and shocking. In search of solace patients and their family members seek second opinion. Unfortunately due to of relapses, refractoriness and socioeconomic issues people seek second opinions. Basically everything in life is based on trust. Have faith in yourself, your doctor and God, everything will go fine and in the right way.
• How informative is the Internet Resource?
• It is informative as long as the the patient restricts only to the patient information sites. PLEASE DO NOT browse the sites for health professional and try to understand, because much of the information is conveyed between the lines, which a trined specialist can only understand. It will add to the confusion and panic you more.

Faculty

Dr. R V Rao, MD, DM Consultant Medical Oncologist

Dr. Anjana Surath, DCh. Consultant Medical Oncologist

Dr. A Santa, DNB, DM. Consultant Medical Oncologist

Important Phone numbers:

Emergencies : 040-27844444.
Appointments : 040 – 27725450.

Communications :

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FAX : 040 27818844.