19 Best Clinics for Oncology in New Delhi (w/Prices)
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Primus Super Specialty Hospital

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Primus Super Specialty Hospital
Primus Super Specialty Hospital
Primus Super Specialty Hospital
Primus Super Specialty Hospital
3.5
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Oncology at Primus Super Specialty Hospital in Delhi, India

Primus Super Specialty Hospital established in 2001 and is a state of the art multi-specialty hospital. With prominent surgeons from around the World, an excellent infrastructure and state of art advanced technology, the Hospit...more
MyMeditravel mohini bali, 30 August 2020
Dr Rajat Goel ( Bariatric Surgeon) He is best Dr in this world.
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BLK Super Specialty Hospital

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BLK Super Specialty Hospital
BLK Super Specialty Hospital
BLK Super Specialty Hospital
BLK Super Specialty Hospital
BLK Super Specialty Hospital
2.7
164 reviews

Oncology at BLK Super Specialty Hospital in Delhi, India

BLK Super Specialty Hospital was inaugurated in 1959 and is one of the largest tertiary care private hospitals in the country. They aim to facilitate the ongoing pursuit of excellence by assisting and bringing the best clinical an...more
MyMeditravel Sharanjiv kumar, 21 September 2020
Excellent Super Speciality Hospital
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Stunning Dentistry

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Stunning Dentistry
Stunning Dentistry
Stunning Dentistry
Stunning Dentistry
Stunning Dentistry

Oncology at Stunning Dentistry in Delhi, India

The idea behind Stunning Dentistry was to create a Luxury Brand in Dentistry for a class of people who don't wish to compromise when it comes to their oral health. Here at Stunning Dentistry, we exclusively focus over patient expe...more
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ESQH - European Society for Quality in Healthcare
ESQH - European Society for Quality in Healthcare
ICOI - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
ICOI - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
AAO - Asian Academy of Osseointegration
AAO - Asian Academy of Osseointegration
ESE - European Society of Endodontology
ESE - European Society of Endodontology
IFAD - International Federation of Aesthetic Dentistry
IFAD - International Federation of Aesthetic Dentistry
ICP - International College of Prosthodontists
ICP - International College of Prosthodontists
EFP - European Federation of Periodontology
EFP - European Federation of Periodontology
Academy of Operative Dentistry
Academy of Operative Dentistry
AAP - Asian Academy of Prosthodontics
AAP - Asian Academy of Prosthodontics
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Artemis Hospitals - Dwarka

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$5,178
Oncology
Artemis Hospitals - Dwarka
Artemis Hospitals - Dwarka
Artemis Hospitals - Dwarka
Artemis Hospitals - Dwarka
Artemis Hospitals - Dwarka

Oncology at Artemis Hospitals - Dwarka in Delhi, India

We at Artemis Health Institute (AHI) 260 bedded, are a part of an integrated world-class healthcare facility. We endeavour to go beyond the expected and deliver the most positive experience to each of our patients. In this endeavo...more
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Apollo Hospital Indraprastha

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Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
4.4
29 reviews

Oncology at Apollo Hospital Indraprastha in Delhi, India

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital is one of the best multi-speciality tertiary acute care facilities with over 700 beds. The Hospital is a state-of-the art modern facility and is in the heart of the capital. The Hospital has the fol...more
MyMeditravel Sakshi Jaiswal, 04 March 2020
I Loved it ... bcz I studied from here
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Fortis Escorts Heart Institute

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Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
4.4
67 reviews

Oncology at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute in Delhi, India

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, formerly known as Escorts Heart Institute and Research Centre, became part of Fortis Healthcare Limited in 2005. The Heart Institute specializes in cardiology, with over 25 years of experience in th...more
MyMeditravel Yashree Gandhi, 18 April 2020
Best care & facilities. Cooperative staff. Very much impressed. Thanks Team.
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Adiva Green Park for General Surgery

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Adiva Green Park for General Surgery
Adiva Green Park for General Surgery
Adiva Green Park for General Surgery
Adiva Green Park for General Surgery
Adiva Green Park for General Surgery

Oncology at Adiva Green Park for General Surgery in Delhi, India

This group runs three speciality hospitals in New Delhi, India. Overseas patients are welcomed and treated at affordable prices at the hospitals. The Hospital at Green Park in New Delhi offers speciality urology, nephrology and an...more
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Adiva - Dr. Hans Centre for ENT and Cochlear Implant

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Adiva - Dr. Hans Centre for ENT and Cochlear Implant
Adiva - Dr. Hans Centre for ENT and Cochlear Implant
Adiva - Dr. Hans Centre for ENT and Cochlear Implant
Adiva - Dr. Hans Centre for ENT and Cochlear Implant

Oncology at Adiva - Dr. Hans Centre for ENT and Cochlear Implant in Delhi, India

This group runs three speciality hospitals in New Delhi, India. Overseas patients are welcomed and treated at affordable prices at the hospitals. The Hospital at Green Park in New Delhi offers speciality urology, nephrology and an...more
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Apollo Spectra Hospitals - Kalish Colony NewDelhi

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Apollo Spectra Hospitals - Kalish Colony NewDelhi

Oncology at Apollo Spectra Hospitals - Kalish Colony NewDelhi in Delhi, India

For more information about Apollo Spectra Hospitals - Kalish Colony NewDelhi in New Delhi please contact the clinic....more
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Sir Ganga Ram Hospital- Dr Shweta

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Sir Ganga Ram Hospital- Dr Shweta
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital- Dr Shweta

Oncology at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital- Dr Shweta in Delhi, India

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Delhi Gyne

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Delhi Gyne

Oncology at Delhi Gyne in Delhi, India

Dr Meenakshi T. Sahu,  is a Gynecologist and IVF specialist practicing at New Delhi, India,  Has over twelve years of clinical experience in the field of gynecology, IVF, fertility, pregnancy and surgery care.  Dr. Sahu with h...more
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RCOG - Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
RCOG - Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
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Eye Surgery In India

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Eye Surgery In India
Eye Surgery In India

Oncology at Eye Surgery In India in Delhi, India

IVF is the original ‘test-tube’ baby technique. It was developed more than 30 years ago for the treatment of women with damaged Fallopian tubes, and this remains an important reason for treatment today....more
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Kalpavriksh Superspeciality Center

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Kalpavriksh Superspeciality Center
Kalpavriksh Superspeciality Center
Kalpavriksh Superspeciality Center
Kalpavriksh Superspeciality Center

Oncology at Kalpavriksh Superspeciality Center in Delhi, India

Kalpavriksh Superspecialty center is Center of excellence for Diabetes, Thyroid & Hormones. Our doctors are highly qualified and have vast experience with their work in All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). The superspe...more
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Prime Clinic

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Oncology
Prime Clinic
Prime Clinic
Prime Clinic
Prime Clinic

Oncology at Prime Clinic in Delhi, India

Center for Hearing, Tinnitus, Vertigo & Speech....more
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Dr. Pramoj Jindal

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Dr. Pramoj Jindal
Dr. Pramoj Jindal

Oncology at Dr. Pramoj Jindal in Delhi, India

Dr. Pramoj Jindal is one of the few-trained thoracic onco-surgeon (cancer surgeon) in India. He has been practicing laparoscopic/foregut surgery for over 15 years and thoracic surgery over 5 years. Trained at various world leading...more
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NUTAS Breast Cancer Treatment Centre

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NUTAS Breast Cancer Treatment Centre
NUTAS Breast Cancer Treatment Centre

Oncology at NUTAS Breast Cancer Treatment Centre in Delhi, India

Treating patients with breast cancer is the speciality service offered at this clinic located at New Delhi in India. A highly qualified and experienced team of medical practitioners offer services of a high standard at the clinic....more
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Med Trip Saver - Only for International Patients

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Med Trip Saver - Only for International Patients
Med Trip Saver - Only for International Patients
Med Trip Saver - Only for International Patients
Med Trip Saver - Only for International Patients
Med Trip Saver - Only for International Patients

Oncology at Med Trip Saver - Only for International Patients in Delhi, India

Med Trip Saver India offers patients across the world access to International Quality Medical Treatment at affordable rates with a saving of 30% to 70%  on overall medical treatments in the US and other countries. We are offical ...more
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Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic

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Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic
Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic
Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic
Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic
Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic

Oncology at Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic in Delhi, India

Blue Ribbon Prostate Clinic is a Men's Health Clinic specializing in Prostate Disease treatment, prevention, and evaluation.It is headed by Dr Ashish Sabharwal. He has done Advanced Fellowship in Endourology and Robotic Prostrate ...more
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Urolife Stone Centre

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Urolife Stone Centre

Oncology at Urolife Stone Centre in Delhi, India

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ICS - International College of Surgeons
IACD - International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology
ISDS - International Society for Dermatologic Surgery
EBOPRAS - European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
IAAFA - International Academy of Advanced Facial Aesthetics
WALT - World Association for Laser Therapy
ISHRS - International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
AAHRS - Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons
ESCAD - European Society for Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology
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EAC - European Association for Counselling
IFSO - International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorde
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BIOMET 3i Education Program
EURAPS - European Association of Plastic Surgeons
Center of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery
IAOMS - International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Treatment Abroad Code of Practice
IFFPSS - International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies
FIGO - International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics
IFED - International Federation of Esthetic Dentistry
EOS - European Orthodontic Society
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IBMS - International Board of Medicine and Surgery
EAFPS - European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
ESCD - European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry
ESCRS - European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
NASS - North American Spine Society
ESHRE - European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology
MPS - Medical Protection Society
European Journal of Ophthalmology
ISRS - International Society of Refractive Surgery
JCRS - Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Cornea Society
JPGM - Journal of Postgraduate Medicine
ESPRAS - European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
OSAPS - Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
RS - The Rhinoplasty Society
FRANZCOG - Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians a
IFOMPT - International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapist
WFO - World Federation of Orthodontists
ITI - International Team for Implantology
ICOI - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Dentsply Friadent Implant Programme
IMTEC Sendax Mini Dental Implants Systems
IAO - International Association for Orthodontics
AAO - Asian Academy of Osseointegration
WAAAM - World Anti-Aging Academy of Medicine
WOSIAM - World Society Interdisciplinary Anti-Aging Medicine
ESE - European Society of Endodontology
ECAMS - European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery
IABCLL - International Academy of Body Contouring and Laser Lipolysis
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IMDHA - International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association
EAO - European Association for Osseointegration
ISD - International Society of Dermatology
IFAD - International Federation of Aesthetic Dentistry
IBHRS - International Board of Hair Restoration Specialists
IAHRS - International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons
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IASP - International Association for the Study of Pain
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EAPD - European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry
EACMD - European Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
ESHRS - European Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
ICD - International College of Dentists Fellowship
UIME - International Union of Aesthetic Medicine
APACS - Asian Pacific Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
McKenzie Institute International
ITEC - International Therapy Examination Council
ICA - International Cranial Association
I-ACT - International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy
CIBTAC - Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
IFPA - International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists
ISBI - International Society for Burn Injuries
The Pankey Institute
PEFOTS - Pan European Federation of TCM Societies
URHP - Unified Register of Herbal Practitioners
AACD - Asian Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
IMSA - The International Medical Spa Association
ACHSI - The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International
CIDESCO - Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie
ART - Active Release Techniques
ICPA - International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
CDA - Caribbean Dermatology Association
APAO - Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology
FICCDE - International College of Continuing Dental Education Fellowship
GMC - General Medical Council
ISA - International Sleep Academy
ISCG - International Society of Cosmetogynecology
EPA - European Prosthodontic Association
ABSI - Advanced Body Sculpting Institute
EACMFS - European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
FILACP - Federación Ibero Latinoamericana de Cirugía Plástica
REDLARA - Rede Latino-americana de Reprodução Assistida
ALMER - Asociación Latinoamericana de Medicina Reproductiva
ICP - International College of Prosthodontists
EFP - European Federation of Periodontology
IADR - International Association for Dental Research
IODPT - International Organization for Dental Phobia Treatment
Academy of Operative Dentistry
The Dawson Academy
AAP - Asian Academy of Prosthodontics
AsianAOMS - Asian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry - Certified CEREC Trainer
SAAD - Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry
PFA - Pierre Fauchard Academy
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry
YDW - Young Dentists Worldwide
APAD - Asia Pacific Academy of Dentistry
ACDNA - Academy Of Computerized Dentistry Of North America
WSLO - World Society of Lingual Orthodontics
IMA - Indian Medical Association
AIIMS - All India Institute of Medical Sciences
IHO - Indian Health Organisation
Indian Association of Physiotherapists
APSI - Association of Plastic Surgeons of India
NABL - The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories
IAAPS - Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
IBAM - Indian Board of Alternative Medicines
FOGSI - Federation of Obstetrics and Gynecological Societies of India
IDA - Indian Dental Association
ISAR - Indian Society for Assisted Reproduction
DCI - Dental Council of India
IOS - Indian Orthodontic Society
LOS - Lingual Orthodontic Society
IPS - Indian Prosthodontic Society
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AOI - Academy of Oral Implantology
AOMSI - Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons of India
AHRSI - Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons of India
Academy of Implantology
DDC - Delhi Dental Council
DOS - Delhi Ophthalmological Society
HMAI - Homeopathic Medical Association of India
ISP - Indian Society of Periodontology
IAACD - Indian Academy of Aesthetic & Cosmetic Dentistry
AIOS - All India Ophthalmological Society
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Oncology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the research, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. A medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating people with cancer is called an oncologist.

An oncologist can design a treatment plan based on detailed pathology reports that shows the type of cancer the patient has, how much cancer has developed, how fast the cancer is likely to spread, and what parts of the patient's body are involved.

The field of oncology has three main areas, which include:

  • Medical oncologists use chemotherapy, hormonal therapies, and other types of targeted treatments to treat cancer. Most people think of medical oncologist as their primary cancer doctor. Medical oncologists help monitor and maintain patients' well-being, as well as helping patients manage side effects. Often patients follow up with their medical oncologist once their treatment is complete.
  • Surgical oncologists perform the surgical removal of the tumor and surrounding tissue. They will help patients prepare for and recover from any surgical procedure they undergo during their cancer treatment. If your primary doctor suspects that you have cancer, a surgical oncologist is likely one of the first doctors you see. Surgical oncologists can perform biopsies, which involves removing a small tissue sample to be checked for cancer cells.
  • Radiation oncologists treat cancer using radiation therapy. They use high-energy photon beams to target and destroy cancer cells. Approximately one-half of all cancer patients will undergo radiation treatment during their cancer care.

Because most cancers are treated with a combination of therapies, you could see two or all three different oncologists during the course of your treatment.

Besides the three main areas, there are also several other areas of oncology. These include:

  • Pediatric oncologists diagnose and treat cancer in children. Some types of cancer appear more often in children and teenagers, such as leukemia, brain tumors, osteosarcoma, and Ewing’s sarcoma. Some pediatric oncologists focus on conducting research on childhood cancers, while others specialize in certain types of cancer.
  • Gynecologic oncologists treat cancers that affect women, such as cancer of the ovary, cervix, uterus, vagina, and vulva. Additionally, they also treat complicated gynecological conditions that are not cancerous, such as fibroid tumors and endometriosis.
  • Hematologist-oncologists diagnoses and treats blood cancers, such as lymphoma, leukemia, and myeloma. They may also specialize in the management of solid tumors.

Oncologists usually work with a variety of other medical professionals, including pathologists, diagnostic radiologists, oncology nurses, and oncology social workers. They may also work with doctors from other areas of medicine, such as neurologists, dermatologists, or urologists.

What does Oncology Involve?

There are many types of procedures to treat cancer. The types of procedures that you receive will depend on the type of cancer you have and how advanced it is. Some people who have cancer will only have one treatment. However, most people have a combination of treatments, such as surgery with radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy. Below are the types of procedures to treat cancer:

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a type of treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells in the body and prevent them from growing. The drugs can prevent cell division, target the food source of the cancer cells’ (the hormones and enzymes the cells need to grow), and trigger apoptosis (a process in which cancer cells kill themselves).

  • Chemotherapy drugs can be given in several different ways, including.
  • Oral – taken in a pill or capsule form.
  • Intravenously – through an infusion into a vein.
  • Shots – injected with a needle.
  • Topical – applying creams or gels into the skin. This type is used to treat certain types of skin cancer.

Chemotherapy drugs can also be given directly to cancer or directly to an area of the body, such as the abdomen or central nervous system.

Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy, or biologic therapy, boosts your body’s natural defenses to fight cancer. It uses substances made by your own body, or in a laboratory, to improve or restore your immune system function. It can stop cancer from spreading to other parts of the body, stop or slow the growth of cancer cells, and help your immune system work better at destroying cancer cells.

There are several types of immunotherapy to treat cancer, including immune checkpoint inhibitors, T-cell transfer therapy, monoclonal antibodies, treatment vaccines, and immune system modulators. Different types of immunotherapy may be given in different ways, such as intravenous (IV), oral, intravesical (directly into the bladder), or topical.

Targeted therapy

Targeted therapy uses drugs that are designed to specifically “target” cancer cells without affecting normal cells. It targets the cancer’s specific proteins, genes, or other tissue environment contributing to cancer survival and growth. These proteins and genes are found in cancer cells or in cells related to cancer growth.

The targeted drugs can block or turn off chemical signals that tell cancer cells when to divide and grow, stop making new blood vessels that feed cancer cells, change proteins within the cancer cells so the cells die, trigger the immune system to kill cancer cells, and carry toxins in the cancer cells to kill them.

  • There are two types of targeted therapy:
  • Small-molecule drugs, which is given through pills or capsules that you swallow
  • Monoclonal antibodies, which are given through a needle in a blood vein.

Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy uses intense energy beams to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. It most often uses X-rays, but other types of energy, such as protons may also be used.

Radiation therapy can be done in two ways:

  • External-beam radiation therapy – this type of radiation therapy delivers radiation from a machine outside the body. You will lie on a table, and the machine (called a linear accelerator) moves around you to deliver radiation from several different angles. It is a quick and painless procedure.
  • Internal radiation therapy – also called brachytherapy, involves both temporary and permanent placement of radioactive sources in the body. During the placement of the radioactive sources, you will be given anesthesia.

Hormone therapy

Hormone therapy stops or slows the growth of cancer that uses hormones to grow. It works by blocking your body’s ability to produce hormones or interfere with how hormones behave in your body. It can reduce the chance that cancer will return by stopping or slowing its growth, as well as preventing or reducing symptoms in men with prostate cancer.

Hormone therapy is usually used to treat breast and prostate cancer. It can be taken in many ways, including orally, through an injection, and surgery.

Stem Cell Transplant

People whose blood-forming stem cells are damaged by the very high doses of radiation therapy or chemotherapy can undergo stem cell transplant to restore the cells. Blood-forming stem cells are vital since they grow into different types of blood cells that you need to be healthy. The stem cells will be given to you through an IV catheter. The process is very much like receiving a blood transfusion.

Surgical treatment

Surgical treatment for cancer is a procedure to remove cancer from your body. There are many types of surgeries to treat cancer, which differ based on the part of the body that requires surgery, the purpose of the surgery, the amount of tissue to be removed, and your preference. In general, the surgery can be open or minimally invasive.

  • During open surgery, one large incision is made to remove the tumor, some healthy tissue, and some nearby lymph nodes.
  • During minimally invasive surgery, a few tiny incisions are made instead of a large one. These incisions are made to insert a laparoscope (a long, thin tube with a camera on its end) and special surgical tools. The laparoscope allows your surgeon to see the inside of the body, and the surgical tools are used to remove the tumor and some healthy tissue.

How Long Should I Stay in New Delhi?

For chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy, the treatment schedule may vary. You may have treatment every day, week, or month. It may also be given in a cycle, which is a period of treatment followed by a period of rest to give your body a chance to recover. For surgical treatment, you may need to stay in the hospital for a few days, and you need to stay in New Delhi for at least 10 to 14 days. Your oncologist and/or medical tourism team will advise you on the length of stay in New Delhi.

What's the Recovery Time?

The type of procedure you undergo determines the recovery period. While you may be able to get back to your normal routine within 10 days after laparoscopic surgery, you may need to wait around 6 weeks to fully recover from open surgery. Your oncologist will give you a detailed recovery timeline.

What About Aftercare?

You will be given instructions on how to take care of yourself. Your surgeon or nurse will explain how to control your pain, how to take care of your wound, activities you can and cannot do, and how to spot signs of infections. You may also need to talk to a dietitian to help with eating problems caused by the treatment. You will need to attend follow-up checkups to monitor your condition.

What's the Success Rate?

Cancer survival has improved significantly due to constant advancement and improvements in the field of oncology, including improvement in treatments and screening (allowing for earlier diagnosis). Still, you need to be aware of the risks, such as infection, bleeding, nerve damage, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss.

Are there Alternatives to Oncology?

There is no other alternative than to see an oncologist when it comes to cancer treatments. Some people may choose to undergo meditation, hypnosis, and acupuncture as well, usually to relieve the stress, anxiety, and pain that cancer can bring.

This information has been accurately sourced and verified by a medical professional for its accuracy, however, we strongly recommend you to consult with your doctor before pursuing medical procedures overseas.

Update: 09/01/2023