Medical Oncology
Millions of people around the world have beaten cancer because of early detection, accurate diagnosis, a good personalised treatment plan under the guidance of an experienced Oncologist, an Interdisciplinary Team, and with the help of a positive attitude and personal strength.
The Department of Oncology at Shrimann Cancer Centre is the latest centre in Jalandhar, with for the first time availability of services of DM Medical-Hemato oncologist dedicated to assure the best possible treatment for patients with various types of cancer. With state-of-the-art technology and its distinctive signature 'Reliable and Transparent', you are assured to have the very best possible support on your side.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Shrimann Cancer Centre is the first contemporary centre of its kind in Jalandhar to combine diagnostic procedures with the treatment modalities of Surgical Oncology, Medical oncology and Radiation therapy. The range of services ensures the very highest levels of care for cancer patients. Services at the core of the Shrimann Cancer Centre include:
- Medical Oncology (including Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy and Endocrine Therapy)
- Radiotherapy (with Halcyon linear accelerator and CT Simulator)
- Surgical Oncology
- Radiology (Breast Cancer diagnostic imaging programme)
- Reference Laboratory
- Specialised Pharmacy for Chemotherapy
- Supportive Care (Psychological Support, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Pain Clinic)
CONDITIONS AND SITES TREATED INCLUDE:
All types of adult and paediatric cancers for both male and female patients, following being the most frequent ones:
- Breast Tumours
- Gynaecological Cancers (Ovarian, Endometrial and Cervical)
- Lung Tumours (Bronchial and Lung)
- Gastrointestinal Tumours (Oesophageal, Gastric, Colorectal and Pancreatic)
- Renal and Genito-Urinary Tract, Prostate and Testicular Tumours
- Head and Neck Tumours (Brain)
- Neuro Endocrine Tumours (Thyroid and Adrenal)
- Soft Tissue Tumours (Sarcomas)
- Blood, Bone Marrow and Lymphatic System Tumours (Lymphomas, Myelomas &Leukaemia)
- Palliative (Pain Control, Bone Metastases)
- Emergencies (Spinal Cord Compression and Supra Vena Cava Obstruction (SVCO), Uncontrolled Tumour Haemorrhage)
TUMOUR BOARDS
The Oncology department practises a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care and has established tumour boards of various medical disciplines, including surgeons, oncologists, consultants and specialists doctors, all of whom, together, will decide on a personalised course of treatment, following international up to date guidelines.
Collaboration disciplines:
- General/Cancer Surgery
- Gynaecology/Surgery
- Gastroenterology/Abdominal Surgery
- Pulmonology/Thoracic Surgery
- Orthopaedics and Limb Salvage Surgery
- Cardiology/Cardiac Surgery
- Urology/Urological Surgery
- Neurology and Neuro Surgery
- Breast and Reconstruction Surgery
- Psycho-oncology
- Internal Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Dietetics
- Physiotherapy
- Social Services
MISSION
The mission of the Shrimann Cancer Center is to provide excellence in cancer care through outstanding programs that integrate quality patient care, prevention of cancer, education and research. We are highly motivated to educate others, explore ways to prevent cancer and recruit and retain the best people by creating a culture that encourages, rewards and protects employees. Our priority is to assure that all those at risk for and affected by cancer have access to the highest quality care.
Core Values
- Excellence
- Caring
- Integrity
- Innovation
- Team Spirit
