Department of Medical Oncology, Hemato-oncology And Bmt
From managing recurrence to early diagnosis, every step is crucial in treating cancer. Our team of some of the best oncologists in Mumbai, counsellors, paramedical experts, and support physical, psychological, and behavioural approaches for maximum recovery. We are one of the few integrated cancer care hospital equipped with top-notch medical techniques, providing individual-specific psycho-oncological session and reduced visiting and waiting time for patients. We also provide comorbidity management, diet, nutrition, rehabilitation, pain and palliative care. We also have dedicated chemotherapy and oncology treatment wards, exclusively for patients with differing malignancies. As a leading Hemato Oncology hospital in Mumbai, we have some of the best doctors for cancer treatment in Mumbai and other international regions, to help you in your fight against cancer.
Our Cancer Diagnostic Capabilities
At Gleneagles Hospital, the top Oncology Hospital in Mumbai, we strive to provide you with a personalized treatment plan which includes a powerful combination of advanced conventional treatments combined with supportive complementary medicine therapies. By treating our patients, we have found our warriors are better prepared to fight and able to enjoy a good quality of life.
Treatment of diseases by Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology is a modality of treatment in cancer care which uses Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, Hormonal Therapy and Targeted Therapy to treat cancer effectively.
Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. Chemotherapy works in a pattern of stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells, which grow and divide quickly.
Immunotherapy is a breakthrough innovation in Cancer Care. Immunotherapy is the process of activating the immune cells to fight against cancer cells it is a personalised treatment which intends to enhance the body’s defence mechanism to combat and destroy cancer cells.
Targeted therapy is a cancer treatment that uses drugs and is completely different from traditional chemotherapy. The modality known as targeted therapy helps in stopping the cancer from growing and spreading to other organs.
Patients come to Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai for several reasons. For some it is initial diagnosis, and for others it is for a second opinion; some of them for treatment, and others for follow up care. Our entire staff dedicates themselves to providing our patients with not only the most favourable in oncology care; but also, with a calming and friendly sense that allows patients to feel as though they are part of our family. We embrace the challenges ahead and we understand that cancer doesn’t just affect one part of the body. It affects all of you and everything in your life. Thus, we continuously excel in caring for you.
Our Doctors
View allDr Akshay Shah
Senior Consultant
MBBS, DNB
Oncologists/Cancer Specialists
The Department of Medical Oncology at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai is staffed with some of the finest doctors for cancer care treatment, for patients suffering from a wide range of cancers. The team comprises of an expert panel of clinicians, oncological specialists, psychologists, and others who bring comprehensive expertise for the treatment of cancer and related ailments, while delivering the advanced consultation & care for cancers. We deliver chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy and have a holistic approach to patient care.
- What all Cancer Diagnosis Services are available at cancer service center?
The diagnostic services at Gleneagles Hospital the #1 Cancer Hospital include pathology, biopsy, radiology, nuclear medicine, endoscopy, and colposcopy.
- Which is the most effective method for the diagnosis of cancer?
A biopsy is one of the most effective methods of a cancer diagnosis and regularly recommend when there are suspicions of cancer.
- Our Doctor's of Oncologists/Cancer Specialists
The Department of Medical Oncology at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai is staffed with some of the finest doctors for cancer care treatment, for patients suffering from a wide range of cancers. The team comprises of an expert panel of clinicians, oncological specialists, psychologists, and others who bring comprehensive expertise for the treatment of cancer and related ailments, while delivering the advanced consultation & care for cancers. We deliver chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy and have a holistic approach to patient care.
FAQ
Why Choose Us?
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PATIENT EXPERIENCE
Your care and comfort are our top priorities. We ensure that the patients are well informed prior to every step we take for their benefit and that their queries are effectively answered.
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LATEST TECHNOLOGIES
The Gleneagles Hospital's team stays up to date on the advancements in medical procedures and technologies. Experience the Future Healthcare Technologies now at Gleneagles Hospital.
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PROVIDING QUALITY CARE
Strengthening lives through compassionate care, innovative therapies and relentless efforts. It reflects in the DNA of our passionate team of doctors and dedicated clinical staff.