Brief
Our Cancer Centre is one of the best centre in the city, equipped with the latest machines and the most experienced team including oncologists, onco-surgeons and medical oncologists. The centre not only treats the patient, but also helps the family to cope up with the disease by providing hope, comfort and assurance.
Why Choose Us
Today, Jehangir Hospital is considered to be one of the best multi-speciality hospitals for cancer in the city. It has a 79 year long legacy of providing e treatment along with excellent clinical outcomes and with its team of qualified and experienced doctors who provide innovative ways of cancer cure. Jehangir Hospital has set up a comprehensive screening programme for the early detection of cancer. The technology used ensures that the detection process is minimally invasive, convenient to undergo, quick and almost painless.
We have some of the most renowned oncologists in the country visiting our hospital to treat our patients coupled with state-of-the-art technology for cancer care. Furthermore, the team of experts in our oncological department continuously add palliative and end-of-life care to patients who deserve the best treatment.
Things that make us stand out are:
- A multidisciplinary tumour board that provides an individualised treatment plan for patients
- Jehangir Breast Care Centre’s main focus is breast oncoplastic surgery, which combines the principles of breast cancer surgery as well as aesthetic surgery. This is one of the best breast care centres in the city providing integrated breast care right from diagnosis to surgery and reconstruction
- Comprehensive cancer treatment in the field of surgical and chemotherapy
- In-house blood bank
- Screening for various cancers including investigation, diagnosis and treatment of the problem
- Guidance is given to the patient as well as the family based on the condition the patient is going through
- Complex cancer treatments such as gastrointestinal tract tumours, head and neck tumours, paediatric malignancies, etc.
- Chemotherapy - day care – haematology
- Facility for hair cooling machine to reduce side effects
- Facility for special type of treatment for HIPEC
- Latest treatment for immunotherapy
Services
The Onco Science Division at Jehangir hospital delivers state-of-the-art care and compassionate support to patients, ensuring high-quality clinical services. We offer comprehensive access to specialised clinical services, rehabilitative care, and support, catering to patients' needs throughout their cancer journey - be it diagnosis, treatment, recovery and prevention.
General Oncology
Jehangir Hospital is nationally recognised as a leader in cancer research, patient care and education. Herein, we are dedicated to innovative and compassionate cancer care for virtually all forms of cancer from the top of your head to the tip of your toes. Patients are seen by multidisciplinary teams and follow individualised treatment plans because we understand that cancer is complex and each patient is unique.
What makes us a sought after centre is the fact that we offer comprehensive cancer care under one roof. This includes facilities such as:
- Innovative therapies
- Chemotherapy for all solid cancers
- Endocrine therapy
- Latest biological and targeted treatments for solid tumours
- Onco daycare
- The Chemotherapy Day Care Centre, is a full-fledged cancer clinic with a well-equipped chemotherapy day care centre. It is designed to look after the patients who have been advised short therapies / procedures and do not require night stay in hospital. One of the USPs of our centre is the scalp cooling machine which minimises the hair loss. Our patients are given treatment in the day care centre during the day time so that patient is able to go home the same day. Being a specialised cancer care clinic, it has a 360 degree approach to the wellness of the patients. There are experienced oncologists, paediatric oncologists, haematologists and pain and palliative care specialists. All staff- nurses, technicians, pharmacist and others are trained in oncology care.
- Dedicatedpharmacy
- With a well-trained certified pharmacist for chemo administration
- Some of the cancers we treat include but are not limited to:
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma (Adrenal Cancer)
- Bladder Cancer
- Blood and Bone Marrow Cancer
- Brain Tumour
- Breast Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Paediatric Cancers
- Colorectal Cancer
- Gynaecologic Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancer
- Leukaemia
- Liver Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Melanoma
- Oesophageal Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Spinal Tumour
- Sarcoma
- Stomach Cancer
- Thyroid Tumour
Oncosurgery
Oncosurgery at Jehangir Hospital focuses on a comprehensive approach to cancer treatment, emphasising multidisciplinary care. Our highly trained surgeons specialise in diverse cancer types and collaborate closely with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, and other healthcare professionals. This collaborative effort ensures that our patients receive the most effective treatments and exceptional care. Renowned nationally for their innovative and coordinated patient care, our surgeons are at the forefront of providing cutting-edge treatments and employ advanced minimally invasive techniques where possible, resulting in smaller incisions, faster recovery, reduced scarring, and shorter hospital stays.
Among the many tumour treatments we specialise in surgically are:
- Breast surgery
- Head and neck surgery
- Prostate, kidney and bladder cancer
- Liver, gall bladder and pancreatic cancer
- Stomach and colon cancer
- Thyroid surgery, parathyroid surgery, parotid surgery
- Gastro intestinal onco-surgery
- Uterus and cervical cancer
- Lung and oesophagus cancer
- Lymphatic cell cancer
- Blood
Organ Based Oncology
The organ based oncology setup at Jehangir Hospital is an advanced facility that offers patients a holistic and all-encompassing approach to care. Herein, we integrate cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, psychosocial support, nutritional support, and both clinical and fundamental cancer research, providing the most comprehensive services available.
Breast Cancer
The Orchid Breast Care Centre by Jehangir Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care tailored to the specific needs of women, offering groundbreaking procedures and surgical advancements in the treatment of breast cancer, thereby instilling hope and confidence.
The centre meets international standards set by EUSOMA for specialist breast cancer care, positioning itself as one of the few comprehensive units in India adhering to global standards. From its welcoming ambience to its state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment facilities, this centre prioritises patient-centred approaches, ensuring precision and excellence in care. Spanning an expansive 3,500 sq. ft., the unit is committed to providing comprehensive services tailored to women's specific breast health needs.
Orchids Breast Health has consistently been a beacon of excellence, pioneering comprehensive breast healthcare for over a decade. The centre offers cutting-edge services, including advanced diagnostic imaging like 3D Tomosynthesis, Contrast-Enhanced Digital Mammography, Breast MRI, and 3D/4D Breast Ultrasonography with Elastography. It also employs advanced biopsy techniques such as Tru-cut biopsy, Vacuum-Assisted Biopsy (VAB), and Stereotactic/Robotic Biopsy. In collaboration with Jehangir Hospital, Orchid Breast Health's full range of services is poised to elevate breast care to new heights. The centre ensures that patients benefit from the convenience of in-house chemotherapy and day care services, alongside holistic well-being support, including psychological counselling, nutrition and dietetics guidance, and physiotherapy for rehabilitation.
The cutting-edge technology, including Digital Mammography with 3D Tomosynthesis and Automated Breast Volume Scanner (ABVS), ensures precise early cancer detection. The use of Vacuum-Assisted Breast Biopsy (VAB) technology enables precise diagnosis and non-surgical removal of benign lumps or lesions.
Orchid Breast Health by Jehangir Hospital caters to patients from Pune and across India, ensuring swift recovery and nearly 100% diagnostic accuracy. As pioneers of oncoplastic surgeries, the centre emphasises aesthetics, addressing a primary concern of patients. Diagnostic services, including contrast mammograms, enable detection of diseases at stage 0, facilitating early intervention without surgical procedures.
Ovarian and Gynaecological Cancers
Jehangir Hospital is renowned for its treatment of ovarian and gynaecological cancers, which spearheads cutting-edge research and provides exemplary care to patients diagnosed with gynaecologic cancer.
Our programme specialises in various types of gynaecologic malignancies, including ovarian cancer, endometrial/uterine cancer, cervical cancer, vulvar cancer, vaginal cancers, and gestational trophoblastic disease. With a multidisciplinary approach, we seamlessly integrate medical, surgical, radiation, and pathology expertise to offer comprehensive treatment options. We prioritise minimally invasive options where possible as well as individualised care by tailoring our approaches to the specific type and stage of cancer a woman is facing, be it early-stage or advanced.
Head and Neck Cancers
At our advanced centre for head and neck cancers, we treat individuals with cancers of the oral cavity (tongue, mouth), major and minor salivary glands, larynx/pharynx, hypopharynx, nose/nasal passages, sinus, eye, skin of the head and neck, and other sites located in this area. We are leaders in guided biopsies, minimally invasive surgeries and ablative treatments, and are highly skilled in surgical reconstructive techniques.
Our dedicated care team brings together a wealth of expertise in various areas, encompassing surgical interventions, radiation therapy, chemotherapy administration, specialized oncology nursing, pathology, and an array of supportive care services. These supportive services include speech pathology, psychiatry, and craniofacial prosthetics, ensuring comprehensive and holistic care for our patients.
SkullCancers
The treatment of skull cancers at Jehangir Hospital is a collaborative effort among our ex-perts of head and neck surgery, neurosurgery, and radiation oncology. Within our clinic, we assess and provide treatment for a significant number of patients each year. Surgical resec-tion, including translabyrinthine, retrosigmoid, or middle cranial fossa approaches, as well as radiation therapy options such as gamma knife or linear accelerated fractionated radio-therapy, are employed based on individual patient needs.
Prostate Cancer
At Jehangir Hospital, our approach to diagnosing and treating prostate cancer is all-encompassing, utilising a collaborative team effort. This involves conducting thorough pa-tient evaluations to screen for prostate cancer, detecting it at the earliest possible stage of the disease. We then develop a personalised treatment plan that prioritises the well-being of the patient and provides ongoing support throughout the process.
Our team of specialists takes into account the unique characteristics of the prostate cancer, any previous treatments undertaken, and factors related to the patient's quality of life to es-tablish treatment goals. Herein, we offer state-of-the-art surgical approaches and radiation to prolong survival and to maximise quality-of-life.
Gastroenterological Cancers
At Jehangir Hospital, our mission is to improve the outcome for patients with colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, biliary and hepatocellular cancers (HCC or liver cancer), neuroendocrine tumours (NETs), and gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GISTs). Being a highly specialised centre, we direct our attention towards the unique requirements of individuals with these specific diseases. This emphasis enables us to deliver a highly individualised approach to patient care.
Our approach stands out for its innovative nature, showcased through our distinctive collaborative, multidisciplinary care model. We adopt an assertive approach to treatment while maintaining a compassionate attitude towards our patients. Alongside state-of-the-art treatment modalities, our patients have the opportunity to avail themselves of various services, including nutrition counselling, rehabilitation, and physical therapy.
HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
At Jehangir Hospital, our approach to diagnosing and treating prostate cancer is all encompassing, utilising a collaborative team effort. This involves conducting thorough patient evaluations to screen for prostate cancer, detecting it at the earliest possible stage of the disease. We then develop a personalised treatment plan that prioritises the well-being of the patient and provides ongoing support throughout the process.
Our team of specialists takes into account the unique characteristics of the prostate cancer, any previous treatments undertaken, and factors related to the patient's quality of life to establish treatment goals. Herein, we offer state-of-the-art surgical approaches and radiation to prolong survival and to maximise quality-of-life.
- Innovative targeted chemotherapy for various abdominal cancers
- It is also called as “HOT /Heated” chemotherapy
- Various cancers like ovarian cancer, colorectal cancer, pseudomyxoma peritonei that has spread to the abdominal cavity can be treated with HIPEC in select patients
- It is applied during surgery in the same setting after surgical removal of tumour
- It is a highly-skilled and specialised procedure for peritoneal cancers
Paediatric Oncology
The paediatric oncology centre at Jehangir Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive multidisciplinary care to cancer patients up to 18 years of age. We provide a diagnostic service and specialist care for children with cancer (paediatric oncology), non-malignant blood diseases (paediatric haematology) and haematopoietic stem cell (blood and marrow) transplantation. At the state-of-the-art Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), our expert staff offers comfort and care for patients with even the most complex needs. We are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Most importantly, what makes us stand out is the compassionate care we’re known to provide.
Paediatric cancers we treat include:
- Brain and spinal tumours
- Germ cell tumours
- Histiocytosis
- Leukaemia
- Lymphoma
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Neuroblastoma
- Neurofibromatosis
- Retinoblastoma
- Sarcoma
- Wilm's Tumor
Onco Science
Our highly skilled team of Onco Science experts includes:
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Tue and Sat: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Tue: 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
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Speciality : Medical Oncologist
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Patient Testimonials
Chetan Tolia
I am grateful to all the team of doctors, nurses, and medical staff. all staff worked well in my treatment and recovery. thank you Jehangir Hospital.
Yehan Morris
A very pleasant stay, good medical staff, best nursing plus cleaning facility. IN this pandemic Medical staff was taken care of very well thank you so much. also very happy with the check-out procedure.
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