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The Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, is one of the most active and leading Centre of Excellence with a commitment to providing specialised care for cancer patients. With eminent oncologists trained from prestigious medical institutions and holding a legacy of 35 years, we deliver comprehensive care using cutting-edge technology, personalised treatment plans, and compassionate support, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.
Why Choose Us?
Comprehensive Cancer Care
The Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, house state-of-the-art facilities, expert medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, and holistic patient care, including diet and counselling.
Excellent Multispeciality Tumour Board
With renowned medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, we bring together a multidisciplinary team to review your case meticulously and develop evidence-based decisions and optimal treatment strategies.
Efficient Patient Support
Along with guiding patients through existing treatments, Apollo Cancer Centre also extends its care to emotional and mental well-being by offering psychological support for both patients and families, empowering them to fight with strength and resilience
About Our Oncology Department
- With 35 years of legacy, the Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, is well-recognised as one of the leading cancer hospitals in the state, ensuring comprehensive patient-centric care by combining advanced technology and innovative treatments.
- We are acclaimed for introducing the PET CT scanner in the country, as well as being one of the few medical institutions to offer Tomotherapy. Moreover, we are also credited for introducing Novalis Tx Radiosurgery, a new standard in radiation therapy and radiosurgery.
- We have various subspecialties to address different cancer types, such as Head and Neck Oncology, Lung Cancer, Gastrointestinal Oncology, CAR T-cell Therapy, etc., providing personalised and tailored care for all cancer patients.
Our Specialities
At Apollo Hospitals, Vizag, the Department of Oncology has different specialities to address over 100 types of cancer. These include:
- Head and Neck Oncology
- Neuro-Oncology
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Oncology
- Urological Oncology
- Gynaecological Oncology
- Bone Cancer
- Blood Cancer
- Bone Marrow Transplants
- CAR T-cell Therapy
Oncology Speciality Clinics
The Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, houses specialised clinics for various cancers to provide patients with personalised, multidisciplinary care and holistic support. Our speciality clinics include:
- Breast Cancer
- Musculoskeletal Cancers
- Bone Sarcoma Clinic
- Oral and Throat Cancers
- Blood Cancers
Treatments and Procedures
Radiation Therapy
At Apollo Cancer Centre, we are equipped with state-of-the-art linear accelerators from Varian (Novalis Tx) and Siemens that feature multi-energy photos and electron-beam capabilities to treat various cancers. These instruments offer Total Skin Electron Therapy, Arc Therapy and Total Body Irradiation. The precision of this innovative therapy is verified using the Electronic Portal Imaging Device (EPID). Others include:
- Tomotherapy
- True Beam
- HDR Brachytherapy
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
- Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
- 3-Dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy (3-D CRT)
- PET-CT Guided Radiotherapy
- High Precision External Beam Radiotherapy
- Extracorporeal Radiation for bone tumours
- Magna Field Radiation: Total Body/Lymph nodal/Marrow Irradiation
Medical Oncology
Our medical oncologists at Apollo Cancer Care, Kakinada, develop evidence-based treatment plans, utilising single or combination therapies that include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy to address a wide range of conditions. These include:
- Leukaemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma
- Various tumours in the Head and Neck, Gastrointestinal, Brain, Lung, Urological (Prostate, Urinary Bladder, etc.), Gynaecological (Cervical, Ovarian, etc.), Breast, and Sarcomas.
The advanced treatment modalities that we offer at the Department of Oncology include:
- Adjuvant Chemotherapy
- Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormonal Therapy
- Palliative Care
Surgical Oncology
The surgical oncology team at Apollo Cancer Centre specialises in performing simple to complex cancer surgeries for staging, diagnosing, and treating cancer. Several factors are considered to assess the eligibility for surgery, such as the size, type, location, grade, and stage of the tumour. With significant expertise, the team is adept at utilising several sophisticated techniques, including minimally invasive and robotic onco-surgeries.
Haemato Oncology
Our haematologist-oncologists at Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, are equipped to treat several complexities of liquid cancers, including patients with advanced stages of leukaemia and lymphoma. We carry out thorough monitoring to track treatment response, assess the progression of the disease, and customise therapies. We are acclaimed nationally for hosting the first state-of-the-art Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) ward, as well as offering CAR T-cell therapy for patients.
Nuclear Medicine
The Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, has a well-established Nuclear Medicine Department that dates back to 1992, with the introduction of the Singular-head Plana Gamma Camera. It was later upgraded in 2001 to Single-head SPECT Gamma Camera. Other state-of-the-art machines include:
- PET-CT Scanner
- Bone Scan
- Hepatobiliary Scan
- Renogram (DTPR & DMSA)
- Thyroid Scan
- Isotope Venogram
- Muga Scan for LVEF
- GI Bleed Scan
- Meckel’s Scan
- Ventilation-Perfusion Scan
- Liver-Spleen Scan
- SPECT Imaging
- Theranostics
Precision Oncology
A groundbreaking solution to precise cancer treatment, the Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, utilised advanced diagnostic tools, genomic profiling, and targeted therapy to provide tailored and individualised treatment plans. Some of the diagnostics and therapeutic procedures under Precision Oncology include:
- Liquid Biopsy
- Tumour Tissue Analysis
- Chemo Sensitivity
- Robotic Surgery
- Cyberknife
- Tomotherapy
Advanced Technologies
The Apollo Cancer Centre, Vizag, houses several advanced technologies, offering our patients the highest level of precision, personalised care, and treatment outcomes in the fight against cancer. These include:
- Bone Scan
- In-House Cyclotron
- BK5000 USS Machine
- Syngo Fusion Technology
FAQ's
Common types of cancer usually involve the lungs, breasts, prostate, colorectal, skin, and ovaries. Several factors are considered, including family history and risk factors, to assess an individual’s likelihood of developing cancer. Cancers can be diagnosed early through routine screening, which increases the chances of survival.
General symptoms to look out for that could be signs of cancer include mouth soreness or ulcers, painless and abnormal swelling in lymphatic areas, the unexpected change in mole appearance and bleeding, persistent cough, chronic hoarseness, abnormal bleeding (e.g., post-menopausal bleeding, through the rectum, etc.), loss of weight, and fatigue.
The Apollo Cancer Centre, Kakinada, provide several treatment options, such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy, stem cell transplant, CAR T cell therapy, and precision medicine based on patient diagnosis and other factors. With renowned oncologists, advanced techniques, and a multidisciplinary approach, they ensure evidence-based treatments for optimal outcomes.
Oncologists recommend treatment plans for cancer patients based on the characteristics of cancer, your overall health, and personal preferences. In some cases, a multidisciplinary team of specialists reviews the case, discusses it, and recommends treatment plans. These plans are subject to change based on the response to your treatment.
Although general factors are inevitable, certain lifestyle modifications can help in preventing cancer, such as a balanced diet, exercise, limiting or refraining from smoking or alcohol, protecting from sun UV rays, and undergoing routine checkups.
Providing emotional support, assisting them with routine activities, accompanying them to appointments, offering encouragement, being an active listener, and participating in support groups can be effective ways to help your loved ones with cancer.