• Economy
    ₹₹

    72%

    Cancer Infrastructure Available

    Bangalore Baptist Hospital (Baptist cancer center), Hebbal, Bangalore

    Address: Hebbal, Bangalore
      • Equipped to treat most early & late-stage cancers
      • Has a team of surgical and radiation oncologists in-house.
      • Medical oncologist & Hemato-oncologist only available 3 days a week

    DCode Care Expert Analysis
      • 72% of required cancer clinical resources available here
      • 9 of 11 types of specialists required for cancer are available
      • Average experience of treating doctors is 9 years

Specialist

Surgical oncologist

  • Gynecologic onco surgeon
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Colon and Rectal surgeon
  • Urology surgeon
  • Thoracic surgeon
  • Neurosurgeon
  • Pulmonologist
  • Plastic surgeon
  • Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon
  • Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)/Head and Neck Surgeon
  • Medical oncologist
  • Radiation oncologist
  • Palliative care specialist
  • Stoma care specialists
  • Onco-pathologist
  • Radiologist
  • Mental Health Professional
  • Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
  • Occupational and Speech Therapy
  • Dietitian
  • Patient Support Group

Infrastructure

Almost all facilities required for cancer are available at Baptist hospital. However, few specialised tests (PETCT & genetic testing) are not available in house. The hospital has a tie up with a diagnostic center, if required. While the hospital has a good radiation therapy machine, they are not yet providing specialized radiation therapy services (brachytherapy and stereotactic radiation) which may be required for few specific cancers such as lung, gynecological, brain /spinal cord cancers, prostate cancer etc. Depending on the need for this advanced radiation therapy, patient maybe referred out.

Services-Diagnostics and Preparatory tests

  • History & Physical Exam
  • Mammography
  • X-ray
  • Ultrasound
  • Pathology
  • Histology
  • Biopsy
  • Lifestyle Counseling
  • Surgery
  • Chemotherapy
  • Basic Palliative Care

Specialized Services(Basic+)-Diagnostics and Preparatory tests

  • MRI
  • CT
  • Endoscopy
  • Lifestyle Counseling
  • Nutritional Counseling Dietitian
  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • External Beam Radiation Therapy
  • Dedicated Palliative Care Specialist
  • Palliative RT
  • Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy

Facilities

The hospital accepts most private insurance. However, for govt. insurance schemes (CGHS, Arogyashree, Ayushman Bharat etc.) they offer 20% discount only. Full coverage is not provided for govt. insurance holders.

Apart from regular OPD and wards, private patients can avail special private OPD and express services to huge crowds and waiting lines.

  • 24x7 Emergency Room
  • ICU
  • Ambulance
  • Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department
  • Home healthcare team
  • Private Insurance accepted
  • TPA Desk
  • Cancer Support Group in Hospital
  • International Outstation patient helpdesk

Why Choose This Hospital

HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Comprehensive Cancer Treatment: The hospital has invested in advanced medical infrastructure for cancer treatment. Full range of cancer treatment is provided here. Baptist has been providing cancer treatment since many years and regularly treats complex cancers.

Super-Specialists Available for Cancer Treatment: In recent years, super-specialized oncologists are emerging as preferred doctors as they are focused on treating cancers of a specific organ system. Baptist has two specialized oncologists (gynae-onco surgeon and head and neck onco surgeon). Being a multi-specialty hospital, other specialists such as urologists, pulmonologists, gastro-surgeons and neurosurgeons are readily available to collaborate with the treating cancer specialists depending on the case.

Affordable Treatment: Baptist hospital provides one of the most cost-effective treatments in Bangalore. Radiation Therapy is provided at the lowest cost compared to other private hospitals in Bangalore. The hospital also has a trust that funds treatment of needy patients.

Pain Management & Community Outreach: A dedicated palliative care specialist is available to work on relieving pain and other symptoms of cancer treatment. This is globally considered a best practice. The hospital also has an active outreach team that travels to patient homes to provide medical services.

Focused on Cancer Survivors Rehabilitation: Apart from medical cancer treatment, there is a large team for cancer survivor and support. Physical rehabilitation and survivorship including emotional counseling and bereavement support are provided by the team. Being a missionary hospital, the team has a special focus on providing compassionate patient care.