Apollo Hospitals Inaugurates Third Cancer Centre in Chennai
Tamil Nadu’s First Elekta Harmony Pro Introduced for Advanced Cancer Care
Chennai, January 29, 2025 – Apollo Hospitals has inaugurated its third comprehensive cancer centre in Chennai, located in Vanagaram. This state-of-the-art facility was launched in the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including Mr. Ma. Subramanian, Hon’ble Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Ms. Supriya Sahu IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Health & Family Welfare, and top executives from Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd. (AHEL), such as Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Dr. Preetha Reddy, and Ms. Suneeta Reddy.
A significant highlight of the new centre is Tamil Nadu’s first Elekta Harmony Pro, a cutting-edge radiation therapy technology that enhances the accuracy and effectiveness of cancer treatment.
A Commitment to World-Class Healthcare
A New Benchmark in Oncology Services
Bringing Cancer Care Closer to Patients
Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Founder & Chairman, Apollo Hospitals, reaffirmed the hospital’s mission to provide world-class healthcare with the best technology and infrastructure.
“The launch of our new centre in Vanagaram will significantly improve access to advanced cancer treatment for Chennai and its surrounding regions. Our vision is to make cancer a manageable condition rather than a life-threatening disease. We will continue investing in research, innovation, and top-tier patient care.”
Bringing Cancer Care Closer to Patients
A New Benchmark in Oncology Services
Bringing Cancer Care Closer to Patients
Ms. Supriya Sahu IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Health & Family Welfare, highlighted the importance of accessibility in cancer treatment.
“This centre ensures that high-quality cancer care is available closer to people’s homes. No one should be deprived of the treatment they deserve, and this facility is a step towards building a healthier community.”
A New Benchmark in Oncology Services
A New Benchmark in Oncology Services
A New Benchmark in Oncology Services
Dr. Preetha Reddy, Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals, underlined Apollo’s leadership in cancer care and the importance of bringing innovative treatments to patients.
“Apollo continues to set new benchmarks in cancer treatment. With Tamil Nadu’s first Elekta Harmony Pro, our Vanagaram centre will provide cutting-edge oncology services, reducing travel time and increasing convenience for patients. The inauguration of our 23rd cancer centre reinforces our commitment to accessible and world-class cancer care.”
Comprehensive and Multidisciplinary Cancer Care
The newly inaugurated Apollo Cancer Centre at Vanagaram is a standalone, dedicated cancer facility offering:
- Advanced diagnostics, surgical, and radiation oncology
- Specialist medical professionals, including oncologists, counsellors, dieticians, and speech therapists
- Organ-specific cancer management teams for personalized treatment
A team of renowned oncologists from various specialties, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, and pathology, will collaborate to provide holistic and compassionate care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Apollo’s 30-Year Legacy in Cancer Care
With a network of over 390 oncologists across India, Apollo Cancer Centres are known for their high-end precision oncology therapy. Patients from 147 countries seek treatment at Apollo, benefiting from South Asia’s first Pencil Beam Proton Therapy Centre and other groundbreaking innovations in cancer care.
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