In response to the rising burden of cancer cases in India, Zynova Shalby Multi-Specialty Hospital has launched a dedicated Oncology Department to deliver structured and comprehensive cancer care. Through this initiative, the hospital aims to ease the growing cancer burden and significantly improve patients’ quality of life.
As per the press release, the newly established department offers end-to-end oncology services, including cancer screening, advanced imaging, biopsy procedures, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy—all under one roof.
Experienced Multidisciplinary Team at the Helm
The Oncology Department brings together a team of highly experienced specialists to ensure coordinated and comprehensive treatment. The team includes:
- Dr. Deepak Khanna, Senior Consultant – Head and Neck Onco-Surgery
- Dr. Jerusha Fernandes, Junior Consultant – Head and Neck Surgery
- Dr. Prashant Nyati, Senior Consultant – Gynaec Onco-Surgeon & Robotic Surgeon
- Dr. Prriya Eshpuniyani, Senior Consultant – Thoracic Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist
- Dr. Sandeep Bipte, Consultant – Breast Cancer & Reconstruction Surgery
- Dr. Prasad Pande, Gastrointestinal Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgeon
- Dr. Deep Vora, Medical Oncologist
Together, this multidisciplinary team delivers personalised, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s condition.
Rising Cancer Burden Demands Early and Coordinated Care
Cancer remains one of India’s leading health concerns. Changing lifestyles, tobacco consumption, unhealthy dietary habits, stress, environmental exposure, and low screening rates continue to drive rising incidence rates. Consequently, common cancers such as breast, lung, gastrointestinal, head and neck, and prostate cancers are being diagnosed more frequently.
Moreover, delayed diagnosis often leads to severe complications, including organ damage, metastasis, and reduced survival rates. Therefore, early detection and timely, coordinated intervention remain critical to improving patient outcomes.
Focus on Timely, Evidence-Based Treatment
Dr. Deepak Khanna, Senior Consultant – Head and Neck Onco-Surgery at Zynova Shalby Hospital Mumbai, emphasised the importance of prompt action following diagnosis.
“Our Oncology Department is committed to providing timely and evidence-based cancer care because swift action after diagnosis can make a life-saving difference. Early detection and immediate initiation of appropriate treatment significantly improve outcomes and help prevent serious complications. We ensure seamless evaluation, accurate staging, and carefully planned therapy without unnecessary delays.”
He further added, “With access to advanced technology and a coordinated team approach, we design personalised treatment strategies around each patient’s specific condition and overall well-being. Our goal extends beyond clinical management—we strive to enable smoother recovery, better quality of life, and continuous support throughout the treatment journey.”
Holistic Support Beyond Clinical Care
In addition to medical treatment, the department places strong emphasis on holistic care. The team provides nutritional counselling and emotional support to help patients regain strength and manage fear and uncertainty. Furthermore, doctors maintain close communication with families to ensure they feel informed, reassured, and supported at every stage of treatment.
Commitment to Quality and Trust
Mr. Reny Varghese, COO of Zynova Shalby Hospitals Mumbai, highlighted the strategic importance of the launch.
“Today’s launch reflects our continued investment in strengthening specialised healthcare services. We designed the Oncology Department to deliver evidence-based treatment supported by advanced infrastructure and experienced specialists. We recognise that a cancer diagnosis impacts entire families, and therefore, we focus on providing holistic support throughout the journey. This initiative reinforces our promise of quality, accessibility, and trust.”
With this new Oncology Department, Zynova Shalby Multi-Specialty Hospital strengthens its role in delivering advanced, compassionate, and patient-focused cancer care in Mumbai.