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Ramesh Arvind –Sandalwood Actor & Filmmaker inaugurated the second
center of Fortis Cancer Institute in the city
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Bangalore/ New Delhi, April 06, 2021:
Fortis Hospitals, Cunningham Road known for its eminence in cardiac care is now bringing its 30 years of legacy in cancer care in the heart of the city. On the occasion of World Health Day, the second unit of Fortis Cancer Institute was launched in the city by Ramesh Arvind – Sandalwood actor and filmmaker, along with Dr Manish Mattoo- Zonal Director- Fortis Hospitals, Bangalore, Anand Angadi- Facility Director-Fortis Hospital, Cunningham Road.
Launched in the year 2019, the first Fortis Cancer Institute at Bannerghatta Road has successfully treated over 4000+ cancer patients till date. Fortis Cancer Institute- City Center will meet the medical needs of the cancer patients with major focus on Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology. Located in central part of Bangalore many patients from different parts of the city will have easier access to Cancer treatment facilities with this center getting inaugurated.
According to a report by National Cancer Registry Programme, India, the incidence of cancer in Bangalore is 146.8 per 1 lakh individuals, which is one of the highest in the country.
Ramesh Arvind – Sandalwood actor and filmmaker, At the outset, I would like to congratulate the entire Fortis team for understanding the people’s requirements and responding to their needs with better facilities and advanced treatments for cancer patients in Bangalore. I have been actively associated with cancer awareness activities in the city and I feel glad to have inaugurated Fortis Cancer Institute at Cunningham Road. I am sure that this center will provide quality cancer care and patients are able to take advantage of the available facilities.”
Dr Manish Mattoo, Zonal Director – Fortis Hospitals Bangalore said, ““Fortis Hospital, Cunningham has a legacy of three decades for delivering best patient care and meeting the healthcare needs of Karnataka over these years. Situated at the heart of the city with cardiac care at its core, we are now expanding our care for cancer patients as we witness the increasing cancer cases in the city and the need for a dedicated cancer facility. The launch of second Cancer Institute at Cunningham Road is a continuation of our efforts to provide affordable, easily accessible and high quality care for cancer patients. The institute will have the advantages of a modern dedicated cancer institute within the confines of multi-super specialty hospital so that our patients get a comprehensive and complete care.”
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