Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, building in India
The Regional Cancer Centre Thiruvananthapuram is a hospital in Thiruvananthapuram specializing in cancer treatment. It offers multiple treatment approaches including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and newer methods like immunotherapy, with specialized divisions for pathology, imaging, and nuclear medicine.
The centre was established in 1981, growing out of the radiotherapy department of the medical college. As one of only six such centres in India at its founding, it pioneered specialized cancer care and research in the region.
The centre's name reflects its role as a regional hub for cancer care. For local residents, it represents a place of hope and trust where people facing serious illness can find both expertise and compassionate support during difficult times.
Visitors should arrive during morning or early afternoon hours to avoid long waits and have sufficient time for consultations or treatments. The hospital has separate facilities for outpatient and inpatient services, with the layout designed to support both types of care smoothly.
The centre was the first in India to establish a dedicated community oncology division, bringing cancer care directly to village communities. Since 1985, it has provided free treatment to children and adults with treatable cancers, regardless of income level.
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