SMCCTogether Towards a Cancer-Free Tomorrow The Sree Mookambika Cancer Centre stands as one of the most advanced and comprehensive oncology facilities in South Tamil Nadu, delivering integrated cancer care through Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Palliative Care under a single roof. The centre is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including a Varian Linear Accelerator (LINAC) that enables highly precise radiotherapy techniques, brachytherapy for targeted internal radiation, and advanced radiation planning that maximizes tumor control while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.To ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning, the centre houses a fully functional Nuclear Medicine Department with PET-CT and gamma camera imaging facilities, allowing for early detection, precise staging, and continuous monitoring of cancer. A dedicated 30-bedded day-care chemotherapy unit offers safe, comfortable, and efficient administration of chemotherapy, supported by trained oncology nurses and strict safety protocols. The specialised surgical oncology team performs a wide range of complex cancer surgeries with a strong focus on organ preservation, faster recovery, and improved quality of life. SMCC is a regional pioneer, being the first centre to introduce Radioiodine Therapy and 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D-CRT), significantly enhancing treatment options for thyroid and other cancers. The centre follows a multidisciplinary tumour board approach, where oncologists from different specialties collaborate to design personalised, evidence-based treatment plans for every patient. Alongside clinical excellence, strong emphasis is placed on supportive services including counselling, nutrition guidance, pain management, and palliative care, ensuring holistic healing that addresses physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs. Beyond hospital-based care, the centre actively engages in early cancer detection camps, awareness programs, and community outreach initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to preventive oncology and public health. By combining advanced technology, expert clinical teams, compassionate care, and community engagement, Sree Mookambika Cancer Centre strives to make high-quality cancer care accessible, affordable, and humane—restoring hope, dignity, and strength to every patient and family it serves.
SMCC
Together Towards a Cancer-Free Tomorrow
The Sree Mookambika Cancer Centre stands as one of the most advanced and comprehensive oncology facilities in South Tamil Nadu, delivering integrated cancer care through Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Palliative Care under a single roof. The centre is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including a Varian Linear Accelerator (LINAC) that enables highly precise radiotherapy techniques, brachytherapy for targeted internal radiation, and advanced radiation planning that maximizes tumor control while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
To ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning, the centre houses a fully functional Nuclear Medicine Department with PET-CT and gamma camera imaging facilities, allowing for early detection, precise staging, and continuous monitoring of cancer. A dedicated 30-bedded day-care chemotherapy unit offers safe, comfortable, and efficient administration of chemotherapy, supported by trained oncology nurses and strict safety protocols. The specialised surgical oncology team performs a wide range of complex cancer surgeries with a strong focus on organ preservation, faster recovery, and improved quality of life.
SMCC is a regional pioneer, being the first centre to introduce Radioiodine Therapy and 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D-CRT), significantly enhancing treatment options for thyroid and other cancers. The centre follows a multidisciplinary tumour board approach, where oncologists from different specialties collaborate to design personalised, evidence-based treatment plans for every patient. Alongside clinical excellence, strong emphasis is placed on supportive services including counselling, nutrition guidance, pain management, and palliative care, ensuring holistic healing that addresses physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
Beyond hospital-based care, the centre actively engages in early cancer detection camps, awareness programs, and community outreach initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to preventive oncology and public health. By combining advanced technology, expert clinical teams, compassionate care, and community engagement, Sree Mookambika Cancer Centre strives to make high-quality cancer care accessible, affordable, and humane—restoring hope, dignity, and strength to every patient and family it serves.
Ours is a team of experienced oncologists armed with world class infrastructure who offer chemotherapy treatment for a wide variety of solid tumors. Patients receive day care chemotherapy in the security of Hepa filtered pressure control rooms with strict asepsis control where the chemo drugs are reconstituted in a dedicated Biological Safety cabinet under Laminar hood. The Hospital is also equipped with ICU facility for managing patients with chemotherapy related side effects.
 Facilities
- Chemotherapy and biological therapy ( Targeted agents and monoclonal antibodies) offered for adult solid tumors
- Treatment based on standard international protocols.
- Dedicated day care facility, general wards and private rooms available
- Dedicated Biological safety cabinet facility for reconstituting chemotherapy drugs.
- All rooms are Hepafiltered pressure controlled with strict asepsis control.
- Procedures such as Bone Marrow biopsy and Intra thecal chemotherapy done.
- ICU facilities available for supportive care for chemotherapy related complications.
Services
- Chemotherapy
- Biological therapy
- Supportive care
- Oncological Emergencies
Procedures
- Bone Marrow Aspiration /Biopsy
- Intrathecal Injection,
- Paracentesis,
- Thoracocentesis
- Intravesicular/Peritoneal Chemo
Surgery is a vital part in management of cancer. It helps in diagnosing and staging the disease, treatment, relief of symptoms and prevent from further spread or recurrence. we offer a broad range of specialized services and are committed to providing access to leading-edge surgical techniques and technologies that improve patient outcomes and strive to provide ‘Evidence-Based Management’ of all cancers with the available resources
In the Multi specialty Tumour Board discussion, the team of Medical, Radiation and Surgical Oncologists, work along with Pathologists and Radiologists to formulate the best care plan for each patient. This coordinated approach ensures that patients are offered the most thorough and personalized care possible.
Clinical Focus
The department of Surgical Oncology offers both outpatient and inpatient services for screening, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer patients. The department offers both minor and major operation theatre services including endoscopy for various kinds of cancer
- Breast oncology
- Gynecological oncology
- Head and Neck oncology
- Gastrointestinal and Colorectal cancer surgery
- Hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery
- Endocrine cancer surgery
- Skin cancers
- Bone tumors and Sarcoma surgery
- Lung cancer surgery
- Acute care general and palliative surgical oncology
- Rehabilitation services
Sree Mookambika Cancer Centre boasts of a world class state of the art comprehensive Radiotherapy facility equipped with the Varian ClinaciX, a Most Advanced Linear Accelerator that enables modern day radiotherapy treatment techniques.
Compatible for advanced treatments like
- Rapid Arc
- Image Guided Radiation Therapy
- Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy
- 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy
- Stereotactic Radio Surgery
- Stereotactic Radiation Therapy
- Dedicated CT & MRI for planning
IMRT+IGRT+3DCRT offers
- Precision treatment
- Â Submillimeter Accuracy
- Sparing of Normal Tissues
- Minimal Side effects
Brachytherapy
The department also offers HDRÂ Brachytherapy treatment for a wide array of cancers with the help of VarianGamma-med plus ix.
- Intracavitory, Interstitial & Intraluminal Brachytherapy
- 3D Conformational Brachytherapy
- CT/MRI Planning
- Dedicated OT
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Nuclear Medicine/SPECT CT
- Siemens-Evo Excel
- Only Centre in South Tamil Nadu
- HD detector Technology with easy access to patients with limited mobility, Hospital Bed Imaging Capability, Higher bed capacity for Obese Patients
PET CT Scan
- Siemens Biograph Horizon with power of clarity & precision
- First in South Tamil Nadu
Department of Radiation Oncology
| Name | Designation | Date of Joining |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jaya Kumar. K.L | Professor | 24-8-2020 |
| Dr. Rema. P.L | Professor | 06-12-2021 |
| Dr. Girish. S.P | Assistant Professor | 04-01-2018 |
| Dr. Ganesh Kumar Nair | Assistant Professor | 04-10-2021 |
| Dr. Abul Hussain. M | Senior Resident | 07-11-2021 |
| Dr. Sachin. S | Senior Resident | 06-12-2021 |
| Dr. Minolin Dhas. A | Senior Resident | 03-01-2022 |
| Dr. Della. P. Joseph | Senior Resident | 21-03-2022 |
| Dr. Jenisha Rose. J | Junior Resident | 23-08-2021 |
| Dr. Subhasree. S.S | Junior Resident | 06-09-2021 |
