SRINAGAR: HCMCT Manipal Hospital, a renowned healthcare provider based in Delhi, today announced the launch of the Manipal Clinic in Srinagar to offer super-specialty OPDs for patients in the region. The clinic will provide access to expert consultations from specialists at HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Delhi, covering oncology, spine care, cardiac sciences, neurology, and gastroenterology.
Renowned robotic cancer surgery specialist Dr. Surender Kumar Dabas will be visiting Srinagar to provide consultations and treatment for patients suffering from cancer. With this clinic, the hospital brings advanced capabilities such as robotic surgery and minimally invasive surgical solutions, enabling early diagnosis, precision-driven treatment, and improved access to world-class care.
Cancer cases continue to rise in Srinagar and the Kashmir valley, with lung, head and neck, and oesophageal cancers being most common among men, while breast and colorectal cancers are more prevalent among women. Lifestyle factors such as tobacco use, poor diet, and the lack of regular screening significantly contribute to this surge.
The growing burden highlights the urgent need for increased awareness and timely screening, as late-stage cancers often become more complex to treat. Promoting early diagnosis can significantly improve survival rates and reduce the overall cancer burden in the region.
Speaking on the launch, Dr. Surender Kumar Dabas, Chairman-Manipal Comprehensive Cancer Centre (MCCC) and Onco Robotic Surgeries, North-West Cluster, said, “With this Manipal Clinic, we aim to ensure that people in Srinagar have timely access to advanced cancer care without the need to travel long distances. With minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, patients can benefit from faster recovery, reduced pain, and improved clinical outcomes. By combining cutting-edge treatment options with a comprehensive, patient-centred approach, we hope to empower individuals to fight cancer more effectively and achieve a better quality of life.”
Appointments and clinic management will be overseen by Dr. Mehavish, ensuring smooth coordination and patient support. “The aim is to make high-quality specialist care easily accessible for the people of Srinagar. By streamlining appointments and coordinating expert visits, we want every patient to feel supported and cared for throughout their treatment journey,” said Dr. Mehavish.
HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Delhi, remains committed to expanding access to advanced medical expertise closer to patients across the country. The launch of this super-specialty clinic marks a significant step in strengthening early diagnosis, specialised treatment, and continuity of care for patients in the region.
Manipal Hospitals is among the top healthcare providers in India serving over seven million patients annually. Its focus is to develop an affordable, high-quality healthcare framework through its multispecialty and tertiary care delivery spectrum and further extend it to out-of-hospital care. With the completion of the acquisition of Medica Synergie hospitals and AMRI Hospitals Limited (acquired in Sept 2023), the integrated network today has a pan-India footprint of 38 hospitals across 19 cities with 10,500+ beds and a talented pool of 7,200+ doctors and an employee strength of over 20,500.