There was a time when cancer was deemed incurable. However, with intensive research, advanced technology, and resources for early detection, the efficacy of cancer treatment has significantly improved. Renowned head and neck cancer specialist, Dr. Sultan Pradhan, shared this information as the keynote speaker at the Dr. RP Soonawala Oration held at Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology.
Dr. Pradhan mentioned that five decades ago, the common practice for detecting cancer was to remove the affected organ.
Padmashree Dr. RP Soonawala, commending the services of Mahatma Gandhi Hospital, acknowledged that the institution, equipped with top-notch technology and expert professionals, delivers quality care to patients.
Emeritus Chairman Dr ML Swarankar highlighted the importance of focusing on new research, awareness programs, and screening camps, considering the significant number of
cancer patients in the country.
University Chairperson Dr Vikas Chandra Swarankar mentioned the availability of world-class cancer treatment services at the 400-bedded Shri Ram Cancer and Super Specialty Center in Mahatma Gandhi Hospital.
The event was attended by Vice Chancellor Dr Achal Gulati, Pro-Vice Chancellor Dr Vinay Kapoor, Dr Shobhit Swarankar, Mrs Meena Swarankar, Chief Advisor Dr Sudhir Sachdev, Principal Dr ND Soni, Head of the Department of Cancer Surgery Dr Raj Govind Sharma, Dr Tarun Ojha, Dr Hari Gautam, Dr AK Sharma, Dr Shahid Siddiqui, Dr Sanjay Sharma, Dr Dinesh Yadav, and a large number of doctors.
