Department of Radiotherapy & Oncology
The Department of Radiotherapy & Oncology at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, was established in 1992 as the first cancer department in Mangalore to provide comprehensive cancer care to the region. Since its inception, the department has made remarkable progress, evolving from cobalt teletherapy and low-dose-rate brachytherapy to offering state-of-the-art linear accelerators and modern brachytherapy machines considered global standards in cancer treatment. The department is dedicated to educating and training professionals in cancer care through well-structured postgraduate MD and PhD programs and undergraduate BSc courses in Radiotherapy Technology. Research is a priority, with extensive publications, conference presentations, collaborations, and clinical trials. The department actively engages in community activities including cancer awareness programs, screening camps, and patient support services. It collaborates with the Indian Council of Medical Research to oversee the Hospital-Based Cancer Registry and conducts multidisciplinary tumour boards with departments of Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Palliative Care, Radiology, and Pathology.
Highlights
- Established in 1992; first cancer department in Mangalore providing comprehensive regional cancer care.
- State-of-the-art High Dual Energy Linear Accelerator with both photon and electron beam treatments using high precision IMRT and Rapid arc with image guidance.
- Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), and motion-gated treatment techniques for precision cancer therapy.
- Modern brachytherapy facility equipped with HDR Cobalt 60 isotope source, first and only one in the region.
- Comprehensive cancer care through chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy.
- Multidisciplinary tumour boards ensuring holistic approach to cancer care across multiple specialties.
- Dedicated team of medical physicists, nurses, technologists, and patient coordinators supporting patient care.
- Active community engagement through cancer awareness talks, screening camps, and patient support programs.
- Collaboration with NGOs and Indian Council of Medical Research for cancer surveillance and public health initiatives.
- Commitment to technological advancements and innovation in cancer treatment modalities.
Services
Offered
High Energy Linear Accelerator (Truebeam) Therapy
State-of-the-art High Dual Energy Linear Accelerator delivering photon (6, 10, 18 MV in FF and 6, 10 MV FFF modes) and electron mode treatments (five energies) with multiple advanced techniques for precision cancer therapy.
