Chemotherapy – Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
Chemotherapy uses anti-cancer medicines, given in cycles by drip, injection or tablets, to treat or control cancer – usual hospital stay: none; given in a day unit. Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), in Gurugram, opposite HUDA City Centre Metro, is a 330-bed hospital opened in 2013, accredited by JCI, NABH and NABL, with Elekta linear accelerators, digital PET-CT and da Vinci robotic surgery. Dr. Rahul Bhargava is among the 5 cancer care specialists Medwell lists at this hospital.
At a Glance
About this Procedure
Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment that uses medicines to kill cancer cells. It may be used to cure cancer, to shrink a tumour before surgery or radiotherapy, to lower the chance of cancer returning after surgery, or to control cancer and relieve symptoms when a cure is not possible. It is often combined with other treatments such as surgery, radiotherapy, targeted therapy or immunotherapy.
Chemotherapy can be given through a tube into a vein (a drip or infusion), as an injection, through a small wearable pump, or as tablets or capsules. Depending on the method, a session can last from about 30 minutes to a few days. Treatment is usually given in cycles over several months, meaning a period of treatment followed by a break of a few days or weeks to let the body recover.
Most chemotherapy is given in a hospital day-care unit or clinic. Side effects depend on the medicines used and can include tiredness, nausea and vomiting, a sore mouth, a weakened immune system with higher infection risk, temporary hair loss and numbness or tingling. They usually start a few days or weeks after treatment begins and go away after it stops, although some can last longer. Your oncology team gives medicines and advice to help manage them.
Chemotherapy is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj. The treating medical oncologist plans your regimen after reviewing your pathology, scans and blood tests.
Why Patients Travel to India for It
- A plan reviewed by a medical oncologist
Medical oncologists review your pathology and scans before recommending a chemotherapy regimen. - Accredited partner hospitals
Treatment at established Delhi NCR hospitals such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram and Paras Health, Gurugram. - Experienced specialists
Surgical, medical and radiation oncologists at the partner hospitals review each case together and plan treatment around your reports. - Shorter waiting times
Once your reports are reviewed, treatment can usually be scheduled promptly, which matters when a cancer diagnosis is new. - English-speaking teams and Medwell coordination
Care teams consult in English, and Medwell helps with a hotel near the hospital between cycles.
How Medwell Organises Your Treatment
Share your reports for a free quote
Send your biopsy, pathology, scans and any previous treatment details. A medical oncologist reviews them and Medwell returns a personalised quote, usually within 24 hours.
Travel and treatment planning
Medwell arranges your visa letter, flights and hotel. The oncologist examines you, checks blood tests and confirms your regimen and cycle schedule.
Chemotherapy cycles and follow-up
You receive treatment in the day-care unit with monitoring for side effects. Medwell helps plan follow-up and any remaining cycles, in India or at home.
What's Included
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Chemotherapy cost at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram?
The cost of Chemotherapy at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram depends on your diagnosis, the treatment plan the specialists recommend, your room type and how long you stay. Rather than show a guess, Medwell asks the hospital for a price based on your own reports and sends you a free, no-obligation personalised quote within 24 hours.
What does the Chemotherapy package at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram include?
What the Chemotherapy package covers at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram is set by the hospital for your case. Your written quote from Medwell lists what the hospital includes and what is charged separately, such as pre-treatment tests, flights and hotel stay, so you can compare options clearly before you travel to India.
How long will I need to stay in India for Chemotherapy?
How long you stay in hospital and in India for Chemotherapy depends on your condition and the treatment plan. Your specialist at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram estimates the length of stay after reviewing your reports, and Medwell includes it in your quote so you can plan your flights, hotel and time away from home.
How do I book Chemotherapy at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram through Medwell?
Send your medical reports to Medwell using the free quote form on this page. Within 24 hours you receive a personalised quote for Chemotherapy at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram. Once you decide, Medwell books your hospital consultation, helps with your visa invitation letter, and arranges flights, a hotel near the hospital and airport pickup.
Can I choose my doctor for Chemotherapy at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram?
Yes. You can ask for a specific specialist at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, and Medwell helps you compare the doctors who treat this condition there, including their experience and qualifications. See the doctors listed on the Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram page. The treating specialist confirms whether Chemotherapy is right for you after reviewing your reports.
