Prayagraj, 25 Aug (HS): Further strengthening access to

advanced cancer care in eastern Uttar Pradesh, Max Super Speciality Hospital,

Lucknow today announced the launch of its dedicated Medical Oncology OPD services

in Prayagraj. The OPD services were launched in the presence of Dr. Niraj

Agarwal, Consultant - Medical Oncology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow.

Dr. Niraj Agarwal will be available on the second and fourth

Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Cantonment General

Hospital, Ashok Nagar, Prayagraj, and from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Shanti Vilas

Hospital, Amar Nath Jha Marg, Prayagraj, for primary consultations and

follow-ups.

Speaking on the launch, Dr. Niraj Agarwal, Consultant -

Medical Oncology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow, said, “Early

detection plays the most important role in the successful treatment of cancer

and leads to better outcomes for patients. With growing awareness and

advancements in minimally invasive and precision-based oncology, we are now

able to offer safer and more effective treatment options. Through this OPD,

patients from Prayagraj and surrounding areas will be able to access expert

medical oncology consultations without having to travel long distances.”

Dr. Agarwal, further added, “With the introduction of

advanced treatment modalities such as immunotherapy, targeted treatments and

CAR-T therapy, there has been a significant improvement in the survival rates

and quality of life of cancer patients. Modern oncology is evolving rapidly,

with personalised treatment approaches based on individual patient needs

increasingly becoming the standard of care. Our aim is to guide patients at

every stage, from diagnosis to recovery, with the latest evidence-based

practices.”

The launch of the Medical Oncology OPD in Prayagraj reflects

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow’s commitment to expanding access to

specialised cancer care across the region. By enabling timely specialist

consultation and treatment planning closer to home, the initiative aims to

support better care and outcomes for patients across eastern Uttar Pradesh and

surrounding areas.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi