Madurai : Artificial intelligence (AI), precision chemotherapy and nuclear medicine have become important tools in identifying cancer, determining its stage and planning appropriate treatment, oncologist and Padma Shri awardee Dr P Vijay Anand Reddy said on Wednesday.
Centre director Dr E Venkatachalapathy explained the facilities available, which include a dedicated 70-bed inpatient ward, a 30-bed day-care chemotherapy unit and advanced nuclear medicine facilities such as PET/CT and nuclear scanning. He was speaking at the inauguration of an advanced comprehensive cancer care centre established at a cost of Rs150 crore at Velammal Medical College Hospital in Madurai. The centre brings various cancer treatment facilities under one roof. The facility aims to provide quality, protocol-based treatment at affordable costs for patients across Madurai and the neighbouring southern districts. A separate observation wing has also been established to monitor patients after specialised procedures and ensure their safety.