Finding out that you may have bone cancer can be difficult enough. If you also need to travel to Delhi for treatment, you and your family may have questions about medical reports, appointments, accommodation, expenses and how long you will need to stay. Planning these details in advance can make the process easier. If you are coming from another Indian state or from another country, having your medical records in hand and knowing what to expect can help you prepare for your consultation with an orthopaedic oncologist.
Read this practical guide for patients planning to consult Dr. Love Kapoor at Apollo Hospitals, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi, India.
If you already have an MRI, biopsy report or PET-CT scan, send reports for an online review before booking your trip. Ask the doctor’s clinic whether you can share them securely for an initial review and how they would like to receive the files.
Try to arrange the following:
Keep the complete images in DICOM format on a CD, DVD or USB drive, or obtain a working digital link if available. The written report alone may not show everything the specialist needs to assess.
Carry the pathology report. If you have already undergone a biopsy, contact the hospital to arrange access to the tissue slides and blocks, as the specialist may want to examine them again before deciding on treatment.
Bring the scan images as well as the written reports, if these investigations have been performed.
Include X-rays, blood test results, prescriptions, discharge summaries and details of any treatment already received, including chemotherapy or surgery.
An online review, if offered, can help the team understand your case before your visit. But it doesn’t always substitute for an in-person examination or more tests.
Dr. Love Kapoor, an AIIMS-trained Orthopaedic Oncologist practices at Apollo Hospitals, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi. His practice includes the assessment and treatment of bone tumors, soft-tissue sarcomas, metastatic bone disease, complex musculoskeletal tumors and complex oncologic reconstruction.
Plan your first visit to Dr. Kapoor at Apollo Hospital: OPD-4, Room 1112, Ground Floor, Cancer Centre, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110076. Consultations are available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Saturday. The clinic remains closed on Sundays. Please confirm the timings and book your appointment before travelling. For appointments, email –[email protected] or call +91 93558 33005.
Bring your original medical records, identification, MRI, biopsy report or PET-CT scans and list of questions to your first visit. And if you can, bring a family member with you to help you remember what the doctor says and talk about what to do next.
The time you need to spend in Delhi will depend on your diagnosis and the treatment your doctor recommends. It depends on the diagnosis, the treatment required and how well recovery progresses.
If additional tests or a biopsy are needed, you may need extra appointments and time for results.
Some bone cancers require chemotherapy before or after surgery. Treatment is usually given in planned cycles, with recovery periods between them. Your overall schedule will depend on the cancer type and treatment protocol.
The hospital stay depends on the operation, the reconstruction required and your recovery. After surgery, you may need to remain in Delhi for follow-up examinations, dressing changes and the initial stages of rehabilitation.
After surgery, physiotherapy and help with walking or limb movement may be necessary. Your doctor will advise when it is appropriate to continue rehabilitation closer to home.
Before travelling, ask the treating team for an approximate schedule. It is sensible to keep some flexibility in your return plans because test results, treatment responses and recovery can affect the dates.
If your treatment requires a longer stay in Delhi, consider finding a place to stay close to Apollo Hospitals in Jasola Vihar or Sarita Vihar so that travelling to and from the hospital is easier. Before finalizing your stay, you should consider how often you will need to visit the hospital, whether you will be travelling with an elderly family member and whether stairs, meals or transport could be a problem during recovery. For patients recovering from surgery, accommodation that allows easy access and comfortable movement may be more practical than choosing a place based on price only.
Depending on your treatment plan, you may be able to attend some follow-up appointments at a hospital closer to home. For example, routine blood tests, wound checks or certain rehabilitation sessions may be possible locally if your doctor agrees. However, patients receiving chemotherapy or recovering from complex bone tumour surgery may need coordinated care and every part of treatment cannot be transferred to another hospital.
Before leaving Delhi, request copies of your diagnosis, treatment plan, operation notes if applicable, pathology results, medication list and follow-up schedule. Ask the specialist which appointments must take place at Apollo and which can safely be handled by a doctor in your home city.
Patients travelling from abroad should contact Apollo’s International Patient Services desk before making travel arrangements. The hospital provides assistance with medical appointments, treatment estimates and medical visa-related arrangements. You may be asked to give your passport details, medical reports and other documents requested by the hospital. Ask the team about the appropriate medical visa process and any documents needed for your accompanying family member.
Foreign nationals visiting India for treatment may need to register with the FRRO, depending on their visa type and length of stay. Check the latest rules before travelling and contact Apollo hospital’s international patient desk if you need help understanding the requirements.
The cost of bone cancer treatment varies according to the diagnosis, investigations, medicines, chemotherapy, surgery, implants and length of hospital stay. Request a written estimate from the hospital for the proposed course of treatment. An initial estimate may change if further investigations or additional care become necessary.
If you have health insurance, call your insurer to see if they will cover the treatment and hospital you have planned to get the treatment. Ask about pre-authorization, exclusions, cashless treatment and documents required for claim reimbursement. Do not assume that all expenses will be covered.
| Document | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| MRI, X-ray and PET-CT images and reports | Helps the specialist assess the affected bone and extent of the lesion |
| Biopsy report, slides and tissue blocks, if available | May be needed for pathology review |
| Blood test results | Provides information about your current health |
| Previous prescriptions and treatment summaries | Shows what treatment you have already received |
| Government-issued photo ID | Helps with hospital registration |
| Insurance card and policy details | Supports insurance checks and pre-authorization |
| Passport and visa documents, for international patients | Helps with hospital and travel formalities |
| List of medicines, allergies and questions | Helps you prepare for a more useful consultation |
Travelling for bone cancer treatment involves more than arranging a consultation. You need to know exactly what the diagnosis is, what tests you might have to have and what treatments are available to you.
Dr. Love Kapoor is an AIIMS-trained orthopaedic oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi, he evaluates bone tumors, soft-tissue sarcomas and complex musculoskeletal conditions. His treatment planning includes attention to tumour control, reconstruction and preserving limb function whenever medically appropriate.
If you are travelling from another state or country, contact the hospital in advance to confirm the appointment, ask how to share your reports and clarify which documents to bring.
A little advance planning before you travel can help you make informed decisions about treatment.
Category: Bone Cancer Treatment
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