Looking for a cancer doctor or tumour specialist? An oncologist is the medical term for a cancer doctor who diagnoses and treats all types of cancer. There are three main types: medical oncologists who manage chemotherapy, surgical oncologists who remove tumours, and radiation oncologists who give radiation therapy. If you or a family member has been diagnosed with cancer, a medical oncologist is usually the first doctor to see. In India, a qualified cancer specialist holds DM (Medical Oncology) or equivalent. For the best outcomes, look for hospitals where cancer doctors work together in multidisciplinary tumour boards, reviewing every case as a team.

Chennai has long been regarded as India's health capital, particularly for cardiac surgery, organ transplants and oncology. The city's concentration of multi-specialty hospitals, medical colleges and experienced surgeons draws patients from across Tamil Nadu, the south Indian states and neighbouring Sri Lanka. Chennai hospitals consistently rank among India's best for complex and high-risk procedures.