Breast Cancer Treatment for Tanzanian Patients in India
Breast cancer is now one of the most frequent cancers among Tanzanian women. Although the nation has improved in raising awareness about cancer and the quality of healthcare a lot of patients still experience obstacles like late diagnosis, inadequate access to specialized oncology centers, long waiting times and limited availability of state-of-the-art cancer treatments.
Get StartedWhy Choose India?
- Low treatment fees compared to other countries in Europe and America, and South Africa
- Internationally accredited hospitals
- Access to Robotic and minimally invasive breast cancer surgery
- Sophisticated technologies in radiation oncology
- Early access to care and support
Breast Cancer Statistics & Impact in Tanzania
Breast cancer among women is thought to cause 3,800–4,000 new cases annually in Tanzania. Breast cancer is the second most prevalent cancer in women in Tanzania and constitutes about 14–15% of all women cancer in the country as per the recent GLOBOCAN 2022 report. https://gco.iarc.who.int/
Travel Trends: Why Tanzanian Patients Choose India
The reasons why India is one of the most desired destinations for medical travellers from Tanzania are:
- Low treatment fees compared to other countries in Europe and America, and South Africa
- Internationally accredited hospitals
- Access to Robotic and minimally invasive breast cancer surgery
- Sophisticated technologies in radiation oncology
- Early access to care and support
- Having medical staffs who speak English
- International patient departments
Breast Cancer Treatment in India
Best Indian cancer hospitals offer personalised holistic breast cancer treatment plans considering the patient's stage of cancer, tumor biology, age and general health.
Surgical Treatments
- Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy)
- Mastectomy
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
- Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Medical Oncology Treatments
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted Therapy
- Hormone Therapy
- Immunotherapy
Radiation Oncology
- 3D conformal Radiation Therapy
- IMRT (Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy)
- IGRT (Image-Guided Radiation Therapy)
- RapidArc and VMAT Technologies
- Stereotactic Radiotherapy
Diagnostic Services
Mammography
Breast Ultrasound
MRI Breast Imaging
PET-CT Scan
Biopsy and Histopathology
Genetic Testing
Hormone Receptor Testing (ER, PR, HER2)
Precision Oncology
Many of the leading oncology hospitals in India have provisions for genomic profiling and tailor made cancer care packages enhancing outcomes of treatment.
Best Hospitals for Tanzanian Patients
To obtain a Medical Visa from Tanzania to India
To get Medical Records
Gather all relevant documents such as: Medical reports, Biopsy reports, Blood tests results, Imaging scans, Doctor referral letters.
Get in touch with an Indian Hospital
Send your reports to the hospital of your choice. The hospital will examine your case, and will provide you with: Treatment recommendation, Cost estimate, Invitation letter for visa purposes.
Fill out Medical Visa Application
Online applications through the Government of India's visa portal or the Indian High Commission in Tanzania are to be made.
Gather Necessary paperwork
The following are common documents needed: Valid passport, Passport-size photographs, Medical reports, Hospital invitation letter, Financial documents, Visa application form.
Apply for Medical Attendant Visa
The patient can take up to 2 family members with him/her on a Medical Attendant Visa.
Visa Processing
The typical processing time for a visa is several days, but can be longer depending on the volume of applications and documentation.
Arrival in India
Upon approval of the visa, arrange a trip and provide your flight information to your medical coordinator.
When you get to India: What GetWellGo Provides
We have a dedicated international patient services team who will make treatment as seamless and stress-free as possible.
Upon Arrival
Airport pick up/drop off, Catering for guests and overnight stays, Hospital registration support, Local transportation assistance.
During Treatment
Dedicated patient coordinator, Appointment management, Language interpretation support, Support for medical records, Admin & billing support.
For Attendants
Accommodation assistance, The guidance and support provided at the local level, Travel coordination.
Post-Treatment Support
Follow-up consultation scheduling, Medical reports and discharge summary provision, Telemedicine follow-up arrangements, Visas can be extended if the applicant is medically required.
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